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Grocer profits in 2022 top five-year average, Loblaw beats best results: report

Grocer profits in 2022 top five-year average, Loblaw beats best results: report

Canada's top three grocers all posted higher profits this year compared with their average performances over the last five years, new research from Dalhousie University has found.
Why financial literacy should be a 'lifelong journey'

Why financial literacy should be a 'lifelong journey'

"I think for a lot of people, they might just look at their account every so often and not realize that they run into trouble until it's too late," says a financial advisor.
A guide to free, ad-supported streaming services in Canada

A guide to free, ad-supported streaming services in Canada

Keeping track of the growing number of ad-supported video streaming options isn't easy, but it can help trim your monthly bills.
'Protective effect' of annual flu shot can lower the risk of stroke: Calgary study

'Protective effect' of annual flu shot can lower the risk of stroke: Calgary study

A new study from the University of Calgary says getting the annual flu shot may have an added health bonus — it may also lower the risk of having a stroke.
Alberta NDP asks premier to confirm promise to hold election May 29

Alberta NDP asks premier to confirm promise to hold election May 29

Rachel Notley says Danielle Smith is trampling on Albertans’ democratic rights by promising to implement radical policy changes without first seeking a popular mandate.
B.C. man avoids jail after sharing intimate videos of ex-wife on social media

B.C. man avoids jail after sharing intimate videos of ex-wife on social media

"It’s a horrible thing to do to the mother of your children and a woman who you profess to love. The impact of it will be with her for the rest of her life," said Kamloops provincial court Judge Marianne Armstrong
Retailers turning to fees, shorter windows to reduce soaring returns

Retailers turning to fees, shorter windows to reduce soaring returns

Stores are making it harder and more costly to bring back items as consumers remain hooked on a big pandemic habit: online shopping.
Employers concerned about worker burnout, retention amid tight job market: survey

Employers concerned about worker burnout, retention amid tight job market: survey

Employers are concerned they will have a harder time than usual replacing employees who decide to leave.
Some Saskatchewan community members sleeping with guns after stabbing rampage: chief

Some Saskatchewan community members sleeping with guns after stabbing rampage: chief

"Our community is still in shock and very uneasy on who walks through that door," said James Smith Cree Nation Chief Wally Burns.
Southern Alberta town's CAO not getting 40% salary increase

Southern Alberta town's CAO not getting 40% salary increase

Town of Cochrane endures social media firestorm, but in the end top bureaucrat is in line for a raise of just 3.5 per cent.
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