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Here’s what Airbnb is afraid of before going public

Sometime this month, Airbnb will go public. Despite uncertainly about the company’s immediate prospects given worldwide travel restrictions, the founders will launch an initial public offering (IPO) to raise around $4 million USD. Part of that process means filing a “risk register” with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Canada expects to be ready for COVID-19 vaccine by Christmas

Canadians can brace for a Christmas miracle. The federal government announced today the country will be COVID-19 vaccine-ready before December 25th. Work is already underway to have the logistics and infrastructure in place to roll out four COVID-19 vaccines. “We’re not going to wait until the end of December …

Which inspiring Canadian should be the face of the new $5 banknote?

For nearly 50 years, Sir Wilfrid Laurier’s bust has adorned Canada’s $5 bill. His likeness will be replaced in the coming years. The big question, of course, is who should replace him. As per recent custom, the Bank of Canada called on public opinion. Nominees have to meet three basic

Calgary bar facing human rights complaint for rejecting mask-refuser

A woman who was denied entry to a dive bar in downtown Calgary after refusing to wear a mask has filed a human rights complaint. Andrew Brassard, the co-owner of Broken City Social Club, said he was notified of the complaint on November 6th. The alleged infraction happened in October.

Scotland is the first country in the world to offer free period products

In a move that we will all look back on one day and wonder how it took so long, Scotland became the first country to provide free period products. That means women can pick up tampons and sanitary pads at designated public places. They include community centres, youth clubs and