Sears CEO, Lou D’Ambrosio has announced that the company will be closing 100-120 Sears and Kmart brand stores across the U.S., following a 2011 holiday season that failed to meet the chain’s sales goals. The chain includes 2,200 full time stores from which the closures will come. The company cited poor sales in consumer electronics and apparel, as well as a poor economic climate as reasons for... 

College students in Ontario are in for some good news. Tuition rebates are going out to more than 310, 000 students in Ontario this January. The tuition give back amounts to approximately 30 percent of their tuition for most students. College and Universities Minister Glenn Murray stated that students should receive the money in time to pay on their second college installment fees. Those students who... 

Topless restaurant Montreal For the past 11 years, Les Princesses d’Hochelaga has been serving delicious meals to very, very happy customers. Les Princesses d’Hochelaga is a topless restaurant in Montreal, Canada. They serve food in nothing but shoes and a see – through skirt. Or should I say “They were serving food in nothing but shoes and a see – through skirt.”. The... 

Sears to Close Stores After Holiday Sales Slump Sears CEO, Lou D’Ambrosio has announced that the company will be closing 100-120 Sears and Kmart brand stores following a 2011 holiday season that failed to meet the chain’s sales goals. The chain includes 2,200 full time stores from which the closures will come. The company cited poor sales in consumer electronics and apparel, as well as... 

For everyone who didn’t get the holiday gift they wanted or for those who simply love to get a good deal, Canada Boxing Week sales are here. From a sales blowout at Wal-Mart to a suit sale at Tom’s Place, everyone can find something at a bargain. Some department stores, such as Sears, are holding large boxing week sale in every department. For the ladies, items such as lingerie, handbags... 

Authorities say that a 71-year old Canadian man drove approximately 225 miles with 75-year-old wife, who died during the drive Sunday. Police in British Columbia report that the man was confused about what to do and didn’t know if he should continue driving or not. The man was on vacation in Oregon with his wife when she began suffering from an undisclosed medical condition. The two were on... 

Ex Albert MP Rahim Jaffer ‘broke lobbying rules’ Former Albert MP, Rahim Jaffer was found to have broken the lobbying rules, when he, along with his associate Patrick Glemaud, tried to obtain more than $175 million in government funds for their company, according to a report from Canada’s lobbying commision They failed to register as lobbyists, back in 2009, when they tried to obtain... 

By Sean Hutch Penguins Buddy and Pedro Have Found New Love In a twist to the story of penguin friends, Buddy and Pedro, Buddy has mated with a female. The two friends, who live at the Toronto Zoo, are endangered African penguins who were separated to encourage them to mate and produce offspring. While Buddy has been successful, Pedro is still trying. The penguins became an internet sensation when... 

By Sean Hutch Bell and Rogers Make a Deal Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE) have agreed to sell 75 per cent ownership to Bell Canada and Rogers Communication for a reported $1.32 billion. The two companies will each own 37.5 per cent equity interest. MLSE own the Toronto Marlies, Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, and the Toronto FC. They are reported to be the largest entertainment and... 

By Sean Hutch Graham James, who appeared by video Wednesday from Montreal at the hearing held at the courthouse in Winnipeg, pleaded guilty to charges of sexual assault against him. Nine new charges of sexual assault were laid in October 2010 by the crown against former junior hockey coach Graham James. Three victims were named in the indictments, including former NHL player, Theo Fleury. The identity...