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Tour boats at Niagara Falls shows difference between U.S., Canadian approach to COVID-19

These Images of the boats from the US and Canada Niagara fall cruising past each has caused the discussion to swell on social media, with many suggesting the stark contrast in passengers is symbolic of the difference in the Canadian and American approaches to COVID-19.

At the famous waterfalls on the U.S.-Canadian border, Canadian ferries are limited to just six passengers per boat, out of a 700-person capacity. But on the U.S. side, the ferries are operating at 50 percent capacity, according to Maid of the Mist boat tours.

“We actually took a picture of the [American] boat,” said Julie Pronovost, visiting from Quebec with her family on Tuesday. “I don’t find that it’s very safe to be on a boat like that. It’s much better here.”

Tourists at the falls on Tuesday said they felt much safer with the six-person per boat limit.

“I’m glad I’m in Canada,” said Amanda Barnes of Brampton, Ont. “You can see why the pandemic is raging in the United States and not in Canada when you look at the difference between the boats.”

July 23, 2020
Top 10 Indian Restaurants in Brampton

Leaving one’s country behind to make a life can be quite a daunting task. While films, music, entertainment and fashion can stir up the nostalgia in the NRI desi hearts, one thing that adds to the pain of staying away from home is the dearth of Indian food. Thankfully, the desi community staying oversees has just the solution for it. By setting up n number of Indian restaurants, they’ve made the stay of die hard foodies much much easier. No matter what time of the day it is, or what kind of food you’re craving, whenever you need an escape from vilaayati-khana, these eateries are at your service! Whether you need a quick chai break, a place to take all of your lovely extended family for Sunday brunch, a place to impress your boss with the uniqueness of your culture, or just a romantic fine-dine experience with your sweet-heart, we’ve got you covered. Here are the ten best restaurants in Brampton:

1.BRAR’S GRAND:

A buffet favorite, this place offers lunch at $25 on weekends, which drops to $15 on weekdays. Some of the best dishes here are the Indian street food bhel puris, samosas and gol gappas, which will leave you wanting more. It’s an ultimate family favorite, and you can find a seat here on weekends with much difficulty. It’s a perfect example of east meets west in terms of décor and ambience, and is sure to strike a chord with anyone who visits.2. TANDOORI FLAME:

This place is synonymous with heaven for buffet enthusiasts. It offers 12 food stations, which serve any cuisine one can think of. The options are so many, a revisit is necessary to exhaust them all. The food is carefully prepared and is popular among families with kids who can’t tolerate very spicy preparation. This place s perfect for family dine outs.3. KWALITY SWEETS AND RESTAURANT:

One will be lucky to find a seat here; the place is so full all the time! No naan anywhere in Brampton can match the one served here; team it up with butter chicken, or another savory curry, and you have the meal which will water your mouth every time you think of it. Be sure to give the customer recommended masala chai a try. Also, make sure to take back some delicious sweets to soothe your sugar rush!4. INDIA’S TASTE:

This place is the house of flavorful curries and fluffy rotis. The staff is approachable, and the price is not too heavy on the pockets. The seating arrangements are comfortable and squeaky clean. For those looking for a warm, home-like and affordable place to go, this is just it!

5.DOSA PARADISE:

This place has every variety of dosa under the sun, and lives true to its name. Customer favorite family dosa, which is 4 feet long and is made to perfection, is a must have. Apart from this, the delicious vada-sambhar, mango lassi, and uttapams are a guaranteed crowd pleaser.6. FIRANGI:

While the name may be misleading, the place is as desi as it gets. With towering copper pillars, wooden furniture, and the perfect lighting, the ambiance of this place will surely rekindle the image of restaurants back home. The unique servings of food in tiffin boxes adds to the overall experience. All-time customer favorites are the rajasthani lao maas, malai kofta, and chicken curry; although there are ample options for vegetarians too.7. ANJAPPAR CHETTINAD:

An ode to the delicious south Indian food back home, this place is a delight to eat at. With a comfortable eating environment and friendly staff, this restaurant has easily made its place in the hearts of its customers. The weekend buffet at $ 10.99 is a steal. Serving steaming vadas, uttapams, idlis, and savory ramas and porottas, it is a much loved eating joint.8. MIRCH MASALA:

This restaurant surely lives up to its name; it is a spice-lover’s dream come true. Anyone who has been here even once will swear by the efficiency of the staff. Even though this place has attracted some criticism on the grounds of being on the pricey side, yet the food and ambiance is sure to make your dining experience great.

9. KING TANDOORI:

Hardcore Punjabis who often craves tandoori chicken at wee hours need not look any further. This place is tailor-made for them. While the interiors of the restaurant are kind of traditional and nothing too fancy, yet the food served here will make one forget everything around. One of the most celebrated and highly recommended dishes is the mint chicken, while all-time classics like daal makhni, paneer tikka, chhola bhatura and raita will surely make you shed a small nostalgic tear.10. BOMBAY PALACE:

If you’re looking for good and wholesome vegetarian food and an affordable buffet, this is just the place to go to. The food is fresh and flavorful, while prompt and efficient services will make the experience truly enjoyable. The cheerful ambiance is a sure shot mood lifter.

February 6, 2020
Almost 80-year-old ballet dancer finds way to live out her dream

Ballet dance movement always fascinate Fay Richardson At the age of 79 she is living out her childhood dream and being the oldest dancer at the Youth Ballet and Contemporary Dance of Saskatchewan, a Regina-based dance school.

She admits it that she isn’t as speedy compares to other dancers.She began dancing as an adult at the age of 45, enjoyed the motions of ballet and yes thoughts about quitting come but each time fellow students encouraged her ”

The encouragement from her fellow dancers fills Richardson with emotion.”It’s also special in the way that the others don’t say give up, or get out and let us show off at a better level. They bring me to their level, somehow.”

March 20, 2018
6 Things Which Makes Canada Famous

“All of these things make up Canada in many ways. We’re a nation of immigration and for the most part, I think we all value the strength that diversity has given us. We also have a massive land mass with very little population, which allows for a lot of wild nature and wildlife.

With this in mind, we’ve compiled a blog to some of the different things this magnificent country is famed for.

Nature, wildlife and beautiful landscapes

Canada is full of incredible outdoor wonders and is famed for its natural beauty. Its varied coastlines are one source of its enviable natural beauty. Canada is home to the world’s largest coastline (202,080 km long to be precise) stretching from the Pacific to the Atlantic.

Canada also has more lakes than all other countries in the world combined. It is therefore unsurprising that these lakes are world-famous and the likes of Lake Louise and Moraine Lake are some of the most photographed places on earth.

As our wildlife in Canada article explains, the country is home to a number of spectacular animals. So if you’ve dreamt of seeing polar bears, grizzly bears and killer whales all in one holiday, then Canada is the place to visit.

Canada is famous for protecting its natural places with 40 national parks across the country and countless more provincial parks. These parks offer the best wildlife viewing opportunities and activities from hiking and kayaking to mountain biking and zip lining.

Canada’s greatest national parks are full of beautiful natural sights that showcase the stunning environment that’s on offer to you on your holiday. Some of the most visited and popular national parks in the country are Banff National Park, Jasper National Park and Thousand Island National Park to name just a few.

Polite People

In some parts of the world it’s not very easy to get an apology, but in Canada apologies will fly in from all directions.

Canadians will even apologise if they are not at fault! This politeness doesn’t just represent one province in Canada; it transcends boundaries and is evident across the whole country.

If you have booked flights to Calgary, Toronto or Vancouver you will notice that everyone is unerringly polite. It makes travel in Canada that much easier, as you know you’ll be welcomed as a tourist and will never need to feel embarrassed or worried to ask for help and directions.

Maple Syrup

Maple syrup is most definitely something Canada is famous for, with around 80 per cent of the world’s maple syrup produced in Canada. Quebec is by far the largest producer thanks to its abundance of maple trees. The tree sap is collected and reduced to produce the syrup, in a process that was first discovered by Canada’s indigenous peoples and has been refined over the centuries.

Ice Hockey

Ice hockey in Canada is like football in the UK: it’s huge.

It is Canada’s official national winter sport and the country is regarded as the birthplace of ice hockey, with the first game believed to have been played in Montreal in the 1870s. Canadians look at the sport as their own and over the last century, innumerable men, women and children will have played hockey at varying levels or watched the sport.

Northern Lights

Canada has lots of vast untouched wilderness areas that are perfect for seeing the greatest light show on earth: the northern lights, or aurora borealis as they are also known.

Although countries like Iceland, Finland and Norway receive a lot of attention for being great places to spot the lights, Canada is actually an excellent choice. Much of the country’s northern reaches are close to the Arctic Circle and fall within the auroral oval (the zones around the poles where the lights are visible).

The northern lights attract people from all over the world on holidays to Canada to catch a glimpse of those vibrant purples, greens, reds and yellows dancing in the sky.

Road trips

Rugged and vast, Canada is a road-tripper’s dream.

There are so many drives to pick from and you can hire a car and travel at your own pace to drink in the scenery along the way.

There’s mountains, beaches, coastlines, rainforests, cities and lots more that you can take in during a drive through the country.

February 9, 2018