40 h. ago McDonald: No place like home for Canadian tourists as U.S. suffers

Moira A. McDonald, Ann-Kathrin McLean Global attitudes towards the United States as a tourism destination are plunging. Travel pressures, exchange rate shifts and increasing economic uncertainty have all damaged the reputation of the American travel sector. Canadian travellers are increasingly turning to domestic destinations instead of heading south. In July, Canada recorded its seventh consecutive […]

Society

40 h. ago McDonald: No place like home for Canadian tourists as U.S. feels pinch

Moira A. McDonald, Ann-Kathrin McLean Global attitudes towards the United States as a tourism destination are plunging. Travel pressures, exchange rate shifts and increasing economic uncertainty have all damaged the reputation of the American travel sector. Canadian travellers are increasingly turning to domestic destinations instead of heading south. In July, Canada recorded its seventh consecutive […]

Society

3 d. ago Brazil Supreme Court justice breaks with peers, votes to absolve Bolsonaro

BRASILIA, Brazil — A Brazilian Supreme Court justice voted Wednesday to acquit former President Jair Bolsonaro of all charges in his alleged coup trial, in the first dissenting vote since the final judicial proceeding began, giving some respite to the far-right leader and potential arguments to his defense team for an appeal after a final […]

Events

3 d. ago Amazing Race Canada heads into finale with two B.C. teams in the running

Finale of 11th season of hit competition series will hand out $250,000 to winners on Sept. 16

Sport

3 d. ago Meet the two BC teams in the finale of The Amazing Race Canada

Finale of 11th season of hit competition series will hand out $250,000 to winners on Sept. 16

Sport

7 d. ago Couple from China leaves glowing review after visiting Ontario

Although many headlines nowadays tend to focus on Canada's growing challenges, one international couple's recent story serves as a reminder of what makes this country truly special. The couple detailed their experience visiting Canada in a Reddit thread, which quickly went viral and garnered nearly 3,000 upvotes and over 260 comments. "Canadians are mind blowing NICE," the couple from China wrote, noting that they travelled to the country to assess its livability. "The first day we arrived in Toronto, we lost Internet access due to issue from the SIM cards. Three strangers navigated us to the accommodation when we didn't even ask! One of them even walked a 500m detour to show us the transit station," the couple wrote. Canadians are mind blowing NICE!byu/Electronic-Pick-1481 intoronto"And on the same day, the local baker gave us our first order for free as a welcome," they continued, writing in the comments that their...

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8 d. ago Amazfit Ambassador Ruth Croft Claims Victory at the 2025 UTMB

Pro Ultra Trail Runner dominated the UTMB race powered by Amazfit’s Helio Strap and the newly launched Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro smartwatch CHAMONIX, France — Amazfit, a leading global smart wearable brand by Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), is proud to celebrate Ruth Croft’s achievement at the 2025 UTMB, earning first place and completing the UTMB […]

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2 w. ago LILLEY: As Canada’s economy falters, we need action, not words from Carney

As news broke Friday morning that Canada’s economy was shrinking, perhaps headed for a recession, Mark Carney was boasting about the speed he was working at. Carney announced on social media that his government was creating the Major Projects Office and that it would be based out of Calgary. This office is the single point […]

Transport

2 w. ago Regina hosts Men’s National Championships of baseball for 2025

The games started with 10 teams and ended with a final four, and the weather was near perfect amidst another day of baseball.

Sport

2 w. ago Are these teenagers ready to help Canada win Olympic hockey gold?

Macklin Celebrini and Chloe Primerano headline a short list of teenage invitees to Hockey Canada’s Olympic orientation camp in Calgary.

Sport

2 w. ago Green Bay Packers make roster decision on London QB Taylor Elgersma

London native Taylor Elgersma won’t start the season on the Green Bay Packers’ active roster. The Packers placed the former Wilfrid Laurier University star quarterback on waivers Tuesday as NFL teams made their final cuts to reach the 53-man roster limit. Green Bay will start the season with just two quarterbacks, starter Jordan Love and […]

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3 w. ago Canada’s top soldier joins NATO talks on potential Ukraine peace plan

OTTAWA — The head of Canada’s military spoke with other top soldiers across the NATO alliance Wednesday, as they seek options for upholding peace in Ukraine if a ceasefire comes into force. Chief of the Defence Staff Gen. Jennie Carignan was among those who took part in a virtual discussion with her counterparts from 32 […]

Events

3 w. ago Canada Post and union head back to bargaining table after delay

Canada Post and the union representing its postal workers are heading back to the bargaining table after talks were delayed last week.

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3 w. ago New travel advisories warn Canadians to be extra cautious in parts of Europe

Canada has issued a new travel advisory for travellers heading to Spain, warning Canadians about the latest safety concerns.If you’re planning a trip from Canada to Spain, it’s important to note that on Aug. 18, the Government of Canada shared an updated advisory due to wildfires. Canadians travelling to the country are being urged to "exercise a high degree of caution."According to the update, wildfires have been burning in the central and northwestern parts of the country since early August. Affected provinces include Ourense, Zamora, Salamanca, León and Cáceres. Travellers are being warned that "extreme and unusual weather events" could affect their plans. Canada has issued a similar warning for Portugal."Evacuation orders and warnings are in effect for multiple regions," reads the statement. "Road closures and poor visibility due to smoke are affecting travel. Air quality is significantly degra...

Economics

3 w. ago Canada Post heads back into bargaining with union after delay

OTTAWA — Canada Post and the union representing postal workers are set to return to the bargaining table today. Plans to rekindle talks late last week were delayed due to a lack of federal government mediators. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers claimed labour unrest at Air Canada was pulling attention from the postal service’s […]

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3 w. ago Economists expect tariffs lifted food prices, core inflation in July

OTTAWA — Tariff impacts are expected to keep underlying inflation elevated in July, a Desjardins economist says, even if the headline figure retreats. Statistics Canada is set to report inflation figures for July on Tuesday. A poll of economists expects annual inflation cooled last month to 1.7 per cent, according to LSEG Data & Analytics. […]

Economics