Source: The Canadian Press

OTTAWA - The Olympic effect will give Vancouver's economy enough of a boost to make it the top economic performer among Canadian cities this year, according to a report Wednesday by the Conference Board of Canada.

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As the holiday is approaching, Khmer Krom Canadian Youth Association (KKCYA) would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone in the community and the rest of the world a very happy holiday and New Year ahead.

During this holiday season, a long tradition of gift giving, we would like to encourage everyone to continue giving generously.

We are all very fortunate to be in this great country and are blessed with many opportunities that this county offers.

Since we arrived to this beloved country, we see the road of opportunities and see ways of lifting ourselves out of poverty. By going through major hardships in our lives, we now know the importance of appreciating of everything that we currently have. When we are in a better place, we do need to always remember those who help us along the way.

Take the time to look around and see the people in desperate needs are just right around the corner. Reach out a helping hand, and give within your capability!

Source: CBC Online

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc. announced Thursday it is adding a second shift at its assembly plant in Woodstock, Ont., creating more than 800 jobs.

Hiring will begin immediately so the new shift can be added by March 2010.The company plans to increase its output of RAV4 crossover utility vehicles to 150,000 a year.  The move is another sign of recovery in the troubled auto sector and the U.S. market, where most of the RAV4s are sold. Sales of the vehicle rose 35 per cent in November.

"Thanks to the high demand of this popular vehicle we are able to increase production and provide more jobs at Toyota," said company president Ray Tanguay.

Federal Industry Minister Tony Clement said that with the addition of 800 jobs, "we are all winners because when a plant like this expands, it adds to the supply chain and builds the industry."

Toyota’s announcement comes less than a week after General Motors Co. said it would increase production of Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain crossovers at its Cami Automotive Inc. plant in Ingersoll, Ont., recalling several hundred laid-off workers.