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Ontario’s premier wants the federal government to require public servants to work in the office more frequently — but neither the government department responsible for public servants nor one of its main unions appeared moved by the request.  Premier wants feds to help revive downtown Ottawa economy. Ontario’s premier called …

Last summer, Canada experienced the worst wildfire season in its recorded history. Nine months later, a House committee met to hear from Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, whose government is proudly defying the federal carbon-pricing law. The arguments being made by opponents only make sense if you ignore some awkward facts. …

The federal government’s proposed measures to protect renters from low vacancy rates, high prices and other significant challenges might not be enough, according to some housing experts. But others see it as a start that could evolve into something more helpful for tenants.  Such measures would include a national standard …

When you look out your window or walk your dog in the year 2100, the animals you spot may be quite different from what you see today, a new study suggests. Many species are moving due to climate change, and Canadian cities could get an influx of wild climate refugees.  …

Four major school boards in Ontario are taking several social media giants to court, alleging their products Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok are harming students and disrupting the education system.  Boards call for companies to ‘remediate’ costs and ‘redesign’ TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat. Four major Ontario school boards are …

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that his government will introduce new measures — including a new “bill of rights” — that he says will help protect those who rent their homes as part of the upcoming budget.  Trudeau expected to make more pre-budget announcements in coming weeks/ Prime Minister Justin …

A landmark deal in the U.S. may lead to enormous changes in how real estate agents are paid. In Canada, two lawsuits filed against various real estate bodies want the courts to come to the same conclusion and force wholesale change in the way Realtors charge their fees.  2 lawsuits …

Quebec is taking months to issue death certificates, leaving families in limbo as they try to organize funerals and settle estates. The government blames a rising death rate but funeral homes say some certificates are issued quickly and others take ages.  Without document from the province, executors are unable to …

Click here to view the video As Canadians, we are very familiar with the term ‘polar vortex.’ We are also familiar with its effects on Canadian weather when it ‘acts up.’ While the polar vortex is a year-round phenomenon, we tend to only feel its freezing influence in the winter, …

Click here to view the video Between March and September, rabbits are busy taking care of babies in nests commonly found in backyards, parks, and other urban locations. The nests — comprised of shallow depressions in the ground and covered with dry grass or fur — will house rabbits until …