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An RBC economist says high levels of immigration are helping blunt the economic impact of Canada's aging population even though it's causing concerns about housing affordability and other challenges. RBC economist Carrie Freestone says fewer immigrants could have economic impacts as Canadians age and retire gradually. She says even as older people retire and stop contributing to the economy, they will still be consuming.
The university wants to end the encampment that was set up on May 2 and is asking the courts to authorize police action to remove protesters who refuse orders to leave. The school says the encampment prevents others from accessing and enjoying school property, poses health and safety risks and has prompted numerous reports of harassment, hateful speech and violence -- claims denied by protest organizers.
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Survey suggests fewer Canadians marking Mother's Day, but Ottawa businesses are busyA recent survey suggests fewer Canadians are planning to celebrate Mother's Day this year, but Ottawa businesses like florists and restaurateurs are still preparing for a busy weekend.
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Canadians filed fewer complaints over language rights in last yearRaymond Théberge says it's too early to say whether Canada witnessing a downward trend in complaints about violations of the Official Languages Act.
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Britons Buying Fewer Off-Plan Houses as Mortgage Pressure MountsHigher interest rates have caused off-plan home sales to tumble in the UK, prompting the nation’s housebuilders to scale back development.
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Thai Senate Race Attracts Fewer Applicants Than AnticipatedMore than 48,000 hopefuls have submitted applications for Thailand’s upcoming Senate race, a number that the country’s election body says falls below expectations.
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Fewer accidental 9-1-1 calls to Ottawa police in first 3 months of 2024Ottawa police received fewer accidental 9-1-1 calls in the first three months of the year following an update to the automatic SOS function in Android devices, according to a new report.
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B.C. Ferries says it's taking steps to ensure fewer sailing cancellations this summerThe company says its vessel refit program will be completed earlier than usual, and nearly 350 sailings will be added on the busiest routes starting part-way through June
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