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While it may still be more than a week before summer officially comes to a close, the temperatures are set to take an unseasonable plunge on the Prairies in the coming days. Thankfully, we aren’t expecting any frost or flurries in the region quite yet, but daytime highs will barely crack the double digits in cities like Edmonton and Calgary, Alta., this weekend. It’s a good reminder that real winter weather, including dangerous cold, isn’t far off. With that in mind, we spoke to renowned Calgary HVAC expert, “Pete the Plumber,” about ensuring your furnace system runs smoothly all winter long. Saturday temperatures. (The Weather Network)Focus on the cooling before the warmingIf your home has an air conditioning system, Pete says it’s important to winterize that, as well. This can be as simple as cutting off its power supply, clearing debris and covering the top of the AC unit. Content continues belowCutting power helps ensure your AC system doesn’t start up during an unseasonably warm day (like during a chinook), which risks pulling water into the unit where it can freeze, expand and cause damage overnight.

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Nova ScotiaTens of thousands of Nova Scotia public-sector workers will be entitled to lump sum payments as part of a new agreement stemming from a court challenge that earlier this year saw a judge strike down contract legislation passed by the previous Liberal government. Agreement follows February court decision that found 2015 contract legislation unconstitutionalListen to this articleEstimated 3 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. A number of union members rallied outside Province House in Halifax on Sept. 21, 2017, angry over Bill 148. (Jean Laroche/CBC)Tens of thousands of Nova Scotia public-sector workers will be entitled to lump-sum payments as part of a new agreement stemming from a court challenge that earlier this year saw a judge strike down contract legislation passed by the previous Liberal government. The deal between various unions and the province was made public Monday, and could cost the Nova Scotia government up to $470 million at a time when it faces fiscal headwinds and significant deficits.

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