During the holy month of Ramadan, many Muslims around the world offer help to others as do volunteers in the Canadians cities of Ottawa, Quebec and Montreal. In 2021, Ramadan occurs between April 12 and May 12 and the International… »
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Two Canadians among dozens killed in Israel stampede
Two Canadians died in a deadly stampede at a religious festival attended by tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews in northern Israel early Friday, officials at Global Affairs Canada confirmed Friday. At least 45 people were killed in the stampede… »
Virtual choirs for children will focus on animals
Children across Canada are invited to take part in a “musical adventure” in the form of virtual choirs based on an original creation about animals. The piece is called Chant boréal which translates as Boreal Song, boreal referring to the… »
New postal stamps honour Canadian ballet legends
On this International Dance Day, Canada Post issued two new stamps honouring the careers of Canadian ballet legends Karen Kain and Fernand Nault. Kain is considered one of the most gifted classical dancers of her era. She joined the National… »
An agreement is reached to move on in Yukon
It appears politicians in Yukon are moving forward following the April 12 territorial election that finished in a tie between the two leading parties–a vote that saw the final standings decided a week later in a drawing of lots. On… »
Economy, International, Society
COVID-19 cost women over $800 billion in 2020: Oxfam
The anti-poverty charity Oxfam says the pandemic cost women around the world $800 billion in lost income in 2020, equivalent to the combined wealth of 98 countries. In Canada, almost half a million women who lost their jobs did not… »
Retail sales in Canada rebound in February but variants present a challenge
New figures from Statistics Canada show that Canadian retail sales climbed in February–to $55.1 billion, a rise of 4.8 per cent. The government recording agency said the rise was boosted by sales at new car dealerships, gas stations and clothing… »
Arts & Entertainment, Indigenous, International
Film on Indigenous issues chosen for marketing initiative in U.S.
First Look–USA 2021 is a virtual initiative to market 10 Canadians films to buyers in the United States. The aim is to present a preview of films currently in post-production and talent from Canada to sales agents, distributors, agents and… »
Economy, International, Society
Government tables back-to-work bill to get Montreal Port moving again
Canada’s federal government is moving to end a strike at the Port of Montreal after more than 1,100 workers walked off the job on Monday. Federal Labour Minister Filomena Tassi tabled back-to-work legislation on Tuesday in the House of Commons.… »
More outdoor activity increasing risk of skin cancer
In 2020, more than 80,000 Canadians were diagnosed with skin cancers and over 1,300 died from melanoma, the deadliest form. A recent survey suggests that one-quarter of Canadians don’t realize that spending more time in the sun increases the risk… »
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