Category: Industry

More than half of all cars sold in Norway last year are electric

Norway achieved a world first in 2020 when it became the first country in which more than half of all cars sold were battery-powered. In 2019, battery electric vehicles (BEVs) comprised 42.4% of all new cars sold in the Nordic country. That number jumped to 54.3% last year. In December,

Canada’s upcoming plastic ban will contribute approximately nothing

Can you imagine your life without plastic straws, grocery bags, and cutlery? Well, you should be able to and you’re gonna have. Last week, Environment Minster Jonathan Wilkinson said six single-use plastic products that will be banned by the end of 2021. Among them are the aforementioned items, as well

Elon Musk wants to bring high-speed Internet to all Canadians

Canadians have long suffered under a telecom regime ruled by the Big Three. The result? Some of the highest wireless prices in the world and spotty internet access for around a quarter of the population in remote areas. That could soon change if all goes according to Elon Musk’s plan.

Doug Ford hints at re-opening cottage country for May 2-4

Monday’s Word of the Day in Ontario was “soon.” In his latest coronavirus press conference, Ontario premier Doug Ford said many parts of life in the province are “getting close” to re-opening. That includes retail (in limited capacity), parks, and cottages. Ford spoke of the promising numbers which give him