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Canada’s first-ever coloured loonie – Have you seen one yet?
Coloured loonie – In 1945, 51 nations, including Canada, signed a treaty to establish a new world body with four
Lifestyle
10 casino myths and facts
When people come to enjoy gambling, it’s important to distinguish what is real and what is not. There are many misconceptions that people have about
Emu against Maskne – Earth to Body
The light warned yellow. Our traffic lanes obediently cruised to a stop and I did a double take at my neighbouring Masked Rider. “Do we
Tips tricks and secrets to win at Starburst Slot
Starburst slot from NetEnt is, without a doubt, one of the most popular online slots currently. Since its release in 2013, it has been played
A guide to caring for your elderly loved ones
If you have senior parents living at home, then you may be unsure about how to take the best care of them. Many people often
Tamagotchi – Not just for nostalgia
One of the hottest toys in the last few years is one that people in their 20s and 30s might remember from their own childhood.
How to protect your information from online scammers
Online scammers target people of all income levels, ages, and backgrounds across the country. Anyone can fall victim to a scam if they’re not careful.
Ideas to treat chronic pain
treat chronic pain – Pain is an initial indication from your brain that something is wrong in your body. But chronic pain is different than
5 great activities to do with your buddies
Sometimes all you need is a good time with the lads. Being around your friends and having a laugh is often a thing you do
What do flowers symbolize – Including their hidden meaning
Did you know that every flower has its own story to tell? That’s right; there is more to these colourful bundles of joy than it
Covid-19
COVID-19 – State of emergency renewed for Montréal agglomeration
In accordance with the Civil Protection Act, Montréal’s executive committee has renewed on October 19 the state of emergency for the urban agglomeration of Montréal for a period of five days. The local state of emergency, which was declared on March
Over 1200 Quebecers test positive COVID-19 in last 24 hours – highest number yet
In the last 24 hours the province of Quebec has yet again broken another record with positive tests of COVID-19. This Saturday 1,279 more Quebecers have tested positive with COVID-19. The record that was broken was on October 2nd with
COVID-19: Less healthcare for seniors more regulations for youth
There has been a massive backlog in medical appointments and surgeries in Quebec’s healthcare system due to the slowdown in activities in hospitals last spring, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, and rotating lockdowns can only exacerbate this situation.
COVID-19: Montreal and Quebec City to be upgraded to Red Alert this week
Although details of the measures are not yet known, Christian Dubé, Quebec’s Health Minister, announced that Montreal and areas of Quebec City will be upgraded to Red Alert this week. Red Alert is the highest level of the Quebec’s Regional
Federal Government to buy minute result COVID-19 tests
The Federal government announced today their intention in buying almost 8 million rapid point-of-care COVID-19 tests from United States based Abbott Laboratories. The pointe-of-care test can be given by trained professionals. The test in which Canada is looking into buying
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COVID-19 – Quebec hits over 100 000 cases and keeps rising
It is a grim milestone. On Sunday October 25th, Quebec reported another 879 confirmed, positive cases of the Covid-19 virus
Grand Opening: 5 things to consider in opening a retail store
Do you find joy in selling? Do you feel satisfied when you can provide people what they need? Do you
Canada’s first-ever coloured loonie – Have you seen one yet?
Coloured loonie – In 1945, 51 nations, including Canada, signed a treaty to establish a new world body with four
10 casino myths and facts
When people come to enjoy gambling, it’s important to distinguish what is real and what is not. There are many
Business
Work from home efficiently with VoIP services
Working from home has become necessary for many people recently. Without daily access to the office environment, many people lack
Why you need to invest in the gambling industry
People meet in casinos and gaming establishments to play and make money where possible. Card games, casino games, lotteries, bingo,
Why TV aerials are installed on the rooftop of the house
You have usually heard someone say I have installed the tv aerial on my rooftop and the question should be
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Enterteinment
New Cinema Festival: a diverse offering
New Cinema Festival – The 49th edition of the Festival du nouveau cinema (FNC) has also adapted to the new conditions created by COVID-19, and
Movies
Just For Laughs: Steve Byrne talks about “The Opening Act”
American comedian Steve Byrne knows what it’s like to travel the long, tough road to success in the world of stand-up comedy. And that’s especially so when you’re starting at
Virtual is the new norm for film festivals
Film festivals – Venice showed some of its movies online, Toronto also decided on a partial virtual delivery of this year’s shows. Now it is the turn of the Montreal’s
Movie Review The Rose Family – October crisis / FLQ
October crisis / FLQ – The release of “Les Rose” (“The Rose Family”) was well-timed: this year marks the 50th anniversary of the October Crisis, an event that since then,
Music
Kent Nagano’s Farewell concert outside the Olympic Stadium – FREE
Kent Nagano’s Farewell concert – It is with great emotion that the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal (OSM) announces Kent Nagano’s last concert as Music Director
Justin Bieber reveals he has Lyme disease
Justin Bieber has taken to social media once again dropping another bombshell. Justin took to his Instagram account today revealing he was recently diagnosed with
Books
You Can’t Catch Me by Catherine McKenzie – Book Review
A funny thing happened to former reporter Jessica Williams as she was about to embark upon a well deserved vacation in Puerto Vallart, Mexico.As she was waiting to board her
Best books of 2019: Montreal Times
For the past dozen years, the first Book Banter column of the new year always meant taking one last look at the year before and see which books stood out
Book Review – Too Much and Never Enough by Mary L. Trump
In the summer of 1983, me and my old high school friend Scott embarked upon a weekend chartered bus trip to New York City to see Simon & Garfunkel perform
Elton John – Me
Elton John – Me – The year of 1973 was a good year for me, especially when it came to appreciating rock music on record. That year, I was a
Book Review – The answer is… by Alex Trebek
Exactly 30 years ago, I got to live the bookworm’s dream when I went to Los Angeles for the first time to participate as a contestant on the hit TV
Criss Cross by James Patterson book review
Criss Cross by James Patterson – Alex Cross, the Washington, D.C. police detective who is the flagship protagonist of mega best-selling author James Patterson’s string of wildly popular crime thrillers,
Health & Fitness
Ideas to treat chronic pain
treat chronic pain – Pain is an initial indication from your brain that something is wrong in your body. But chronic pain is different than the usual pain you feel
Emu against Maskne – Earth to Body
The light warned yellow. Our traffic lanes obediently cruised to a stop and I did a double take at my neighbouring Masked Rider. “Do we
5 biggest bodily changes as you get older
If you are lucky, you will get older – it is certainly better than the alternative! As you age, you will notice changes in your
Numbing creams require caution – Earth to Body
The year was 2006. Arielle was only 17 when fate played its hand. She was young, spirited and full of energy. As an accomplished cross-country
Are CBD oil and MSM for horses the same thing?
If you have a horse, you have probably done a lot of research already about how to keep it safe and healthy. That’s what all
Travel
Documents required for renting a car in Dubai, UAE
The best way to move around in the cities of the UAE is rental cars especially if you are a foreigner. So, Car Rental in advance before your trip starts.
EU bans Canadian travellers because of increase of COVID-19 cases
In July the European Union (EU) Officials set up a list of countries who were allowed to travel to Europe. Now the EU are planning on removing Canada from that
New layoffs at Air Transat
Faced with the major Air Transat layoffs announced for November, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) is calling on the federal government to immediately deploy rapid COVID-19 screening at
Aviation workers to hold a rally on Parliament Hill on October 20th, 2020 at noon
Aviation workers will be holding a peaceful rally on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on October 20th, 2020 at noon to demand from the Government of Canada concrete measures for a
10 tips for traveling abroad for work
Traveling abroad for work—especially overseas—is a huge perk for most people, but it also comes with its unique set of challenges. Whether it’s keeping up with foreign customs, making sure
Food & Wine
Outbreak of Vibrio parahaemolyticus infections linked to shellfish
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is collaborating with provincial and territorial public health and food safety partners to investigate an outbreak of Vibrio parahaemolyticus infections
Salmonella outbreak linked to peaches from the United States
The outbreak investigation is ongoing as illnesses continue to be reported to the Public Health Agency of Canada. Since August 23, there have been 15
Cooking around the world with Maille Mustard
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we can’t travel to our favourite vacation destinations across the country or across the world. However, when it comes
Guinness launches no-alcohol Guinness 0.0
Guinness 0.0. has hit the shelves in Britain and Ireland for those gents who want a booze-free version of the Irish stout. The traditional 261
