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10 festive decor ideas for your Canada Day celebrationYour DIY-guide to a fun-filled d'eh!The CuratorJun 7
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Ontario offering free preview of new provincial park under developmentThe government has been working to build an urban provincial park in Uxbridge, Ont., on surplus government land once listed for sale by the Ministry of Infrastructure.EnvironmentJun 13
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Rotary club cites lack of members as reason for no Canada Day fireworksThey informed the City back in March that they would be unable to take the lead in the planning and execution of the fireworks show on July 1.CanadaMay 29
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Requests open for float entries for Peterborough Canada Day ParadeThe City of Peterborough says parade entry applications will be open until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 14. Last year's parade had 25 float entries, the most in four years.CanadaMay 22
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Wellington County residents to pay more for their garbage collectionGarbage fees will go up $0.50 per bag starting Canada Day.CanadaMay 27
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Winnipeg Blue Bombers look ahead to big Canada Day partyThe Blue Bombers announced Friday that a Canada Day celebration is planned for July 1 at Princess Auto Stadium, complete with live entertainment and a fireworks show.SportsMay 3
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Peterborough will keep Canada Day Parade for 2024 but its future is unknownThere were 25 float entries in Peterborough's 2023 Canada Day Parade, up from 21 in 2022 and 16 in 2019. The parade was cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.EntertainmentApr 23
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Report recommends City of Peterborough cancel Canada Day ParadeA Peterborough staff report recommends that the city's Canada Day parade be cancelled as waning interest and higher costs mean it is 'no longer a sustainable activity.'CanadaApr 19
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As Canada marks D-Day anniversary, Trudeau says democracy ‘still under threat’Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, his French counterpart Gabriel Attal and Prince William were among dignitaries visiting Juno Beach to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.CanadaJun 6
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Canada’s average rent hit new record in May: reportThe average rent in Canada broke a new record in May according to a report released Thursday, rising above $2,200 a month for the first time.CanadaJun 6
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Canada’s largest Afro-Canadian cultural centre to see light of day in MontrealThere was laughter and tears at a Montreal press conference Thursday, following news that a new cultural centre for Black communities across Canada is to be opened in the city.CanadaMay 16
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What is flagpoling? CBSA curtails immigration services at 12 border crossingsThe Canada Border Services Agency is curtailing flagpoling that allows temporary residents to receive same-day immigration services at the U.S.-Canada crossings.CanadaJun 4
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S&P/TSX composite index weighed down by energy, U.S. markets riseWeakness in energy and base metals led Canada's main stock index to a loss Tuesday, the day before a much-anticipated interest rate decision from the Bank of Canada.EconomyJun 4
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Frito Lay Canada recalls popular chips due to possible salmonella riskFrito Lay Canada said it is working closely with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to ensure the recalled products are removed from the marketplace.HealthMay 14
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Energy and base metals help lift S&P/TSX composite Thursday, U.S. stock markets mixedStrength in energy and base metals helped Canada's main stock index post a small gain Thursday, while U.S. stock markets were mixed a day after reaching new records.EconomyJun 6
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Environment Canada confirms 2 tornadoes touched down in central AlbertaEnvironment and Climate Change Canada officials confirmed Tuesday that two tornadoes touched down in central Alberta the day before.EnvironmentJun 5
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Susan Hay marks 35 years at Global News: ‘Having the best time of my life’Susan Hay never thought she’d end up as one of Canada’s most prominent local TV personalities. But after 35 years with Global News, she says happy she chose the career she did.CanadaMay 29
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Tens of thousands flock to Lilac Festival as business booms for 600 Calgary vendorsHuge crowds descended on the downtown core on Sunday, packing 4th Street for the 33rd annual Lilac Festival. Organisers say it's the biggest one day festival in Western Canada.CanadaJun 2
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Drowning deaths rising in certain provinces. How to stay water-safe this summerIn Canada, drownings can happen year-round, but the majority of cases (73 per cent) occurred during warmer months (May through September), according to Health Canada.HealthMay 28
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Canada is relying on queen bee imports. Why it’s a risky crutchCanada's reliance on foreign queen bees may mitigate crop loss, but it also poses significant risks to the nation's beekeeping industry and ecosystem health.CanadaMay 25