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Electric vehicle rebates paused as federal program runs out of money

Electric vehicle rebates paused as federal program runs out of money

The federal government has paused an incentive program that offered Canadians rebates of up to $5,000 when buying or leasing electric vehicles
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Ricki's and Cleo to close stores while Frank and Oak seeks creditor protection

Ricki's and Cleo to close stores while Frank and Oak seeks creditor protection

The new year is off to a rough start for Canada's retail industry, including the closing of a popular Oakville clothing store
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After nearby fire, local sporting goods store finds a fun way to help customers for the holidays

After nearby fire, local sporting goods store finds a fun way to help customers for the holidays

A local sports store has come up with a creative solution to help customers this holiday season
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Business leader from Oakville awarded the Order of Canada

Business leader from Oakville awarded the Order of Canada

Rola Dagher, Oakville resident and newest member of Order of Canada for her contributions to the technology sector, sits with Oakville News in a special interview about her life's work
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Not all retailers applying tax holiday to children’s toys: Mystery shopper

Not all retailers applying tax holiday to children’s toys: Mystery shopper

A local reporter visited toy stores this week, going to check whether stores were actually giving the tax breaks as promised - or not
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Shakers, Syrups, Spirits and Sons: the story of Oakville’s first cocktail lounge

Shakers, Syrups, Spirits and Sons: the story of Oakville’s first cocktail lounge

Goldwyn & Sons, Oakville's only lounge devoted to mixology and cocktails, is a sleek spot that offers a unique experience in one of Bronte's undiscovered gems
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‘Predatory towing has to stop’: Oakville councillors approve new bylaw despite objections from some business owners

‘Predatory towing has to stop’: Oakville councillors approve new bylaw despite objections from some business owners

New towing rules will regulate how and when vehicles can be removed from private and municipal lots, beginning on Feb. 28, 2025
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BoC delivers jumbo interest rate cut, signals slower pace of cuts moving forward

BoC delivers jumbo interest rate cut, signals slower pace of cuts moving forward

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada lowered its key interest rate by half a percentage point on Wednesday but signalled a slower pace of rate cuts moving forward.
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End of line for Cougar Shoes, leaving employees let down, no severance

End of line for Cougar Shoes, leaving employees let down, no severance

Employees emotional after giving the company so much over the years
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Huge restaurant wholesale store opens new Halton location

Huge restaurant wholesale store opens new Halton location

Location stocks 5,000 SKUs across all of A1 Cash and  Carry’s product categories
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