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Let’s Start Building Today!

When COVID-19 has passed and life resumes to normal, the Canadian economy is unlikely to grow without further stimulus. At that point, the federal government may resort to typical stimulus tactics during recessions of infrastructure funding. I believe this is Canada’s big opportunity to build large infrastructure projects such as pipelines and public transit, but it should also be bold and fund the construction of new hospitals and schools. (more…)

Today is celebrated the World Portuguese Language Day

Commemoration encompasses a set of more than 150 activities in 44 countries

World Portuguese Language Day is celebrated for the second time. Image: UNESCO

The celebrations of World Portuguese Language Day this Wednesday are being coordinated by Camões – Institute for Cooperation and Language, and cover the geographic dimensions, research, translation, connection to other arts and mobilization of populations in a group more than 150 activities in 44 countries.

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Get Ready: Mental Health Week starts today

Photo: CMHA-MHW2021-SMShareable-Instagram

2021 edition marks the 70th year of the campaign promoted by CMHA

In times of extreme anxiety and isolation, largely due to a Covid-19 pandemic that seems to have no end, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) wants each of us to be aware that “good mental health does not mean feeling happy all the time”. (more…)