Canada

Province to launch campaign for healthy drinks

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Later today, the provincial government will launch a campaign focused on healthy beverage choices.

The provincial government’s controversial tax on sugary drinks is set to come into effect on Sept. 1, adding an extra 20 cents per liter to certain types of drinks.

Finance Minister Siobhan Coady, Health Secretary Tom Osborne and others will attend the announcement.

Held at the Newfoundland and Labrador Sports Center at 11am

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