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November 24, 2006 Centretown Staff

EI tax cut not deep enough, say workers, owners

As the accumulated surplus of employment insurance (EI) funds grows to $53 billion next year, Ottawa’s business owners – as well as their employees – will see less tax taken off their pay stubs and balance sheets. But for many of them, the cut will not be enough to make a difference.

November 24, 2006 Centretown Staff

Viewpoint—Coffee prices perking up the ingenuity of consumers

It’s been called black gold. It’s addictive. And it’s sold at almost every street corner in Canada. It’s coffee, the beverage of night hawks and early risers everywhere. Whether it’s an executive trying to wake up before the workday, or a student up late cramming for an exam, Canadians love their coffee.

November 10, 2006 Centretown Staff

Residents angry over store closure on Booth Street

A Booth Street grocery store, which serves a culturally diverse community that also includes many seniors and low-income families, is scheduled to close later this month.

November 10, 2006 Centretown Staff

Elgin Street bars try to keep out the ‘rowdies’

A group of Elgin Street bars and restaurants are partnering with the Ottawa police to permanently evict troublemakers from participating establishments, says Brian Karam, president of the Elgin Area Business Association.