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BC SPCA pet food banks struggle to keep up with rising demand
An increase in demand and an early start to the wildfire season in British Columbia have the BC SPCA struggling to stock its pet food banks.
28 May 2023 | Canada -
Canada’s banks are guarding against bad loans. What this means for your money
Nestled in the balance sheets of Canada’s biggest banks are fears that the economy is set for a rough patch that could see more Canadians defaulting on their loans.
28 May 2023 | Economy -
Record turnout as thousands of bikers rally at Polo Park for 15th annual Ride for Dad
Thousands of motorcycles flooded into Polo Park on Saturday morning for the 15th annual Ride for Dad and according to organizers of the event, it was a record turno…
28 May 2023 | Canada -
Alberta election: How close will the election be in Calgary?
Polls in Calgary are expected to be tight, and voters are already feeling the heat.
28 May 2023 | Politics -
Turning potato peels into yoga pants? Yes, Ontario researchers want to do that
Researchers in Ontario say they are working on plans to turn food waste, such as potato peels and corn stalks, into plastic and nylon that can be used to create eve…
26 May 2023 | Canada -
Man wanted on weapons charges known to frequent Peterborough area
A man known to frequent the Peterborough area is wanted for a number of charges.
26 May 2023 | Canada -
Safe sport reform is just getting started. But are some sports more prone to abuse?
The work done so far to raise standards and tackle abuse in sports isn’t the end of the story.
26 May 2023 | Sports -
Interior Health issues alert for street drug in Kelowna
Interior Health has issued an alert for a street drug in Kelowna.
26 May 2023 | Health -
Alberta election: ‘Steady stream’ of voters hitting advance polls in Lethbridge
Advance voting is proving a popular choice for Alberta voters during the 2023 provincial election and Lethbridge is no exception.
26 May 2023 | Politics -
Kingston, Ont. residents frustrated over halted sewage expansion project
Kingston residents voiced their frustration Wednesday night during a briefing on plans to resume infrastructure work along Front Road and King Street.
26 May 2023 | Canada -
First look at revamped Saskatchewan Rattlers afforded at training camp
With less than a week to go before their first game of the 2023 Canadian Elite Basketball League season, the Saskatchewan Rattlers are a work in progress according …
26 May 2023 | Sports -
Suspect sought in $75,000 fraud case involving stolen credit, debit cards in Burnaby
Police are searching for the suspect in a fraud case that left a victim $75,000 in the red late last year.
26 May 2023 | Canada -
Edmonton festival organizers optimistic for record year despite challenges
It’s that time of year again when Edmonton — also known as Canada’s “festival city” — is gearing up for another fun-filled summer.
26 May 2023 | Canada -
Penticton, B.C. rainbow crosswalk vandalized 24-hours after installation
Less than 24 hours after a two-spirit rainbow crosswalk was installed in Penticton, B.C., negative comments began to circulate on social media and the installation …
26 May 2023 | Canada -
New resource helps college students find work, overseas study opportunities
A resource hub for students to find work and overseas study opportunities held a launch party Thursday on St. Lawrence College’s Kingston campus.
26 May 2023 | Canada -
Lake Country art collector shares collection in art exhibition
Brian Gervais says the painting he is hanging on the walls of an old church in preparation for an art show saved his life.
26 May 2023 | Canada -
Paralyzed man can walk again with new brain and spine implants
Gert-Jan Oskam, a 40-year-old man from the Netherlands, is able to walk for the first time in 12 years.
25 May 2023 | Health -
Canada’s intelligence sharing shortcomings exposed in Johnston report
Special rapporteur David Johnston found in his first report on foreign interference that Canada’s public safety minister does not have access to top-secret emails t…
25 May 2023 | Politics -
Military police watchdog to probe how case against Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin was handled
The military police watchdog is launching a probe into how investigators handled a historical sexual-assault allegation against a senior officer who was a central f…
24 May 2023 | Politics -
Radio host finds home in B.C. after release from Hong Kong prison
Edmund Wan, recently released from a Hong Kong prison, says he feels at ease in Vancouver.
22 May 2023 | Politics -
Revolutionary health app by Canadian doctor on the brink of helping space missions
An app designed by a doctor at Charles-Lemoyne hospital in Montreal is dramatically improving patient care.
22 May 2023 | Health -
Biden to meet McCarthy on Monday as debt ceiling deadline nears
President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy will meet in person on Monday as the government races against a looming deadline to raise America’s debt limit …
22 May 2023 | Economy -
Bail reform will help, but not solve, ‘complex’ rising crime issue: minister
Canada’s justice minister is defending the government’s new bail reform legislation against criticism it doesn’t go far enough or may fail a Charter challenge, sayi…
21 May 2023 | Politics -
The West Block — Episode 35, Season 12
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BBQ season is here. How to stay safe as the risk of food-borne illness spikes
As barbecue season heats up across the country, a food safety expert is warning Canadians of bacterial hazards that may accompany the smoky aromas and sizzling gril…
21 May 2023 | Health -
Calgary police issue warrants to man allegedly threatening women on online dating sites
The Calgary Police Service has issued numerous warrants for a man who allegedly threatened women he met through online dating sites.
21 May 2023 | Canada -
Southern Alberta Blackfoot Resource Hub an urban cultural sanctuary
Since launching in November of 2022, the Blackfoot Resource Hub in Lethbridge, Alta., has ramped up programming catered to the urban Indigenous community.
21 May 2023 | Canada -
Edmonton air quality stalls May long weekend plans for businesses, families
Air quality in much of Alberta is staggeringly high as smoke from volatile wildfires sweeps across the province. In Edmonton Saturday the air quality was at a 10-pl…
21 May 2023 | Canada -
Calgary firefighters respond to house fire in northeast
Calgary fire crews responded to a structure fire in the northeast neighbourhood of Castleridge on Saturday afternoon.
21 May 2023 | Canada -
Racers gear up for 64th annual Knox Mountain Hill Climb
The May long weekend is often said to be the unofficial start to summer, but in Kelowna it signals the start of an annual tradition.
21 May 2023 | Canada -
Thousands gather for Sikh celebration in Saskatoon
Saskatoon’s Sikh community is spending the long weekend celebrating its culture during the Nagar Kirtan parade and festival.
21 May 2023 | Canada -
B.C. weather: 22 new daily records as heat, sunshine continue
A week-long trend of daily temperature records being set across B.C. continued on Friday.
21 May 2023 | Canada -
Massive blaze at Winnipeg apartment block displaces up to 180 people, sends firefighter to hospital
A massive fire at a Winnipeg apartment block has forced up to 180 residents from their home.
20 May 2023 | Canada -
Mountcastle powers Orioles past Blue Jays 6-2
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays’ vaunted offence has been sputtering against divisional rivals this week but manager John Schneider is preaching patience in the clu…
20 May 2023 | Sports -
Tiger Woods’ ex-girlfriend must abide by NDA in $40M lawsuit, judge rules
A Florida judge ruled late Wednesday that the ex-girlfriend of pro golfer Tiger Woods will have to abide by a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) she allegedly signed du…
20 May 2023 | Sports -
Leafs fire GM Kyle Dubas after 5 seasons to end stunning, roller coaster week
Brendan Shanahan started the week wanting to keep Kyle Dubas in the fold.
20 May 2023 | Sports -
Jays slugger Guerrero Jr. still nursing sore knee
TORONTO – Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was not in the starting lineup for Thursday’s game against the New York Yankees due to a sore right knee.
19 May 2023 | Sports -
Toronto shows off its look and hopes for staging the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Standing in the middle of BMO Field, with 2026 World Cup graphics adorning the stadium, Jonathan Osorio could only imagine what having the men’s soccer showcase in …
19 May 2023 | Sports -
Judge homers again as Yanks top Blue Jays 4-2
TORONTO – Missed opportunities proved costly for the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday night as Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees took full advantage.
19 May 2023 | Sports -
$100,000 donated towards prostate cancer research in Kelowna, B.C.
Each year across the Okanagan, motorcyclists strap on their helmets and ride for a cause, which is raising money for prostate cancer research.
18 May 2023 | Canada -
Man seriously injured after shooting at Coquitlam strip mall: RCMP
Police tape covered a strip mall in Coquitlam near David Avenue and Coast Meridian Road after a brazen shooting around 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, according to Coquitlam R…
18 May 2023 | Canada -
Jays slugger Guerrero day to day with sore knee
TORONTO – Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was not in the starting lineup for Wednesday’s home game against the New York Yankees due to a sore right kn…
18 May 2023 | Sports -
Republicans sidestep George Santos expulsion vote by sending to committee
A resolution to expel Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., from Congress was referred to the House Ethics Committee on Wednesday as Republicans successfully sidestepped an e…
18 May 2023 | Politics -
Jansen hits walkoff homer as Jays top Yankees
TORONTO – Danny Jansen hit a three-run homer in the 10th inning to give the Toronto Blue Jays a 3-0 walkoff win over the New York Yankees on Wednesday night.
18 May 2023 | Sports -
Dix says no gag order on doctors amid warning of ‘crisis’ at Surrey Memorial Hospital
B.C.’s health minister says there’s no gag order on doctors at the province’s busiest hospital.
18 May 2023 | Health -
Peg City Car Co-op adds vehicles, launches new service
A popular Winnipeg car-sharing service is adding cars and a new service to its arsenal.
18 May 2023 | Canada -
Peterborough Petes hang on for Game 4 win in OHL Championship
The Peterborough Petes held off a furious comeback attempt by the London Knights to win 5-3 and take a three games to one lead in the Ontario Hockey League Champion…
18 May 2023 | Sports -
Judge homer lifts Yankees over Blue Jays
TORONTO – Sticky stuff. A dugout quarrel. Growing tension between division rivals and no shortage of drama.
17 May 2023 | Sports -
Inflation surprise puts Bank of Canada in a ‘tough spot’ for rate hikes
The annual rate of inflation rose slightly in April as Canadians paid more at the gas pumps, bucking a streak that had seen price pressures easing year over year si…
16 May 2023 | Economy -
Landslide on Highway 97 near Summerland cleared for single lane traffic
A landslide swept across Highway 97 near Summerland Monday evening, closing the road in both directions but within hours it was re-opened to single lane traffic.
16 May 2023 | Canada