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Some Canadian communities make it mandatory for homeowners to replace lead pipes. Do such bylaws work?

Some Canadian communities make it mandatory for homeowners to replace lead pipes. Do such bylaws work?

The Canadian Environmental Law Association is recommending that all cities pass bylaws to make it mandatory for property owners to replace lead pipes on their side of the property line. Hamilton has a bylaw aimed at preventing partial lead service-line replacements, and some Quebec and Saskatchewan have similar rules. Here’s what people in Thunder Bay, Ont., have to say about the idea as the city faces a $350-million class-action lawsuit.

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Why experts say work on these 5 fronts is needed to tackle Toronto's congestion crisis
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January 27, 2025

Why experts say work on these 5 fronts is needed to tackle Toronto’s congestion crisis

Unfortunately, there’s no single fix for Toronto’s congestion problem.”You have…

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Trudeau plans on stacking Senate before retiring: source
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January 27, 2025

Trudeau plans on stacking Senate before retiring: source

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is planning a final wave of…

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Business, Economy, Politics

January 27, 2025

Economists expecting sixth straight — but more modest — rate cut from Bank of Canada

TORONTO — Economic forecasts suggest the Bank of Canada will…

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Can pickleball go corporate in Canada
Star

January 27, 2025

Can pickleball go corporate in Canada

As pickleball continues to grow in popularity, a U.S. company…

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Health, Lifestyle, Social

January 27, 2025

Don’t be afraid to prescribe exercise to elderly patients, fitness experts tell doctors

TORONTO — Bob Bursach has worked with professional athletes over…

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Sports

January 27, 2025

Cameron, McCarville, Skrlik return to Scotties Tournament of Hearts

The lineup for the Canadian women’s curling championship was completed…

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UN describes 'mass panic' in Goma as Rwanda-backed rebels claim control of key Congo city
Star

January 27, 2025

UN describes ‘mass panic’ in Goma as Rwanda-backed rebels claim control of key Congo city

The M23 rebels announced the capture of Goma in a…

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Sports

January 27, 2025

OHL roundup: Protas paces Spitfires to 5-2 win over Steelheads

WINDSOR, Ont. — Ilya Protas scored twice and added an…

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Sports

January 27, 2025

Senators showing signs of maturing under pressure

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators are learning to be comfortable…

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