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More Canadians have poor mental health. The economy is partly to blame, survey says

More Canadians have poor mental health. The economy is partly to blame, survey says

The double whammy of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic stressors is taking a toll on the mental health of Canadian adults, according to new data released by the Canadian Institute for Health Information on Thursday.
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Punjabi music is taking the world by storm and its new sound is based in Canada

Punjabi music is taking the world by storm and its new sound is based in Canada

TORONTO — Ikwinder Singh is too young to remember the last time Punjabi music was on the cusp of breaking into the mainstream in Canada.
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Simon's family says ex-enforcer died by suicide, 'strongly believes' CTE played role

Simon's family says ex-enforcer died by suicide, 'strongly believes' CTE played role

Chris Simon's family says the late NHL enforcer died by suicide. And it "strongly believes" a progressive and fatal disease associated with repeated traumatic brain injuries is to blame.
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Celestial event: What you need to know about the total solar eclipse on April 8

Celestial event: What you need to know about the total solar eclipse on April 8

Here are the answers to some key questions about the total solar eclipse that will take place on April 8.
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Ontario putting up more cash for roads, pipes to help get more housing built

Ontario putting up more cash for roads, pipes to help get more housing built

RICHMOND HILL, Ont. — Ontario is giving municipalities $1.6 billion more for building key infrastructure to help support new home construction.
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Total eclipse promises celestial show with streamers, loops and a possible comet

Total eclipse promises celestial show with streamers, loops and a possible comet

FREDERICTON — A total solar eclipse is a rare celestial event that always generates excitement, but next month's version is expected to be unusually spectacular.
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Quiet Superstar: Canada's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the face of new Thunder era

Quiet Superstar: Canada's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander the face of new Thunder era

OKLAHOMA CITY — Ever since the Seattle SuperSonics relocated to Oklahoma City and were renamed the Thunder, the team has had a close connection with the local Boys and Girls Clubs.
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BoC expects quantitative tightening to end in 2025, deputy governor says

BoC expects quantitative tightening to end in 2025, deputy governor says

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada expects quantitative tightening to end sometime in 2025, deputy governor Toni Gravelle said in a speech Thursday about how the central bank plans to manage its balance sheet.
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Deadlines, credits and life changes: the biggest tax pitfalls experts say to avoid

Deadlines, credits and life changes: the biggest tax pitfalls experts say to avoid

The deadline to file your taxes may feel like it’s far away, but experts say that not getting started early is one of the biggest mistakes Canadians make at tax season.
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Federal minimum wage rising to $17.30 an hour on April 1

Federal minimum wage rising to $17.30 an hour on April 1

OTTAWA — The federal minimum wage is rising to $17.30 per hour on April 1. The increase from $16.65 reflects the increase in the annual average consumer price index for 2023.
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