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Less younger people drinking alcohol due to ‘more awareness’ says local imitation drink vendor – Winnipeg

Younger people are drinking less alcohol than they used to. Statistics from the Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Authority show as of 2022, 16 per cent of 18- to 24-year-old Manitobans were more likely to report drinking alcohol less often since the pandemic. By contrast, 25 per cent of 25- to 35-year-olds …

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U of G get $3.5M gift from local egg farmers for advancement in poultry, egg production

Descrease article font size Increase article font size A husband and wife, both egg farmers, are making a huge donation to improve sustainability and innovation in the Canadian poultry and egg sector. The University of Guelph announced that they received a gift from the William and Lynne Gray Foundation and …

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Toronto police looking for suspect who broke into local business in the Beaches – Toronto

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Toronto police are turning to the public for assistance with identifying a man they say broke into a business in the Beaches neighbourhood on Tuesday morning. At around 8:12 a.m., officers responded to a call for a break and enter in the …

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Manitoba’s $30M commitment to school nutrition welcomed by local school divisions – Winnipeg

Manitoba’s recent commitment to school nutrition programs to the tune of $30 million is getting rave reviews from local school divisions. “As a teacher and principal, I know when kids haven’t eaten for a day or a couple of days. They are coming in angry, upset and dysregulated,” said Matt …

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Local women’s group organizing Day of Remembrance vigil in Guelph

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Marianne’s Park in Guelph will be the site of a vigil remembering those killed at L’École Polytechnique in Montreal. A gunman entered a classroom on Dec. 6, 1989 and opened fire, killing 14 women before turning the gun on himself. Wednesday’s Day …

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Where we live: Founders say Winnipeg motorcycle shop weathered pandemic with local support – Winnipeg

Starting a business can be challenging even at the best of times, but one Winnipeg couple managed to launch Moto 49, their motorcycle repair shop and “community garage,” just before the start of the pandemic. Thanks to some quick thinking and leaning into a supportive community, Moto 49 co-founders Robyn …

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No lack of caffeine here: Winnipeg coffee businesses see growth through local support – Winnipeg

While the pandemic saw many businesses shutter, it also saw some open, grow, or evolve by shoring up customers in a time of economic challenges. Sheepdog Brew Co. is a tasty example of how the power of caffeine and brand development can open new doors. For first responder Shawn Black, …

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Montreal-area mayor targeted by death threats over plan to cull deer in local park – Montreal

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted November 16, 2023 12:16 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size The mayor of a Montreal-area city has allegedly been targeted by death threats in connection with a plan to cull most of the white-tailed deer living in a local park. A …

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Manitoba Tories pledge incentive to use local music in film and TV productions – Winnipeg

By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 14, 2023 5:51 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size Manitoba Progressive Conservatives are promising aid for the local film, television and music industry if they are re-elected Oct. 3. Tory Leader Heather Stefanson says she would offer a 10 …

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Calgary city council orders review of local access fee on electricity bills – Calgary

It’s a line item on Calgarians’ electricity bills that has grown significantly, and that city council wants to look at more deeply in an effort to find any relief for those struggling to pay them. On Tuesday, city council unanimously approved a comprehensive review of the local access fee on …

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