High-Speed Internet Access For Remote Canadian Communities
News Canada
(NC)—We are in the information age dominated by an on-demand knowledge society. Canada is one of the most connected countries in the world and the Internet has become so central to our lives that many people can't do their work or stay in touch without it.
I...
Mom Can I Have The Car Keys?
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Parents find peace of mind with high-tech vehicle tracking system
(NC)—It's a question that makes most parents cringe. A teenager's request to use the family vehicle can leave many parents feeling worried and anxious. Familiar doubts inevitably start filling...
Eat-Out Choice At Home
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(NC)—If your family craves restaurant variety, but your budget says eat in, there is a compromise. Enlist a little family cooperation and everyone can enjoy a different meal without causing short-order chaos in your kitchen.
The first step to creating Chez R...
Risk-Free Investing With Term Investments
News Canada
(NC)—Are you a risk-averse investor? Do you fear losing any of your initial investment? Do you rely on your investments as a source of fixed-income? Do you want an investment that provides the flexibility to redeem it should the need arise? If you answered y...
Canadians Not Heeding Doctors' Sun Safety Advice
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Poll reveals Canadians' apathy for sun safety practices
(NC)-Although more than 90 per cent of Canadian family doctors feel that the combination of wearing a wide brimmed hat in conjunction with sunscreen is an effective method of protection against the sun'...
Safe Driving Tips For Allergy Sufferers
News Canada
(NC)-Did you know that some medications can cause drowsiness which could affect your ability to drive your vehicle safely?
In particular, sedating antihistamines commonly used in the treatment of allergy symptoms can cause drowsiness at the wheel. If a medic...
Home Reno Plans: Value Added Or Value Subtracted?
News Canada
(NC)—Canadians' ongoing love affair with renovating their homes is alive and well, with more than $20 billion being spent every year since the new Millennium. But how do you know what improves your home's value, and what might make it harder to sell? Here ...
RRSP Investing Mistakes To Avoid
News Canada
(NC)-So, you're ready to step up contributions to your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). You are eager for the tax and compounding growth benefits. You think you are on your way to a blissful, carefree retirement, right? Maybe. But if you don't take...
Write for Markets that Pay $1 per Word
Gary McLaren
I guess you would love to receive a check for a thousand bucks. You’re not the only one. An exciting challenge for freelance writers is to break in to high-paying writing markets. I’m not talking about all the magazines that pay twenty or thirty cents per w...
Taking The Sting Out Of Bug Bites
Dr. Brian Aw, M.D., and C.C.F.P. (courtesy of News Canada)
(NC)-In most cases insect bites are harmless and if left alone, the irritation will subside within 48 hours.
However, for some people, particularly children, scratching bites may lead to a highly contagious bac...
Bug Bites… The Itch May Be The Least Of Your Worries
Dr. Brian Aw, M.D., and C.C.F.P. (courtesy of News Canada)
(NC)-In most cases insect bites are harmless and if left alone, the irritation will subside within 48 hours.
However, for some people, particularly children, scratching bites may lead to a highly contagious bac...
Scratching Bug Bites May Sting Your Summer Fun
Dr. Brian Aw, M.D., and C.C.F.P. (courtesy of News Canada)
(NC)-In most cases insect bites are harmless and if left alone, the irritation will subside within 48 hours.
However, for some people, particularly children, scratching bites may lead to a highly contagious bac...
First-Time Home Buyers Can Save For That Downpayment Faster
News Canada
(NC)-For many first-time homebuyers, the thought of saving a substantial amount of money for a downpayment can seem overwhelming. But there are several ways to make a downpayment a lot easier and have you into your new home faster than you'd ever imagined. S...
Seafood and Corn Beach Barbecue
News Canada
(NC)—Seafood and seasonal vegetables steam to perfection on the grill in foil pouches lined with fresh corn husks. The husks prevent the contents from burning and add flavour to the steamy juices. This recipe makes one individual package that makes a full me...
A New Website For The Home Cook
News Canada
(NC)—Ontario Pork's web site "www.porkpeople.com" tells you everything you ever wanted to know about pork, and it's about to get bigger and better.
"This popular and much visited site has been given a new look, with more advice and information", says Bruce T...
