With inflation causing food prices to rise, consumers are looking for deals, and a new app is offering to help people find savings at the grocery store, while helping cut down on food waste. “Too Good to Go” has launched in the Ottawa-Gatineau region. It connects consumers with businesses who have surplus food at the … Read more
OTTAWA – The Canadian government is seeking a court injunction to prevent a former Saudi intelligence official from disclosing allegedly sensitive security information in a civil proceeding against him. In an application to the Federal Court, government lawyers request an order under the Canada Evidence Act confirming a prohibition on the disclosure of material as … Read more
When you’re itching for some adventure, there’s nothing better than a spontaneous getaway. And if you’re looking for an easy way to plan your much-needed trip, the Outaouais should be on your list. Not only is it the dreamiest destination for a winter escape, but this underrated gem is just across the river from Ottawa. … Read more
Featuring interviews with luminaries from OMERS Ventures, Shopify, Coveo, Clio, Unbounce, and L-SPARK. I honestly can’t believe I survived. “There was a bit of ego raising.” “I think it has been a disaster.” “I read BetaKit for the truth.” Last week at SAAS NORTH, somehow, I not only moderated two conversations on the BetaKit Keynote … Read more
As baby formula shortages continue to cause concerns for parents both at home and in the United States, there is a facility in Kingston, Ont. that makes formula. However, it doesn’t make baby formula for Canada, it’s shipped overseas. The switch to making domestic supply is not so simple. The Canada Royal Milk Plant was … Read more
Toronto, Canada – January 7, 2016: The skating rink at Toronto’s City Hall decorated for Christmas … [+] It is a popular evening pastime after work for downtown office workers. getty The festive season is here and annual holiday markets are welcoming guests across Canada with catchy tunes, roasted chestnuts, hot cider, singing carolers, and … Read more
OTTAWA – Canada’s inflation rate fell from its near 40-year high of 8.1 per cent in June to 7.6 per cent in July, Statistics Canada said Tuesday. The easing was largely attributable to gas prices, which have dropped in recent weeks, but similar relief has not extended to food costs. The latest consumer price index … Read more
OTTAWA – Buying a new car can be an exciting but stressful exercise in the best of times, but right now supply shortages and soaring prices for used vehicles have made buying a new set of wheels harder than ever. Empty lots at new car dealerships and a brisk market for used cars means you … Read more
August 19, 2022 – 16:55 BST Christian Anderson Ramshall Ottowa review: Canada’s capital city offers Thrill-seekers and families will be flocking to this city break Hot on the heels of prince charles and Duchess Camilla‘s Jubilee tour, we jetted to Canada’s capital city Ottawa in the region of Ontario to see what all the fuss … Read more
In late 2020, as part of its plan to reduce Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions, the Trudeau government floated a target for the agriculture sector: cut emissions from fertilizers by 30 per cent. Some farmers feared it would mean that they’d be forced to use 30 per cent less fertilizer – which could mean farming 30 … Read more
