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Fisheries and Oceans Canada: Recover Capelin and Northern Cod by Pausing the Commercial Capelin Fishery

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
DFO, NAFO, Health, First Nations, Culture, Whale, Indigenous peoples, Science, Federation, Oceanography, LRP, Abacus Data, History, Capelin, News, Food, Fishery, Plastic, Water, Ecosystem, Biomass, Whaling

They are also important for local food consumption and culture including the annual capelin roll spectacle.”

Key Points: 
  • They are also important for local food consumption and culture including the annual capelin roll spectacle.”
    Connection to Cod: The economic viability of a future cod fishery depends on recovering capelin as a source of food.
  • In DFO’s recent northern cod science assessment, the availability of capelin was identified as the single biggest factor impeding its recovery.
  • Northern cod and capelin populations have stabilized at low levels since 2017, meaning that more capelin is needed for cod to grow.
  • By restoring Canada’s oceans, we can strengthen our communities, reap greater economic and nutritional benefits and protect our future.

84 Million Wings Expected to Fly off Plates on Super Bowl Sunday

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Abacus Data, Hand, Health, Poultry, Super Bowl, Farmer, Poultry farming

Ottawa, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 7, 2024) - With an overwhelming feeling of team pride and a go-to Super Bowl snack like chicken wings in hand, Canadians everywhere will be gathered around screens this Sunday.

Key Points: 
  • Ottawa, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 7, 2024) - With an overwhelming feeling of team pride and a go-to Super Bowl snack like chicken wings in hand, Canadians everywhere will be gathered around screens this Sunday.
  • Once again this year, Canadian chicken farmers ensured that there will be an ample wing supply for Super Bowl Sunday-84 million wings, to be exact!
  • As Canada's number one meat protein, chicken, particularly wings, drumsticks, and buffalo chicken dips, will dominate Super Bowl menus.
  • "Whether prepared in your kitchen or delivered from a local eatery, wings are the go-to for the big game," emphasized Tim Klompmaker, Chair of Chicken Farmers of Canada.

RXBAR® releases resistance bands loaded with rewards to help Canadians crush their fitness goals

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Monday, January 29, 2024
Chek, Abacus Data, Sport Chek, Apple Watch, Marketing, Health, Nightclub

motto and invites Canadians to put the "work" into "workout" by launching limited run resistance bands to help fuel their goals – and even reward them for it.

Key Points: 
  • motto and invites Canadians to put the "work" into "workout" by launching limited run resistance bands to help fuel their goals – and even reward them for it.
  • Today, RXBAR® protein bar is launching a two-part national giveaway to help Canadians conquer their fitness goals, centered around a limited run of resistance bands aptly named RXBands™.
  • To give away RXBands™ to fitness enthusiasts across the country, RXBAR® is partnering with three fitness personalities on Instagram.
  • After all, you get out what you put in, and no workout proves that better than resistance bands."

Housing affordability now a ‘Top Priority’ for over half of Ontarians

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
Quality of life, Government, House, Housing, Ontario Real Estate Association, MPP, Ford, Food, Abacus Data, Nursing

This represents a 16% increase since June 2021, indicating Ontarians are becoming increasingly concerned about housing affordability despite Government action.

Key Points: 
  • This represents a 16% increase since June 2021, indicating Ontarians are becoming increasingly concerned about housing affordability despite Government action.
  • “For most of Canadian history, it was a given that every generation had a better shot at homeownership than the last.
  • Homeownership fostered vibrant and stable communities and was foundational to a great quality of life,” said OREA CEO Tim Hudak.
  • However, more action can – and should – be taken to increase supply and improve housing affordability.

Canada’s best political affairs conference returns with OREA Power House Conference

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
Green Party, Politics, Ontario Real Estate Association, Policy, Former, House, Westin Harbour Castle Hotel, Conference, Abacus Data, Trust, Legislative Assembly of Ontario, OREA, Green Party of Ontario, Housing, NDP, Name, Legislation, Property management

TORONTO, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The best political affairs conference in Canada is returning with some of the biggest names in politics, real estate, and media.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The best political affairs conference in Canada is returning with some of the biggest names in politics, real estate, and media.
  • Boris Johnson, Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, will be headlining Power House discussing all things politics and housing policy with OREA CEO Tim Hudak.
  • “Power House is Canada’s best political affairs conference and this year is no exception,” said OREA CEO Tim Hudak.
  • For more information about Power House Conference, please contact:

National Consumer Survey: More Americans than Ever Are Buying Prescription Medication Online Despite a Lack of Awareness of the Dangers They Pose

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Online, Safety, Policy, Prevalence, Pharmacy, Internet, FDA, Abacus Data, Faegre Drinker, Education, Dietary supplement, Online shopping, Pharmaceutical industry, Distribution (marketing)

Driven by cost, convenience, and access issues, more Americans are buying prescription medication online than ever.

Key Points: 
  • Driven by cost, convenience, and access issues, more Americans are buying prescription medication online than ever.
  • 85% of Americans who have used an online pharmacy currently use an online pharmacy to fill one or more medications.
  • Most Americans who use online pharmacies make dangerous assumptions about the general safety, oversight, and compliance of the prescription medicine sellers they encounter online.
  • 44% of Americans falsely believe that online pharmacies do not need a prescription from a healthcare provider to dispense the medication for certain prescription medicines.

The Honest Talk joins forces with She, Her, Hers for real insights into women’s lives

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Abacus Data, Human, Woman, Hers, Parenting, Partnership, Research, Health, Life, Mobile phone, Entertainment, Honesty

As women navigate this period of unique challenges and heightened isolation, The Honest Talk strives to be a beacon of community and understanding.

Key Points: 
  • As women navigate this period of unique challenges and heightened isolation, The Honest Talk strives to be a beacon of community and understanding.
  • The Honest Talk, with the analytical prowess of She, Her, Hers, will become a hub for these genuine connections and authentic narratives.
  • “We’re here to serve every woman seeking a community that truly understands and reflects her life,” said Catherine Clark, co-founder of The Honest Talk.
  • Together with She, Her, Hers, The Honest Talk is not just sharing stories—we’re starting conversations and building a community where every woman’s voice is heard.

Student Loan Debt is a Major Barrier to Homeownership for Young Ontarians

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Ontario Real Estate Association, Employment, Housing, RAP, Impact, Abacus Data, Government of Ontario, Parent, Policy, Tax, Research, Government, Student, OSAP, OREA, Local government in Canada, Family, Nursing, Credit

Conducted by Abacus Data on behalf of OREA, The Impact of Student Loan Debt on Homeownership report found that Ontario graduates with debt greater than $5,000 agree that their student debt makes it harder to save up for a home.

Key Points: 
  • Conducted by Abacus Data on behalf of OREA, The Impact of Student Loan Debt on Homeownership report found that Ontario graduates with debt greater than $5,000 agree that their student debt makes it harder to save up for a home.
  • The report found that a large number of young adults find themselves postponing homeownership, with student debt cited as the primary reason for this delay.
  • Other life milestones being delayed as a result of student debt include moving out of the family home, getting married, and starting a family.
  • "Student debt is not merely a financial burden; it's the biggest barrier to the Canadian dream of homeownership for many young Ontarians and their families,” said OREA CEO Tim Hudak.

BRITISH COLUMBIA POSTS MASSIVE TOBACCO TAX DEFICIT DUE TO EXPLODING ILLEGAL TOBACCO MARKET

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Monday, September 11, 2023
Crime, Abacus Data, Tobacco industry, Intelligence, Certified Public Accountant, Research, Government, Imperial Tobacco Canada, Growth, Foreign policy, Heated tobacco product, Drug

MONTREAL, Sept. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - British Columbia has posted an unprecedented $229 million decline in tobacco tax revenue that reflects the unrelenting growth of the illicit tobacco market in the province.

Key Points: 
  • MONTREAL, Sept. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - British Columbia has posted an unprecedented $229 million decline in tobacco tax revenue that reflects the unrelenting growth of the illicit tobacco market in the province.
  • "The latest fiscal update is clear—British Columbia has a serious illegal tobacco problem, and it is time to take decisive action," said Eric Gagnon, Vice-President of External Affairs at Imperial Tobacco Canada (ITCAN).
  • Additionally, British Columbia saw the largest drop in tobacco tax revenues year-over year of any provinces since at least 2013.
  • "Illegal tobacco enforcement must be made a priority before the situations gets even more out of control."

Interest rates and inflation making retirement elusive; Workplace pensions needed more than ever

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
Housing, Abacus Data, Parent, Workplace, Health care, Pension, Research, Retirement, Ageing, Pension fund, Life insurance, Bank

The impact of inflation is clear: cost of daily living remains the top concern (70%), followed by income keeping up with inflation (66%).

Key Points: 
  • The impact of inflation is clear: cost of daily living remains the top concern (70%), followed by income keeping up with inflation (66%).
  • They are also very concerned about how higher interest rates impact their ability to save for retirement (86%) and reduce debt (83%).
  • “Declining access to workplace pensions as well as high housing costs have been taking a toll for years.
  • But more recently, high inflation and interest rates have been added to what may be a perfect storm for folks struggling to save.”
    At any age, Canadians know the solution.