3 h. ago Power out for thousands of customers in Vancouver's Langara neighbourhood

B.C. Hydro said a substation fault led to about 32,700 being without power Monday morning

Economics

3 h. ago Power restored to thousands of customers in Vancouver's Langara neighbourhood

B.C. Hydro said a substation problem led to about 32,700 being without power Monday morning

Economics

3 h. ago London Eats: Five diners that have shown their staying power

London’s classic diners have stood the test of time by serving affordable meals with a homemade taste in a casual atmosphere.

Other

7 h. ago Graco Unveils Enhancements to the QUANTM Electric Double Diaphragm Pump Line

New Range Addresses Key Industry Challenges with 480V Input Power and XTREME TORQUE™ (XT™) Motor Technology MINNEAPOLIS — Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG), a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, today announced the expansion of its field-proven QUANTM™ line. This latest release signifies Graco’s ongoing commitment to meet evolving customer needs and empower automated operations. Adoption […]

Other

10 h. ago Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. Announces Date for First Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Conference Call

OAKVILLE, Ontario — Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX/NYSE: AQN) (“AQN”) today announced plans to release its first quarter 2025 financial results on Friday, May 9, 2025, before market open. AQN will hold an earnings conference call at 8:30 a.m. eastern time on Friday, May 9, 2025, hosted by Chief Executive Officer, Rod West, and […]

Culture

13 h. ago Mideast stock markets tumble as US tariffs and low oil prices squeeze energy

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Middle East stock markets tumbled Monday as they struggled with the dual hit of the United States’ new tariff policy and a sharp decline in oil prices, squeezing energy-producing nations that rely on those sales to power their economies and government spending. Benchmark Brent crude is down by nearly […]

Economics

23 h. ago Where’s the power? Benign Blue Jays swept away by Mets, fall back to 5

Just 10 games into the 2025 season, the Blue Jays are in somewhat desperate need for an order of low-hanging fruit. That would be Toronto general manager Ross Atkins dismissive term for “power” when asked in the aftermath of a disastrous 2024 season if adding some home-run power would be a winter priority. It clearly […]

Other

24 h. ago Big, new & nasty forward debuts today in Edmonton Oilers organization

This in big and nasty Ontario Hockey League power forward Connor Clattenburg, who signed a contract with the Edmonton Oilers just before Christmas, will make his debut for the organization in Bakersfield today. Ryan Holt of the Condors reports: “Hits keep coming for the Condors, who will be without Caggiula today. Grubbe and Clattenburg draw […]

Other

36 h. ago Ikea Monkey’s Ontario home seeking help following ice storm damage

The Story Book Farm Primate Sanctuary, home of the Ikea Monkey, is seeking financial help after an ice storm knocked out power and stopped its electric water pump.

Events

44 h. ago Australian Leader Unveils $1.4 Billion Plan to Reduce Power Bills

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledged to slash household energy bills with a A$2.3 billion ($1.4 billion) plan to lower the price of home batteries, as his center-left government focuses on cost-of-living pressures ahead of the May 3 election.

Politics

51 h. ago Tens of thousands still without power in Ontario after pair of storms

Rain and localized flooding in parts of Ontario could slow restoration efforts this weekend to thousands of homes and businesses still without power after a series of punishing spring storms. Provincial utility provider Hydro One says 102,000 customers are without power Saturday, a slight improvement on the previous day’s numbers. Hydro One’s latest update says […]

Other

55 h. ago Takeaways from the Senate budget vote: Tariff pressure, debt worries and signs of GOP unease

WASHINGTON (AP) — The political battle lines are drawn for a debate in Washington and beyond over a Republican budget plan that’s a cornerstone of President Donald Trump’s domestic agenda. With the plan’s approval by the GOP-controlled Senate in a vote that ended early Saturday, Republicans hope to leverage their position of power in Washington […]

Economics

58 h. ago Opening mines faster in Ontario will add ‘soft power leverage’ over Trump: minister

During a recent cabinet reshuffle, Ontario Premier Doug Ford added responsibility for mines to the portfolio of his existing energy minister.

Politics

68 h. ago U.S. man mistakenly deported to El Salvador prison must be returned, judge tells Trump admin

The ruling rejected the White House claim that it lacks the power to retrieve Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national, because he is no longer in the U.S.

Events

68 h. ago ’JUST TRYING TO SURVIVE’: Some Ontarians still reeling from ice storm, power outages

ORILLIA — Prolonged power outages after spring storms could extend into next week in some Ontario communities, officials said Friday, as one Orillia-area resident described the aftermath of last weekend’s ice storm as a “war zone.” Hydro One’s latest update on electricity restoration came as Premier Doug Ford visited some of the areas hardest hit […]

Other

69 h. ago Alex Ovechkin ties Wayne Gretzky’s record with his 894th goal

WASHINGTON — Alex Ovechkin has tied Wayne Gretzky’s NHL goals record by scoring the 894th of his career, setting off a wild celebration on the ice with his teammates and chants of “Ovi! Ovi!” in the crowd that included the “Great One” himself.  Ovechkin scored on the power play with 13:46 left Friday night, stopping […]

Sport

69 h. ago Nuclear safety commission OKs construction of Ontario small modular reactor

The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has approved a plan by Ontario Power Generation to build a small modular reactor at the site of the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station.

Society

3 d. ago Most Republicans won’t use U.S. Congress’ power to stop Trump’s tariffs

A handful of Republicans say they support limiting the president's ability to impose tariffs, but the idea of defying Trump seemed to squelch potential for quick action.

Economics

3 d. ago Ford visits areas with prolonged power outages caused by ice storm in Ontario

ORILLIA — Prolonged power outages could linger into next week in remote Ontario communities after punishing spring storms, officials said, as Premier Doug Ford toured some hard-hit areas. During a stop in Orillia, Ford thanked hydro workers, volunteers and local officials for their ongoing efforts to restore power to tens of thousands of homes and […]

Other

3 d. ago Trump hits the golf course as the stock market plummets for a second straight day over tariffs

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Two days after sending the economy reeling by announcing widespread tariffs, President Donald Trump insisted his trade policies will never change as he remained ensconced in a bubble of wealth and power in Florida. He woke up on Friday morning at Mar-a-Lago, his private club in Palm Beach, and […]

Economics