93 m. ago Calgary’s federal housing funding ‘at risk’ as motion introduced to repeal citywide rezoning

The motion to repeal citywide rezoning will now be debated by Calgary city council in December, and would require a public hearing in March if its approved.

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3 h. ago CN Proudly Celebrates the 30th Anniversary of its Privatization

MONTREAL, Nov. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Thirty years ago today, on November 17th, 1995, CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) shares were offered in an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges, raising C$2.25 billion. At the time, it was the largest IPO in Canadian history. Founded in 1919, CN […]

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4 h. ago Weird Al makes Rogers Place 'Bigger and Weirder' with September concert

The innovator of musical parody, “Weird Al” Yankovic, is bringing his “Bigger and Weirder” tour to Edmonton next September. This will be the second run of the tour, stopping in 90 cities across North America, with a performance on Sept. 1 at Rogers Place. The 2026 tour will be the second run of the “Bigger […]

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4 h. ago Keep Water Public Coalition: Conservative Government’s Bill 60 Turns Water Into a Business and Threatens Public Health

TORONTO — With the Ford Conservatives expected to pass Bill 60, the Keep Water Public coalition warns the legislation risks making water less affordable and less safe, eroding public-health protections and allowing corporate-control to raise water rates. Keep Water Public is a campaign by The Council of Canadians, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment […]

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5 h. ago Parts of sex offender registry could reportedly become public: Ford

"Throw them in jail. Throw away the key," premier says

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5 h. ago ‘Truly incredible’: Commuters impressed with new branch of Montreal’s rail network

MONTREAL — Fifteen-year-old Dustin Flores-Ranger says he’s taken a ride on the new branch of Montreal’s light-rail network for three consecutive days — since the extension opened to the public over the weekend. The teenager says he’s been passionate about public transit his whole life, and wanted to be around on Monday to make sure […]

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5 h. ago Calgary ramps up extreme weather response to protect residents experiencing homelessness

A multi-agency program to keep unhoused people warm starts Dec. 1

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6 h. ago Fennec Pharmaceuticals Announces Closing of Offering of Common Shares

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., Nov. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:FENC) (TSX:FRX) (“Fennec” or the “Company”), a specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the closing of its underwritten registered public offering of 5,366,667 common shares (which amount includes exercise in full of the underwriters’ option to purchase additional common shares) at a public […]

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6 h. ago Trump’s ‘declassified’ Amelia Earhart files already public, expert says

The Trump administration unsealed the Earhart documents months after it released thousands of files containing information about the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.

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6 h. ago Opinion: Federal funding cut derails hopes for better public transit

The Government of Canada has cut funding for transit agencies across the country. For all the talk of investment in the federal budget, the $3-billion annual Canada Public Transit Fund has been subsumed into the new Build Communities Strong Fund and weakened the federal government’s support for public transit. Transit agencies know they cannot fund […]

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7 h. ago Ford government open to using notwithstanding clause to publish sex offenders registry

Currently, the Ontario Sex Offender and Sex Trafficker Registry is accessible to police enforcement agencies but not to members of the public. 

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7 h. ago OIL PIPELINE TO WEST COAST?: Danielle Smith’s deadline for Carney has passed

WATCH: Sun columnist Jay Goldberg on why Prime Minister Mark Carney needs to get moving with the major nation building projects Canada needs. What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below or send us a Letter to the Editor for possible publication to torsun.editor@sunmedia.ca.  Letters must be 250 words or […]

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7 h. ago Soaring number of fatal collisions in Calgary, Edmonton prompts plea from police

The number of motorists and pedestrians killed this year in Calgary and Edmonton is soaring and has prompted police to issue a public plea for help reducing the number of deaths.

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8 h. ago Media Advisory: MADD Canada Teams Up with Provincial Sponsor Alcool NB Liquor to Bring Its School Program to New Brunswick Youth

FREDERICTON, New Brunswick, Nov. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MADD Canada is inviting media to attend an event showcasing its 2025-2026 School Program in New Brunswick, in partnership with Provincial Sponsor Alcool NB Liquor (ANBL). The event at George Street Middle School in Fredericton will bring together students in Grades 7 and 8 for a […]

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9 h. ago Meltwater Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Influencer Marketing Platforms for Large Enterprises 2025

Meltwater was named a Leader among 14 influencer marketing vendors supporting large enterprises. SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Meltwater, a global leader in media, social, and consumer intelligence, has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Influencer Marketing Platforms for Large Enterprises 2025-2026 Vendor Assessment (doc #US53601825, November 2025). The IDC […]

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9 h. ago Oilers coach Knoblauch with surprise move, sticks with rookie d

Kris Knoblauch’s best quality. His calm is impressive. His tactics have often been on the mark. But the thing I keep coming back to is his great patience, how he never throws players under the bus in public, invariably has their back, and is willing to stick with a player even as he’s struggling mightily. […]

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9 h. ago Costco locations across Ontario rolling out big change for holiday season

Calling all Costco shoppers! The massive U.S. retailer is rolling out some changes during the holiday season, and here's everything you need to know. Just in time for the festive season, Costco Canada is introducing extended shopping hours, but only for a short period. Following Thanksgiving, the big-box retailer extended its operating hours and has now geared up for another round of longer hours as shopping ramps up. Starting today, Costco warehouses will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays. The extended schedule remains in effect throughout the holiday season until Jan. 1, 2026. Business Centres in Ontario will also adjust their schedules. Normally closed by 6 p.m. on weekends, these locations will now stay open until 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays during the holiday shopping rush. Still, there are a few notable exceptions to be aware of. While warehouses will be open on Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, and...

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10 h. ago Canada issues serious update to warning for travellers heading to Italy

Canada just updated its travel advisory for parts of Italy ahead of a major sporting event.The Canadian government issued the new travel alert last Friday, warning tourists of safety and security risks in northern Italy during the upcoming Milan Cortina Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.The Olympic Winter Games are set to take place from Feb. 6 to 22, 2026, followed by the Paralympic Winter Games from March 6 to 15, 2026."Venues for the Games will be spread out across several destinations in northern Italy," reads the travel advisory. "Roads and public transportation services may be impacted by winter weather or increased demand."The alert advises Canadians to plan their trips carefully and leave plenty of time to travel between locations.It's also warning travellers to be aware of thieves and pickpockets in crowded areas."People may approach you on the street to sell tickets to events. You should only purchase event tickets through the ...

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10 h. ago Nigeria coach claims ’voodoo’ by Congo staff during penalty shootout loss in World Cup qualifying

A Congo team staff member used voodoo during the penalty shootout, Nigeria coach Eric Chelle claimed after the African soccer power was eliminated from qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. Congo won the African playoff final late Sunday in a penalty shootout — getting two saves from a substitute goalkeeper sent on late in extra […]

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11 h. ago Toronto's iconic dog fountain is getting a massive refresh this winter

Toronto's iconic dog fountain is getting a major refresh this winter, as the City prepares to hire a vendor that will repair and repaint the 27 dog sculptures (and the often overlooked but never forgotten, lone cat) that make up the centrepiece of Old Town's Berczy Park.Legendary Canadian landscape architect Claude Cormier (1960-2023) was the mastermind behind the fountain and led the renowned design firm, Claude Cormier + Associés, now known as CCxA, during the overhaul of Berczy Park. The studio is responsible for several major public spaces across Toronto and Montreal, including Sugar Beach and Love Park.Berczy Park's redesign was officially unveiled in June 2017 after extensive consultation with the Old Town Toronto neighbourhood, and quickly became one of Cormier's most recognizable works throughout his illustrious career.However, over time, the sculptures in the park have aged, and the once-vivid four-legged friends that surround the two-t...

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