Market dynamics and public policies shape prices, wages and jobs. In both brief instances, wage growth started rising, only to be halted by a global economic disruption. It’s true wage growth eclipsed inflation in 1974-75 and 1979-1981, coincident with the inflationary hits of the oil-price shocks. Wages, prices and unemployment are at the heart of how we navigate our futures. The next chapter of this story of inflation and wage growth could be the gift we give each other in 2023.

A leading advocacy organization for LGBTQ refugees is partnering with the federal government to resettle hundreds of Afghan refugees fleeing persecution because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. LGBTQ persecution under Taliban ruleIn a report released this week, Rainbow Railroad detailed accounts from LGBTQ and intersex Afghans who had sought the organization's help from within Afghanistan. The risks for LGBTQ Afghans is not alleviated by fleeing to neighbouring countries. But Powell said having a referring organization with the expertise in assisting LGBTQ refugees, such as Rainbow Railroad, is "crucially needed" in order to help a highly vulnerable group such as LGBTQ and intersex Afghans. While she applauds the partnership with Rainbow Railroad, she said the federal government must expedite the resettlement process for " individuals who are being persecuted [and] whose lives are at risk."

Hanukkah in Windsor | CBC.ca,It is a priority for the CBC to create a website that is accessible to all Canadians, including those with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. Closed captioning and narrated video are available for many CBC shows.

Canada’s chief public health officer says COVID-19 is still circulating at a “relatively high level” and other strains of influenza may surge in the new year. At the same time, governments need to invest in preparing for and preventing future epidemics, Dr. Theresa Tam says. “(The COVID-19 pandemic) is one of the most teachable moments, I think, in our collective lifetimes,” she said. Public health has been “underappreciated and I think underinvested,” Tam said. “Thinking about preparedness in a different way in reducing health inequities will get us (into) a better place for the next pandemic,” Tam said.

I am devastated that my husband kicked me out to help pay his mortgage. ,Dear Deirdre: I expected my husband to be angry when I suggested becoming an escort – instead he is now my pimp. My husband is 43 years old and has been good to me so far. However, when we couldn’t raise enough money to pay off our mortgage, I mentioned it to my husband. Your husband may just be braving the situation, while you feel bad that you are resorting to escort work.

Leading the charge was the finale of the Mixed Doubles Super Series, created by Ontarians Wayne Tuck and Jay Allen and announced back in late July. The new series of five Canadian mixed doubles tournaments started in Ottawa (late September), Saskatoon, Sask. “With mixed doubles being so popular at the Olympics, Wayne felt that Canada needed a tour for the athletes to compete against the best of the best. Just down the road, the St. Thomas Mixed Doubles Classic took place with 22 pairings doing battle. But on second thought … can we see any benefits of crowded mixed doubles weekends?

As the cold weather continues, it's asking consumers to reduce their electricity use or face the possibility of rolling brownouts. Cold weather constraintsThe cold weather has a significant impact on operations at Calgary's airport, Miles says. WestJet said while the ongoing extreme weather is proving challenging, and the company is trying to stabilize operations while keeping crews safe. Some ski hills also remain closed due to extreme cold. "It is unusual, but, you know what, we have extreme cold happen, usually a short duration, each winter," he said.

to River Run Centre on Sunday, January 22 at 7 p.m. Does This Taste Funny? Tickets to see Ali Hassan – Does This Taste Funny? Tickets can be purchased by calling 519-763-3000, in person at the River Run Centre box office at 35 Woolwich Street in Guelph, or online by clicking here. FOR INFORMATIONKasia Rusiniak | Program Manager, Development and MarketingRiver Run Centre | City of Guelph519-837-5662 ext.

Ukrainian soldier sips coffee amid firefightDuration: 00:53This clip shows a Ukrainian soldier sipping his morning coffee before laying down suppressing fire. The sounds of battle can be heard booming in the clip as the soldier then puts down his rifle and returns to drinking his coffee. The footage was recorded in Dnipro on 21st of December 2022.

Trudeau signals shift away from humanitarian aid toward financing infrastructureOTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is signalling a shift away from humanitarian aid toward funding infrastructure projects in developing countries. Canada's humanitarian aid sector is closely watching next spring's budget, to see how the Liberals interpret their own commitment to keep raising humanitarian spending each year. He said the West heard a wake-up call following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, when countries like Canada asked developing countries to isolate Russia. Heather McPherson, the NDP's international development critic, said any shift away from foreign aid toward financing private-sector infrastructure projects will likely benefit Canadian corporations more than people facing the brunt of humanitarian crises. He argued girls in developing countries need to have schools they can attend.

The Bob Elliott Media Recognition Award is named after Bob Elliott, a former winner (2012) of the BBWAA Career Excellence Award, the highest award given by the Baseball Writers' Association of America (BBWAA), presented annually by the National Baseball Hall of Fame. The Kingston, Ontario native’s Canadian Baseball Network website has been a go-to source for information for years from Canadian baseball sandlots all the way to the big leagues. When a Canadian reaches the majors, chances are the Canadian baseball community read about them years earlier via Elliott and the Canadian Baseball Network. The passion and knowledge for Canadian baseball, its vast history, the players, the games, and the ability to share these incredible stories are what makes this person an asset to the Canadian baseball community. Bob Elliott Media Recognition Award recipients:2020-Mike Wilner2021-Alexis Brudnicki2022-Kevin Glew

NHL DFS Values Plays (12/22/22): Patrice Bergeron, Tristan Jarry & MoreAlthough there are eight games including the daytime Leafs and Flyers game, we will be sifting through my favorite DFS values on the DraftKings seven-game main slate which begins at 7 PM EST. Check out our brand new NHL DFS Optimizer and export up to 150 lineups to your DFS Site of choice! Best NHL DFS Values On DraftKingsI always say that every slate is different, and the context matters in DFS. While he was second line, second power play last time out, I encourage checking if Seattle has a morning skate and what his role will be to confirm a decision on playing him, although I think even at second line, second power play this is a very fair price to pay for him. If you cannot get to him, I do not mind confirming Schultz will man the top power play at $3.4k.

The dog’s food and the jacket were from Parachutes for Pets, a charity that provides subsidized pet care, including food hampers and medical treatment, to low-income Calgarians. Melissa David, who founded the charity, says the demand is ballooning as the cost of living skyrockets. During COVID, at times, it was high and I said: ‘Let’s just get through COVID,’” she said in an interview. “I’ve done three cases in the past 10 days where seniors are living in their cars because they can’t afford their medication and their food on top of their pet food. Pet food has almost doubled.”Parachutes for Pets has become a full-time obsession for David, who also works as an RCMP analyst.

photo: Chris Tanouye / HHOF-IIHF Images Defenceman Lukas Cormier, who won gold at the 2022 World Juniors in Edmonton, is just one of New Brunswick's many hockey success stories. However, having a smaller talent pool hasn’t stopped New Brunswick from leaving its mark on hockey history. Tragically, the most successful World Junior player ever from New Brunswick is no longer with us. Other New Brunswick-born World Junior gold medalists include former NHL forwards Scott Pellerin (1990) and Patrice Cormier (2009) and defenceman Lukas Cormier (2022), a Vegas Golden Knights prospect. Patrice Cormier, who also got a silver medal in 2010, is not related to his younger namesake.

There are three prongs within the normal gamut of economic sanctions — trade restrictions, financial restrictions and travel restrictions, Martin explained. WATCH | Canada imposes sanctions on Iran:Who has Canada sanctioned and why? "The irony is, sanctions themselves cause human rights harm" - Craig Martin, professor at Washburn University"The historical record is not that encouraging, to be honest," she said. "The reason we impose sanctions is because countries are violating human rights," said Martin. "But the irony is, sanctions themselves cause human rights harm... and potentially are in violation of human rights."