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Have you ever wanted to change your birthday? Cathy Braidek did just that. The Ottawa resident moved her birthday from January to August after years of underwhelming celebrations. Born just after New Year’s, the timing, she says, meant the occasion was often dampened by diets, limited budgets and general fatigue. …
Read More »When war broke out in the Middle East, these Canadians chose to stay in Qatar
The moments of greatest uncertainty always start with a warning. A national emergency text message alert sent by the Qatari government sounds just like an Amber Alert or a severe weather warning in Canada. “The security threat level is elevated,” the message reads. People are told to stay in their …
Read More »N.S. chose a national grocery giant for its $6M buy local program. Reaction has been mixed
A provincial rewards program designed to encourage consumers to buy local is getting mixed reviews from Nova Scotia producers and retailers, primarily for its selection of Sobeys Inc. grocery stores to hold a key role. In July, the Tim Houston government announced details of a $950,000 contract with Sobeys for its long-promised …
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