Chocolates into spaghetti? Teachers plan gift-giving transformation
11.11.2008 18:03
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Teachers in Nova Scotia may have found a way to turn the piles of gifts they usually receive at Christmas into lunches for hungry students. Instead of chocolates and other gifts, the Nova Scotia Teachers Union is encouraging students to donate to the food bank instead. "It would help Feed Nova Scotia, especially at difficult times, and the teachers would receive a card saying a donation was made in your name," said NSTU president Alexis Allen. Hunger is a big problem in schools, despite breakfast programs, Allen said. About 13,000 children rely on food banks, according to Feed Nova Scotia. "There is a real need there," Allen said. Teachers also see the donation as a way to resolve another problem: jealous students comparing gifts. "They are sitting there saying, 'Look at the size of gift I gave the teacher and look what you gave,' Allen said. "You wouldn't know if there was a donation to the food bank." Allen said it will likely take until the end of the year to implement the plan around the province, though some teachers are already on board for this Christmas. Consumer HeadlinesCanada's tourism brand ranked 2nd in international surveyCanada receives top marks in an international survey for selling itself as a destination that's safe, friendly and good for families. Canadian bankruptcies seen risingExperts expect a steady upward march in personal and business bankruptcy filings in Canada as overspending and falling home prices catch up with individuals.QE2 to set sail on farewell voyageAfter nearly 40 years as the icon of luxury cruise ships, the Queen Elizabeth 2 is set to begin new life in Dubai as a luxury hotel.E. coli investigation points finger at unknown Ontario produce supplierA produce supplier may be the source of an E. coli outbreak in southwestern Ontario, according to regional health authorities who say the number of cases continues to climb.Rona's Q3 profit slips in tough marketCanadian home-improvement chain Rona Inc. said Tuesday its profit for the third quarter dipped as sales slipped amid declining consumer confidence. Consumer Life FeaturesENERGYElectric trucksVancouver's Envia aims to energize fleet vehicles YOUR VIEWSticks, boxesBest no-cost toysSAFETYRecalls and Advisories- Coffee creamers
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