Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that two-time Olympian and London 2012 gold medallist, Rosie MacLennan, would lead Team Canada into the Rio 2016 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. The announcement took place at an event in Ottawa on Parliament Hill. As the Flag Bearer for Team Canada, MacLennan will lead a team […]
Many Canadian investors unaware of fees they’re paying to invest
This summer, new regulatory changes coming to the investment industry will improve disclosure around fees, and according to a recent survey* by Tangerine Investments, these changes are much needed. The survey found that although the majority of investors surveyed (89 per cent) describe themselves as either “very knowledgeable” or “somewhat knowledgeable” when it comes to their […]
School’s out, but Toronto Hydro wants kids to learn about electrical safety
As the school year has ended, children around the city are out in their communities enjoying their well-earned vacation. Toronto Hydro wants to make sure that all kids in the city have a safe summer by educating them about the risks around electrical equipment. To help kids play safe, follow these tips: Look up, look down, […]
Canadians prefer their ice cream served in a cone
Baskin-Robbins has the scoop on ice cream consumption in Canada thanks to a national poll of adult consumers conducted by Leger Marketing from June 20 to June 23. The poll reveals that 31 per cent of Canadians prefer flavours with chocolate, followed by 21 per cent for the vanilla varieties. The results also reveal that […]
Furniture Bank is low on furniture. Please donate!
Furniture Bank is low on furniture. Your used furniture will change a life. Please donate! http://bit.ly/1IkHfNa Furniture is silent in its power. We understand the role of food, clothing and shelter in our lives but we often take furniture for granted, until we don’t have access to it. For Furniture Bank clients transitioning out of homelessness or […]