After riding a red-hot economy to shrink deficits and grow surpluses, provincial governments across the country are beginning to see their finances flounder. Combined provincial budget deficit on track to swell from $10.6B last year to $28B this year. After riding a red-hot economy to shrink deficits and grow surpluses, …
Read More »In face of extreme weather, Canadians increasingly turn to crowdfunding for help
Families and small businesses in Canada are increasingly turning to crowdfunding for financial support as they struggle to recover from the damage wrought by floods, wildfires and storms, new data shows. GoFundMe data shows 10,000 campaigns in past 5 years, highlighting gap in support A couple in their 70s left …
Read More »What Canada can learn from Maine’s approach to the lucrative baby eel fishery
Authorities in Maine say they have figured out how to regulate a fishery that is so out of control in Canada, the federal government has shut it down this year — the third shutdown in five years — putting 1,100 people out of work. U.S. state sees only a few …
Read More »Canada’s competition bureau investigating Lululemon’s green claims, non-profit says
Stand.earth's complaint says Lululemon's Be Planet sustainability campaign from 2020 — in which the company said it would work to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions — is contradicted by a 2022 impact report that outlined the B.C. company's progress in reaching its climate goals. Stand.earth accuses B.C. company of breaking …
Read More »Algonquin leaders seek answers on toxic sewage discharge at nuclear lab
Algonquin leaders are demanding accountability and seeking answers after learning Canadian Nuclear Laboratories discharged toxic sewage at the Chalk River research hub along the Ottawa River this spring. Incident 'not related to radiological contaminants,' Canadian Nuclear Laboratories says Algonquin leaders are demanding accountability after learning Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) discharged …
Read More »Nunavut residents frustrated as Canada Post closes loophole that allowed free Amazon shipping to small communities
Nunavummiut from several communities say they're reeling from suddenly losing access to free Amazon shipping after Canada Post put an end to a loophole customers utilized to access the service. Residents have been shipping to fake postal codes to subvert Amazon shipping charges Nunavummiut from several communities say they're reeling …
Read More »U.S. lawmakers are taking aim at private equity in health care. Here’s what is happening in Canada
In the U.S., the growing role of private equity firms in health care is coming under heightened scrutiny, with senate committee hearings and a public inquiry underway. In Canada, private equity firms have also bought up health-care facilities outside hospitals, and experts point to studies suggesting what's good for the …
Read More »Nespresso’s first Southeast Asia boutique concept opens in PH
Nespresso opens a new boutique in Trinoma, Quezon City but it's not just any other concept store that offers the machines or pods from the premium portioned coffee brand. The new boutique design concept is the first of its kind for the brand in Southeast Asia. 1 The new Nespresso …
Read More »Chef-prepared meals at home
In today's fast-paced world, the convenience of ordering food online or via delivery apps has become a game-changer for many. Gone are the days of lengthy meal preparations or waiting in long queues at restaurants. For easy-peasy but still impressive feast celebrations at home, Pacific Bay Eats has endless Party …
Read More »Boracay favorite Nonie’s unveils first branch in Metro Manila
Nonie's — a beloved culinary destination in Boracay Island known for its commitment to locally sourced, sustainably produced Filipino-inspired cuisine — has opened its newest location at Molito Lifestyle Center in Alabang, Muntinlupa City. 7 Tuna Tataki Grain Bowl 8 Sparkling Blue Ternate Lemonade Chicken Pork Adobo Nonie’s moves forward …
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