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Canada's GDP improves in October

Canada's economy grew slightly in October.

That's according to Statistics Canada's monthly GDP report released on Monday.

It increased by 0.3 per cent in October, up 0.2 per cent from September.

The goods-producing industries played a big part as they rose by 0.9 per cent. This comes after the sectors decreased in four consecutive months.

Leading the way was the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sector as it grew by 2.4 per cent.

Other sectors that saw a boost include manufacturing, 0.3 per cent; real estate and rental, 0.5 per cent; construction, 0.4 per cent; and wholesale trade, 0.5 per cent.

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Owen Sound Library session gets cyclists ready to roll

Dust off those handlebars and pump up those tires because cycling season is officially upon us! If your trusty two-wheeler is looking a bit more "rusty" than "ready," the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library has just the thing to get you back on the road safely.