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Gas prices fall in BC; TMX pipeline lowers fuel costs


Gas prices fall in BC; TMX pipeline lowers fuel costs

Workers lay pipe on farmland in Abbotsford, BC, on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, during construction of the Trans Mountain pipeline extension. (The Canadian Press) Gasoline prices in British Columbia fell last week as a new study suggests relief is in sight in one of Canada’s most expensive fuel regions. The CD Howe Institute found that […]

Ukraine is allowed to use tanks donated by Canada on Russian territory


Ukraine is allowed to use tanks donated by Canada on Russian territory

Ukraine can use tanks and armoured vehicles donated by Canada within Russia without restrictions, the Defence Ministry said on Thursday. The statement comes amid growing speculation among military experts about how long Ukraine can sustain its offensive in Russia’s Kursk region – and the long-term impact the surprise cross-border incursion will have on the long-running […]

Inside a $22 billion plan to transform an airport into a city for 55,000 residents


Inside a  billion plan to transform an airport into a city for 55,000 residents

The former Downsview Airport in Toronto is being renovated for $22 billion. The historic airfield is to be transformed into a lively new district for 55,000 residents. But this isn’t your typical suburban development – it has airplane hangars, a mile-long runway, and enough retro charm to make it a must-see. Also, forget about bulldozing […]

San Francisco restaurant fires employees after racist insult on receipt


San Francisco restaurant fires employees after racist insult on receipt

Racist slur found on restaurant bill in San Francisco A restaurant on Valencia Street in San Francisco says it fired an employee who left a racist message on a customer’s receipt. We spoke to the woman who received the receipt from Pica Pica Arepa Kitchen. SAN FRANCISCO – A San Francisco restaurant says it has […]

Canada’s largest natural gas producer acquires competitors to profit from higher prices


Canada’s largest natural gas producer acquires competitors to profit from higher prices

The Canadian Tourmaline Oil Corp. has announced the acquisition of Crew Energy for approximately 1.3 billion Canadian dollars (950 million US dollars) as part of expansion plans ahead of the expected increase in natural gas prices. Like Tourmaline itself, Crew Energy operates in the Montney Formation and the Alberta Deep Basin. These, as the acquiring […]

For the third time, a store in California is selling scratch cards with a huge jackpot


For the third time, a store in California is selling scratch cards with a huge jackpot

Article A $2 million scratch-off ticket was sold at Tuong Vi Ice Cream and Café on Alvin Avenue in San Jose, California, on Monday, August 13, 2024, lottery officials said. (Google via California State Lottery) The order Scratch cards with $2 million prize sold in San Jose Californian store continues winning streak and sells third […]

Pet Valu appoints new President and Chief Operating Officer


Pet Valu appoints new President and Chief Operating Officer

Greg Ramier joins Pet Valu from Canadian food giant Loblaw Companies Limited, where he held various positions for more than 23 years. Canadian pet supplies retailer Pet Valu Holdings Ltd. has expanded its leadership team by filling a newly created position. Greg Ramier has joined the company as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective today. […]

BC Hobbit House Replica for Sale – Okanagan


BC Hobbit House Replica for Sale – Okanagan

Somewhere between the mythical world of JRR Tolkien and the Boundary region of British Columbia lies a little piece of Hobbiton, and it’s for sale. Located 25 to 30 minutes east of Osoyoos in British Columbia’s Okanagan Highlands, Second Breakfast Hideaway was ranked among the top 26 places in the country for a unique getaway […]