58 minutes ago Two men sought after getting involved in fight that led to stabbing: Toronto cops

The victim was stabbed during a fight last week but his injury was not life-threatening

Other

76 minutes ago Liberal leadership hopefuls could face hefty fees, short timelines: Sources

Sources say candidates will face $500Gs entry fee for potential March 1 leadership contest

Politics

64 minutes ago 549 Patients File Lawsuits Against Columbia University and OB/GYN Robert Hadden Citing Decades

NYC’s ‘Gender Motivated Violence Act’ Statute of Limitations Ends February 28, 2025 NEW YORK — The DiPietro Law Firm filed a new round of lawsuits on behalf of another 80 former patients of Columbia University and its felon OB/GYN Robert A. Hadden in the New York State Supreme Court. Today’s legal action brings the […]

Society

99 minutes ago Doug Ford pitches Trump on grand energy plan in effort to avoid tariffs

Premier wants to see Ontario's grid expanded to allow more energy to be sent to the U.S.

Economics

7 hours ago Vista Gold 2024 Achievements Advance Mt Todd as Leading Development Opportunity in the Gold Sector

DENVER — Vista Gold Corp. (NYSE American and TSX: VGZ) is pleased to provide a summary of its key accomplishments over the past year, highlighting the successful achievement of its 2024 objectives. Frederick H. Earnest, President and CEO of Vista, commented, “At the outset of 2024, we set objectives to efficiently position Mt Todd as […]

Sport

54 minutes ago Leah Remini ‘shattered’ by Scientology whistleblower Mike Rinder’s death

'Mike saved my life and the life of my daughter and he stood by me through battles that felt insurmountable,' Remini wrote of the loss of her friend and colleague.

Events

10 hours ago The Second Installment Featuring ‘Godzilla,’ TOKYO GODZILLAs, to Premiere Starting Saturday, November 30!

— Recognized by the Guinness World Records™ for “TOKYO Night & Light” — TOKYO — In an effort to revitalize nighttime tourism, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has been showcasing projection mapping art year-round at one of its iconic landmarks, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1. Using light and sound, this initiative has transformed […]

Culture

27 hours ago Achievers Launches Next Generation of Achievers App for Microsoft Teams

Built in collaboration with Microsoft engineers, Achievers debuts a new Achievers app for Microsoft Teams that empowers customers with custom branding and impactful real-time recognition capabilities TORONTO — Achievers, one of the leading recognition and reward platforms for employee experience, today announced the launch of the latest Achievers app for Microsoft Teams. The Achievers app […]

Technology

5 hours ago Breast Cancer Canada’s Path for 2025: Prioritizing Early Detection, Timely Access, and Breakthrough Research

National charity sets bold goals to address Canada’s breast cancer care gaps and improve patient outcomes. TORONTO — Breast Cancer Canada is committed to its mission to advance breast cancer research, advocate for equitable care, and alleviate the burdens facing patients and families. With a continued focus on Progress Through Research in 2025, Breast Cancer […]

Science

5 hours ago ANALYSIS: Jets’ Hellebuyck reaches another milestone in stellar career

To this point, Hellebuyck has earned everything he’s received, and the Jets have been the prime beneficiary in what is unfolding as a Hall of Fame career right before our eyes.

Transport

68 minutes ago Almost half of Canadians think there will be fewer jobs in their field in 2025: Poll

The poll also found that 62% think it will be difficult to find employment in the next six months

Other

85 minutes ago Biden casts doubt on his fitness to serve another four years days before term ends

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden, in a new interview days before he leaves office, cast doubt on his fitness to serve another four years even as he maintained that he could have won election to a second term. The outgoing Democratic president also told USA Today in the interview published Wednesday that he tried […]

Politics

2 hours ago School Support Staff Headed to Impasse, CUPE Members Frustrated With Province

HALIFAX-KJIPUKTUK, Nova Scotia — Tired of negotiations being dragged out, thousands of workers across Nova Scotia are demanding the provincial government respect the collective bargaining process. Almost a year into negotiations and progress has been repeatedly stalled by the Houston administration. All bargaining meetings were cancelled in November due to the snap-election. Negotiations briefly resumed […]

Society

1 hour ago Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. Completes Sale of Renewable Energy Business to LS Power

Marks key achievement in strategic transition to pure-play regulated utility OAKVILLE, Ontario — Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX/NYSE: AQN) (“AQN” or the “Company”) announced today it has completed the sale of its non-regulated renewable energy business (excluding the Company’s hydro fleet) to a wholly owned subsidiary of LS Power. “We are pleased with the […]

Economics

25 hours ago Sport Notes: London's NFL twins, London Lightning, Knights' silver lining

A collection of news and notes from across the London-area sports scene:

Sport

80 minutes ago B.C. crime news: Spike in counterfeit bills hits Prince George | Police investigate fatal Vancouver Island crash | More than $1.7M worth of contraband tobacco seized

Here's a round up of crime news from across B.C. on Jan. 8, 2025

Events

16 hours ago More than a 3 hour tour: S.S. Minnow, a piece of TV history, still afloat in Nanaimo

Decades after 'Gilligan's Island' went off the air, one of the four boats used as the S.S. Minnow is still afloat in British Columbia.

Culture

23 hours ago Almonte, Carleton Place hospitals have a new plan to reduce emergency closures

Since 2022, hospitals in Carleton Place and Almonte have closed their emergency departments overnight at least 29 times, making them among the most frequently closed in Eastern Ontario. Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital has had 15 emergency department closures since August 2022 and Almonte General Hospital has had 14 closures since July 2023, related […]

Science

14 hours ago Hellebuyck picks up 300th win as Winnipeg Jets survive Morrissey injury to beat Predators 5

Connor Hellebuyck became the third-fastest goalie to reach 300 career wins while Josh Morrissey left the game late in the second period with a lower-body injury.

Transport

76 minutes ago Amy Hamm: Jagmeet Singh’s future of irrelevancy can’t come soon enough

As the years go on, Trudeau will remain well-known and widely despised. But Singh? He won't be worth thinking about

Other

2 hours ago Newfoundland and Labrador Opposition calls to halt vote on Quebec energy deal

Politicians are set to vote on the early draft of the deal, which would see Hydro-Québec pay far more than it currently does for electricity from the Churchill Falls plant.

Politics

9 hours ago DND warns Canada’s commitment to peacekeeping missions drops to new low

Only 22 Canadian Forces members are deployed on UN peacekeeping operations, according to the Department of National Defence.

Society

3 hours ago BMO CEO says Canadian businesses facing more uncertainty than U.S. counterparts

Trudeau's resignation and Trump's tariff threats ramping up pressures north of the border

Economics

28 hours ago Metro Vancouver considers incentives to bring more rental housing development

Metro Vancouver staff said that six of 19 municipalities already have bylaws that waive or reduce development cost charges for affordable rental housing

Sport

1 hour ago Driver accused of killing Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau pleads not guilty to homicide charges

Prosecutors say the married father of two — who worked for an addiction treatment company — had a history of road rage and was impaired that day

Events

18 hours ago SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. Expands Portfolio in the New York Metropolitan Region

LADERA RANCH, Calif. — SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop” or the “Company”), a self-managed and fully integrated self-storage company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of two premier Class A storage facilities in the New York Metro region. The first facility, located at 1204 Broad St. in Clifton, New Jersey, encompasses approximately 116,100 net […]

Culture

31 hours ago BWXT Enters Agreement to Acquire Kinectrics, a Leading Service Provider to the Global Nuclear Market

Investment creates a comprehensive portfolio of end-to-end lifecycle services for customers in the small modular reactor and traditional large-scale nuclear reactor markets Expands the company’s presence in fast-growing areas, including clean energy, energy security and the rising demand for nuclear technologies BWXT to hold a conference call on January 7, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. E.T. […]

Science

17 hours ago B.C. ‘full speed ahead’ on involuntary care, aims to open 2 facilities by spring

Speaking Tuesday, Eby said facilities at the Surrey Pretrial Centre and at the Alouette Correctional Facility in Maple Ridge will be the first such centres to come online.

Transport

1 hour ago Meta ends fact checking. Here’s how to find the truth on social media.

A massive reversal on fact-checking could soon change what you see on social media. Meta on Tuesday announced it is discontinuing its fact-checking program in the United States to allow for more “free expression.” If you’re a regular user of Meta’s social media apps – Facebook, Instagram or Threads – that means you’ll no longer […]

Other

3 hours ago Dominic LeBlanc says he will not run to replace Trudeau as Liberal leader

Dominic LeBlanc said he was going to turn his full attention to co-ordinating a response to the incoming Donald Trump administration's threat of tariffs on Canada.

Politics

13 hours ago Here are the things Canadians are spending money on during GST holiday

With Canada's GST holiday in full swing, Canadians are sharing what they're purchasing to make the most of the two-month tax break.In November, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the GST cut on groceries and other items heading into the busy and costly gift-giving season."In just a few days, essential items will be tax-free in Canada," he shared. "Takeout for dinner. Your morning coffee. Diapers and winter snow pants for your kids. All tax-free for the next two months."Some of the highlights from the list of products include groceries, beer and wine, restaurant meals (dine-in, takeout, or delivery), essential childcare items, and even Christmas trees. You can find the full list of items eligible for the GST cut here.The tax break started on December 14 and will end on February 15.With that in mind, Canadians took to Reddit, sharing ideas on how to truly take advantage of the GST break and save as much money as they can."I bought a couple cases of b...

Society

3 hours ago Humi Acquired by Employment Hero to Provide a Comprehensive and Localized Solution for Canadian Businesses

The acquisition unites global and local expertise to transform the employment experience for Canadian businesses and employees TORONTO — Humi, Canada’s trusted employment platform, has been acquired by Employment Hero1, a global leader in employment solutions, in a deal estimated to be worth north of CAD 100M and one of the largest recent deals in […]

Economics

38 hours ago Wemade Next to Develop an AI Boss in MIR5 in Collaboration with NVIDIA

LAS VEGAS — Wemade Next Co., Ltd. (112040: KOSDAQ) (CEO Park Jung Soo), the developer behind MIR4 and a subsidiary of Wemade Co., Ltd., a global leader in game development, announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to develop the world’s first AI Boss, “Asterion,” for MIR5, built with NVIDIA ACE. Wemade Next will debut Asterion’s game […]

Sport

2 hours ago A Russian missile attack in southern Ukraine has killed at least 13 civilians, officials say

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A Russian missile attack on the southern Ukraine city of Zaporizhzhia killed at least 13 civilians and injured dozens Wednesday, officials said. Footage posted on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s Telegram channel showed civilians lying in a city street littered with debris. They were being treated by emergency services. Zelenskyy and regional […]

Events

28 hours ago Christian charity in B.C. used as 'vehicle' for directors' private gain, CRA alleges

Rev. Stephen Lee said in 2021 he had been unfairly targeted by the media, and his charitable organizations' work was “entirely beneficial to society.” Now, those charities have been revoked by the federal government following audits.

Culture

42 hours ago Zepp Health to Showcase Groundbreaking Innovations at CES Pepcom & ShowStoppers Media Events

MILPITAS, Calif. & LAS VEGAS — CES — Zepp Health Corporation (NYSE: ZEPP), a global leader in health technology and smart wearables, is thrilled to announce its participation in the CES Pepcom and ShowStoppers media events. These exclusive platforms will unveil Zepp Health’s latest smart wearables and health technology advancements, designed to empower individuals to […]

Science

18 hours ago Man who exploded Cybertruck outside Trump hotel in Vegas used generative AI, cops say

LAS VEGAS — The highly decorated soldier who exploded a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump hotel in Las Vegas used generative AI including ChatGPT to help plan the attack, Las Vegas police said Tuesday. Nearly a week after 37-year-old Matthew Livelsberger fatally shot himself, officials said according to writings, he didn’t intend to kill anyone […]

Transport

2 hours ago ‘Our country is not for sale,’ Ford says as he pitches energy plan with U.S.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has outlined his proposed plan dubbed "Fortress Am-Can," calling it a "renewed strategic alliance between Canada and America."

Other

3 hours ago Le ministre LeBlanc ferme la porte à une candidature à la chefferie du Parti libéral

La liste des successeurs potentiels de Justin Trudeau perd un prétendant.

Politics

18 hours ago B.C. group calls for school funding transparency for children with special needs

Advocates are questioning why a family should have had to raise funds when the government sends hundreds of millions of dollars per year to school districts for special education.

Society

4 hours ago Andersen Global Expands Presence in the Netherlands with Member Firm Addition

SAN FRANCISCO — Andersen Global further strengthens its platform in Northern Europe as Collegium Advisors, a former collaborating firm based in Rotterdam, becomes a member firm and adopts the Andersen brand. Andersen in the Netherlands offers a comprehensive suite of corporate advisory and valuation services, including sell-side M&A advisory, acquisition support, financial due diligence, corporate […]

Economics

2 hours ago Bodies of 2 Israeli hostages recovered by soldiers in Gaza, defence minister says

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel’s defence minister said Wednesday that troops have recovered the bodies of two additional hostages from Gaza. Defence Minister Israel Katz said the bodies of Yosef Al Zaydani and his son Hamzah were recovered in an operation, without disclosing further details. The men were taken captive during Hamas’ attack on […]

Events

29 hours ago Jimmy Carter will be honoured in Washington, a city where he remained an outsider

WASHINGTON — Nearly 44 years after Jimmy Carter left the nation’s capital in humbling defeat, the 39th president returns to Washington for three days of state funeral rites starting on Tuesday. Carter’s remains, which have been lying in repose at the Carter Presidential Center since Saturday, will leave the Atlanta campus Tuesday morning, accompanied by […]

Culture

18 hours ago Winnipeg Jets lose Colin Miller for at least 2 weeks after being hit in throat

Jets defenceman Colin Miller will miss a minimum of two weeks after suffering a fractured larynx.

Transport

2 hours ago Canada ‘is not for sale’: Ford has ‘a better deal for Trump’ instead of becoming 51st U.S. state

'We have the critical minerals, we have the energy, we have the electricity that America needs,' Ontario premier says

Other

3 hours ago LeBlanc says he’s not running for leader as Liberals gather for marathon caucus meeting

LeBlanc had been publicly encouraged to run by two Liberal MPs

Politics

21 hours ago Thousands of school support staff go on strike, hit Fort McMurray picket lines over wage dispute

The average school support worker in Alberta earns $34,500 per year, CUPE Alberta president Rory Gill said in an interview Tuesday.

Society

4 hours ago Retail Landscape in Europe and Middle East to Undergo AI Revolution with New Partnership Between Zoovu and Euronics

Euronics and Zoovu partner to bring AI search and product discovery solutions to Euronics’ 27 retailer brands with vision to connect millions of consumers to generative AI shopping experiences BOSTON & AMSTERDAM — Zoovu, a leading AI search and product discovery platform, and Euronics, a leading global retail group, today announced a partnership to make […]

Economics

2 hours ago L.A. Wildfires: Are flights out of YVR cancelled and is it safe to travel to Southern California?

Tens of thousands have been evacuated in Los Angeles County, a popular destination for tourists visiting Disneyand or Hollywood.

Events

19 hours ago Toronto transit fares to be frozen as subway, streetcar frequency improves

On Tuesday, the TTC unveiled its proposed 2025 budget with new spending, increased frequency across the network and a promise not to raise the cost for riders.

Transport

2 hours ago MAKE IT A SLEAZEBURGER! McDonald’s fried in ‘sex for shifts’ scandal in UK

McDonald’s has stumbled into the deep frier after bombshell details have emerged in a twisted “sex for shifts” scandal in the U.K. More than 700 workers — mostly teen girls — have launched sexual harassment claims against the fast-food juggernaut, the BBC reports. One teen who worked at a West Midlands outlet until May 2023 […]

Other

3 hours ago Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc says he won’t run for Liberal leadership

OTTAWA — Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc says he will not run for the Liberal party leadership. The New Brunswick MP says in a statement that Canada is at “a critical juncture in its relationship with its most important ally and trading partner, the United States.” As a result, LeBlanc says he will keep his full attention […]

Politics

22 hours ago Homes, businesses, school evacuated around New West courthouse due to ‘threat’

Multiple roads around the courthouse have been evacuated. New Westminster police are on the scene along with the Emergency Response Team.

Society

4 hours ago Canada Post sues B.C. company for $500,000 over altered postage labels

An Energy drink company allegedly manipulated return labels for online shipping so other companies including Bell and Shaw would be charged for postage for its product deliveries, according to a lawsuit in B.C. Supreme Court.

Economics

3 hours ago Justice Department says it plans to release only part of special counsel’s Trump report for now

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department said Wednesday that it will release special counsel Jack Smith’s findings on Donald Trump’s efforts to undo the results of the 2020 presidential election but will keep under wraps for now the rest of the record focused on the president-elect’s hoarding of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate. The […]

Events

24 hours ago Man struck in marked crosswalk in Dartmouth dies from injuries, driver ticketed

A 72-year-old man was struck while in a marked crosswalk. He was transported to hospital but later died from his injuries, police say.

Transport

3 hours ago Mouser Electronics Receives Bourns Distributor of The Year Award in the Category of E

MUNICH — Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorised global distributor with the newest semiconductors and electronic components, is honoured to announce that it has been awarded with the Distributor of the Year award in the category of E-Commerce Distribution from Bourns. The Mouser team received the award in Munich in November 2024. Mouser was awarded this […]

Other

6 hours ago Chris Selley: Liberals seem suicidal for sticking with Trudeau’s insane leadership rules

The notion of Liberals sticking with free memberships for anyone 14 or older, and non-permanent residents, just seems like yet more wilful self-sabotage

Politics

28 hours ago Digi International Drives Digital Transformation with the Launch of Digi X

Secure, reliable and scalable edge-to-cloud IoT solution drives fast, measurable results and ROI for customers MINNEAPOLIS — Digi International®, (NASDAQ: DGII), a leading global provider of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity solutions, today announced the launch of Digi X-ON™, a breakthrough edge-to-cloud IoT solution that provides the components needed for IoT systems from one trusted […]

Society

5 hours ago Alpha Cognition Announces a $44 Million Exclusive Licensing Agreement for the Development and Commercialization of ZUNVEYL (benzgalantamine), an FDA

VANCOUVER, British Columbia & DALLAS — Alpha Cognition, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACOG) (“ACI” or the “Company”), a biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics for debilitating neurodegenerative disorders, and China Medical System Holdings Limited (CMS) (867.HK), a platform company linking pharmaceutical innovation and commercialization with strong product lifecycle management capability in the People’s Republic of China, today announced […]

Economics

4 hours ago 3 taken to hospital after vehicle crashes with Winnipeg police cruiser

Winnipeg police say three people — including two officers — were taken to hospital after a vehicle crashed into a police cruiser Tuesday night.

Events

26 hours ago Tesla faces U.S. probe after reports of crashes linked to driverless vehicle

Tesla Inc. is under federal scrutiny over concerns that a newly released driver-assistance feature could result in crashes, the latest move by auto-safety regulators to investigate the electric-car maker’s technology. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a preliminary evaluation of about 2.6 million Tesla vehicles after reports of issues with a feature […]

Transport

4 hours ago Demolition of Four Seasons not the only rethinking of a longtime downtown Vancouver hotel

A handful of new hotels are planned that will add around 1,500 hotel rooms in downtown Vancouver over the next two years

Other

9 hours ago Some Liberal MPs want to reconsider ‘divisive and difficult’ carbon tax in leadership race

Ontario MP Helena Jaczek said it's a chance for Liberals to broaden the discussion 'beyond the carbon tax'

Politics

32 hours ago First international commercial flight since Assad’s ouster lands in Syria’s capital

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — The first international commercial flight since the fall of former Syrian President Bashar Assad landed Tuesday at the Damascus airport, arriving from Qatar. Jordanian state-run Petra news agency reported that a Royal Jordanian Airlines plane departed for Damascus on a test flight. The head of the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission, Capt. […]

Society

5 hours ago JetBlue passenger suddenly opens exit door as flight is taxiing for takeoff at Boston airport

BOSTON (AP) — A person on board a plane at Boston Logan International Airport that was taxiing for takeoff suddenly opened an exit door and was quickly restrained by other passengers, authorities said. The JetBlue passenger was expected to face charges and be arraigned Wednesday, Massachusetts State Police spokesperson Tim McGuirk said in a statement […]

Economics

4 hours ago Los Angeles wildfires: Thousands flee as homes, iconic film locations damaged

A third wildfire started around 10:30 p.m. and quickly prompted evacuations in Sylmar, a San Fernando Valley community that is the northernmost neighborhood in Los Angeles.

Events

32 hours ago dynaCERT Features its HydraGEN™ Technology at the Dakar 2025 Truck Race

TORONTO — dynaCERT Inc. (TSX: DYA) (OTC: DYFSF) (FRA: DMJ) (“dynaCERT” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the Company is again featuring its HydraGEN™ Technology at the Dakar 2025 Truck Race after a successful performance last year. Last year, for the first time ever, a DAKAR race truck was equipped with one of […]

Transport

5 hours ago Trump asks Supreme Court to block sentencing in his hush money case in New York

WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump is asking the Supreme Court to call off Friday’s sentencing in his hush money case in New York. Trump’s lawyers turned to the nation’s highest court Wednesday after New York courts refused to do postpone the sentencing by Juan M. Merchan, the judge who presided over Trump’s trial and […]

Other

16 hours ago Trudeau resignation leaves federal legislation affecting B.C. in limbo

Bill C-321 had nearly completed the federal legislative process and was just one vote away from becoming law, when it died on the order paper.

Politics

40 hours ago Trio of proposed safety plans contemplate role of police in Victoria schools

The move comes after Education Minister Lisa Beare rejected a previous plan in December, which the province had ordered in September.

Society

5 hours ago Cboe Canada Announces Public Listing of Diagnostic Software Company Light AI

TORONTO — Cboe Canada Inc. (“Cboe Canada”) is excited to welcome healthcare company Light AI Inc. (“Light AI”) as they complete their public offering. The Vancouver-based company produces diagnostic software to detect bacterial and viral infections and is available for trading on the Cboe Canada exchange under the symbol ALGO. Light AI’s patented diagnostic software […]

Economics

4 hours ago ‘Crying and screaming’: Chaos in Los Angeles neighbourhoods as thousands flee amid wildfires

There are extremely critical fire weather conditions due to strong wind gusts in some of the highest terrain Wednesday morning and exceptionally dry relative humidity levels, says meteorologist

Events

5 hours ago Toshiba Continues Commitment to Retail Innovation with New Flexible and Cutting

New solutions expand Toshiba’s investments in innovation and highlight continued commitment to retailers and partners RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. — Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions launches new retail innovations at booth #3623 in time for NRF 2025, including new self-service solutions and point-of-sale (POS) hardware. Through advanced technology like AI, computer vision, and machine learning, Toshiba’s […]

Other

17 hours ago Longest Ballot Committee targeting Poilievre, Freeland ridings in next election

'Hitting triple digits would be beautiful,' says group planning to field numerous candidates in Ontario ridings

Politics

6 hours ago Zuckerberg wears a rare watch worth over $1.2M to announce end of Meta fact checks

The watch is extremely expensive. Greubel Forsey SA produces just two or three ‘Hand Made’ models per year

Economics

4 hours ago Videos show iconic Malibu beach homes burning in L.A. wildfire inferno

There are extremely critical fire weather conditions due to strong wind gusts in some of the highest terrain Wednesday morning and exceptionally dry relative humidity levels, says meteorologist

Events

5 hours ago Fortune Minerals Provides an Update of NICO Project Test Work, Rio Tinto Process Collaboration & Feasibility Study

The Company is advancing the NICO Project toward a construction decision with U.S. & Canadian Government financial support from critical minerals supply chain security programs LONDON, Ontario — Fortune Minerals Limited (TSX: FT) (OTCQB: FTMDF) (“Fortune” or the “Company”) ( www.fortuneminerals.com) is pleased to provide an update of ongoing work on the vertically integrated NICO […]

Other

18 hours ago Two men file unprecedented legal challenge against Trudeau’s request for prorogation

A legal advocacy group is spearheading the unprecedented challenge, asking the Federal Court to cancel the 'incorrect and unreasonable' demand to reset Parliament

Politics

6 hours ago Prime Whistler parking spot near ski slopes selling for $110K — and it’s not even a record price

‘For most of the people buying these things, it’s a lifestyle purchase,’ realtor says of underground stalls close to the ski resort

Economics

4 hours ago Bird flu brought a B.C. teen close to death. Here’s what we know about H5N1

The death of a Louisiana resident and a severe infection involving a B.C. teen has experts worried about the emerging threat to humans

Events

6 hours ago Trump’s ‘economic force’ threat against Canada sparks concern, disbelief

Incoming U.S. president Donald Trump's threats to use "economic force" against Canada and its industries are sparking worry and disbelief.

Other

18 hours ago Le Canada ne deviendra «jamais» un État américain, réplique Trudeau à Trump

Le président désigné a évoqué mardi vouloir utiliser la «force économique» pour se débarrasser de la frontière.

Politics

8 hours ago Dad says U.S. treatment Canadian doctors dubbed ‘witchcraft’ will help son

A Quebec father says he had to take his son to the United States for care after alleging doctors in Montreal wrote off his son’s chances at survival.

Economics

6 hours ago Letters January 8, 2025: ‘Immortalizing Trudeau’s a frightening thought.’

Bronzed for eternity It was announced today that two statues of Justin Trudeau will be erected in Canada. The first will be at the Manitoba/Ontario border and it will face west and the other will be at the Alberta/B.C. border and face east. Both bronzes will stand 150 meters tall, alongside the TransCanada Highway. Most […]

Events

7 hours ago Strike averted as Ontario college faculty union, employers enter binding arbitration

The bargaining agent for Ontario's 24 public colleges and the union representing faculty have agreed to enter into binding arbitration, avoiding a strike.

Other

18 hours ago Les premiers ministres convoqués par Trudeau pour discuter de la relation avec les États

Plus tôt, David Eby a affirmé que les provinces devaient prendre en main ce dossier brulant.

Politics

17 hours ago Lawyers collecting $148M judgment from Rudy Giuliani say World Series rings must be given up

NEW YORK — Lawyers for two former Georgia election workers who are owed $148 million in damages after suing Rudy Giuliani for defamation said Tuesday that evidence proves their clients are entitled to three World Series rings that the former New York City mayor says he gave to his son. The lawyers filed papers in […]

Economics

16 hours ago Seaplane crashes off Australian tourist island, killing 3 and injuring 3 others

MELBOURNE, Australia — A seaplane crashed during takeoff from an Australian tourist island, killing three people including Swiss and Danish tourists and injuring three others. Only one of the seven people aboard the Cessna 208 Caravan was rescued without injury after the crash Tuesday afternoon on Rottnest Island, police said. The plane owned by Swan […]

Events

8 hours ago From broken doors to holes in ceiling: N.S. landlords say tenant left rental in shambles

'A scene from a horror film' is how a Yarmouth, N.S. couple describes their rental property after their former tenant left following a three-month stay. 

Other

19 hours ago Jimmy Carter eulogized by Kamala Harris, congressional leaders at U.S. Capitol

WASHINGTON — Nearly 44 years after Jimmy Carter left the nation’s capital in humbling defeat, the 39th president returned to Washington for three days of state funeral rites starting Tuesday. Carter’s remains, which had been lying in repose at the Carter Presidential Center since Saturday, left the Atlanta campus Tuesday morning, accompanied by his children […]

Politics

19 hours ago Taxpayers complained of ‘greedy auditors’ in pollsters’ report to CRA: Study

A pollster report said taxpayers in Canada Revenue Agency focus groups complained in 2024 that they were the victim of “greedy auditors,” according to Blacklock’s Reporter. CRA paid $169,196 for the study, which came after cabinet threatened to enact a capital gains tax increase. “Impressions of Canada’s tax system focused on its complexity, lack of […]

Economics

16 hours ago ‘Remember Luis’ face’: B.C. mom pleads for justice in son’s fatal stabbing

Friday, Jan. 10 will mark three and a half years since Ivonne Saenz’ 24-year-old son Luis was fatally stabbed after leaving a house party in Vancouver.

Events

9 hours ago Making Science launches RAISING, its new AI technology division to power marketing strategies

RAISING combines the company’s business expertise in data science to develop advanced AI-based solutions. This new division includes technological tools such as ad-machina, Gauss AI, and Trust Generative AI, offering innovative solutions for measuring and optimizing marketing strategies. MADRID — Making Science (BME Growth: MAKS), a technology and digital marketing consultancy specializing in e-commerce […]

Other

20 hours ago Jimmy Carter honoured in D.C. ahead of state funeral, Trudeau to attend

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's office says he will attend former U.S. president Jimmy Carter's state funeral in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 9.

Politics

20 hours ago Police investigating series of catalytic converter thefts in Fort Saskatchewan: RCMP

"The more surveillance we have, it can become very valuable because out of all that footage, there could be one piece of information we need to connect these types of occurrences"

Economics

17 hours ago Daughter of woman who Edmonton police say was victim of intimate partner homicide calls for change

On Dec. 30, the body of Robson's mother was found on a riverbank in Edmonton and police began to investigate.

Events

13 hours ago CNN defamation trial comes at a rough time for legacy media – and for the struggling network

NEW YORK (AP) — At a particularly inopportune time for legacy media and CNN, the news outlet is on trial in Florida this week, accused of defaming a Navy veteran involved in rescuing endangered Afghans from that country when the U.S. ended its involvement there in 2021. The veteran, Zachary Young, blames CNN for destroying […]

Other

21 hours ago Biden administration finalizes clean electricity tax credits, says Trump should keep in place

New tax credits are available for companies that generate clean electricity, the Biden administration announced Tuesday, while arguing it would be a mistake for President-elect Donald Trump to try to undo them. The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service released final rules for the clean electricity investment and production tax credits, less than two […]

Politics

20 hours ago The Apollo Group Partners with Oaktree Capital to Facilitate its Next Phase of Growth

The Apollo Group to Leverage 55-Year Track Record to Provide Award-Winning, Full-Service Hospitality Management Services to the Cruise Industry MIAMI — The Apollo Group (“Apollo” or the “Company”), the leading provider of full-service hospitality management services to the cruise industry, has announced a transformative growth investment from funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. (“Oaktree”). […]

Economics

17 hours ago Man pleads guilty to 2 counts of indignity to a dead body relating to missing Ontario couple

The pair were reported missing on Sept. 19, 2021, by a family member who said they failed to show up for a dinner the night before.

Events

16 hours ago Vancouver city hall clock back on time after someone noticed it was out of sync

The four-sided neon clock at the top of the building has been fixed after a Reddit user pointed out that the south side was 10 minutes fast

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21 hours ago Sophie Gregoire Trudeau shares cryptic messages as PM’s career implodes

Following Justin Trudeau’s long-awaited announcement that he will (eventually) step down as Canada’s Liberal leader and prime minister, his ex-wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau appeared to be living her best life. Trudeau will be sticking around for a couple of months at the very least, putting himself first, the Liberal party second and the country last, […]

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21 hours ago More credit card debt likely for 1 in 5 as Canadians focus on ‘surviving’

The survey from TransUnion also found about 26 per cent of Canadians said they expect to be unable to pay at least one bill or loan in 2025.

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18 hours ago ELK ON A SHELF: Colorado officials rescue elk tangled in rope on ice climbing route

LAKE CITY, Colo. — Wildlife officials and several climbers rescued a bull elk by lowering it down a cliff after the animal became entangled in a rope at a popular ice climbing area in southwestern Colorado. Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials said a group of ice climbers in Lake City encountered the distressed elk Friday […]

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17 hours ago What a sneezing sea sponge named Belinda can tell us about B.C.’s oceans

Belinda also reacted to the marine heat wave that raised surface sea temperatures off the west coast of North America between 2013 and 2016.

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21 hours ago OPINION: Trudeau reverses Chrétien’s legacy by rapidly expanding federal bureaucracy

Over the next weeks and months, there will be much discussion about Justin Trudeau’s legacy as prime minister. To provide some context, it’s worth comparing Trudeau’s fiscal record with that of another long-serving Liberal prime minister — Jean Chrétien. In the early 1990s, Canada’s federal finances were in shambles. Thanks to years of large budget […]

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22 hours ago David Eby among premiers heading to Washington to tamp down Trump tariff threat

It comes on the same day that Trump threatened to use economic force to make Canada the 51st state

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18 hours ago Winnipeg firefighters kick off 2025 with battle against blazes, frigid conditions

Winnipeg firefighters faced a challenging start to January, battling four separate house fires caused due to a block heater malfunction and a number of vacant building fires,

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17 hours ago CRA reportedly deleted X post after attempt at humour caused ‘bewilderment’

When in doubt, Canada Revenue Agency, don’t use humour to get your point across. Access-to-information records show public ridicule led to the CRA deleting a post on X after attempting to garner some lighthearted laughs with taxpayers, according to Blacklock’s Reporter. A cartoon character known as a Minion from the series of Despicable Me movies […]

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21 hours ago Alberta government announces new effort to expand oil and gas pipeline capacity with Enbridge

The agreement is to begin with a new formal working group between Enbridge and the Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission, a Crown corporation.

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22 hours ago ‘Crack down’: Ontario tightens border security amid Trump’s tariff threats

Amidst the noise coming from the U.S. on tariffs and border security, the Ontario government announced a new program to beef up security along the border.

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18 hours ago More charges laid against volunteer sponsor accused of sexual assault of newcomers, additional victims come forward

One of the victims alleges he was repeatedly physically assaulted by the accused nearly six decades ago, police said

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