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Refund programs not sufficient to thwart class actions: Court

It's not enough for businesses simply to establish voluntary refund programs to defeat consumer class action lawsuits against them.

By David Gambrill | August 26, 2024

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Scenic highway in Jasper National Park reopened as wildfire continues to be held

One of Canada's most scenic highways has reopened as the wildfire in Jasper National Park continues to be held.

By Jason Contant | August 23, 2024

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Ernesto’s near-miss a prelude to a deluge of named storms

Hurricane’s Ernesto’s brush past Newfoundland Monday is only a prelude to a deluge of named storms to come. Insurers can expect a cavalcade of hurricane threats in September — meteorologists are forecasting six to 10 named storms within the next month, Accuweather warns.   That would tie with or exceed the historical average of six […]

By Alyssa DiSabatino | August 23, 2024

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The sticker price to fix Canada’s worst municipal water pipes

It will be a daunting task to fund the $40-million worth of improvements required to handle the intensity of Canada's rain and water damage.

By David Gambrill | August 23, 2024

3 min read