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1 Today is ….Today's Zodiac & AstrologySun / Zodiac Sign:AriesMoon Phase:Full Moon100% Illuminatedi Moon Sign:Virgo ➔ Libra (at )Daily Planning Alert - Moon Void of Course:The Moon is not Void of Course for most of the day, allowing for clear intentions and successful endeavors. Today encourages finding harmony in all your interactions and actively pursuing balanced agreements. With the Full Moon illuminating the skies at , it's an opportune time to reflect on relationships and partnerships, seeking equilibrium between personal needs and the needs of others. Air signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius) and Fire signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius) will find strong compatibility in navigating passionate discussions with diplomatic solutions, fostering deeper romantic bonds. Focus on fair exchanges in financial dealings and prioritize self-care and emotional well-being to maintain inner balance amidst the day's heightened energies.Today's Holidays & Popular Observances - Canada
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Top Investing, Business & Finance events on April 1Federal Alcohol Tax AdjustmentThe federal government is implementing its annual inflation-indexed increase to excise duties on beer, spirits, and wine. This adjustment is designed to maintain the real value of federal tax revenue on alcohol products over time. Federal Industrial Carbon Price IncreaseThe national carbon pricing benchmark for large industrial emitters is rising to $110 per tonne as part of a scheduled annual escalation. This increase incentivizes industrial facilities to adopt cleaner technologies and reduce their overall greenhouse gas emissions footprint. Top Health & Fitness events on April 1Canada Health Act Services ExpansionA significant federal policy change takes effect requiring provincial and territorial health insurance plans to cover medically necessary services provided by nurse practitioners. This expansion of universal coverage is intended to improve patient access to primary care and eliminate out-of-pocket costs for non-physician services. Top Politics & Government happenings on April 1Federal Minimum Wage IncreaseThe standalone federal minimum wage is officially rising to $18.15 per hour to keep pace with the 2025 annual average Consumer Price Index. This adjustment applies to all workers and interns in federally regulated private sectors, including banking, telecommunications, and interprovincial transportation. Launch of the Employment Insurance Board of AppealA new tripartite appeals body is officially taking over the responsibility for hearing first-level Employment Insurance disputes from the Social Security Tribunal. This reform reintroduces regionally based decision-making panels comprised of representatives from the government, employers, and the workforce. Top Entertainment & Live Events on April 1Shucked: The Musical Canadian Premiere300 King St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1J2The Tony Award-winning musical comedy makes its highly anticipated Canadian debut during a strictly limited engagement at the historic Princess of Wales Theatre. This production is celebrated for its unique "farm-to-fable" narrative and its score composed by renowned country music songwriters. Top Conventions & Other Happenings on April 1Canadian Dairy XPO (day 1 of 2)Stratford Rotary Complex, Stratford, ONThis event is Canada’s largest dairy industry showcase, featuring over 300 exhibiting companies and attracting more than 17,000 professional attendees from around the globe. It is highly popular for debuting the latest in agricultural robotics, genetics, and sustainable farming technology. OGRA Conference (day 4 of 4)Fairmont Royal York, Toronto, ONThe Ontario Good Roads Association hosts the largest municipal conference in Canada, serving as a critical platform for provincial infrastructure policy and planning. It results in significant news coverage as it frequently hosts keynote addresses from high-ranking provincial ministers and the Premier. Vancouver Real Estate Forum (day 2 of 2)Vancouver Convention Centre West, Vancouver, BCThis is Western Canada's premier commercial real estate event, bringing together over 1,000 senior decision-makers to discuss the future of the Pacific Northwest housing and investment markets. It is a major driver of economic headlines due to its focus on urban development and regional real estate trends. E.S.T.A. (Entrepreneuriat Sous Tous Ses Angles) (day 1 of 2)Palais des congrès de Montréal, Montreal, QCThis business convention focuses on entrepreneurship and innovation, providing a platform for Quebec’s startup ecosystem to connect with investors and distributors. It garners significant regional social media interest for its focus on new technologies and business development strategies. ‹ | › | |
