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New postage rates

As of today, January 13, 2025, Canada Post has implemented new postage rates across various mail categories. This adjustment is intended to align stamp prices with the rising costs of providing letter mail services.

Domestic Lettermail Rates:

  • Standard Letters (up to 30g):
    • Single Stamp: Increased from $1.15 to $1.44.
    • Booklets, Coils, or Panes: Increased from $0.99 to $1.24 per stamp.
    • Meter Rate: Increased to $1.23.
  • Standard Letters (over 30g up to 50g):
    • All Purchase Methods: Increased to $1.75.
  • Non-Standard and Oversize Letters:
    • Up to 100g: Increased to $2.61.
    • Over 100g up to 200g: Increased to $4.29.
    • Over 200g up to 300g: Increased to $5.98.
    • Over 300g up to 400g: Increased to $6.85.
    • Over 400g up to 500g: Increased to $7.36.

International Letter-post Rates:

  • To the United States:
    • Standard Letters (up to 30g): Increased from $1.40 to $1.75.
    • Over 30g up to 50g: Increased to $2.61.
  • To Other International Destinations:
    • Standard Letters (up to 30g): Increased from $2.92 to $3.65.
    • Over 30g up to 50g: Increased to $5.21.

These rate changes also affect services such as Registered Mail, which has increased from $10.50 to $13.15.

Canada Post has stated that these adjustments are necessary to offset the rising costs of maintaining postal services across the country. Despite these increases, stamp prices in Canada remain among the lowest internationally.

Customers can continue to use their Permanent™ stamps, which will always be accepted at the current domestic postage price.

For more detailed information on the new rates, please refer to the official Canada Post announcement.

 

Singh Saves His Pension,

Singh Saves His Pension, Backs Trudeau for Years, Finally Gets Rid of Him

After years of propping up Justin Trudeau and his Liberal government, Jagmeet Singh and the NDP seem to have played their final card. For many years, Singh backed Trudeau at every turn, shielding him from a vote of no confidence and ensuring his political survival. From the carbon tax to skyrocketing housing costs and scandals galore, Singh stood by Trudeau, all while Canadians bore the brunt of their combined policies.Can Justin Trudeau and Jagmeet Singh stop the huge appetite ...

Why? Many speculate that Singh’s motivations had less to do with serving Canadians and more to do with securing his parliamentary pension. By playing nice with Trudeau and avoiding triggering an election, Singh ensured he hit the six-year mark in office needed to qualify for a pension. A clever strategy for personal gain, but at what cost to Canadians?

Now, as Trudeau’s government faces mounting pressure and a crumbling reputation, Singh seems to be shifting his position. But Canadians are asking: why did it take this long? For years, he gave Trudeau the support he needed to stay in power, despite Liberal policies contributing to economic instability, growing national debt, and a widening affordability crisis.

The time for excuses is over. Canadians are ready to turn the page and move on from the Trudeau era—and from those who enabled him to stay in power for so long. Singh may try to distance himself now, but the record is clear: he helped Trudeau hold onto power for years.

Let’s ensure the next chapter in Canada’s story is one where accountability and true leadership take center stage. It’s time to say goodbye to Trudeau—and to the politicians who kept him in power.

Clean Off Your Desk Day

Clean Off Your Desk Day is observed annually on the second Monday in January, making it a great opportunity to start the year fresh by tidying up your workspace. In 2025, this day falls on January 13th. The day encourages individuals to organize their desks, declutter their work environments, and create a more productive and stress-free space.

Tips to Celebrate Clean Off Your Desk Day:

  1. Remove Everything: Clear off your desk entirely so you can start with a clean slate.
  2. Sort and Declutter: Go through all items and decide what to keep, recycle, or throw away.
  3. Create Zones: Organize your desk into functional areas for work, supplies, and personal items.
  4. Invest in Organizers: Use trays, drawers, or containers to keep things neat.
  5. Go Digital: Scan documents you don’t need in physical form and reduce paper clutter.
  6. Personalize Thoughtfully: Add a plant, photo, or inspirational item to make your workspace welcoming without overloading it.

Fun Fact:

A clean desk is linked to increased productivity, reduced stress, and a sense of accomplishment. It can even make you feel more professional and confident in your work.

Do you have a plan to tidy your desk? Or would you like ideas to make your workspace more organized?

4 new constables

The Saint John Police Force has recently welcomed four new constables: Benjamin Cannon, Arjun Chauhan, Owen Lohnes, and Carlo Mariano. These officers were sworn in during a ceremony at police headquarters on January 10, 2025, and have begun their duties immediately.

Saint John police welcome 4 new constables

From left: Benjamin Cannon, Arjun Chauhan, Owen Lohnes and Carlo Mariano

All four recruits were selected by the force’s recruitment team and sponsored to attend the Atlantic Police Academy, where they completed six months of training. Chief Robert Bruce expressed pride in the new members, stating, “We are very proud of our newest members. Each of them brings a uniqueness that will have a positive impact on our service delivery as we continue to focus on community engagement keeping our city safe, secure and healthy.”

Constable Owen Lohnes has a personal connection to the force, as his father, Jason, is a long-serving member who influenced his decision to pursue a career in policing. Additionally, Constable Arjun Chauhan, who moved to New Brunswick from India in 2019, participated in the force’s first inclusion and diversity recruitment camp last year. He is the first participant from that camp to be hired by the force, highlighting the department’s commitment to diversity and community representation.

With these new additions, the Saint John Police Force now comprises 146 officers dedicated to serving the community.