Winnipeg Repair Café Offers Free Fixes for Residents
The Spence Neighbourhood Association in Winnipeg launches a free Repair Café, helping residents mend broken appliances and household items. A community initiative reducing waste.
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Readers urge time limits on café seats amid student study sessions
Montreal Gazette readers debate café seating etiquette as lengthy student study sessions crowd out casual patrons. One letter proposes time limits during peak hours to restore balance.
Regina couple slams WestJet's new 'unsafe' seating after flight
A Regina couple vows to boycott WestJet after a cramped flight from Mexico, citing severe safety concerns with the airline's new reduced-pitch seating configuration.
Grandmother estranged after grandson's secret wedding
A grandmother writes to Dear Abby after being excluded from her grandson's wedding and ignored after sending a gift. Get advice on family estrangement and grief.
WestJet execs tried tight seats before online backlash
Weeks before viral outrage, WestJet's CEO and executives personally experienced the controversial 28-inch pitch seats, acknowledging challenges for longer flights. Discover the details and the airline's response.
Airplane Boarding Etiquette: 7 Mistakes to Avoid
Air travel stress doesn't excuse rudeness. Etiquette experts reveal the most common boarding mistakes that create chaos at the gate and on the plane. Learn how to be a more considerate traveller.
Truro café offers sandbox play for customers
Digger's Café in Truro, Nova Scotia, invites patrons to sip coffee and play in a sandbox. Discover this unique concept blending a café with a playful, nostalgic experience.
Experts warn of endless tip creep and rising prices in Canada
Canadian consumers confront escalating tip prompts and higher prices, a trend experts call 'tip creep,' with no end to the financial pressure in sight. Learn what's driving the change.
Diabetic-Friendly Café Opens on Six Nations Territory
A new café on Six Nations of the Grand River offers a menu designed not to spike blood sugar. Discover this innovative dining option in Ohsweken.
Vancouver man fined $10K for illegal gambling role
A Vancouver man has been fined $10,000 for his involvement in illegal gambling at Big Shots Café in Burnaby, where police seized multiple slot machines. Read the full story.
WestJet seating changes called 'a new low' in viral video
A viral video has ignited passenger fury over WestJet's reconfigured seating, described as 'a new low' for legroom. Get the full story on the controversy and airline response.
Fredericton café owner sells business due to high costs
The owner of Chess Piece Pâtisserie in downtown Fredericton is selling her business, unable to keep pace with rising expenses. Learn the story behind the closure.
Saskatoon Cat Café Moves to Curb Vandalism Concerns
The Purrfect Cup Cat Café in downtown Saskatoon is moving locations due to ongoing vandalism, public drug use, and safety concerns. Owner Sydney Sylvester details the costly impact.
Winnipeg Café Vandalized with Hate Message
Habibiz Café in Winnipeg was targeted with a hateful message, occurring just two days after a local synagogue was vandalized. The community condemns the acts.
Why Boomers and Gen Z Clash on Phone Etiquette
From cold calls to unlocked screens, a generational rift defines phone use. Etiquette experts reveal why Boomers and digital natives can't agree on mobile manners. Read more.
West Island Dining Boom: Top Chefs Transform Montreal Suburbs
Discover how superstar chefs David McMillan, Derek Dammann, and Anthony Gentile are leading a culinary revolution in Montreal's West Island, with new hotspots drawing crowds and redefining suburban dining.
Calgary Barbershop Quartet Sings at Weekly Breakfast
A Calgary barbershop quartet brings decades of musical tradition to the Deerhead Cafe for a weekly breakfast. Discover how this local group keeps harmony alive.
Historic Manitoba Café Sells for Symbolic $1
The former M&M Café in Benito, Manitoba, has been sold for just one dollar. Discover the story behind this unique sale and what it means for the community's future.
Sudbury Saves Syrian Refugee Bakery After Attacks
The Sudbury community has raised funds to support the Damascus Cafe and Bakery, a downtown business started by a Syrian refugee family, following repeated vandalism and thefts. Read about this inspiring story of local solidarity.
Expert Advice: Handle Holiday Awkwardness with Humour
Etiquette expert Julie Blais Comeau shares strategies for managing festive faux pas. Learn how humour can defuse tension and make gatherings more enjoyable for everyone.
Ottawa cafe's Korean-inspired lattes skip the coffee
Sharpfle Waffle in Ottawa is redefining the latte with four new espresso-free beverages inspired by traditional Korean winter desserts and drinks. Discover these innovative, delicious creations.
Wife Objects to Husband Sharing Bed with Young Friend in Camper
A wife seeks advice after her husband repeatedly shares a bed in their camper with a 21-year-old female friend he views as a daughter. Dear Abby weighs in on the boundary dispute.
Dear Abby: Family's Bad Manners Leave Couple Feeling Unappreciated
A retired couple writes to Dear Abby, hurt by their large family's failure to acknowledge gifts. Abby advises a direct conversation about basic manners and appreciation.
Regina Repair Café helps residents fix broken items
Dozens of Regina residents brought broken household items to the local Repair Café on Saturday, promoting sustainability and community skill-sharing. See how this initiative fights waste.
Life of Pie Bakery in Ottawa Announces Permanent Closure
Life of Pie bakery and cafe on Bank Street in Old Ottawa South will shut its doors for good on December 28, 2025. The owners announced the sad news to the community.
Etiquette Experts Reveal 8 Rude Gift-Giving Habits
Mannersmith experts warn that mentioning cost or expecting a return gift can ruin a kind gesture. Learn the eight common faux pas to avoid for more thoughtful giving.
7 Habits That Reveal You're an American Tourist
From asking for ice to expecting free refills, travel experts reveal the dining behaviors that immediately identify American tourists abroad. Learn the cultural differences to blend in better.
Man arrested in India for Surrey café shootings
Delhi police arrest Bandhu Maan Singh Sekhon, accused of orchestrating three shootings at Surrey's Kap's Cafe. The suspect fled Canada after police crackdown on extortion rings targeting South Asian businesses.
How to Be the Perfect Holiday Party Guest
Canadian etiquette experts reveal what hosts really want from guests during holiday parties. Learn when to help, what gifts to avoid, and how to read host cues.
Avoid These 8 Rude Gift-Receiving Behaviours
Etiquette experts reveal common mistakes people make when receiving gifts and how to respond graciously. Learn how to show genuine appreciation and avoid awkward moments.
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