Some dating apps want to convince you that you’ll have a higher chance of finding love if you pay for their subscriptions or special features, some researchers say. But according to one dating coach, what might get you more dates is how your profile looks — and not how much …
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As the PWHL playoff race heats up, here’s where each team stands
Three teams are battling for the league's final playoff spot ahead of a break for the upcoming world championship. 3 teams battling for final playoff spot ahead of break for world championship PWHL Ottawa GM Mike Hirshfeld went into Monday's trade deadline looking to add scoring and a veteran presence …
Read More »Quebec reaches deal with federal government to increase health transfers by $900M
Premier François Legault was one of the provincial leaders most vocal about the need for a deal with Ottawa — but he bristled at being held accountable to Ottawa for meeting certain targets. Quebec was last province to conclude an agreement with federal government Ottawa and Quebec have reached an …
Read More »Years ago, Indigenous theatre was little-known. Today, plays are being produced across the country
Indigenous playwrights are in demand. But it didn't used to be this way. Indigenous playwrights say the types of stories being told have changed as well Unreserved53:59Indigenous playwrights take centre stage It might be hard to imagine that well-known playwright Tomson Highway once had to pull people off the street …
Read More »B.C. pledges $80M to help farmers cope with prolonged drought
Unprecedented drought in British Columbia last year has prompted the provincial government to spend $80 million to help farmers manage, collect and store water for crops and livestock. Farmer who received funding says it is helping to ensure 'the survival of agriculture' Unprecedented drought in British Columbia last year has …
Read More »Incentives attract visiting doctors to northern Ontario ERs but they’re not sticking around
The Temporary Locum Program has helped keep emergency rooms operating in northern Ontario including through the COVID-19 pandemic, but some say it may be working against recruiting efforts that would provide a lasting fix to the doctor shortage. Temporary Locum Program, renewed last fall, is set to expire at the …
Read More »The rise and fall of a Halifax man’s illegal TV streaming empire
A Halifax man has been ordered to pay millions of dollars to some of the most powerful entertainment companies in the world, in a case that offers a window into the battle against illegal TV streamers. Founder of now-defunct Beast TV ordered to pay millions to powerful entertainment giants It …
Read More »Mental health advocates fear shutdown of national online resource will leave gaps
As the end of funding for a national mental health platform comes to an end, advocates across the country are calling on governments to find appropriate alternatives. Kristi Allan says she is 'losing a lifeline' and calls on N.L. to expand its services As the end of funding for a …
Read More »For many in B.C. finding a rental has become a full-time job, competition is fierce
Families in British Columbia are competing online for rentals in Canada’s toughest rental market, where an apartment is on average almost $2,500 a month. Housing policy experts say renters with few options are desperate — some even offering landlords perks — to try to find an affordable, or at least …
Read More »NDP motion on Palestinian statehood passes after major amendments
The House of Commons passed a softened New Democrat motion on Monday night that no longer calls for the federal government to officially recognize Palestinian statehood after last-minute amendments brought in by the governing Liberals. Vote on main motion delayed by 2 hours The House of Commons passeda softened New …
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