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If you've always dreamt of living out a life like that of James Bond, working for the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) could be your chance to live out that dream.

CSIS is currently seeking bilingual Canadian citizens for the position of Intelligence Officer, a job based in Ottawa that pays between $71,010 and $102,250 per year and could involve travel.

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When you hear the words "self-care," what do you think of? For many, the practice is synonymous with working out, eating well, yoga and meditation. But what about a regular sleep schedule?

With the ongoing worry of a global pandemic, the strain of working from home and the fallout from a chaotic year in general, it's more important now than ever to prioritize sleep as a key pillar of health and wellbeing. A good night's sleep is important because, just like your overworked smartphone and laptop, your body needs to recharge in order to operate.

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It's been said again and again that Montreal has two seasons: winter and construction. And while Montrealers know how to have a good time regardless, there's nothing like taking a break every now and then to trade in the city grind for a walk on the wild side.

Not only does being among nature have a positive impact on our physical and mental well-being, but it's also a way to explore and have fun, especially when so many activities continue to remain closed or restricted. 

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In an April 5 AccuWeather blog post, Dr. Gordon Telepun advised anyone hoping to get a good view of the 2024 total solar eclipse to avoid hosting parties.

"If you are lucky and the weather is predicted to be good at your house on eclipse day, that’s convenient for you, but if you have to travel away from your house for eclipse day, so be it," he wrote. "DO NOT plan a party at your house for eclipse day. You cannot be obligated to be a host or hostess at your house!"

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When thinking about ways to be more eco-friendly, there are some pieces of advice that are more familiar than others: turn off the lights at home, take shorter showers, hop on your bike or carpool. It should come as no surprise that there are plenty more opportunities to make greener choices every day.

For example, introducing more plant-based foods to your diet is a great way to help Mother Nature.

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We made it to April — and with that comes the Easter long weekend in Montreal.

While there's obviously not a ton to do right now, even when it's not a holiday, you'll want to note what's staying open and what's closing.

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Chefs in our city love to take something old and put a fresh spin on it, like the list of Montreal pizza places that take the classic dish to the next level.

Montreal is a city that prides itself on tradition but keeps things looking forward. And truer words could not be said of our culinary scene.

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In a meeting on December 9, 2020, the Montreal City Council voted down an amendment that would have funded body cameras for Montreal police officers. The defeat of the proposal — by a vote of 34 to 27 — was just the latest turn of events in the years-long, zigzagging effort to make the cameras part of the SPVM uniform.

Now, in the wake of the wrongful arrest of Mamadi Camara, supporters of the measure have once again renewed calls for additional police accountability. Here's a complete history of the political evolution of the proposal, and where it could go from here.

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Since the start of the pandemic, many people have been wondering about local Montreal businesses and how they would survive.

And while some would say that it's crazy to start a new venture in the middle of all of this chaos, that hasn't stopped these Montreal entrepreneurs from starting new adventures.

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Whether or not Montrealers have been to Greece, Greek cuisine is a super popular choice when it comes to choosing a restaurant. And we can see why — It's totally delicious!

Even while we're in lockdown, we find ourselves craving Greek food. But not to worry, because the Montreal restaurant scene is coming to the rescue.

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Working from home may be the "new normal," but for many, it's been a challenge to get into the groove, especially when it comes to sitting hunched at my desk all day.

As we make our way through month ten of the pandemic (I know, I can't believe it either!), there are some things we've gotten used to and some that are still a work in progress. And unfortunately for my back, it appears to be the latter.

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We all miss life before the pandemic: travelling, going out, and just the overall freedom. At the present moment, non-essential travel continues to be "not recommended" by Public Health authorities, but it's not entirely banned. As a result, an Instagram account has recently been created which exposes Quebec influencers who allegedly go on trips during this time.

Upon returning to Canada, travellers must undergo testing and follow a mandatory 14-day quarantine.

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