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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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Air Canada passengers repeatedly overcharged for baggage, but airline faces no fines
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June 2, 2024

Air Canada passengers repeatedly overcharged for baggage, but airline faces no fines

Rob Eedson of Ottawa figured he’d spring for a small…

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These musicians bought a seat for a cello worth $4.5M. Air Canada wouldn't let it on board
Star

June 2, 2024

These musicians bought a seat for a cello worth $4.5M. Air Canada wouldn’t let it on board

A pair of classical musicians, including famed British cellist Sheku…

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MPs question airline CEOs on carry-on baggage fees
Star

June 2, 2024

MPs question airline CEOs on carry-on baggage fees

Four airline CEOs will face questions about carry-on baggage fees when…

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WestJet tried to silence couple fighting for compensation after airline cancelled their flight
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May 5, 2024

WestJet tried to silence couple fighting for compensation after airline cancelled their flight

Anna and Russell Gurney knew something was wrong when their phones pinged…

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Cities are overheating. How do we cool them down? | CBC Radio
Star

April 22, 2024

Cities are overheating. How do we cool them down? | CBC Radio

Quirks and Quarks54:00Overheated – a Quirks & Quarks special about…

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Rooftop solar power is good for the environment, but it might not save you money | CBC News
Star

April 22, 2024

Rooftop solar power is good for the environment, but it might not save you money | CBC News

The cost of solar panels has plunged in the past…

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Trump says Zelenskyy wants to sign minerals deal in U.S., as reports suggest draft agreement reached
Star

April 11, 2024

Trump says Zelenskyy wants to sign minerals deal in U.S., as reports suggest draft agreement reached

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Ukrainian President…

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Sending troops to Ukraine 'on the table' to enforce a peace deal, says Trudeau in Kyiv
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April 11, 2024

Sending troops to Ukraine ‘on the table’ to enforce a peace deal, says Trudeau in Kyiv

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau paid a surprise visit to Kyiv…

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Ukrainians in Kherson survived Russia's occupation. Now, they're being hunted by drones
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April 11, 2024

Ukrainians in Kherson survived Russia’s occupation. Now, they’re being hunted by drones

When Dmytro stepped out into the morning sun last October…

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