Christmas reflections and a call to compassion
A Christmas column discusses the meaning of the holiday across Christian traditions, notes the varied calendars, and recalls wartime truces and acts of faith. It invites readers to toast those who cannot celebrate and to pray for global hope amid conflict and hardship.
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Christmas party trends in Canada and family gatherings
Canadians embrace the holiday season with high attendance at office and family events. A Leger Marketing study finds 91 percent attend at least one party, 92 percent on the Prairies, and many balance work and family plans amid mixed feelings about in-law dynamics.
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Canadians Embrace Christmas Cheer Across Provinces
A survey shows 63 percent of Canadians prefer Christmas with 70 percent of Prairie residents calling it a favourite. Prairies rate higher than national average for attending two family gatherings and Albertans enjoy office parties more. Canadians plan to spend about 575 dollars on gifts, with 11 gifts typical per person.
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