Monthly Archives: November 2008

Arkell purse worth $70 million annually

Imagine you're a provincial cabinet minister. Despite your usual optimism, you're in the dumps lately about the ill-fated auto and manufacturing sector. Car, truck and widget companies aren't exactly lined up at your door seeking permission to build new assembly … Continue reading

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Farming seen as bright light in dark days

A year ago, TD Canada Trust issued a report called Canadian Agriculture Begins a New Era. It was an optimistic forecast based significantly on the rise of crop prices, the demand for ethanol and growing markets such as organics, and … Continue reading

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More healthy-eating alternatives on tap at this year’s Royal

Junk food and fall fairs always seem to go hand in hand for me. I'm no zealot, but normally I'm fairly careful about what I eat. That said, I line up at fall fairs for things I'd never dream of … Continue reading

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