ST CATHARINES, ON, April 29, 2024 /CNW/ - Tepperman's, one of Canada's largest family-owned home furnishing retailers with a rich history spanning over 99 years, is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest store in St. Catharines, Ontario.

Tepperman's is excited to welcome the community at a ribbon-cutting ceremony set to take place at 399 Louth Street on Friday, May 3^rd, followed by a day filled with celebration, refreshments, and the launch of a significant charitable contribution to the local community. The event will mark the company's 7 store in Southwestern Ontario.

"We are honored to bring Tepperman's to St. Catharines," said Andrew Tepperman, 3^rd generation President. This expansion was driven by the city's vibrant community, economic growth, and shared values of sustainability and family. "Not only is it the right location for business; it's about embedding ourselves within the fabric of the community and contributing to its growth and vibrancy," said Tepperman.

The store, equipped with a 44,000-square-foot showroom, will employ about 50 people and will feature complete lifestyle vignettes, bright LED and natural lighting, defined aisle ways for easy navigation, a designated kid's area, and a café area offering customers free coffee and popcorn.

Aligned with Tepperman's commitment to sustainability, the new store will feature a natural 60square-foot indoor garden, equipped with a variety of air-purifying tropical plants and lit with grow lights. The installation of 94 solar panels will offset a portion of the store's total energy consumption. EV charging stations will also be available.

In celebration of the new store opening, and in line with Tepperman's long-standing tradition of supporting the communities where they operate, a charitable donation totaling $25,000 will take place. Five local charities, selected by the public through an engaging voting process, will each be awarded $5,000. This initiative underscores Tepperman's dedication to making a positive impact in the St. Catharines community.

Highlighting the importance of family and community, three generations of the Tepperman family will attend the May 3^rd event to participate in the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Joining them will be a team of Tepperman's executives, Mayor Matt Siscoe, city councilors, and members of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce, showcasing the collaborative spirit and mutual commitment between the business and the city of St. Catharines.

Tepperman's is a 3rd generation, Canadian, family-owned furniture, appliance, mattress, electronic and décor store retailer with a rich history of serving Ontario communities for nearly a century. With locations across Southern Ontario, including Windsor, London, Kitchener-Waterloo, Ancaster, Sarnia, Chatham, and now expanding into St. Catharines, Tepperman's provides an exceptional shopping experience. and offers a wide assortment of home furnishing products and brands. Tepperman's serves the communities of Southwestern Ontario through charitable initiatives, having invested over $800,000 in student scholarships. Additionally, Tepperman's is an award-winning leader in sustainability, with innovative programs including a 914 solar panel installation on the roof of its 70,000 sq. foot Kitchener store, eco-friendly work with local schools, partnering with Habitat for Humanity to divert products from landfills, and working with Second Wind Recycling and Recyc-Mattress to reduce waste.

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For further information: For media inquiries, or schedule an interview with Andrew Tepperman, please contact: Andrew Tepperman, [email protected]; Sadie Chartrand, [email protected], 519-551-8305; Tepperman's Corporate Office, (519) 969 9700, Teppermans.com

Six years ago she was just trying to win her future husband’s heart, but now Paloma Lara is helping Canadians fall in love with a Brazilian delicacy that’s unlike any other food.

Paz Bakery recently won an Ontario Made Award, winning in the consumer awareness category. Started by Lara and her husband, Andrew Hoto, Paz makes pão de queijo, which are also known as cheese dots and are a staple in Brazilian cuisine.

“(In Brazil) you can find it in every single hotel, bar, home. It’s eaten for breakfast, snack, dinner, anything really,” said Lara, who is originally from the South American country.

The business started when she was trying to woo Hoto back around 2018.

“I had just met my husband and I was trying to win his heart. And I made him this cheese bun,” she said. “And he fell in love with it. With the familiarity of the taste, but also how different it felt in texture.”

While one customer likens it to a “savoury marshmallow,” Lara said it has no real comparison.

“It’s crunchy on the outside, but it’s kind of gooey and pulley on the inside. So it’s very unique,” she said.

Her favourite way to eat them is with eggs, though Lara said they’re also good with maple syrup, another way they’re connecting their Brazilian and Canadian heritage.

After making her initial batch, she and Hoto began exploring where to find cheese dots in Canada. And all they could find were imported options.

“So we decided just to try it ourselves,” she said.

One of the challenges was finding the right cheese. Lara said the recipe calls for a specific type of cheese you can only really find in Brazil. But after some trial and error they settled on a Canadian classic as a replacement: Oka.

This was the second time she was a finalist for an Ontario Made Award. Even making it to the short list of finalists last year was incredible, she said, believing it played a huge role in getting her product into the Real Canadian Superstore.

The award process includes a voting section where Ontarians help narrow down the entries.

“That was to us, I think, one of the best parts, because doing that (being a finalist) twice really shows that your customers, and your family and your friends really support you.”

Paz is now in 60 stores across the province. They’re also in some restaurants, and Lara said they offer delivery in the Niagara region.

For now it’s a small family operation, mostly Lara and Hoto, but with the help of their parents. Lara said she hopes to expand next year.

To find out where Paz products are offered or for more information on the company, visit pazbakery.ca or follow their social media accounts.

New burger joint in Niagara Falls

A popular West Coast burger joint has arrived in the region, with Triple O’s opening a location in Niagara Falls.

Located at 6363 Lundy’s Ln., the restaurant is now open, but will be holding a celebration event on Saturday, Dec. 16. Triple O’s started with a location in Vancouver in 1997, building on the White Spot restaurant that opened back in 1928. It’s named after the White Spot’s Triple O sauce, which is now one of the calling cards of the burger joint.

It has since expanded, with more than 60 locations across Canada, including the newest in Niagara Falls.

“We’re excited to bring the Triple O’s experience to Niagara Falls. From the unique like-no-other taste, premium food quality and warm hospitality, we’re proud to be part of the Triple O’s family and sharing the great taste with our community” said Sajid Hussain, Triple O’s franchisee, in a press release.

On Dec. 16 Triple O’s will be offering 500 coupons for a free burger beginning at 10:30 a.m. The coupons can be redeemed any time between Dec. 16 and Dec. 23.

For more information, visit tripleos.com or follow its social media accounts.

Tarot reader flips over a new card

A longtime tarot card reader is setting up shop with a physical location in Grimsby. Breanne Martens owns Willow Dawn Tarot and has been reading tarot for more than 26 years, meeting people at coffee shops, in their homes or at various events, fairs and festivals.

But now she has a space above the Nook in downtown Grimsby.

She’s planning a grand opening event on Thursday, Jan. 11. Willow Dawn Tarot is at 42C Main St. W. For more information, visit willowdawntarot.com.

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NEWS RELEASE HANDYBROS ************************ Breaking and entering incidents in Canada seem to be on the rise, with a reported 132,155 cases in 2022, or a 5.4% increase from the previous year. Surprisingly, this rise came after a period of declining incidents.

The research team at Handybros gathered data from Canada’s official statistical office relating to burglary offences in Canadian cities.

It is often assumed that Alberta and Ontario have the highest number of home raids in Canada, but according to the study, Winnipeg in Manitoba has recorded the most incidents.

Police officers in Winnipeg have been kept busy due to the staggering number of 811 burglary incidents per 100K people. To put that into perspective, Winnipeg residents are experiencing 467% more burglary incidents compared to Barrie, which has the lowest burglary incident rate.

Alberta takes three positions in the top 10 burglary hotspots, with Lethbridge ranking second with a rate of 764 recorded incidents per 100K residents.

Saskatoon is next on the list, ranking third, among the most burgled cities in Canada, with reports of burglary incidents at a rate of 761 per 100K people.

Following closely behind Lethbridge and Saskatoon, Regina ranks fourth as the most burgled city in Canada, with 733 burglary incidents per 100K residents.

Kelowna of British Columbia comes in fifth on the list with about 709 incidents per 100K, while Moncton experiences 607 burglary incidents per 100K people, taking the sixth spot on this list.

Up next are two cities in Alberta. Edmonton ranks seventh, with 547 reported burglary incidents per 100K residents. Following closely behind is Calgary, which takes the eighth spot with 519 incidents per 100K residents.

Rounding out the top 10 are cities in Ontario. Windsor leads the pack, ranking ninth with 456 incidents per 100K people. At the tenth position are the tri-cities Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo reporting 438 incidents per 100K residents.

On the other hand, some regions in Canada experienced significantly fewer burglaries. For people residing in Ontario who are looking to relocate to an area in the city with a lower risk of burglary, they may find it comforting to know that Toronto and Barrie are among the safest places in Canada. Toronto has around 162 recorded incidents per 100K residents, while Barrie has 143 incidents per 100K people.

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CPR Provides Fast, Affordable Repairs for Phones, Tablets, Laptops, and Game Consoles

ST. CATHARINES, ON / ACCESSWIRE / August 21, 2023 / CPR Cell Phone Repair, the largest mobile device repair franchise in North America, is delighted to announce opening of a new franchise location in St. Catharines, Ontario. This transition marks the rebranding of a trusted local business into a globally recognized industry leader.

The St. Catharines location has proudly served the community for four years, offering expert repair services for phones, tablets, gaming consoles, and laptops. Now as part of the CPR Cell Phone Repair network, the team is eager to bring its broad range of repair skills to an even wider audience.

"We're thrilled to become part of the CPR Cell Phone Repair family," says the store owner. "Our team has repaired thousands of devices over the years, and we're excited to continue expanding our skills and services with the backing of a world-class brand."

The store owner is not just passionate about technology but also about contributing positively to the environment. The store is committed to reducing electronic waste by repairing and extending the lifespan of tech devices, saving customers money, and preventing valuable data loss.

"As the world continues to rely heavily on technology, we are proud to provide a solution that is both environmentally friendly and economically beneficial," the owner adds. "We believe fixing tech is not just about repairing devices; it's also about reducing e-waste and saving our customers the cost and stress of starting from scratch with a new device."

The St. Catharines CPR Cell Phone Repair shop is now open and ready to serve the community with its top-tier tech repair services.

About CPR Cell Phone Repair

CPR Cell Phone Repair is the largest franchise in mobile device repair, providing a range of services for cell phones, laptops, game systems, and other electronic devices. The CPR network is committed to providing customers with fast, affordable service of the highest quality and minimizing electronic waste globally.

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Chris Jourdan chris.jourdan@cpr-corporate.com 877-392-6278 ext. 7711

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