Notes from the heart of darkness

Article Abstract:

A woman tells of her family's ordeal during Canada's Great Ice Storm of 1998 which hid her neighborhood under a thick layer of ice. In spite of a power failure which lasted nearly a month, the family survived through free meals from shelters, support from neighbors and practicality.

Personal narratives, Natural disasters, Storms

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No more 10 till 3

Article Abstract:

'Virtual banking' allows customers to make transactions through the use of telephones, computers and ABMs 24 hours a day. Different banks offer services at varied rates. Thus, customers must first consider potential savings, costs and rates, and transactions that each bank offers.

Banking industry, Management, Innovations, Home banking, Home banking services

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Swap till you drop

Article Abstract:

A great number of Canadians have turned to old-fashioned trading to get what they want without paying a cent. The survey reveals that some of the barter system's biggest supporters and beneficiaries are women.

Methods, Analysis, Economic aspects, Commerce, Barter

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