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Travel, Immunocompromised: Manitoba Offering a Third Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine

Manitoba has announced that the province will be offering a third dose of mRNA vaccine to immunocompromised people and for individuals who may choose to receive a… Read more »

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Ontario COVID-19 Vaccination Passport: Places & Activities Exempt From Vaccine Proof Requirement Starting Sept 22nd

Ontario has detailed the list of places and activities where you don’t have to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination once the vaccination is made mandatory to access… Read more »

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2021 Fall Forecast by Weather Network Predicts Normal Fall in Western, Atlantic & Early Winter in Central Canada

The Weather Network has issued the 2021 Fall season forecast which says most Canadians can expect near or above normal temperatures and precipitation for the fall season… Read more »

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Imbibe Unique Negroni Twists For Charity During Negroni Week

Italy’s iconic red Aperitivo, Campari and Imbibe Magazine are once again coming together to celebrate Negroni Week.

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How to Apply For Alberta’s $100 Debit Card Vaccine Incentive

Alberta has announced the details on how to register for $100 debit card. The province on Sept. 3rd announced a one-time incentive of $100 to all Albertans… Read more »

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Tim Hortons’ Annual Smile Cookie Campaign is Back

Get a Smile Cookie and support some of the 625 different charities and community groups across Canada. During the week-long Smile Cookie campaign by Tim Hortons, 100… Read more »

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Amazon Hiring 15,000+ Employees Across Canada, Raising Frontline Employees Pay

Amazon Canada has announced the company is hiring 15,000 full-time and part-time employees across Canada throughout the fall. Amazon says all frontline employees will receive $17 per… Read more »

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Oct 4: Toronto Raptors Release Preseason Schedule, Return to Scotiabank Arena For 2021-22 Season

The Toronto Raptors are returning to Scotiabank Arena after a gap of 19 months for the 2021-22 Season. The Raptors played the entire 2020-21 season in Tampa,… Read more »

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NACI Recommends a Third Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine For Some Immunocompromised Individuals

The National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) is now advising an additional or third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine for some immunocompromised individuals. NACI says based on… Read more »

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Federal Debt: Report Says Young Canadians Will Have to Pay Additional $19,880 in Lifetime Income Taxes

A new report says young Canadians are set to inherit a mountain of government debt and the burden of increased annual interest payments. Fraser Institute, an independent,… Read more »

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Canadian Food Inspection Agency Recalls More Salad Kits Due to Listeria

Canadian Food Inspection Agency says more salad kits are included in the chopped salad kits recall issued on August 24th. The salad kits are recalled due to… Read more »

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Winnipeg’s Boo at the Zoo Returns With Mystical Fair, Witches and Haunted Pumpkin Patch This Halloween Season

Assiniboine Zoo’s popular Halloween event ‘Boo at the Zoo‘ is back again this Halloween after being on hiatus last year due to pandemic restrictions. This year’s event… Read more »

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Dean Brody to Headline Country Summer Music Festival in Winnipeg

  If you have been missing the rhythm of live music, Assiniboia Downs is the place to go this weekend! On September 10 & 11, Winnipegers can… Read more »

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Calgary Makes COVID-19 Vaccinations Mandatory For Its Employees

The city of Calgary has announced a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy for its employees. Calgary City Manager David Duckworth announcing the policy said, “As the second largest… Read more »

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Manitoba Offering Free Admission to Provincial Parks This Labour Day Weekend 2021

Manitobans can once again enjoy free entry to provincial parks during the Labour Day long weekend. “We want all Manitobans to enjoy the amenities and the scenery… Read more »

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Manitoba to Recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation & Declares Sept 30th Holiday For Schools, Offices

Manitoba will recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Indigenous Reconciliation and Northern Relations Minister Alan Lagimodiere announced today. The province will observe September 30th as… Read more »

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Things to Do This Labour Day Weekend in Canada

Whether you want to go hiking, visit a farm, or check out a local event this long weekend, you are sure to find something on this list.

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Scam Alert: Beware of Personalised Letters Bearing Canada Post Stamp Claiming to Send Inheritance From Hong Kong

Yesterday, a To Do Canada staff member in Toronto received a personalised letter with Canada Post stamp claiming to be from Bank of China’s Hong Kong branch…. Read more »

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IKEA Hosting In-Store Festival Across Canada Offering Discounts and Workshops This Month

Ikea will be hosting a festival featuring musicians, artists, chefs, designers and creators online and across 50 markets around the world this month. The free festival will… Read more »

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Aurélie Rivard Wins Canada’s First Gold at Tokyo Paralympics

Aurélie Rivard has won Canada’s first gold medal at Tokyo Paralympic Games. St-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Quebec swimmer won the women’s S10 100m freestyle on Saturday in 58.14 seconds –… Read more »

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Manitoba Vaccine Passport: List of Places Where COVID-19 Vaccination Proof is Required Starting Sept 3rd

Manitoba, today, announced that the province will require patrons to show COVID-19 vaccine proof at places like restaurants and theatres. Starting September 3rd, places where vaccine proof… Read more »

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Health Canada Approves Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine For Children 12+

Health Canada has authorized the use of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 12 and up in Canada. Until now, only Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for available… Read more »

Disney Stores in Scarborough, Toronto and Vaughan Will Close in September

Disney Stores in Scarborough, Toronto and Vaughan Will Close in September

Disney will be closing all stores in Canada by September end. As per Disney’s website, Disney stores Scarborough, Toronto, and Vaughan will close in September. Disney earlier… Read more »

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VaxiCode: What You Need to Know About Quebec’s Vaccine Passport Effective September 1st

Quebec will require visitors and residents to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination starting September 1st to access non-essential facilities and activities like restaurants, theatres, group sports and… Read more »