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Average non-mortgage debt tops $21,000, up 2.4 per cent from last year, Equifax says

Average non-mortgage debt tops $21,000, up 2.4 per cent from last year, Equifax says

TORONTO — The amount of non-mortgage debt owed by Canadians is rising, boosted by new lending and higher spending linked to inflation, according to a new report by Equifax Canada.
Workers falling behind as some corporations see record profits, labour leaders say

Workers falling behind as some corporations see record profits, labour leaders say

OTTAWA — A record labour shortage and rising wages may seem like good news for workers, but labour leaders say employees aren't seeing the gains that corporations are experiencing amid sky-high inflation.
He lost the bet

He lost the bet

A defeat in fantasy football resulted in a memorable moment for an Estevan man.
Third dose of COVID-19 vaccinations offered to children

Third dose of COVID-19 vaccinations offered to children

Children five to 11 years eligible for COVID-19 booster doses starting Aug. 31.
5 ways to be more food sustainable while travelling

5 ways to be more food sustainable while travelling

In a world where convenience is king, it’s easy to take advantage of to-go containers and packaged goods. But there are ways we can cut down on travel clutter and tourism pollution.
Meeting Lake fish die-off likely a natural occurrence, says ministry

Meeting Lake fish die-off likely a natural occurrence, says ministry

Weather is a factor in fish kills.
BoC expected to raise interest rate for fifth time at pivotal moment for economy

BoC expected to raise interest rate for fifth time at pivotal moment for economy

Some of Canada’s major banks are forecasting the central bank will the key interest rate by three-quarters of a percentage point, bringing it to 3.25 per cent.
Insecticides impair a bee’s ability to move in a straight line

Insecticides impair a bee’s ability to move in a straight line

Even small amounts can impair use of visual motion information.
Heat wave drives record-setting electricity use: SaskPower

Heat wave drives record-setting electricity use: SaskPower

The power demand record was set at 3,597 megawatts on Aug. 31, at 5:14 p.m.
Insects use scorched lands as a safe location to lay eggs

Insects use scorched lands as a safe location to lay eggs

Fire-adapted insects make the most of breeding grounds sterilized by wildfires: USask research.
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