Posted: Jul 23, 2021 5:03 PM CT | Last Updated: July 23
Scott McDougall, the co-owner of Kanoe People in Whitehorse, rescued a man who was swept down the Yukon River Thursday.(Julien Gignac/CBC)
It was just another average day in Whitehorse. Until it wasn t.
A man swept down the Yukon River in downtown Whitehorse Thursday was rescued. But it wasn t first responders who got the man safely to shore: it was a small business owner.
Scott McDougall, the co-owner of Kanoe People, said he was operating on sheer reflexes when it all went down. It feels great to know I was able to help him, he said, adding that a mere seconds could have drastically changed the outcome.
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Companies offer vaccinated customers freebies and discounts in marketing push
by Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press
Posted May 9, 2021 10:00 am EDT
Last Updated May 9, 2021 at 10:11 am EDT
TORONTO Canadian companies are trying to move the needle on COVID-19 vaccinations with discounts and freebies for customers who show proof they’ve received their first dose.
Insurers, food businesses and even tech companies are unveiling promotions aimed at convincing people to get the jab in exchange for savings and giveaways.
Experts say the offers lend corporate clout to an important cause, but also encourage consumers to return to favourite shops or discover new and local brands amid temporary lockdowns.
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