39 m. ago Family, friends of Calgary woman killed by husband issue warning to other women

Allan Shyback was sentenced to seven years in prison for manslaughter and causing an indignity to a body in the 2012 death of his common-law wife, Lisa Mitchell.

Events

44 m. ago Ontario's Doug Ford pulls a John Horgan and wins big. Will David Eby follow suit?

Vaughn Palmer: So far the B.C. premier has stuck to legislated election dates. But what if his deal with the Greens falls apart?

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73 m. ago Metro Vancouver chair says 'tough decisions are coming' on regional district's budget

But a call from director Brad West to slash board pay sidelined to one of two major reviews that chair Mike Hurley has commissioned

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1 hour ago Toronto neighbourhood shaming businesses suing over bike lanes

Bike lanes have proven to be an extremely divisive topic in Ontario, especially in Toronto, where Premier Doug Ford is going as far as removing select cycle tracks to convert lanes back to mixed-use traffic, reversing multiple years and millions of dollars of worth of construction work led by the City.As various groups continue to express strong support for or oppposition against Ford's plans, one group of 40-odd businesses is taking their dissent with the infrastructure type to a new level, launching a lawsuit against the City over its ever-growing cycling network.But, a few days after the legal action became public, there is already some backlash from members of the community.A statement of claim filed with the Superior Court of Justice on February 21 alleges that the City and its transportation manager "manipulated the public consultation process to minimize opposition and exaggerate support" for new bike lanes along Bloor Street West, and ...

Economics

2 h. ago Welcome to McDavid’s! Fast food eatery rebrands in honour of Edmonton Oilers captain

In celebration of his heart-pounding overtime winning goal at the 4 Nations Face-Off finale, McDonald’s Canada made good on a deal to honour Connor McDavid.

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3 h. ago Four possible measles exposures flagged as area outbreak grows

Public health officials at the epicentre of Ontario's measles outbreak near London have flagged four new exposure sites.

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3 h. ago Woman sought in east London jewelry 'distraction theft': Police

A Scarborough woman is charged with theft after police say a pedestrian had her jewelry stolen by someone who gave her a necklace

Events

3 h. ago Indy 500 champ Newgarden becomes 1st driver to sign with Klutch Sports Group management agency

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Two-time reigning Indianapolis 500 winner champion Josef Newgarden has signed with Klutch Sports Group, the Rich Paul-founded management agency that also represents LeBron James, Darius Garland, Anthony Davis, Draymond Green and USC star JuJu Watkins. Newgarden, a two-time IndyCar Series champion, is the first racing driver to sign with Klutch […]

Sport

3 h. ago Pundits see Oilers trying to shore up defence, goaltending going into trade deadline

Craig MacTavish has always been the safe port in a storm, the voice of reason. So, what does the former Edmonton Oilers head coach, general manager and three-time Cup winning centre think about his old team’s current defensive woes, where even the incandescent Connor McDavid isn’t his usual cheat code, on pace for fewer than […]

Events

3 h. ago Doug Ford Wins Third Majority in Ontario Election Dominated by Trade

Doug Ford won a third straight election to lead Ontario, as voters in Canada’s manufacturing heartland opted for a familiar face to steer an economy that’s under threat from US President Donald Trump’s trade policy.

Politics

4 h. ago City seeks feedback on major Vancouver General Hospital expansion

The city is now seeking feedback on the hospital's rezoning application, which would see the block at 900 and 990 West 12th Avenue become the site of two new hospital towers housing a long-term care home, a daycare, a public plaza and more.

Politics

4 h. ago Toronto FC captain Jonathan Osorio on the verge of another MLS milestone

One week after scoring in his 13th straight MLS season, Toronto FC captain Jonathan Osorio is on the verge of another milestone. The 32-year-old midfielder from Brampton, Ont., is one goal away from joining Major League Soccer’s exclusive 50-goal, 50-assist club. Osorio, who currently sits on 49 goals and 52 assists in regular-season play, would […]

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4 h. ago Doug Ford says 'count me in' for new solution to mitigate tariff threats

Doug Ford made his stand against Donald Trump's tariffs a cornerstone of his platform as he sought — and won — re-election as premier, and among other steps the province plans to take if and when the levies come into effect, it seems the Ontario leader is on board withone strategic piece of legislation.Tim Houston, Ford's Nova Scotian counterpart, has just floated The Free Trade and Mobility within Canada Act, a new set of trade-related regulations meant to help foster the Canadian economy after Trump slams all Canadian imports with 25 per cent duties next week.Under the rules, Nova Scotia will treat all goods from elsewhere in Canada as if they were produced locally, "eliminating any additional fees or testing requirements" that presently exist.Likewise, professionals accredited in other provinces will be treated as if they were licenced in Nova Scotia, "ensuring that businesses providing services can operate across provincial borders witho...

Economics

5 h. ago Matthew Stafford gets restructured contract, staying with Los Angeles Rams

Quarterback Matthew Stafford is staying with the Los Angeles Rams under a restructured contract, ending weeks of speculation about the Super Bowl winner’s future. The Rams announced their new agreement with Stafford on Friday without initially revealing any details. The 37-year-old Stafford had two years left on the four-year, $160 million contract extension he signed […]

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5 h. ago Contemporary Calgary unveils new plan to transform planetarium by 2029 after $40

Contemporary Calgary unveiled its plans Friday morning to transform the Centennial Planetarium into an accessible community hub, with a new entrance pavilion, cafe, gift shop, a three-floor education and gallery wing that includes a roof-top event centre and park space with a sculpture garden. The existing building will also be renovated, specifically transforming the dome […]

Economics

5 h. ago Contemporary Calgary unveils plan to redevelop former planetarium after $40M boost from province

The facility will have a new entrance pavilion, cafe, gift shop and a three-floor education and gallery wing with a rooftop event centre

Economics

5 h. ago Winnipeg man injured in ‘humungous’ Hawaii explosion showing signs of improvement

A Winnipeg man is showing signs of improvement after suffering horrific injuries in an explosion in Hawaii.

Events

5 h. ago Bail revoked for man accused of two violent sex assaults in Hamilton

A bail review on Thursday, brought by the Crown, has led to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice revoking the bail of Hamilton sexual assault suspect Leikeze Cheruiyot, 22, and returning him to custody. Hamilton Police had previously issued a public warning about the former high school track star’s release earlier this month given his […]

Events

6 h. ago Councillors to decide how to replace newly elected MPP George Darouze at City Hall

After the Ontario election, Coun. George Darouze will need to be replaced in Osgoode ward, it's up to council whether to call a byelection.

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6 h. ago Randall Denley: Doug Ford has four more years, but maybe he should make it three

The question is, what will he do with his opportunity? The snap winter election did little to answer that question

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