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Calgary city council wants Alberta government to regulate personal e-scooters
Amid growing popularity of privately-owned electric scooters, Calgary city council plans to advocate the provincial government to update rules around the popular pe…
10 May 2023 | Canada -
Leafs try to block out the noise facing elimination: ‘We don’t listen to you guys’
SUNRISE, Fla. — Mitch Marner has repeatedly pointed out how little attention he pays to anything that doesn’t emanate from inside the Maple Leafs’ orbit.
10 May 2023 | Sports -
Woman who lost $35K in distraction theft feels ‘victimized’ twice after bank denies reimbursement
A Calgary woman who recently fell victim to a so-called “distraction theft” says she feels victimized twice since it happened back in early March: first, during the…
10 May 2023 | Canada -
ANALYSIS: What makes a ‘generational’ hockey star?
One of the most anticipated evenings in the NHL in recent memory takes place Monday in Secaucus, N.J.: the 2023 draft lottery to determine which team will select Co…
08 May 2023 | Sports -
Edmonton makes resources available to 1,500 registered evacuees
More than 1,500 people have registered at the Edmonton reception centre as of Sunday afternoon after fleeing their homes and communities due to wildfire risk.
08 May 2023 | Canada -
Pop culture takes centre stage at Saskatoon Entertainment Expo
Saskatoon’s biggest pop culture event of the year has officially wrapped.
08 May 2023 | Canada -
‘The justice system failed us’: One-year anniversary memorial marks Coquitlam stabbing death
Family and friends gathered at the spot to remember Anton Ossipchuk and make a call for justice, Sunday.
08 May 2023 | Canada -
Hundreds of kids get hooked on fishing in Vernon
There’s nothing quite like catching your first fish at Vernon’s Polson Park this weekend, with the odds are stacked in the kids’ favour.
08 May 2023 | Canada -
Shelter-in-place order lifted for ‘armed and dangerous’ suspect in Ponoka County: police
RCMP lifted Monday a critical alert and shelter-in-place order that was put in place for Ponoka County Sunday evening.
08 May 2023 | Canada -
Canuck Place mother and child team up to tackle BMO Vancouver Marathon to raise funds
As 13-year-old Charlie-Anne Cox approaches the finish line at the BMO Vancouver Marathon, she’s got one thing on her mind — faster. And with team “Charlie’s Angels …
08 May 2023 | Canada -
Community walks to support palliative care centre
Most people don’t think of end of life care for their loved ones and the grief of losing someone until they have to, which was the case for Jessica Siynor a few yea…
08 May 2023 | Canada -
Edmonton Oilers score early and often in Game 2 against Vegas
The Edmonton Oilers racked up four goals in the first period on the way to a 5-1 win over the Vegas Golden Knights Saturday night.
07 May 2023 | Sports -
Armstrong Tulip Festival returns with more flowers than ever
This is the second year of the Armstrong Bloom Flower Festivals’ Tulip Festival.
07 May 2023 | Canada -
Okanagan Falls residents on evacuation alert watching creek levels closely
Some residents in Okanagan Falls are watching water levels in Shuttleworth Creek closely, after an evacuation alert was issued for properties directly adjacent to t…
07 May 2023 | Canada -
King Charles’ coronation is hours away. Who’s performing in London and Ottawa?
The British capital is gearing up for the biggest royal spectacle in 70 years with the coronation of King Charles III.
06 May 2023 | Canada -
Trudeau tells Poilievre to ‘wake up,’ urges Liberal convention to reject populism
Canadians chose hope over fear and anger in 2015 and they will be faced with that choice again the next time they go to the polls, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sai…
05 May 2023 | Politics -
Ed Sheeran found not liable for copying Marvin Gaye song
A jury has found Ed Sheeran not liable in a case of copyright infringement, determining that he did not plagiarize elements of Marvin Gaye’s soul classic Let’s Get …
05 May 2023 | Canada -
From tent to motel: The story of a Halifax man’s homelessness journey
Michel Babineau finally feels like he’s back on his feet.
05 May 2023 | Canada -
Could Fox News be banned from Canadian airwaves? CRTC weighs call
The CRTC has launched a public consultation on whether to ban Fox News from Canadian airwaves after a complaint over incendiary comments made about LGBTQ2 people on…
05 May 2023 | Politics -
Antibiotic resistant bacteria can spread in an unexpected way — through clouds
Bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics can live on the surfaces of plants or within the soil, but they can also survive in clouds, meaning they can travel thous…
04 May 2023 | Health -
Shopify stock soars as it cuts staff again. Here’s what to know
Shares of Shopify Inc. surged Thursday after the company posted a surprise first-quarter profit and said it would reduce its headcount by 23 per cent.
04 May 2023 | Economy -
World’s 1st RSV vaccine approved in U.S. for adults aged 60 and up
The world’s first vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday.
04 May 2023 | Health -
CSIS must inform government of threats targeting MPs, families: Trudeau
Canada’s intelligence agency must inform the government if there are threats made against any MP or their family, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says.
04 May 2023 | Politics -
Police seek stabbing suspect tied to attack involving man rummaging through garbage in Hamilton
Police are seeking a suspect in mid-April stabbing incident in Hamilton, Ont.
03 May 2023 | Canada -
Winnipeg Ice breeze past Blades, one win away from advancing to WHL final
The Winnipeg Ice are one win away from advancing to the WHL Championship Series.
03 May 2023 | Sports -
Five people taken to hospital after Transcona house fire
Five people were taken to hospital in stable condition after a house fire in Transcona Tuesday night.
03 May 2023 | Canada -
As Leafs, Oilers progress in playoffs, sports betting is ‘through the roof’
As the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs continue in the NHL playoffs, sports betting numbers have been “through the roof” since its legalization a year ago, …
02 May 2023 | Sports -
Gordon Lightfoot, legendary Canadian singer-songwriter, dead at 84
Gordon Lightfoot, often called Canada’s greatest songwriter and known worldwide as one of the founding fathers of folk-rock, has died at age 84, a representative fo…
02 May 2023 | Canada -
S&P/TSX composite dips on Monday, U.S. stock markets also slip
Weakness in energy stocks drove Canada’s main stock index to dip on Monday, while U.S. stock markets also fell to start the trading week.
02 May 2023 | Economy -
Grand & Toy launches ‘brand refresh’ as retailer adapts to changing workplace
Grand & Toy invented next-day delivery, so the story goes.
01 May 2023 | Canada -
A doctor’s new sidekick? How ChatGPT may change the role of physicians
The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots has opened up new possibilities for doctors and patients — but the technology also comes with the risk of mis…
30 Apr 2023 | Health -
Volunteers help rebuild dunes lost to Hurricane Fiona in Shediac, N.B.
Roughly 30 volunteers spent their Saturday morning tying down Christmas trees on Belliveau Beach in Shediac in an effort to restore the dune system that was wiped o…
30 Apr 2023 | Canada -
Attention tinfoil hat people: Are these music-related conspiracies on your radar?
If you’ve been keeping up with world weirdness, you may have heard the recent theory that Mark David Chapman did not assassinate John Lennon. Just as with JFK in 19…
30 Apr 2023 | Canada -
University of Guelph reach finals of Deep Space Food Challenge
A team of University of Guelph science students are into the finals of a competition that aims to determine the best way to grow food in outer space.
30 Apr 2023 | Canada -
Canada halts Sudan air evacuations amid ‘dangerous conditions’
As the violence in Sudan escalates, there are no further air evacuations planned for Canadians in the conflict-ridden African nation, Defence Minister Anita Anand h…
30 Apr 2023 | Politics -
Dylan Mulvaney speaks out on Bud Light controversy: ‘Dehumanization has never fixed anything’
Social media influencer Dylan Mulvaney has been bombarded by hateful rhetoric online since she partnered with Bud Light earlier this month, prompting widespread bac…
29 Apr 2023 | Canada -
Lightning down Toronto Maple Leafs 4-2 to force Game 6
TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs felt they were equal to the moment.
28 Apr 2023 | Sports -
Tax season: A look at repayment options if you owe money to the CRA
Getting an income tax refund can be a happy bonus for your household budget, but an unexpected tax bill can be an unpleasant surprise, especially if you don’t have …
27 Apr 2023 | Canada -
Sturgeon Lake fuel spill cleanup complete but some residents advised not to drink well water
Officials say a fuel tank on private property is to blame for a large fuel spill in Sturgeon Lake in the City of Kawartha Lakes in late March.
27 Apr 2023 | Canada -
Parents, students, alumni at odds with Vancouver School Board over Ideal Mini School relocation
he Vancouver School Board got an earful from Ideal Mini School parents, students and alumni Wednesday evening over its decision to relocate the school and its stude…
27 Apr 2023 | Canada -
Google’s parent Alphabet beats revenue expectations on ad, cloud strength
Alphabet Inc said on Tuesday it would buy back US$70 billion in stock and posted first-quarter revenue above estimates as demand rose for cloud services and ad sale…
26 Apr 2023 | Canada -
Cancer survivor taunted at Edmonton Oilers game in L.A. receives outpouring of support
After a cancer survivor was bullied while watching the Edmonton Oilers game in Los Angeles last weekend, the fan bases in both cities turned it into an opportunity …
26 Apr 2023 | Sports -
David’s Bridal: What to know as retailer granted creditor protection in Canada
David’s Bridal, the largest wedding gown store in North America, has filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S. for the second time in five years.
25 Apr 2023 | Canada -
Ottawa disputes PSAC claim of ‘incompetence,’ ‘disrespect’ stalling strike talks
The president of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) said Saturday that the union has not heard a response from the Treasury Board yet on a proposal for a …
23 Apr 2023 | Politics -
Good dogs! Meet the 4 canines named to animal hall of fame in Quebec
Four dogs have been honoured in Quebec for roles outside the home, including providing support in homeless shelters and helping to solve crime.
22 Apr 2023 | Canada -
New Brunswick residents told to avoid boating, kayaking along lower Saint John River
New Brunswick River Watch officials say some areas around the lower Saint John River are expected to see a decrease in water levels over the weekend.
21 Apr 2023 | Canada -
Canadian TV show Lost Car Rescue begins second season
One year ago, Matt Sager didn’t know what to expect.
21 Apr 2023 | Canada -
Canadians in Sudan must shelter in place as evacuations ‘impossible’: Joly
Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly said Thursday that Canada is unable to evacuate citizens from Sudan “at the moment” as deadly fighting between rival military …
21 Apr 2023 | Politics -
Joe Biden eyeing re-election bid announcement as soon as next week: reports
U.S. President Joe Biden may announce his re-election campaign by video as soon as Tuesday, two people familiar with the matter said on Thursday, setting the stage …
21 Apr 2023 | Politics -
MP Han Dong sues Global News for defamation over foreign interference report
Toronto MP Han Dong is suing Global News and its parent company, Corus Entertainment, over stories he says portrayed him as a “traitor” and a knowing participant in…
21 Apr 2023 | Politics