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Canadian restaurants struggling to turn a profit, new report says

Canadian restaurants struggling to turn a profit, new report says

A survey of Restaurants Canada members found that 44 per cent of respondents were either operating at a loss or just breaking even — up from 2019 when only 12 per cent of respondents were in that same financial position. Restaurateurs and experts say less traffic at restaurants and rising costs are making it hard to do business.

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When some people drive EVs, entire communities can benefit

When some people drive EVs, entire communities can benefit

In this issue of our environmental newsletter, we look at the benefits for entire communities when some people drive EVs; find out about a winter drought in Western Canada; and learn why a northern community wants an oil company to remove artificial islands in the Mackenzie River.

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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
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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
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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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Defence, National, Politics

January 26, 2025

Foreign Affairs Minister Joly says Canadian released from detention in Afghanistan

OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly says Canadian David…

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Former Canadian soldier David Lavery 'safe' in Qatar after release from Afghanistan, Joly says
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January 26, 2025

Former Canadian soldier David Lavery ‘safe’ in Qatar after release from Afghanistan, Joly says

Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly says Canadian Armed Forces veteran…

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