30 minutes ago Walmart Canada axing some property controls amid grocery competition scrutiny

Walmart Canada says it’s getting rid of property controls relating to retail competition across the country. The grocery industry’s use of property controls, which are terms baked into commercial leases that put restrictions on other tenants and their activities, has recently come under scrutiny. Walmart said Friday it decided to “unilaterally waive any competitive retail […]

Culture

2 hours ago Taylor Swift thrills Toronto crowd and makes sly dig at Joe Jonas at night No. 4 of Eras Tour at Rogers Centre

Pop star gets tongues wagging on social media after performing mashup of breakup songs aimed at JoBro

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3 hours ago Wild weather remains wild card as Alberta aims to fix auto insurance system

The Insurance Bureau of Canada says Alberta has experienced five of the top 10 costliest natural disasters in Canadian history, all of which have occurred since 2016.

Economics

5 hours ago How Trump’s NATO ambassador pick may bring ‘pressure tactics’ to alliance

Experts see Trump's choice of Matt Whitaker, a lawyer with no foreign policy or diplomacy experience, as a sign Trump will pursue hardline tactics.

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5 hours ago Quebec speedskater Dubreuil captures 500m silver at World Cup debut in Japan

The long-track star from Lévis finished last season's World Cup circuit second in the overall 500-metre standings.

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6 hours ago Here's how to get tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup games in Toronto

The ticket-buying process for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, the U.S.A., and Mexico has begun.That includes games in Canada's two host cities, Vancouver and Toronto, as well as the other 14 host cities in the United States and Mexico.On Thursday, FIFA began inviting fans to place "priority access" deposits for "front-of-the-line access to hospitality packages." These are ticket-inclusive packages offering "premium seating that includes food and beverage." Think private suites, shared lounges, and other high-end experiences.Deposits cost US$500 per person (nearly $700 in Canadian dollars) and are fully refundable.This process is separate from general ticket sales, which are expected to begin next year via a lottery. Fans can register their interest for tickets to the 2026 World Cup v...

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6 hours ago Vancouver hotel workers sign deal for 'highest wages' in country, says union

Under the new agreement, a room attendant will earn nearly $32.50 per hour on Jan. 1 and will make more than $37 per hour in 2027.

Society

6 hours ago Vancouver hotel workers sign deal for highest wages in country, says union

Under the new agreement, a room attendant will earn nearly $32.50 per hour on Jan. 1 and will make more than $37 per hour in 2027.

Society

6 hours ago Alberta pitches new rules for auto insurance, including rate hikes, no

The hikes help insurers pay rising legal costs and payouts along with covering off the impacts of natural disasters

Economics