Smitty's Family Restaurant in Halifax Closes Doors
A popular Halifax Smitty's restaurant on Lacewood Drive has closed permanently. The owners cite ongoing pandemic-related pressures as the reason for the sudden shutdown.
A popular Halifax Smitty's restaurant on Lacewood Drive has closed permanently. The owners cite ongoing pandemic-related pressures as the reason for the sudden shutdown.
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Moxies bids farewell to its Yorkdale Shopping Centre restaurant on January 18, 2026, after nearly two decades. The brand focuses on future growth in Ontario, including a relocated Barrie spot.
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A new forecast warns 4,000 Canadian restaurants could shut down in 2026 as consumers tighten spending. Learn the causes and what it means for the industry.
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Edmonton's first two winter parking bans in December resulted in over $61,000 in fines and dozens of vehicles towed. Get the details on enforcement and this season's heavy snowfall.
The Mandarin restaurant at Yonge and Eglinton in Toronto will serve its last meal on Jan. 18, 2026, ending a 35-year run due to area redevelopment. Read about its history and impact.
A beloved Toronto institution, the Mandarin Restaurant at Yonge and Eglinton, is closing its doors after 35 years, marking the end of an era for local diners.
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Popular Canadian breakfast chain Egg Club is expanding west, with plans to open a new location in downtown Edmonton. Get the details on the menu and opening timeline.
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