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CANADA: Record number of cats being adopted, survey of shelters shows

CANADA: Record number of cats being adopted, survey of shelters shows

Experts say a social shift has occurred which has helped reduce the number of animals that could potentially end up back in the system
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BEYOND LOCAL: In wake of racism and abuse allegations, is hockey at its tipping point?

BEYOND LOCAL: In wake of racism and abuse allegations, is hockey at its tipping point?

Recent flood of allegations has sparked debate about race, hockey culture, and whether or nor the sport is really for everyone
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ONTARIO: Ombudsman finds Niagara CAO hiring was 'inside job'

ONTARIO: Ombudsman finds Niagara CAO hiring was 'inside job'

The Ombudsman makes 16 recommendations to the regional municipality to avert similar situations in future
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BEYOND LOCAL: Can universities do more to reduce dropout rates?

BEYOND LOCAL: Can universities do more to reduce dropout rates?

Finances, academic performance and a sense of belonging may all be factors in whether or students finish their post-secondary studies
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CANADA: Thinking of switching careers? You're not alone says recent survey

CANADA: Thinking of switching careers? You're not alone says recent survey

Over one-third of Canadians have completely switched their career at some point in their life, says a recent survey by Indeed
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ONTARIO: Eventbrite suit seeks $5M in wake of Roxodus festival fiasco

ONTARIO: Eventbrite suit seeks $5M in wake of Roxodus festival fiasco

Just days before the Roxodus cancellation, organizer transferred $650K out of MF Live account, leaving no money to refund ticket-holders
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CANADA: How ‘co-factors’ can increase the likelihood of a food allergy reaction

CANADA: How ‘co-factors’ can increase the likelihood of a food allergy reaction

There are well-known factors that can make people more sensitive to allergy triggers, and alcohol is among them, doctor says
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CANADA: Is ‘showrooming’ — testing products in store to buy online — the new shopping faux pas?

CANADA: Is ‘showrooming’ — testing products in store to buy online — the new shopping faux pas?

It can impact sales for local businesses
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CANADA: Does water fluoridation really impact IQ?

CANADA: Does water fluoridation really impact IQ?

Experts have voiced concerns about the uptake of a recent Canadian study, in which water fluoridation was associated with slightly lower IQs in children
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ONTARIO: Trial for Ottawa bus driver accused in double-decker crash to start in 2021

ONTARIO: Trial for Ottawa bus driver accused in double-decker crash to start in 2021

Aissatou Diallo was at the wheel of a double-decker bus which slammed into the pedestrian platform overhang at Westboro Station back in January, killing three people
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