Shilpashree Jagannathan

Ontario wine agents are accusing the Liquor Control Board of Ontario of "unfair policies" after California wines were pulled from LCBO shelves almost a month ago due to the ongoing trade dispute with the U.S., while grocery stores and retail giants like Costco and Loblaws are still allowed to sell the products.
Agents say they are also frustrated by the LCBO's lack of communication about existing inventory and shipments still in transit from orders placed before the ban.
On March 4, Ontario P...

As thousands gather in St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City on Saturday morning to bid farewell to Pope Francis, churches across Hamilton are holding masses and memorials to mark the passing of the spiritual leader whose papacy left a profound impression on local Catholics.
Social Sharing
As thousands gather in St. Peter's Square in Vatican City on Saturday morning to bid farewell to Pope Francis, churches across Hamilton are holding masses and memorials to mark the passing of the spiritual lea...

At 35, Hamilton resident Joe Struthers says he's one car repair away from crisis.
He eats toast for breakfast, skips lunch, and leans on leftovers for dinner to make it through the day.
In the same Stoney Creek neighbourhood as Struthers, Jessica Fawcett, an occupational therapist and a mother of two, says her family's financial future feels uncertain — squeezed by the lack of affordable daycare and the prospect of renewing her mortgage at a much higher interest rate next year.
Different live...

Stepping back from baking empowered my son to take charge in the kitchen and learn responsibility.
He's discovered a love of creating baked goods, and our family gets to enjoy them.
He's also become more self-sufficient, and it's a win for everyone.
When my 11-year-old announced his school's upcoming bake sale, I braced for a request I wasn't prepared for — baking. "You know I don't enjoy baking," I reminded him, expecting disappointment.
But instead of pushing back, he had a plan: "I don't n...

Three prominent Hamilton festivals — FrancoFEST, Because Beer, and Festitalia — are receiving loans worth $320,000 from the federal government to support their growth, attract more visitors and boost the local economy.
The funding for these festivals is being provided by the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) as part of its Tourism Growth Program. The funding was announced on March 7.
While the financial support will help expand the events, some of the f...

Ontario wine agents are accusing the Liquor Control Board of Ontario of "unfair policies" after California wines were pulled from LCBO shelves almost a month ago due to the ongoing trade dispute with the U.S., while grocery stores and retail giants like Costco and Loblaws are still allowed to sell the products.
Agents say they are also frustrated by the LCBO's lack of communication about existing inventory and shipments still in transit from orders placed before the ban.
On March 4, Ontario P...

CBC News Network’s Andrew Nichols speaks with Mayor of Hamilton Andrea Horwath

Brian Oates says he wants to provide some relief to stressed-out evacuees as they make their way through B.C., so he's providing a free place to stay for more than 600 people at his Valemount RV park.

News
Duration 7:45

Jasper evacuee and business owner Marc LeBlanc talks about his family's journey out of town

Indian whiskey distribution in Canada
Time stamp: 24.01

Manufacturers and distributers of Indian whiskey brands are having a hard time getting their booze into LCBO.

Ravindra Kumar finds great pleasure in sharing a glass of whisky with his friends at his bar when they visit his home in Brampton, Ont.
He has a fondness for all types of whisky, including those from his homeland of India.
However, he's frustrated by the limited availability of Indian whisky at his local Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) store.
"I have to co-ordinate with local distributors for Indian whiskies, aligning my purchases with their schedules," he said. "I can't simply stroll ...

Please check time stamp 16.09.

Join us on a journey to Vancouver with Shilpashree Jagannathan, who embarked on her first international solo trip from Mumbai in 2019, and discover how she seamlessly blended business and leisure into one unforgettable experience. This is the first of a three-part series for business travellers and those mixing business with personal travel.
In May 2019, I embarked on a solo journey to Vancouver, inspired by my mother-in-law, Jayashri Ramagopal, a seasoned sales professional with over two dec...