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Nova ScotiaFrom the hockey rink to the political arena, the phrase "Elbows Up" has become part of the Canadian lexicon — and now a number of businesses are trying to cash in on it. A dozen companies have applied to trademark the phraseAly Thomson · CBC News · Posted: Sep 14, 2026 5:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: September 14Listen to this articleEstimated 5 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 hardware store in Hammonds Plains, N. S., displays 'Elbows Up' T-shirts. (Aly Thomson/CBC)From the hockey rink to the political arena, the phrase "Elbows Up" has become part of the Canadian lexicon — and now a number of businesses are trying to cash in on it. There are roughly a dozen applications listed on the Canadian Intellectual Property Office's trademarks database to have the exclusive right to "Elbows Up," with companies seeking to emblazon the slogan on everything from clothing to beer cans, bumper stickers and dietary supplements.

PoliticsNathan Cooper, Alberta’s senior representative to the United States, told CBC’s West of Centre that compared to provinces that have taken a more aggressive approach, Alberta has come out ahead. Alberta's Washington envoy says province's position on alcohol gives it an edgeEmily Williams · CBC News · Posted: Sep 06, 2026 4:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: September 6Listen to this articleEstimated 4 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. Former speaker of the Alberta legislation Nathan Cooper, right, is now Alberta's top representative in Washington. He says the premier's approach of doubling down on diplomacy is paying off. (Jason Franson/The Canadian Press)Alberta’s top U. S. diplomat says playing nice is paying off for his province in the Canada-U. S. trade war. Nathan Cooper, Alberta’s senior representative to the United States, told CBC’s West of Centre that compared to provinces that have taken a more aggressive approach, Alberta has come out ahead.