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You won't be running out of popcorn at the movie theatre. If you get a large popcorn and drink at Cineplex, you're now entitled to a free refill on both. You don't have to be a member, it applies to t...

A national organization that represents eateries across the country is welcoming a move by the federal government that could bring thousands more into restaurant seats. Ottawa plans to remove GST from...

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Pete Hoekstra as the next U.S. ambassador to Canada. Hoekstra, a former Michigan congressman and ambassador to the Netherlands, thanked Trump for the op...

The federal government's newly announced affordability measures, including a two-month GST holiday on select goods and a $250 cheque for Canadians earning under $150,000, have sparked strong reactions...

You will soon get a break at the check-out and the bill at your favourite restaurant. The federal government is moving to lift the tax on things like groceries, snacks, and kids clothing and add $250 ...

Two Canadian potato companies have been named in a pair of lawsuits stateside. McCain Foods and Cavendish Farms are among four companies named in the suits. The so-called "potato cartel" is accused of...

The Trudeau government is expected to announce a significant affordability package on Thursday, including temporary GST relief on items like children's clothing and pre-prepared meals, according to th...

Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault has stepped away from his cabinet duties. The prime minister's office says he'll focus on clearing the allegations made against him. Media reports say Boissonnau...

Prominent Canadian artist Tom Forrestall has passed away. Based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, he died Friday after a brief illness. He was 88. Forrestall studied under Alex Colville. In the 1960s he won ...

An alarm will sound on your radio, TV and compatible wireless devices on Wednesday. But do not be alarmed - there is a good chance it is only a test. Public safety authorities will conduct a test of C...