Canada economy flat in August amid high rates and weak goods
Statistics Canada reports August GDP held flat as services rose while goods sectors fell, with September preliminary growth at 0.3 percent. Manufacturing led declines aided by low orders and rail shutdowns. analysts see mixed signals for later momentum and potential Bank of Canada rate moves ahead of December 11 decision.
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Gear Up For Outdoors Launches 18th Spread the Warmth Drive
Gear Up For Outdoors seeks 18th annual coat drive with 300 partners across sectors to support Shelter House Grace Place and Precious Bundles. Jon Wynn notes 720 jackets and sleeping bags in one month since Oct 1 start, 30 percent above last year’s first month, with 20 500 plus items donated over 17 campaigns. The program collects jackets parkas fleece sweaters snow pants snowsuits and sleeping bags at 894 Alley Place and relies on community groups churches and First Nations in North of Superior Health care Group facilities.
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Ontario unveils new electricity rates today
The Ontario Energy Board sets new rates with a 6.2 percent average increase and a drop in the Ontario Electricity Rebate from 19.3 percent to 13.1 percent. Regulated Price Plan customers, including households and small businesses, will see about a one dollar rise on their hydro bill.
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