2 h. ago 12 years in prison for arsonist who torched homes in Edmonton's Alberta Avenue neighbourhood

An arsonist-for-hire who made a central Edmonton neighbourhood feel like “a war zone” has been sentenced to 12 years in prison.  Darcy Willier learned his fate Friday afternoon, months after Court of King’s Bench Justice Nathan Whitling found him guilty of setting fire to six properties in the city’s Alberta Avenue district in 2020 and […]

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6 h. ago Maritimes sees unseasonably warm temperatures, but white Christmas still feasible

As the countdown to the holidays continues, it's beginning to feel a lot less like winter with unseasonably warm weather dominating the forecast in the Maritimes. 

Culture

7 h. ago A townhome in Zen Greystone South feels 'like a standalone home'

Zen Greystone South, a new collection by Avalon Master Builder in Cochrane, offers fenced backyards, double car garages and no condo fees.

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9 h. ago Ontario cafe lays off entire staff months after they unionized

Staff at an Ontario cafe are seeking help from the community after the cafe was shut down weeks before the holidays — but the timing of the closure is raising alarm bells for some.We're officially in the thick of the holiday season: halfway through Hanukkah and under a week out from Christmas, but for the former staff of Hamilton's Democracy on Locke, things have been feeling less than merry.The cafe, known for its extensive plant-based offerings, had been a stalwart in the community for the past decade, up until its sudden closure in the week of Dec. 15.Prior to the closure, all but the cafe's General and Assistant General Manager (who were allegedly transferred to other businesses operated by the same owner) were informed they'd be laid off officially on Dec. 21 without severance, but the cafe closed, its social media and website deactivated, even earlier than that.The ordeal is detailed in a letter signed by former Democracy on Locke staff, which a...

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10 h. ago Celebrity chef opens new restaurant at an iconic Toronto venue

A Toronto restaurateur and TV personality just launched his latest restaurant in Toronto, taking on an equally noteworthy location.You may know David Adjey for his now-shuttered Dundas West restaurant Bouffe, from his time as a personality on Restaurant Makeover or from his viral Yorkie Burrito creations at the Distillery Winter Village.Now, he's at the helm of a new venture that's already earning equal notoriety in Toronto: an intimate restaurant at the Windsor Arms Hotel called Chaghall.The cozy, 32-seat restaurant features a menu of globally-inspired cuisine with a twist: everything on the menu is completely kosher."Chagall is about more than just what's on the plate," Adjey says. "It's about creating moments, whether it's the art of tableside service, the surprise of dishes with global flavours, or the feeling of dining somewhere that's intimate, refined, and featuring a fresh approach to kosher dining."The bon...

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11 h. ago Bolivia’s largest cities brought to standstill by transportation strike over fuel price hike

LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) — The streets of Bolivia’s largest cities, La Paz and Santa Cruz, were brought to a standstill on Friday as public transportation workers went on strike against a 100% fuel price increase ordered by the new government in the South American country. Food and transportation prices soared, and the workers have […]

Sport

14 h. ago Keith Gerein: Edmonton's effort against homelessness has a vital new venue, but why was it so difficult?

When a journey is challenging, it can often lead to a greater sense of accomplishment when the path is completed. At the same time, it can also stir feelings of frustration of overspent time and energy, that the process needn’t have been so difficult. Many of the staff and partners of Boyle Street Community Services undoubtedly […]

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19 h. ago Pulsar Helium Closes Major Minnesota Land Position to the West of Topaz Project

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Politics

21 h. ago Maple Leaf Takeaways: The star players fiddle while Craig Berube burns

When examining the whole 60 minutes of Thursday’s 4-0 loss in Washington, much more was amiss with the Maple Leafs than a wonky power play. There was certainly no place for feel-good footage posted by the team of coach Craig Berube congratulating their effort or the MVP belt being passed around. “I did not talk […]

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21 h. ago Maple Leafs Takeaways: Star players fiddle while Craig Berube burns

When examining the whole 60 minutes of Thursday’s 4-0 loss in Washington, much more was amiss with the Maple Leafs than a wonky power play. There was certainly no place for feel-good footage posted by the team of coach Craig Berube congratulating their effort or the MVP belt being passed around. “I did not talk […]

Events

23 h. ago Appointee to incoming N.Y.C. mayor Zohran Mamdani’s team resigns over past antisemitic posts

‘As the mother of Jewish children, I feel a profound sense of sadness and remorse at the harm these words have caused,’ Catherine Almonte Da Costa said

Technology

25 h. ago Strategic Storage Growth Trust III, Inc. Acquires Three Self

LADERA RANCH, Calif. — Strategic Storage Growth Trust III, Inc. (“SSGT III”), a private real estate investment trust sponsored by an affiliate of SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”) (NYSE: SMA), announced the acquisition of a three-property self-storage portfolio in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. The portfolio totals approximately 179,900 net rentable square feet and includes […]

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28 h. ago Strong South Coast storm causes BC Ferries cancellations, power outages

Global BC senior meteorologist Kristi Gordon says more ferry cancellations and power outages are expected as the winds pick up into Thursday evening.

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29 h. ago Laval Rocket defenceman Nate Clurman marches to his own drummer

The NHL "feels so close yet so far at times," says Colorado native who began his hockey journey at age 15 at a military academy in Indiana.

Events

29 h. ago University of Toronto among schools struggling as students skip Canada

Universities in Canada are feeling the impact of stricter immigration policies, with the majority reporting decreases in international student enrolment rates.When compared to other regions, Canada had the highest number of universities that reported seeing a dip in international student enrolment, even more so than the U.S. The Global Enrolment Benchmark Survey was created in collaboration with NAFSA, Oxford Test of English, and Studyportals, and takes a look at how patterns have changed over time. The survey includes 461 institutions from 63 countries, 20 of which are from Canada. It also provides insight into the enrolment period from August to October 2025.“Last year’s survey showed a market in transition. This year’s survey shows those early signs have turned into real changes,” reads the report. “Policy and visa restrictions are still the biggest obstacles to international recruitment in some regions, especially in Canada and the United States.&rd...

Society

29 h. ago Universities struggling as international students skip Canada

Universities in Canada are feeling the impact of stricter immigration policies, with the majority reporting decreases in international student enrolment rates.When compared to other regions, Canada had the highest number of universities that reported seeing a dip in international student enrolment, even more so than the U.S. The Global Enrolment Benchmark Survey was created in collaboration with NAFSA, Oxford Test of English, and Studyportals, and takes a look at how patterns have changed over time. The survey includes 461 institutions from 63 countries, 20 of which are from Canada. It also provides insight into the enrolment period from August to October 2025."Last year's survey showed a market in transition. This year's survey shows those early signs have turned into real changes," reads the report. "Policy and visa restrictions are still the biggest obstacles to international recruitment in some regions, especially in Canada and the United States."...

Society

31 h. ago Verano Founder and Chief Executive Officer George Archos Shares Celebratory Comments on Cannabis Rescheduling Announcement

Verano’s active operations span 13 states, comprised of 158 dispensaries operating under the Zen Leaf™ and MÜV™ retail banners, and 15 cultivation and processing facilities with more than 1.1 million square feet of cultivation capacity CHICAGO, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Verano Holdings Corp. (Cboe CA: VRNO) (OTCQX: VRNO) (“Verano” or the “Company”), a […]

Events

31 h. ago After son’s death, London mother urges drivers to stop for school buses

“No parent should ever have to feel this pain,” Jacqueline said. “There are no excuses.”

Society

36 h. ago Massive pile of construction waste left behind by company on vacant south Vancouver site

The Port of Vancouver, which owns the site, terminated its lease with a waste company and now has to figure out how to remove the giant heap

Economics

39 h. ago DEAR ABBY: Wife thinks camper guest is getting a little too cozy

DEAR ABBY: My 58-year-old husband recently shared a bed in our camper with a 21-year-old family friend. The friend is female. This happened in my absence. He thinks of her as a “daughter,” and although I’m not concerned about anything inappropriate happening between them, I still feel it was inappropriate. I expressed my feelings to […]

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