by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jul 24, 2024 | Canada, Economy, Housing, Ottawa
The Bank of Canada has delivered some much-needed relief with a quarter-point interest rate cut to 4.5%. This marks the second consecutive rate reduction and signals a cautious optimism about taming inflation while supporting a weakening economy. Why the Rate Cut?...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jul 4, 2024 | Canada, Food, GTA Issues, Social Issues
What is Food Insecurity? Food insecurity refers to inadequate or insecure access to food due to financial constraints. In Canada, we do not face a food shortage problem, but we do have a poverty problem. The lack of money to weather tough times and cover daily living...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jun 30, 2024 | Canada, Special, Toronto
Toronto is gearing up for a spectacular Canada Day celebration! Join fellow Torontonians in marking our nation’s birthday with parades, concerts, and dazzling fireworks displays. From family-friendly activities at Nathan Phillips Square to lively street...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jun 24, 2024 | Canada, Election, News, Politics, Toronto
St. Paul’s federal byelection on Monday, June 24, 2024 Will Trudeau’s leadership survive the Toronto—St. Paul’s federal byelection? With Conservative candidate Don Stewart gaining ground in this longtime Liberal stronghold, the June 24, 2024 vote...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jun 24, 2024 | Alberta, Canada, GTA Sports, Sports
The last Canadian team to hoist the Stanley Cup was the Montreal Canadiens in 1993, defeating the Los Angeles Kings in a thrilling five-game series. This victory, which marked the Canadiens’ 24th Stanley Cup win, remains etched in the memories of hockey fans...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | May 28, 2024 | Canada, Info, Trains
VIA Rail’s 2030 Strategic Plan is a bold and ambitious road-map that aims to redefine the future of sustainable travel across Canada. The comprehensive plan outlines a series of concrete actions designed to enhance the passenger rail experience, strengthen...