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Canada Strong Pass giving Canadians access to national parks, campsites, and museums
The Laker Newspaper
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June 22, 2025
OTTAWA, ONT.: This summer, Canadians can enjoy the very best Canada has to offer with the Canada Strong Pass. From museums and railroads to national parks and camping spots, the federal government is making it easier for families to choose Canada...
Blake Lively's husband Ryan Reynolds showcases cringe new midlife-crisis look as he accepts award
Daily Mail
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July 1, 2025
Blake Lively's husband Ryan Reynolds showcased a striking new look on Tuesday as he was honored in his home country of Canada. The Deadpool star, 48, sported a dark new hair dye job, as he was named an Officer of the Order of Canada during Canada...
‘Shark Tank’ investor Kevin O’Leary says only a third of people can become successful entrepreneurs—and the rest will never be ‘free’
Fortune
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The prospect of being your own boss is a dream for Gen Z—inspiring many to launch their own businesses or take up blue-collar gig work. But millionaire Shark Tank investor Kevin O’Leary thinks most people will never cut it in entrepreneurship—and...
Ruth Williams of Kamloops appointed as member of the Order of Canada
Castanet
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Photo: Government of B.C. Ruth Doreen Williams Kamloops' Ruth Doreen Williams will be adding Canada's highest honour to her already crowded trophy case. Williams is one of 83 new appointments to the Order of Canada by Governor General of Canada...
Canada’s leading university to offer a course on global popstar Diljeet Dosanjh
The Indian Express
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June 23, 2025
At a time when global popstar Diljeet Dosanjh has stirred a political debate and is being trolled for working with Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in his upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3 in the wake of India-Pakistan tensions, Toronto Metropolitan...
Canadian University to offer course on Diljit Dosanjh
Hindustan Times
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June 23, 2025
The Billboard report added that this course, which will highlight the ‘cultural, musical and diasporic relevance’ of the singer's work, will begin in the fall of 2026. Dr. Charlie Wall-Andrews, Assistant Professor at The Creative School at Toronto...
Hall And Fishels To Serve As Toronto Day’s Grand Marshals
The Eureka Herald - Kansas
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- by Kathy Cummings and Herald staff The Toronto Day’s Committee recently announced Carlene Hall and Shirley and Gary Fishel as the Grand Marshals for the 2025 Toronto Days festivities. As owners of Lizard Lips Grill and Deli at Country Junction,...
Red Deerians celebrate Canada Day
Red Deer Advocate
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Hundreds made the trip to Bower Ponds to celebrate Canada Day. The Red Deer Cultural Heritage Society hosted its annual Canada Day celebration at Bower Ponds on Tuesday, July 1. The event featured international food booths, various activities,...
Wallaceburg marks Canada Day, 150th anniversary
Chatham This Week
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One of many Canada Day celebrations in Chatham-Kent, Wallaceburg also marked its 150th anniversary on Tuesday.Article content There was a solid turnout for the event, which was held on the museum grounds, featuring vendors, entertainment and...
There are five professional licenses that will lapse in Ottawa County in week ending July 5
Vacationland Times - Ohio
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June 30, 2025
There are five professional licenses expiring in Ottawa County in the week ending July 5 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System. At least no professional licenses were set to expire the previous week. Starting and...
Network of Vietnamese scientists, experts in Canada makes debut
VietnamPlus
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June 30, 2025
Ottawa (VNA) – The Canadian Vietnamese Scholars and Experts Network (CVSE) has been launched in an effort to mobilise the knowledge and expertise of overseas Vietnamese communities, particularly in science and technology, to support national...
Kodiak Expands Team with Proven Talent to Drive Next Phase of Growth
The Kingston Whig-Standard
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July 17, 2025
Breadcrumb Trail Links Newsfile Article content Vancouver, British Columbia–(Newsfile Corp. – July 17, 2025) – Kodiak Copper Corp. (TSXV: KDK) (OTCQB: KDKCF) (FSE: 5DD1) (the “Company” or “Kodiak“) today announces the appointment of Mike...
‘The time has come to hand over the baton’ – Lynn family sell Finnebrogue to Canadian food giant Sofina
The Irish News
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July 1, 2025
Co Down meat and sausage manufacturer Finnebrogue has been acquired by Canadian food giant Sofina for an undisclosed sum. The family-run business, which specialises in pork and plant-based alternatives, employs around 1,200 people in the...
B.C.'s top doctor among British Columbians appointed to Order of Canada
CBC/Radio-Canada
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June 30, 2025
B.C.'s provincial health officer is one of 10 new Order of Canada appointees, Gov. Gen. Mary Simon announced Monday. The latest list of honourees includes two new companions — the highest level of the Order of Canada — 19 officers and 62 members,...
Drax Foundation funding supports education and environment programs across Canada
Canadian Biomass
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June 30, 2025
Donations will enhance new and existing programs committed to being climate, nature, and people positive Renewable energy company Drax has donated $572,715 to seven Canadian non-profits from the latest funding period of the Drax Foundation. The...
We want to know what your favorite local park is, and why
Democrat & Chronicle - New York
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Editor’s note: This story was suggested by Kshitij Shetty at the 2025 Rochester Juneteenth Festival. On a nice summer day, going to parks in Rochester is one of my favorite pastimes. From taking in the beautiful sights of what the nature...
What's going on for Canada Day 2025 in Lethbridge
Lethbridge News Now
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“Moving part of the event to LDE brings a lot of benefits,” says Grindle. “There’s more parking for food trucks, better security sightlines and we’re creating more open space to enjoy the celebrations and the park. It’s about improving the visitor...
Ontario launches financial aid programs for communities hit by March ice storm
PTBO Today
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June 21, 2025
The Ontario government is launching two one-time assistance programs to help municipalities, small businesses, farms and not-for-profits recover from the devastating March ice storm that left nearly 400,000 homes and businesses without power...
Canadians snapped up U.S. debt in April despite Trump’s tariffs, but the bond selloff tanked its value
Fortune
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Canadians have been ditching all-things American after having enough of U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats about tariffs and making their country the “51st state.” Boycotts of U.S. products from whiskey to dog food to Teslas—and a huge pullback...
'Finding perfection in the imperfection': Entrepreneur's hand-printed apparel finds market
CBC/Radio-Canada
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July 1, 2025
When Harpreet Gill started working at the Garrison Night Market in Fredericton, she didn't expect the positive response her women's clothing and accessory stand would receive. Nor did she expect that just two years later, she would run a brick and...