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Reconciliation big part of Alberta volleyball player's role

Reconciliation big part of Alberta volleyball player's role

Phillip Sutherland sees discussing the impact of residential schools on Indigenous people as part of his role on the Olds College team, in the college and the wider community.
Canadian families will pay $1,065 more for groceries in 2023, report says

Canadian families will pay $1,065 more for groceries in 2023, report says

Food prices in Canada will continue to escalate in the new year, with grocery costs forecast to rise up to seven per cent in 2023, new research predicts.
Federal NDP leader says Alberta sovereignty act 'a distraction' from real problems

Federal NDP leader says Alberta sovereignty act 'a distraction' from real problems

Jagmeet Singh says Alberta's proposed sovereignty act is undemocratic and an unwelcome distraction from the struggles residents of the province are facing.
A look at how $10-a-day child-care plans have been rolling out across Canada

A look at how $10-a-day child-care plans have been rolling out across Canada

Alberta said as of September, it has created 9,500 spaces and, since January, child-care fees have dropped an average of 50 per cent. 
84% of Canadians worried about the future of wildlife, says poll

84% of Canadians worried about the future of wildlife, says poll

Canadians know that nature is in crisis, says Greenpeace Canada’s interim executive director.
Bartenders share their favourite hangover cures

Bartenders share their favourite hangover cures

Obviously please drink responsibly, but on the off chance you don't...
Two-thirds of consumers won't buy from a company with misaligned values

Two-thirds of consumers won't buy from a company with misaligned values

It is no longer enough for a brand to offer a quality, affordable product or service.
Bank of Canada lost $522 million in third quarter, marking first loss in its history

Bank of Canada lost $522 million in third quarter, marking first loss in its history

Revenue from interest on Bank of Canada's assets did not keep pace with interest charges on deposits at the bank, which have grown amid rapidly rising interest rates.
10 superfoods for dogs from your very own kitchen

10 superfoods for dogs from your very own kitchen

The growing popularity of natural pet food and homemade treats suggests that pet parents are becoming more mindful of what is healthy for their animal pals.
Tips to deal with shrinkflation at the mall as some shoppers question discounts

Tips to deal with shrinkflation at the mall as some shoppers question discounts

Some consumers say the discounts are more hype than real, giving shoppers the illusion of a bargain rather than actually saving them money. 
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