Show will go on regardless of snow or rain, city says Toronto is ringing in 2025 with a waterfront firework display and a series of pop-up performances. Here’s what you need to know about celebrating New Year’s Eve downtown. Fireworks The city’s 10-minute fireworks show will start at midnight and can be viewed anywhere with a view of Toronto’s inner …
More than $12 million worth of jewelry and Hermes bags stolen from London home
Police are searching for a burglar who stole more than £10 million ($12.5 million) worth of bespoke jewelry in north-west London in what is thought to be one of the biggest thefts from a British home. London’s Metropolitan police said an intruder targeted a home in the area of Avenue Road – one of the most exclusive addresses in the …
The history of making New Year’s resolutions goes back further than you think
Near the end of every year, the prospect of rising from the fog of holiday hustle, bustle and feasts to contemplate how to do better next year is welcomed by many, ignored by some and resented by others. The practice of making New Year’s resolutions may be done with optimistic intent. But usually by the second month of the year, about 64% …
What are new Working Canadians Benefit?
Scarborough – The past few years have been challenging. It feels like the price of everything has gone up. And while inflation is back to the 2 per cent target and interest rates have been cut four times this year, we know that Canadians aren’t yet feeling that in their household budgets. Our government can’t set prices at checkout, but …
Over $3.3M for Centre d’innovation du Cégep de Sept-Îles
Sept-Îles – Member for Duplessis, Minister of Employment and Minister Responsible for the Côte-Nord Region Kateri Champagne Jourdain is proud to confirm an investment of nearly $2.3 million from the Government of Quebec to support the launch of and operations at the Centre d’innovation du Cégep de Sept-Îles. In addition to this amount, the Government of Canada is providing $1.08 million. The …
Federal Govt Reducing Everyday Costs
Ottawa – The government is taking action to make life cost less and put more money back in your pocket. Our economic plan is reducing everyday costs, cracking down on hidden fees, strengthening competition—especially in the grocery sector, making banking easier and more affordable and helping all communities. Key measures in the 2024 Fall Economic Statement to reduce everyday costs include: A …
Canada Investing in Jobs and Growth
Ottawa -The government is investing in productivity and innovation and bringing more Canadians into the workforce. This is part of the government’s economic plan to build a more innovative economy, with more investment opportunities and sustainable wage increases for Canadians. This Fall Economic Statement is also strengthening pro-worker policies to level the playing field. Key measures in the 2024 Fall Economic …
Judicial appointment announced to Tax Court of Canada
Ottawa – Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016. This process emphasizes transparency, merit, and the diversity of the Canadian population, and will continue to ensure the appointment of jurists who meet the highest standards of excellence and integrity. Marcela S. Aroca, Partner at …
What Minister Joly said at launch of Arctic Foreign Policy?
Ottawa – Foreign Affairs Minister, Melanie Joly, at the launch of Arctic Foreign Policy said: Good morning, everyone. Thank you very much for joining us here. I would like to acknowledge the presence of my dear colleagues Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, and Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Rob Oliphant, my Parliamentary Secretary, MP Brendan Hanley and MP …
Brett Kissel-The Side You’ve Never Seen Tour
BRETT KISSEL performs his biggest hits, and some new music acoustically, in an intimate night of songs and stories that fans won’t want to miss. Known for his charismatic personality, dynamic stage presence, and unique music style, Kissel has soared to the top of the Canadian country music charts as one of Canada’s most celebrated and beloved entertainers. With 22x …