Provincial police said Saturday morning there is a disturbance in the area of Onondaga Road and Sixth Line in the First Nations community, located about 25 kilometres southeast of Brantford.http://dlvr.it/TMmnm8
ICYMI: Veteran rocker characterises US administration as fascistic in song recorded at Chicago sound check Neil Young has released a new song lambasting Donald Trump, entitled Big Crime. The Canadian-American rocker has long been a critic of the US president, suing him (but later dropping the lawsuit) over the use of his songs at campaign… Read more: Neil Young confronts Donald Trump in new song Big Crime: ‘Don’t want soldiers on the streets’
Fears around a possible recession and widespread job loss dissuaded a lot of people from making home-buying decisions this summer. Will the chill continue into the fall?http://dlvr.it/TMmlY0
The Kelowna man describes the incidents as more than just pranks, saying the teens aggressively bang on his home, yell profanities, and ride recklessly around the neighbourhood.http://dlvr.it/TMmlXR
There’s heightened emphasis on the role climate change may play in the spread of legionnaires’ disease as London, Ont., deals with its second deadly outbreak since the summer of 2024. The Public Health Agency of Canada reports rising infection rates, while experts say most infections are never reported.http://dlvr.it/TMmj9r
Hudson’s Bay landlords are back in court Friday, where they’re arguing a B.C. billionaire doesn’t have the cash needed to launch a new retailer.http://dlvr.it/TMmRH1
A First Nations woman is being sued for calling four women “pretendians,” with the plaintiffs seeking more than $500,000 in damages and retractions to the heavily publicized comments made about them.http://dlvr.it/TMmQ6j
ICYMI: Stretch of Lake Huron shore was promised to Saugeen people in 1854 treaty with crown but was wrongly omitted from map A stretch of beach will be returned to a First Nation in Canada 170 years after it was mistakenly omitted from its reserve. The sandy sliver of land measures less than two miles… Read more: Beach returned to First Nation after 170 years following Canada legal battle
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington, D.C., in a split decision, said Trump exceeded his authority as president by imposing the tariffs.http://dlvr.it/TMmPwl
The City of Saskatoon has been dealing with numerous drug overdoses this year. Another recent spike in the area — 84 cases since Aug. 17 — has organizations sounding the alarm.http://dlvr.it/TMmPwj
Businessman who did what he could to revitalise British shipbuilding and motor manufacturing in the 1980s before returning to his native Canada Sir Graham Day, who has died aged 92, was a tough Nova Scotian with a strong sense of public duty who struggled to “save the saveable” from the wreck of two of the… Read more: Sir Graham Day obituary
Parents of a 19-year-old man found dead in the Scarborough Town Centre are reeling with grief and say they do not know why anybody would want to hurt their son.http://dlvr.it/TMmP8m
Hyatt Hotels Corporation have announced the completion of Grand Hyatt Singapore’s multi-year transformation. The redesigned destination in Orchard Road debuts as a Grand Living Room and Wellness Haven, seamlessly blending design, culture, gastronomy, wellbeing, and sustainability initiatives. “As one of Singapore’s original international hotels, Grand Hyatt Singapore has always been a place to stay and… Read more: Grand Hyatt Singapore Celebrates Grand Reopening Following Multi-Year Transformation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation have announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown, which marks the return of the Hyatt Regency brand to Kuala Lumpur and represents the seventh Hyatt hotel in the city, further expanding Hyatt’s brand footprint in key markets around the world. Ideally positioned in the vibrant core of KL… Read more: Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown Debuts
Dead fish, strange odours and a copper tinge to the Kaministiquia River have been common sightings in the past week for regular users of Neste boat launch and its adjacent walking paths. Ontario’s Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has confirmed the cause to be an effluent leak from the Thunder Bay Pulp and… Read more: Dead fish, strange odours and a copper tinge after reported spill on Thunder Bay’s Kam River
The Old Mariners Church in Detroit, Mich., was a fitting place to honour an epic journey for a group of swimmers. A day earlier, they also finished a swim that followed the intended route of the Edmund Fitzgerald to mark the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the American freighter.http://dlvr.it/TMmL07
The hailstorm that slammed the Brooks area, southeast of Calgary, on Aug. 20 is expected to cost millions in crop damage alone, according to insurance providers.http://dlvr.it/TMmK4J
Nova Scotians can return to the woods in parts of the province. Premier Tim Houston said Friday that a provincewide ban would end for some areas at 4 p.m., but the ban remains for several counties. The burn ban remains in place.http://dlvr.it/TMmJD0
The community of Behchokǫ̀, N.W.T., is setting up around 200 cots for evacuees from Whatı̀ after officials ordered Whatı̀ residents to evacuate their community due to a nearby wildfire. http://dlvr.it/TMmJBH
The Calgary man who killed himself during a three-hour standoff Thursday that began after he shot at police was facing trials on a number of organized crime-related offences and had recently cut off his ankle monitor, CBC News has learned.http://dlvr.it/TMmH5x
A small town south of Quebec City is keeping a close eye on its fire hydrants after 41,000 litres of water werestolen in the middle of the night. Provincial police say they will monitor the area to prevent similar incidents.http://dlvr.it/TMmF04
The stabbing of a Jewish woman in broad daylight at an Ottawa grocery store has prompted public officials including Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford to speak out against what they’re calling a disturbing act of violence in the community.http://dlvr.it/TMmBfC
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on the federal government to amend the Criminal Code so that the use of force is presumed reasonable when used against a person who illegally enters a house and poses a threat to people inside.http://dlvr.it/TMm5sT
The chair of the board of directors of the Trans Mountain Corporation will be the CEO of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Major Projects Office, according to a senior government source.http://dlvr.it/TMm4nP
With the majority of B.C. having been settled without treaties or the consent of First Nations, Indigenous people in the province have taken to the courts to affirm their rights and title, resulting in landmark cases that are studied around the world.http://dlvr.it/TMlz6T
A Montreal man says he waited for adapted transit for three hours on the side of an Ontario highway after an accident, and he wants the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) to improve its towing policy for people with disabilities.http://dlvr.it/TMlz4V
About 80 per cent of Canada’s land mass saw an increase in its plant hardiness zone, mostly of about half a zone to one full zone.http://dlvr.it/TMlsDb
About 80 per cent of Canada’s land mass saw an increase in its plant hardiness zone, mostly of about half a zone to one full zone.http://dlvr.it/TMlsDb
Veteran rocker characterises US administration as fascistic in song recorded at Chicago sound check Neil Young has released a new song lambasting Donald Trump, entitled Big Crime. The Canadian-American rocker has long been a critic of the US president, suing him (but later dropping the lawsuit) over the use of his songs at campaign rallies… Read more: Neil Young confronts Donald Trump in new song Big Crime: ‘Don’t want soldiers on the streets’
The provincial government is arguing to the Supreme Court of Canada that the Constitution does not require New Brunswick’s lieutenant-governor to be bilingual.http://dlvr.it/TMlm3x
As of Friday, Canada’s small businesses can no longer ship small packages to the U.S. duty-free — and some online sellers are worried that their companies won’t survive the hit.http://dlvr.it/TMlkD6
Newfoundland and Labrador is expected to become part of Canadian space history on Friday, when the first commercial rocket launch in the country takes off from near St. Lawrence.http://dlvr.it/TMlkB2
More faculty positions are being cut at post-secondary schools across the province, like Langara College and Kwantlen Polytechnic University, as a result of new government policies that limit international students.http://dlvr.it/TMlcLB
A man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant was found dead inside a home in the northwest neighbourhood of Rosedale after police say he shot at officers who tried to make an arrest.http://dlvr.it/TMlYDl
A list confirmed by CBC News shows titles like The Handmaid’s Tale and Brave New World are among books to be pulled. The development comes after a policy from Alberta’s education minister outlines new rules governing books in school libraries as of Oct. 1.http://dlvr.it/TMlWL5
AI is being used by more and more Canadians, but while many say they’re comfortable using it, a majority say governments need to regulate it for safety.http://dlvr.it/TMlPRG
Nova Scotia’s Long Lake wildfire destroys 20 homes in Annapolis Valley; officials say no lives lost as crews fight to contain the blaze.http://dlvr.it/TMlPR9
Stretch of Lake Huron shore was promised to Saugeen people in 1854 treaty with crown but was wrongly omitted from map A stretch of beach will be returned to a First Nation in Canada 170 years after it was mistakenly omitted from its reserve. The sandy sliver of land measures less than two miles long,… Read more: Beach returned to First Nation after 170 years following Canada legal battle
Rotana, one of the region’s leading hotel management companies, has launched its fully reimagined rotana.com, elevating the guest booking experience through AI-driven journeys and mobile-first design. This transformation is part of Rotana’s broader digital strategy aimed at strengthening direct booking channels and deepening guest engagement through data-driven insight.http://dlvr.it/TMlMW1
Amara Hotels & Resorts introduces a refreshed slate of local experiences across its three properties in the region, Amara Singapore, Amara Sanctuary Sentosa, and Amara Bangkok. These curated programmes are designed to reintroduce guests to the rich textures and authentic spirit of their surrounding neighbourhoods.http://dlvr.it/TMlMVj
A new incarnation of Zellers is set to open in Edmonton’s Londonderry Mall, after the defunct Hudson’s Bay Company transferred the discount retailer’s brand trademarks to the owner of Fairweather and International Clothiers, according to federal registries.http://dlvr.it/TMlM6J
Anti-smoking advocates urged the provinces and territories to use money from a historic tobacco settlement on public health programs as the provinces are set to receive initial amounts starting Friday.http://dlvr.it/TMlKgb
A showdown between Hudson’s Bay and a group of landlords opposing the retailer’s push to sell about two dozen of its leases to a B.C. billionaire got underway in court today. The battle has been simmering ever since the Bay announced in May that it had selected Ruby Liu to buy 28 of its leases. http://dlvr.it/TMlKB5
The City of Stratford is asking residents for help finding five of six swans that went missing from the Avon River. Crews and residents first noticed the swans were gone last week.http://dlvr.it/TMlHgN
It was the crash that launched a thousand quips — and yes, it really happened. A driver collided with a driver examination centre in southwestern Ontario.http://dlvr.it/TMlGJY
Students from London’s Western University are in northern Ontario this week to launch an infrared camera the size of the tennis ball into the Earth’s stratosphere.http://dlvr.it/TMlG90
A key figure in the 2022 “Freedom Convoy” who’s seeking asylum in the United States is being sought on a Canada-wide warrant after he failed to appear in court in Ottawa to face criminal charges for his role in the protest.http://dlvr.it/TMlG2W
Craig Michael Thompson has been convicted of securities fraud and ordered to pay $8.8 million in penalties and costs by the Alberta Securities Commission.http://dlvr.it/TMlFqx
The Diageo plant in Amherstburg will be closing in the new year, as part of what the company called an effort to “increase efficiency.”http://dlvr.it/TMlFRQ
A large sinkhole has closed an east end intersection in Toronto and flooded at least two basements following a water main break late Wednesday night, the city says.http://dlvr.it/TMlCXP
Finance Minister Nate Horner says softening oil prices mean this year’s projected budget deficit is expected to grow by $1.3 billion, and will now finish at $6.5 billion in the red when the fiscal year ends next spring.http://dlvr.it/TMl80w
A group of former politicians and bureaucrats are calling for the Churchill Falls MOU to be scrapped and started over, alleging the terms don’t favour Newfoundland and Labrador.http://dlvr.it/TMl6Vk
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reports a sharp rise in electronic device searches at crossings, raising concerns about privacy, discrimination and harsher scrutiny of Canadians. “There’s a lot of fear going into the United States,” a Toronto-based immigration lawyer says.http://dlvr.it/TMl66b
Loud cheers for mass deportations and Alberta separation were the peaks of an otherwise tame and quiet town hall for Premier Danielle Smith’s Alberta Next Panel in Lloydminster.http://dlvr.it/TMl5Ny
The Quebec government intends to present a bill banning prayer in public. Jean-François Roberge, the minister responsible for state laicity, said Thursday that the “proliferation of street prayer is a serious and sensitive issue.”http://dlvr.it/TMl4fc
A dozen people were taken to hospital after two boats collided on Okanagan Lake near the William R. Bennett Bridge in Kelowna Wednesday night, according to B.C. Emergency Health Services.http://dlvr.it/TMl3yj
Ford Motor is recalling 52,547 vehicles in Canada and nearly 500,000 vehicles in the U.S over a brake fluid leak issue, the company confirmed on Thursday.http://dlvr.it/TMkxKM
The report shows 34 per cent of youth respondents said they have engaged in at least one of eight gambling or gaming activities for money, such as buying in-game items and betting on sports, in-person or online.http://dlvr.it/TMkwnk
Schools in Brandon and Winnipeg are making room in their classrooms for hundreds of children displaced by wildfires who won’t be back home for the first bell of the fall term.http://dlvr.it/TMktVk
Schools in Brandon and Winnipeg are making room in their classrooms for hundreds of children displaced by wildfires who won’t be back home for the first bell of the fall term.http://dlvr.it/TMktVk
Thunder Bay, Ont., has the highest opioid-related death rate in the province. Ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day on Sunday, here’s how people in the northwestern Ontario city are marking the event, as they share stories of personal losses as well as hopes for more resources to address the crisis.http://dlvr.it/TMkqxx
ICYMI: Two such groups claim they persuaded Alberta to institute sweeping public school book ban Socially conservative “parents’ rights” groups that have emerged as powerfully political lobbying groups in the US are quickly gaining ground in Canada, academics and free speech advocates say, after two such groups claimed they had persuaded Alberta to institute a… Read more: ‘Parents’ rights’ groups gain ground in Canada amid Alberta book ban
A man told U.S. agents he flew his drone to record the beauty of Florida nature, sunrises and cruise ships. Federal agents found photos and videos of classified Space Force sites.http://dlvr.it/TMkpfs
Edmonton businesses are feeling the ‘Swifty’ boost. From local record stores, to sports team and bars hosting a themed night, Taylor Swift fans keep flocking in.http://dlvr.it/TMkpfd
Construction is slated to begin on 22 Street S.W. in Marda Loop, but a nearby business says crews had already worked on the same street last year.http://dlvr.it/TMkpdd
Thousands of people stood in line for hours — some even waiting overnight — for a clothing sale in Vancouver this week, in what one consumer expert says is a reflection of clever marketing and the cost-of-living crisis.http://dlvr.it/TMkkWp
A coroner’s jury has delivered its findings after three days of testimony into the death of 14-year-old Brandon Schafer-Kovacs. The teen died in the care of the Ministry of Social Services while living in a Saskatoon group home. http://dlvr.it/TMkjl9
An independent committee’s 50 recommendations to Quebec are drawing criticism from some community leaders such as Farida Mohamed, who said the rights and economic freedom of Muslim women would be violated.http://dlvr.it/TMkjZC
After a summer that’s seen several island fires and one cottage burn to the ground, a program from Leeds 1000 Islands Fire Service that teaches residents how to use portable pumps is seeing a surge in interest.http://dlvr.it/TMkjYy
Nearly two years after a 19-year-old Nigerian international student was shot and killed by a Winnipeg police officer during a mental health crisis, Alberta’s police watchdog says there are “no reasonable grounds” to charge the officer with a criminal offence.http://dlvr.it/TMkjWY
A new report released today found that, while globally air pollution levels were somewhat flat, Canada experienced its worst pollution since 1998, with more than half of Canadians breathing air that surpassed our national standard.http://dlvr.it/TMkc4C
Jay Hector’s introduction to solar panels began with a knock on the door of his Calgary home — and ended with an oversized bill when he learned he’d paid more than triple the going rate. He’s warning people to do their research, even as industry insiders say “high-pressure” sales tactics are a challenge facing the sector.http://dlvr.it/TMkc44
In June, a 40-year-old mother died days after giving birth. Her family believes medical staff at Mississauga’s Credit Valley Hospital didn’t act quickly enough when she first presented signs of sepsis.http://dlvr.it/TMkc3t
Competition to build Canada’s new fleet of submarines kicked up a notch Wednesday with the South Korean bidder reiterating its pledge to deliver more boats faster than its German rival.http://dlvr.it/TMkc24
Mark Maki said there should be ample pipeline space to get Canadian crude oil to market until at least 2030, without the need for a new project.http://dlvr.it/TMkT6Q
The Lindsay, Ont., man charged in an early-morning break-in last week wielded a crossbow in the incident and was out on probation at the time, according to court documents filed Wednesday.http://dlvr.it/TMkLWX
Meghan Yelland and Michael Zeaman are about to welcome a new baby and had just set up a nursery in their home when they received the devastating news.http://dlvr.it/TMkKfJ
Meghan Yelland and Michael Zeaman are about to welcome a new baby and had just set up a nursery in their home when they received the devastating news.http://dlvr.it/TMkKfJ
Meghan Yelland and Michael Zeaman are about to welcome a new baby and had just set up a nursery in their home when they received the devastating news.http://dlvr.it/TMkKfJ
Meghan Yelland and Michael Zeaman are about to welcome a new baby and had just set up a nursery in their home when they received the devastating news.http://dlvr.it/TMkKfJ
A man and a woman, both in their 30s, are missing after police were called to respond to an overturned canoe in Kananaskis Country, Alta., on Tuesday.http://dlvr.it/TMkKF8
Latin America has become an increasingly attractive destination for travelers seeking to combine business with leisure—a growing trend known as bleisure. With its vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and expanding infrastructure for meetings and events, many cities in the region offer the perfect balance between productivity and relaxation. Marriott International, with its diverse portfolio of hotels… Read more: Discover the Best “Bleisure” Destinations in Latin America
The Yukon’s capital city, Whitehorse, welcomes a striking new addition with the opening of Hyatt Place Whitehorse, the brand’s first property in Canada’s North and only the second purpose-built hotel to open in Whitehorse in more than 50 years. Whitehorse is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, culture vultures, culinary aficionados and history buffs. Known as… Read more: Hyatt Place Whitehorse Opens Its Doors in Canada’s Yukon
Connor McDavid felt what it meant to be an Olympian as he looked around at Canada’s broader hockey team. The Edmonton Oilers’ captain was among 92 NHL, women’s and Para hockey players summoned to a three-day orientation camp in Calgary to prepare for 2026 Winter Games in Milan and Cortina, Italy.http://dlvr.it/TMkJM5
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew did not violate provincial conflict of interest laws when he took planes chartered by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers to the Grey Cup in 2023 and 2024, the province’s ethics commissioner found Wednesday.http://dlvr.it/TMkG0B
The federal Justice Department says Justice Minister Sean Fraser, Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree and Canada’s fentanyl czar, Kevin Brosseau, held a “productive first meeting” with U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi in Washington on Wednesday afternoon.http://dlvr.it/TMkBHt
Provincial police said Saturday morning there is a disturbance in the area of Onondaga Road and Sixth Line in the First Nations community, located about 25 kilometres southeast of Brantford.http://dlvr.it/TMmnm8
ICYMI: Veteran rocker characterises US administration as fascistic in song recorded at Chicago sound check Neil Young has released a new song lambasting Donald Trump, entitled Big Crime. The Canadian-American rocker has long been a critic of the US president, suing him (but later dropping the lawsuit) over the use of his songs at campaign… Read more: Neil Young confronts Donald Trump in new song Big Crime: ‘Don’t want soldiers on the streets’
Fears around a possible recession and widespread job loss dissuaded a lot of people from making home-buying decisions this summer. Will the chill continue into the fall?http://dlvr.it/TMmlY0
The Kelowna man describes the incidents as more than just pranks, saying the teens aggressively bang on his home, yell profanities, and ride recklessly around the neighbourhood.http://dlvr.it/TMmlXR
Watch the online news edition of Global Okanagan at 5:30 p.m.http://dlvr.it/TMmlWs
There’s heightened emphasis on the role climate change may play in the spread of legionnaires’ disease as London, Ont., deals with its second deadly outbreak since the summer of 2024. The Public Health Agency of Canada reports rising infection rates, while experts say most infections are never reported.http://dlvr.it/TMmj9r
Hudson’s Bay landlords are back in court Friday, where they’re arguing a B.C. billionaire doesn’t have the cash needed to launch a new retailer.http://dlvr.it/TMmRH1
A First Nations woman is being sued for calling four women “pretendians,” with the plaintiffs seeking more than $500,000 in damages and retractions to the heavily publicized comments made about them.http://dlvr.it/TMmQ6j
ICYMI: Stretch of Lake Huron shore was promised to Saugeen people in 1854 treaty with crown but was wrongly omitted from map A stretch of beach will be returned to a First Nation in Canada 170 years after it was mistakenly omitted from its reserve. The sandy sliver of land measures less than two miles… Read more: Beach returned to First Nation after 170 years following Canada legal battle
Hotels and restaurants are ready for the 60th Labour Day Classic.http://dlvr.it/TMmPwm
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington, D.C., in a split decision, said Trump exceeded his authority as president by imposing the tariffs.http://dlvr.it/TMmPwl
The City of Saskatoon has been dealing with numerous drug overdoses this year. Another recent spike in the area — 84 cases since Aug. 17 — has organizations sounding the alarm.http://dlvr.it/TMmPwj
Businessman who did what he could to revitalise British shipbuilding and motor manufacturing in the 1980s before returning to his native Canada Sir Graham Day, who has died aged 92, was a tough Nova Scotian with a strong sense of public duty who struggled to “save the saveable” from the wreck of two of the… Read more: Sir Graham Day obituary
Parents of a 19-year-old man found dead in the Scarborough Town Centre are reeling with grief and say they do not know why anybody would want to hurt their son.http://dlvr.it/TMmP8m
Hyatt Hotels Corporation have announced the completion of Grand Hyatt Singapore’s multi-year transformation. The redesigned destination in Orchard Road debuts as a Grand Living Room and Wellness Haven, seamlessly blending design, culture, gastronomy, wellbeing, and sustainability initiatives. “As one of Singapore’s original international hotels, Grand Hyatt Singapore has always been a place to stay and… Read more: Grand Hyatt Singapore Celebrates Grand Reopening Following Multi-Year Transformation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation have announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown, which marks the return of the Hyatt Regency brand to Kuala Lumpur and represents the seventh Hyatt hotel in the city, further expanding Hyatt’s brand footprint in key markets around the world. Ideally positioned in the vibrant core of KL… Read more: Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown Debuts
Dead fish, strange odours and a copper tinge to the Kaministiquia River have been common sightings in the past week for regular users of Neste boat launch and its adjacent walking paths. Ontario’s Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has confirmed the cause to be an effluent leak from the Thunder Bay Pulp and… Read more: Dead fish, strange odours and a copper tinge after reported spill on Thunder Bay’s Kam River
The Old Mariners Church in Detroit, Mich., was a fitting place to honour an epic journey for a group of swimmers. A day earlier, they also finished a swim that followed the intended route of the Edmund Fitzgerald to mark the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the American freighter.http://dlvr.it/TMmL07
The hailstorm that slammed the Brooks area, southeast of Calgary, on Aug. 20 is expected to cost millions in crop damage alone, according to insurance providers.http://dlvr.it/TMmK4J
Nova Scotians can return to the woods in parts of the province. Premier Tim Houston said Friday that a provincewide ban would end for some areas at 4 p.m., but the ban remains for several counties. The burn ban remains in place.http://dlvr.it/TMmJD0
The community of Behchokǫ̀, N.W.T., is setting up around 200 cots for evacuees from Whatı̀ after officials ordered Whatı̀ residents to evacuate their community due to a nearby wildfire. http://dlvr.it/TMmJBH
The Calgary man who killed himself during a three-hour standoff Thursday that began after he shot at police was facing trials on a number of organized crime-related offences and had recently cut off his ankle monitor, CBC News has learned.http://dlvr.it/TMmH5x
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A small town south of Quebec City is keeping a close eye on its fire hydrants after 41,000 litres of water werestolen in the middle of the night. Provincial police say they will monitor the area to prevent similar incidents.http://dlvr.it/TMmF04
The stabbing of a Jewish woman in broad daylight at an Ottawa grocery store has prompted public officials including Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford to speak out against what they’re calling a disturbing act of violence in the community.http://dlvr.it/TMmBfC
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on the federal government to amend the Criminal Code so that the use of force is presumed reasonable when used against a person who illegally enters a house and poses a threat to people inside.http://dlvr.it/TMm5sT
Divorce is not an end but a beginning, says Rafia Afi, who gets women together to change ideas about toxic marriages On the bus making its way through Kerala to the misty hills of Vagamon, a group of 15 women, many wearing hijabs and dupattas, with colourful shirts pulled over jeans, hum a melodious tune,… Read more: ‘Too many women choose death over divorce’: the Indian retreats taking the shame out of separation
The chair of the board of directors of the Trans Mountain Corporation will be the CEO of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Major Projects Office, according to a senior government source.http://dlvr.it/TMm4nP
With the majority of B.C. having been settled without treaties or the consent of First Nations, Indigenous people in the province have taken to the courts to affirm their rights and title, resulting in landmark cases that are studied around the world.http://dlvr.it/TMlz6T
A Montreal man says he waited for adapted transit for three hours on the side of an Ontario highway after an accident, and he wants the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) to improve its towing policy for people with disabilities.http://dlvr.it/TMlz4V
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About 80 per cent of Canada’s land mass saw an increase in its plant hardiness zone, mostly of about half a zone to one full zone.http://dlvr.it/TMlsDb
About 80 per cent of Canada’s land mass saw an increase in its plant hardiness zone, mostly of about half a zone to one full zone.http://dlvr.it/TMlsDb
Watch the online news edition of Global Okanagan at 5:30 p.m.http://dlvr.it/TMlsDQ
Veteran rocker characterises US administration as fascistic in song recorded at Chicago sound check Neil Young has released a new song lambasting Donald Trump, entitled Big Crime. The Canadian-American rocker has long been a critic of the US president, suing him (but later dropping the lawsuit) over the use of his songs at campaign rallies… Read more: Neil Young confronts Donald Trump in new song Big Crime: ‘Don’t want soldiers on the streets’
The provincial government is arguing to the Supreme Court of Canada that the Constitution does not require New Brunswick’s lieutenant-governor to be bilingual.http://dlvr.it/TMlm3x
An international graduate student is frustrated and says his future is in limbo as he waits to get a study permit he applied for in May to start a master’s program at Western University in London, Ont. He’s not alone, due to delays in processing times from Immigration Canada, which has new rules for international… Read more: International student at Western ‘completely stuck’ waiting months for study permit amid new Canadian rules
As of Friday, Canada’s small businesses can no longer ship small packages to the U.S. duty-free — and some online sellers are worried that their companies won’t survive the hit.http://dlvr.it/TMlkD6
Newfoundland and Labrador is expected to become part of Canadian space history on Friday, when the first commercial rocket launch in the country takes off from near St. Lawrence.http://dlvr.it/TMlkB2
More faculty positions are being cut at post-secondary schools across the province, like Langara College and Kwantlen Polytechnic University, as a result of new government policies that limit international students.http://dlvr.it/TMlcLB
A man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant was found dead inside a home in the northwest neighbourhood of Rosedale after police say he shot at officers who tried to make an arrest.http://dlvr.it/TMlYDl
A list confirmed by CBC News shows titles like The Handmaid’s Tale and Brave New World are among books to be pulled. The development comes after a policy from Alberta’s education minister outlines new rules governing books in school libraries as of Oct. 1.http://dlvr.it/TMlWL5
SUN is sounding alarms over staff shortages and out-of-date equipment in maternity wards in both Regina and Saskatoon hospitals.http://dlvr.it/TMlPRJ
AI is being used by more and more Canadians, but while many say they’re comfortable using it, a majority say governments need to regulate it for safety.http://dlvr.it/TMlPRG
Nova Scotia’s Long Lake wildfire destroys 20 homes in Annapolis Valley; officials say no lives lost as crews fight to contain the blaze.http://dlvr.it/TMlPR9
Stretch of Lake Huron shore was promised to Saugeen people in 1854 treaty with crown but was wrongly omitted from map A stretch of beach will be returned to a First Nation in Canada 170 years after it was mistakenly omitted from its reserve. The sandy sliver of land measures less than two miles long,… Read more: Beach returned to First Nation after 170 years following Canada legal battle
Rotana, one of the region’s leading hotel management companies, has launched its fully reimagined rotana.com, elevating the guest booking experience through AI-driven journeys and mobile-first design. This transformation is part of Rotana’s broader digital strategy aimed at strengthening direct booking channels and deepening guest engagement through data-driven insight.http://dlvr.it/TMlMW1
Amara Hotels & Resorts introduces a refreshed slate of local experiences across its three properties in the region, Amara Singapore, Amara Sanctuary Sentosa, and Amara Bangkok. These curated programmes are designed to reintroduce guests to the rich textures and authentic spirit of their surrounding neighbourhoods.http://dlvr.it/TMlMVj
A new incarnation of Zellers is set to open in Edmonton’s Londonderry Mall, after the defunct Hudson’s Bay Company transferred the discount retailer’s brand trademarks to the owner of Fairweather and International Clothiers, according to federal registries.http://dlvr.it/TMlM6J
Anti-smoking advocates urged the provinces and territories to use money from a historic tobacco settlement on public health programs as the provinces are set to receive initial amounts starting Friday.http://dlvr.it/TMlKgb
A showdown between Hudson’s Bay and a group of landlords opposing the retailer’s push to sell about two dozen of its leases to a B.C. billionaire got underway in court today. The battle has been simmering ever since the Bay announced in May that it had selected Ruby Liu to buy 28 of its leases. http://dlvr.it/TMlKB5
The City of Stratford is asking residents for help finding five of six swans that went missing from the Avon River. Crews and residents first noticed the swans were gone last week.http://dlvr.it/TMlHgN
The Nova Scotia government has confirmed 20 homes were destroyed last weekend in the Annapolis County wildfire.http://dlvr.it/TMlH0V
It was the crash that launched a thousand quips — and yes, it really happened. A driver collided with a driver examination centre in southwestern Ontario.http://dlvr.it/TMlGJY
Students from London’s Western University are in northern Ontario this week to launch an infrared camera the size of the tennis ball into the Earth’s stratosphere.http://dlvr.it/TMlG90
A key figure in the 2022 “Freedom Convoy” who’s seeking asylum in the United States is being sought on a Canada-wide warrant after he failed to appear in court in Ottawa to face criminal charges for his role in the protest.http://dlvr.it/TMlG2W
Craig Michael Thompson has been convicted of securities fraud and ordered to pay $8.8 million in penalties and costs by the Alberta Securities Commission.http://dlvr.it/TMlFqx
The Diageo plant in Amherstburg will be closing in the new year, as part of what the company called an effort to “increase efficiency.”http://dlvr.it/TMlFRQ
A large sinkhole has closed an east end intersection in Toronto and flooded at least two basements following a water main break late Wednesday night, the city says.http://dlvr.it/TMlCXP
Finance Minister Nate Horner says softening oil prices mean this year’s projected budget deficit is expected to grow by $1.3 billion, and will now finish at $6.5 billion in the red when the fiscal year ends next spring.http://dlvr.it/TMl80w
A group of former politicians and bureaucrats are calling for the Churchill Falls MOU to be scrapped and started over, alleging the terms don’t favour Newfoundland and Labrador.http://dlvr.it/TMl6Vk
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reports a sharp rise in electronic device searches at crossings, raising concerns about privacy, discrimination and harsher scrutiny of Canadians. “There’s a lot of fear going into the United States,” a Toronto-based immigration lawyer says.http://dlvr.it/TMl66b
Loud cheers for mass deportations and Alberta separation were the peaks of an otherwise tame and quiet town hall for Premier Danielle Smith’s Alberta Next Panel in Lloydminster.http://dlvr.it/TMl5Ny
The Quebec government intends to present a bill banning prayer in public. Jean-François Roberge, the minister responsible for state laicity, said Thursday that the “proliferation of street prayer is a serious and sensitive issue.”http://dlvr.it/TMl4fc
A dozen people were taken to hospital after two boats collided on Okanagan Lake near the William R. Bennett Bridge in Kelowna Wednesday night, according to B.C. Emergency Health Services.http://dlvr.it/TMl3yj
The singer’s breakups were anthems for emotionally bruised youth. Now she’s happy, I look forward to hearing yet more poundingly relatable lyrics – based on real, lasting love • Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announce engagement on social media Taylor Swift wrote today’s headlines when she was only 17 with her country hit Love Story:… Read more: Taylor Swift’s romantic travails were the soundtrack to mine. What does her engagement mean for fans’ love lives? | Hollie Richardson
Ford Motor is recalling 52,547 vehicles in Canada and nearly 500,000 vehicles in the U.S over a brake fluid leak issue, the company confirmed on Thursday.http://dlvr.it/TMkxKM
The report shows 34 per cent of youth respondents said they have engaged in at least one of eight gambling or gaming activities for money, such as buying in-game items and betting on sports, in-person or online.http://dlvr.it/TMkwnk
Schools in Brandon and Winnipeg are making room in their classrooms for hundreds of children displaced by wildfires who won’t be back home for the first bell of the fall term.http://dlvr.it/TMktVk
Schools in Brandon and Winnipeg are making room in their classrooms for hundreds of children displaced by wildfires who won’t be back home for the first bell of the fall term.http://dlvr.it/TMktVk
Thunder Bay, Ont., has the highest opioid-related death rate in the province. Ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day on Sunday, here’s how people in the northwestern Ontario city are marking the event, as they share stories of personal losses as well as hopes for more resources to address the crisis.http://dlvr.it/TMkqxx
ICYMI: Two such groups claim they persuaded Alberta to institute sweeping public school book ban Socially conservative “parents’ rights” groups that have emerged as powerfully political lobbying groups in the US are quickly gaining ground in Canada, academics and free speech advocates say, after two such groups claimed they had persuaded Alberta to institute a… Read more: ‘Parents’ rights’ groups gain ground in Canada amid Alberta book ban
A man told U.S. agents he flew his drone to record the beauty of Florida nature, sunrises and cruise ships. Federal agents found photos and videos of classified Space Force sites.http://dlvr.it/TMkpfs
Edmonton businesses are feeling the ‘Swifty’ boost. From local record stores, to sports team and bars hosting a themed night, Taylor Swift fans keep flocking in.http://dlvr.it/TMkpfd
Construction is slated to begin on 22 Street S.W. in Marda Loop, but a nearby business says crews had already worked on the same street last year.http://dlvr.it/TMkpdd
Thousands of people stood in line for hours — some even waiting overnight — for a clothing sale in Vancouver this week, in what one consumer expert says is a reflection of clever marketing and the cost-of-living crisis.http://dlvr.it/TMkkWp
A coroner’s jury has delivered its findings after three days of testimony into the death of 14-year-old Brandon Schafer-Kovacs. The teen died in the care of the Ministry of Social Services while living in a Saskatoon group home. http://dlvr.it/TMkjl9
An independent committee’s 50 recommendations to Quebec are drawing criticism from some community leaders such as Farida Mohamed, who said the rights and economic freedom of Muslim women would be violated.http://dlvr.it/TMkjZC
After a summer that’s seen several island fires and one cottage burn to the ground, a program from Leeds 1000 Islands Fire Service that teaches residents how to use portable pumps is seeing a surge in interest.http://dlvr.it/TMkjYy
Nearly two years after a 19-year-old Nigerian international student was shot and killed by a Winnipeg police officer during a mental health crisis, Alberta’s police watchdog says there are “no reasonable grounds” to charge the officer with a criminal offence.http://dlvr.it/TMkjWY
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A new report released today found that, while globally air pollution levels were somewhat flat, Canada experienced its worst pollution since 1998, with more than half of Canadians breathing air that surpassed our national standard.http://dlvr.it/TMkc4C
Jay Hector’s introduction to solar panels began with a knock on the door of his Calgary home — and ended with an oversized bill when he learned he’d paid more than triple the going rate. He’s warning people to do their research, even as industry insiders say “high-pressure” sales tactics are a challenge facing the sector.http://dlvr.it/TMkc44
In June, a 40-year-old mother died days after giving birth. Her family believes medical staff at Mississauga’s Credit Valley Hospital didn’t act quickly enough when she first presented signs of sepsis.http://dlvr.it/TMkc3t
Competition to build Canada’s new fleet of submarines kicked up a notch Wednesday with the South Korean bidder reiterating its pledge to deliver more boats faster than its German rival.http://dlvr.it/TMkc24
A group of orcas thrilled a party of friends on the waters of Howe Sound in B.C.http://dlvr.it/TMkZkk
Mark Maki said there should be ample pipeline space to get Canadian crude oil to market until at least 2030, without the need for a new project.http://dlvr.it/TMkT6Q
The Lindsay, Ont., man charged in an early-morning break-in last week wielded a crossbow in the incident and was out on probation at the time, according to court documents filed Wednesday.http://dlvr.it/TMkLWX
Meghan Yelland and Michael Zeaman are about to welcome a new baby and had just set up a nursery in their home when they received the devastating news.http://dlvr.it/TMkKfJ
Meghan Yelland and Michael Zeaman are about to welcome a new baby and had just set up a nursery in their home when they received the devastating news.http://dlvr.it/TMkKfJ
Meghan Yelland and Michael Zeaman are about to welcome a new baby and had just set up a nursery in their home when they received the devastating news.http://dlvr.it/TMkKfJ
Meghan Yelland and Michael Zeaman are about to welcome a new baby and had just set up a nursery in their home when they received the devastating news.http://dlvr.it/TMkKfJ
A man and a woman, both in their 30s, are missing after police were called to respond to an overturned canoe in Kananaskis Country, Alta., on Tuesday.http://dlvr.it/TMkKF8
Latin America has become an increasingly attractive destination for travelers seeking to combine business with leisure—a growing trend known as bleisure. With its vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and expanding infrastructure for meetings and events, many cities in the region offer the perfect balance between productivity and relaxation. Marriott International, with its diverse portfolio of hotels… Read more: Discover the Best “Bleisure” Destinations in Latin America
The Yukon’s capital city, Whitehorse, welcomes a striking new addition with the opening of Hyatt Place Whitehorse, the brand’s first property in Canada’s North and only the second purpose-built hotel to open in Whitehorse in more than 50 years. Whitehorse is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, culture vultures, culinary aficionados and history buffs. Known as… Read more: Hyatt Place Whitehorse Opens Its Doors in Canada’s Yukon
Connor McDavid felt what it meant to be an Olympian as he looked around at Canada’s broader hockey team. The Edmonton Oilers’ captain was among 92 NHL, women’s and Para hockey players summoned to a three-day orientation camp in Calgary to prepare for 2026 Winter Games in Milan and Cortina, Italy.http://dlvr.it/TMkJM5
Canadian romance author Carley Fortune has announced that her fifth novel, Our Perfect Storm, will be published on May 5, 2026.http://dlvr.it/TMkHCr
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew did not violate provincial conflict of interest laws when he took planes chartered by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers to the Grey Cup in 2023 and 2024, the province’s ethics commissioner found Wednesday.http://dlvr.it/TMkG0B
The federal Justice Department says Justice Minister Sean Fraser, Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree and Canada’s fentanyl czar, Kevin Brosseau, held a “productive first meeting” with U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi in Washington on Wednesday afternoon.http://dlvr.it/TMkBHt
RCMP say a man has died after being found unconscious at the Prince Rupert Summer Carnival Tuesday night.http://dlvr.it/TMk96l
