17 h. ago Man dies after trying to calm fight at southeast Calgary restaurant

Victim was struck in the head during altercation at afterparty, succumbed to injuries in hospital

Events

17 h. ago Man injured while trying to break up fight dies in Calgary hospital, charges pending

A man who Calgary police said tried to break up a fight at a restaurant in the city's southeast has died in hospital, and now charges are pending in the investigation. 

Events

19 h. ago Chris Selley: Fantasy election platforms are still essential documents

Shouldn't political parties know what they stand for long before the writ drops?

Politics

20 h. ago 50 essential restaurants in Scarborough you need to try at least once

Restaurants in Scarborough may be some of the best in the entire city, and they're all cooking up some serious flavour just a short trip east.From Ethopian and South Indian to Vietnamese and American, Scarborough's food scene is perhaps the most diverse in the entire city, but what you can always bank on is never being disappointed.Check out all the essential Scarborough restaurants in this photo gallery.

Transport

21 h. ago ‘STOP BLOWING FISH’: Animal rights activists slam bar for holding goldfish races

Animal rights activists are protesting a California bar that holds weekly goldfish races, which have demonstrators up in arms over their “torture and exploitation.” PB Shore Club in San Diego has held the fish races almost every week since the restaurant opened in 2007, local website SanDiegoVille reported. The races involve competitors using straws to […]

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29 h. ago Compass Minerals Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Events

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP), a leading global provider of essential minerals, today announced that Edward C. Dowling Jr., president and CEO, and other members of management will participate in one-on-one meetings at two upcoming investor events. The events are as follows: Feb. 24, 2025 – BMO 34th Global Metals, Mining & […]

Culture

29 h. ago Canadian funders wavered on another Scarborough film. But ‘Morningside’ had local support

Fefe Dobson has toured the world, achieved pop-punk stardom and found a new home in Nashville, but she’s never truly left Scarborough behind.

Culture

49 h. ago Restaurant review: Vancouver's Magari by Oca creates pasta that's worth waiting for

Pasta is such an everyday food and to most folks, it’s a no-brainer to make. But to elevate it to Magari level takes a bit of magic

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59 h. ago Team Canada has found its secret sauce to beat Team USA tonight

Team Canada has found its secret sauce to beat Team USA.  The Canadians found it against Finland, locating it just in time, and just as many Canadian commentators have been worried that Canada is missing an essential element for victory: toughness and aggression. Former Team Canada world and Olympic champion Chris Pronger said on Oilers […]

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64 h. ago Paradox Hotel Vancouver Named Four Star Hotel in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2025 Star Awards

Paradox Hotel Vancouver Earns Prestigious Accolade.Ratings Showcased on ForbesTravelGuide.com VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Forbes Travel Guide (“FTG”), the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises, today announced its 2025 Star Awards. Paradox Hotel Vancouver earned a new Forbes Travel Guide Four Star award and is […]

Economics

66 h. ago Martha Stewart makes surprise visit to Chinese restaurant in Toronto

Martha Stewart, also known as the queen of all things lifestyle, recently graced a Chinese restaurant in Toronto during her visit to the city.The iconic retail businesswoman and television personality visited Pearl Yorkville, an elegant Chinese restaurant that offers a diverse menu, including traditional Cantonese-style dishes and dim sum.On Wednesday, the restaurant shared a photo of the lifestyle expert, writing, "Thank you @marthastewart for visiting @pearlyorkville. We are so grateful for your support!"    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by @pearlyorkvilleThis marks the second time Stewart has been in Toronto recently. Back in October, the TV host posted a photo at Nobu Toronto, noting how the new location was "very beautiful and very big!" The lifestyle guru is a longtime friend of Nobu's founder, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, and was in town to celebrate the premiere of her Netflix ...

Culture

68 h. ago Quebec tables bill to limit length of strikes; union calls it a ’declaration of war’

The new bill, which covers sectors not under Quebec's essential services act, would allow the government to refer labour disputes to a labour tribunal

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2 d. ago HUNTER: Canada could learn from Philippines in dealing with pedophiles

Courts in the Philippines call it Reclusión perpetua. Essentially it means life in prison. There is no end. No faint clauses. No parole eligibility. It means your life is over. And that’s what happened to a woman named Liezyl “Lovely” Margallo who was convicted of producing child pornography and then streaming it to sickos around […]

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2 d. ago Nouveau bras de fer en vue: Jean Boulet dépose un projet de loi pour limiter la durée des grèves ou lock

Le ministre du Travail dépose un projet de loi lui permettant d’intervenir lorsqu’une grève ou un lock-out affecte des services à la population.

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3 d. ago Owners of Pai opening Toronto restaurant with karaoke and claw machines

Toronto will soon be home to a vibrant new restaurant and bar from the city's most prolific Thai-food ambassadors.  From celebrated duo chef Nuit and Jeff Regular, the team behind Pai, Kiin and Sukhothai, Tha Phae Tavern will be a modern spot named for Chiang Mai's bustling Tha Phae Gate.A historic landmark known for bazaars and night markets, the area is recognized as one of Thailand's most exciting international meeting places.Inspired by the area's convergence of cultures, food and people, Tha Phae Tavern is set to invigorate 221 Richmond Street West with vivacious energy along with modern Thai food and handcrafted cocktails. Though planning is still in progress, the team says chef Nuit's menu is inspired by classic Thai drinking snacks and small plates that combine Thai flavours with global influences.Tha Phae Tavern's private karaoke rooms, on-site photo booth and claw machine will apparently further capture the hubbub of Thailand's Tha Phae Gate."...

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3 d. ago Later last calls? Vancouver wants input on extending liquor service hours

The City of Vancouver is seeking public feedback on a proposal to extend liquor service hours at bars and restaurants.

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3 d. ago CHARLEBOIS: Food prices fooled you — the GST holiday’s hidden trick

For the first time since May 2017, food inflation in Canada dipped into negative territory, reaching -0.6% in January. The numbers seem reassuring — on the surface. Inflation at restaurants plummeted to an all-time low of -5.1%, while inflation for food purchased in stores stood at +1.9%. But before Canadians celebrate a rare break on […]

Society

3 d. ago Man charged with murder as cops seek witnesses to restaurant fire in King Township

A 22-year-old Mississauga man has been charged with murder after a restaurant was set ablaze Sunday in King Township. York Regional Police said they are also seeking witnesses to the incident after officers responded at about 3 a.m. to reports of a fire in the Hwy. 27-King Rd. area, where a building was found to […]

Events

3 d. ago Should Vancouver extend its drinking hours? City wants your thoughts

Proposed changes would allow bars, pubs and clubs to stay open till 3 a.m. and restaurants until 2 a.m.

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3 d. ago Les cols bleus de Québec feront bien grève jeudi, le déneigement maintenu

Le Tribunal administratif du travail l’a inclu dans une liste de services essentiels.

Events