July
29

Child psychologist offers parents tips to get their kids to clean

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While certain customs and traditions between American and Canadian kids differ, both seem to have one particular trait in common: hating to clean.
To help parents get their kids to do their chores, cleaning product manufacturer Jelmar recently interviewed child psychologist Michele Borba who offered some tips.
For instance, one suggestion Borba recommends is turning cleaning into [Read More]

July
29

Wireless, broadband use for internet on the rise in Canada

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A new survey is revealing an increasing number of Canadians are taking advantage of the most up-to-date technology when it comes to internet accessibility.
According to the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission, in 2010, the number of Canadian households with broadband web access increased nearly 10 percent to 9 million, while homeowners fitted with wireless services [Read More]

July
28

Ontarians want greater access to alcohol

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A new study finds that a significant percentage of Canadians would prefer if more retail stores in the province were allowed to sell beer and wine.
The poll, commissioned by the Ontario Convenience Stores Association, found that approximately six out of every 10 Ontarians over the age of 19 believe smaller retailers and shops should be [Read More]

July
27

Canadians’ satisfaction with banks jumps sharply, survey finds

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Canadians are pleased with their financial institutions, as a new poll conducted by J.D. Power and Associates reveals satisfaction Canadians have with their banks has increased.
Measured on a 1,000-point scale, satisfaction rates averaged around 756, which is a jump of 26 points when compared to 2010. What's more, contentment rose among the Big Five Banks [Read More]

July
26

Roberto Alomar cites Toronto in Hall of Fame speech

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The newest members were recently inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, and Toronto received special distinction in the process.
Along side former pitcher Bert Blyleven and longtime MLB executive Pat Gillick, former Toronto Blue Jays' second baseman Roberto Alomar was enshrined into the hallowed Hall in Cooperstown, New York, on July 24.
Even though he played [Read More]

July
26

American Bar Association to hold annual conference in Toronto

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Some of the world's best legal minds will soon be coming to Toronto, as the American Bar Association recently announced it will hold its annual meeting in the GTA.
According to the ABA, approximately 8,000 legal professionals from 100 different firms will be in attendance, as the 134th gathering will be held at the Metro Toronto [Read More]

July
25

Home prices expected to rise in Canada by 4.4 percent

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The Royal Bank of Canada is out with its latest forecast, this one detailing the state of home prices over the remainder of 2011 and into next year.
According to the RBC, home values are expected to rise by an average of 4.4 percent through December, but by the time January rolls around, prices are expected [Read More]

July
25

Canadians challenged to create new ice cream flavor

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Canadians with a sweet tooth may want to get their ice cream makers out of their storage units, as Cold Stone Creamery is offering them a chance to have the tasty treat free for one year.
On July 22, the ice cream chain launched its Signature Creation Contest on Facebook, challenging Canadians to create their own [Read More]

July
22

Toronto Rocket a ‘go’ for launch

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GTA commuters have a new way to get around town, as the City of Toronto, the Government of Ontario and the Toronto Transit Commission jointly announced the launch of the Toronto Rocket – the city's latest subway service.
"With the service launch of the Toronto Rocket subway train, our government is improving transportation in the Greater [Read More]

July
21

Ontarians hit hard by cost of living, according to RBC poll

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While Canada as a whole has been able to weather the global financial crisis effectively, the cost of living may be taking its toll, particularly in Ontario.
In a new survey released by the Royal Bank of Canada, to cut costs approximately 60 percent of Ontarians are comparison shopping, 50 percent are following a budget more [Read More]