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March marks 39th consecutive month of sales growth for Hyundai Canada

MARKHAM, ON, - Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. announced today record March sales of 12,605 units, an 8.0% increase relative to the same month last year. With this most recent result, the company now stands at 39 consecutive months of year-over-year sales growth. With a cumulative total of 29,331 units at the end of the first quarter, Hyundai's year-to-date sales have grown by 8.4% over the corresponding period in 2011.

Majority of Ontarians Support OLG Slots at Racetracks Program and Horse Racing Jobs

During a legislative debate on March 27, 2007, Liberal MPP Vic Dhillon rose in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario and said:

"Our government understands the horse racing industry and the vital role it plays in Ontario. It's a $2-billion industry which is generating 65,000 jobs. Horse racing is an important part of our agricultural sector. The industry supports significant employment and economic benefits to our province." The MPP for Brampton West continued by assuring the Legislature "The McGuinty government will continue to work with the ORC and all industry stakeholders to ensure continued strength, growth and long-term prosperity of the horse racing industry in Ontario."

New models and hybrids power Toyota Canada Inc.‘s sales in March 2012

TORONTO, - Toyota Canada Inc. sales were powered by fuel efficient hybrids and robust passenger car sales in March to cap a strong quarter for all three brands.

Luscious Lemon Desserts for Easter

Leave the kids to their chocolate bunnies while you enjoy a sweet-and-tart finale to Easter's meal: favorites like lemon ice box cake, lemon bars, and, of course, lemon meringue pie. Plus, you'll find a step-by-step video on how to perfect the pie's luxurious filling and billowy topping. Lemon Meringue Pie Lemon Bar Cheesecake Lemon Pots de Crème

Employees Fired for Being “Too Religious” Receive Settlement Payment

Atlanta, GA - Hallmark Management Company has settled with Daniel and Sharon Dixon, after firing and evicting them from a property management position for having a piece of artwork hanging in their office that contained a Scripture reference. Liberty Counsel successfully represented the Dixons in the case of Dixon v. Hallmark Companies and will be awarded $76,250.

The “Supreme” Consequence

Department of Justice Drops Appeal and Pays Pro-life Sidewalk Counselor

Washington, DC – The Department of Justice (DOJ) has dropped its appeal in Holder v. Pine against pro-life sidewalk counselor Mary “Susan” Pine, who is represented by Liberty Counsel. The DOJ has agreed to pay $120,000 for this improper lawsuit. The DOJ had unsuccessfully sought thousands of dollars in fines against Susan Pine, as well as a permanent injunction banning her from counseling women on the public sidewalk outside the Presidential Women’s Center (“PWC”) abortion clinic.

Ministry of Finance Officials Dispute Dwight Duncan’s Job Numbers

Toronto, ON - Finance Minister Dwight Duncan continues to downplay the significance of the horse racing and breeding industry in Ontario, along with the number of jobs that would be impacted by ending the Slots at Racetracks Program.

Subaru Canada introduces new 500,000-km maintenance schedule

MISSISSAUGA, ON, - Subaru Canada, Inc. is pleased to announce the introduction of a brand new 500,000-kilometre maintenance schedule for Subaru owners. According to Subaru's Canadian sales data and R.L. Polk Canadian registration data, 95.4 percent of Subaru vehicles sold in Canada over the last 10 years are still on the road today. With these statistics in mind, Subaru Canada developed an extended maintenance schedule reflective of the needs of older vehicles.

Get Hopping on Easter

Easter is right around the corner, so plan a meal that's truly special. View the slideshow for inspiration and visit our Easter Dinner Guide for more hams, lambs, spring sides and just-right desserts. While you're there, build your brunch or dinner menu and watch videos to brush up on your carving skills. Rosemary-Garlic Leg of Lamb Ham with Maple-Tea-Cardamom Glaze Carrot, Fingerling Potato & Pea Ragoût

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U of T-led Research Team Discovers New Quantum Encryption Method to Foil Hackers

TORONTO, A research team led by University of Toronto Professor Hoi-Kwong Lo has found a new quantum encryption method to foil even the most sophisticated hackers. The discovery is outlined in the latest issue of Physical Review Letters.

Help us give our troops a happy Easter

MAF is working hard to send thousands of care packages to the troops for Easter, but we NEED YOUR HELP! With only 9 days until Easter Sunday, we have hundreds of packages READY TO SHIP but we need sponsors to get them out the door!

Canadian Duty Free Industry Applauds Government Decision to Increase Canadian Duty Free Allowances

OTTAWA, The Frontier Duty Free Association -- which represents Canada's land border duty free industry -- applauds the Government of Canada's decision to harmonize Canada's duty free purchase allowances to United States levels.

Wireless Temperature Control Mattresses/Pads - ChiliTechnology

(Mooresville, North Carolina) Whether it is trying to keep warm on a chilly night or trying to beat the summer heat, temperature control in the bed can make all the difference between restful sleep and insomnia each night. Now a new product line from a company called ChiliTechnology is solving those problems with their wireless thermostat control mattresses and mattress cover pads. The ChiliPad˙ and ChiliBed˙ use an innovative water circulation system to regulate the temperature of the sleeping surface in either single or dual zones. The control unit heats or cools regular water to a set temperature and circulates it through the pad or mattress, generally achieving temperatures between 55° and 110°F on the bed surface. The dual zone ChiliPad and ChiliBed have independent controls, allowing couples to easily set and adjust individual sleep temperatures with a wireless remote control. This safe, simple system balances temperatures at a desired level throughout the night. The entire Chili Technology product line offers pain relief for those suffering from menopause, night sweats, aching muscles, injuries, arthritis, osteoporosis and other health conditions.

Don’t Let Summer Blemish Your Skin

With Victoria Day marking the beginning of the summer season, there is lots of fun to be had from cookouts to pool parties! But as temperatures rise, changing weather can lead to blemishes and breakouts. Thankfully the TRIA Skin Perfecting Blue Light is here to help your complexion beat the heat! Licensed by Health Canada, the TRIA Skin Perfecting Blue Light is a revolutionary hand-held acne device that brings the same therapeutic power of the blue light used by dermatologists into your own home. The TRIA Blue Light is so effective (70% acne reduction in just two weeks!) because it eliminates the bacteria that causes acne and can be used on all skin types. Using the device twice a day for 2 and a half minutes is as easy as brushing your teeth!

Cheaters Beware: The PocketHound is on the Prowl

New York, NY, – Security expert and Berkeley Varitronics Systems (BVS) CEO Scott Schober wants kids to do well in school - and that means not taking the easy way out and cheating to make good grades. Mounting technological breakthroughs and the ease with which young people adapt to its use were part of the inspiration that led to the PocketHound, an unobtrusive hand-held device for detecting unauthorized cell phone use in the classroom.

Rx&D Encouraged By Federal Government’s Innovation Agenda

OTTAWA, - The following is a statement by Russell Williams, President of Canada's Research-based Pharmaceutical Companies (Rx&D) on Budget 2012 tabled today by Finance Minister Jim Flaherty.

Merit Canada Offers Support For Federal Budget 2012

OTTAWA, - Merit Canada, the voice of Canada's open shop construction associations, today expressed its support for key measures and initiatives contained in the federal government's 2012 budget. Terrance Oakey, President of Merit Canada, says he is encouraged that the Conservatives are continuing to focus on creating jobs, maintaining a healthy economy and reducing red tape.

Federal budget regulatory plan supports responsible energy development

CALGARY, - The federal government's plan to improve Canada's regulatory process for natural resource projects will generate more jobs and a stronger Canadian economy while ensuring continued environmental performance, Canada's upstream oil and natural gas producers said today.