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Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day in Judaism. It occurs every year on the 10th day of Tishrei, the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar. Tishrei refers to new beginnings. This year, Yom Kippur begins before sunset on October 4th and ends after nightfall on October 5th.  According to tradition, it is on

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Healthy meals for back-to-school

Consuming a range of wholesome foods from each of the five food groups is the key to good nutrition. Eating foods from each of the following dietary groups will help your body get all the vitamins and nutrients it needs to function. Dairy or a dairy substitute: These foods are great providers of calcium, which is necessary for strong, healthy bones. Fruit: Fruits are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, dietary fibre, and phytonutrients,

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NEW STUDY!


How do tenants in Toronto’s St. James Town deal with household waste?

How do they experience waste management in their buildings? And what about landlords? Are they helping residents to sort and reduce waste?

Can the situation be improved? For answers, see the new study by University of Guelph and The Corner, called Bringing Down The Trash