30 m. ago Madeleine McCann’s sister describes ‘creepy’ messages from alleged stalker

Leicester (United Kingdom) (AFP) — The sister of missing British girl Madeleine McCann on Thursday told a jury she found messages from a woman claiming to be her lost older sibling “creepy”. Amelie McCann, who was a toddler when three-year-old Madeleine disappeared from the family’s holiday apartment in Portugal in 2007, said Julia Wandelt began […]

Economics

74 m. ago Review: The Brothers Paranormal delivers creepy, twisty tale that keeps audience on their toes

If you don’t already, you may just believe in ghosts after you see Vertigo Theatre’s Canadian premiere of The Brothers Paranormal. Courtesy of costumer John Iglesias and actor Heidi Damayo, the ghoul that haunts the stage at Vertigo is as authentic as it is creepy. It’s one of those Asian ghosts made popular by such […]

Events

97 m. ago With Customers at the Core, VinFast Makes EV First Steps Easier

MARKHAM, Ontario — Many Canadians remain hesitant about switching to electric vehicles, and VinFast is trying to smooth the transition by tackling not just costs and charging gaps but also the small “firsts” that can make or break a driver’s confidence. Canada’s electric-vehicle market continues to cool. In the second quarter of 2025, zero-emission vehicles […]

Economics

98 m. ago Turbulence ahead? Expect travel delays amid U.S. government shutdown

The U.S. government shutdown is impacting air traffic controllers, which means delays and potential cancellations for Canadian travellers as well.

Politics

1 hour ago Canadian Banc Corp. Completes Overnight Offering of $62,700,000

TORONTO, Oct. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian Banc Corp. (the “Company’) is pleased to announce it has completed the overnight offering of Preferred Shares (TSX: BK.PR.A) of the Company. Total gross proceeds of the offering were $62.7 million.   The Preferred Shares will begin trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the existing symbol of […]

Economics

1 hour ago Aiviq Expands Client Data Platform with Official North America Launch

Proven platform used by leading global asset managers brings AI-driven intelligence and advanced data capabilities to U.S. and Canadian markets NEW YORK, Oct. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aiviq, a leading cloud-based client data platform SaaS provider for the global asset management industry, today announced the official launch of its operations in North America. Already […]

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4 h. ago CUPE members rally in Toronto to stop privatization and protect public jobs

TORONTO — Liberal and Conservative governments have been quietly dismantling our public services for decades, and they are doubling down. With a stroke of a pen, they are cutting essential services, attacking education, healthcare, social services, and other programs working class Canadians rely on. At noon on Thursday, October 9th, CUPE members, striking postal workers […]

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6 h. ago Recovery unlikely for Ottawa cyclist struck by vehicle in July

Neurologists told Leslie-Anne Barrett that Ghost Padron had a Grade Three diffuse axonal brain injury after being struck by a car in Stittsville.

Transport

8 h. ago US Auto Sector Needs Continental Trade to Compete, Carney Says

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney pushed back against US President Donald Trump’s protectionism in the auto industry, saying North America’s interwoven supply chain makes US manufacturers more competitive on costs.

Economics

10 h. ago Gary Bettman’s Canadian corner doesn’t include another team opening

Gary Bettman was in Toronto on Wednesday, up to speed on the Maple Leafs-Canadiens rivalry, briefed on their home opener stats since 1917 and pleased to join the pre-game tribute to the late Habs star and Leafs president Ken Dryden, a fellow Cornell grad. So, matters pertaining to the Great White North dominated the NHL […]

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11 h. ago Toronto Blue Jays eliminate New York Yankees and are headed to the ALCS

For the first time in nearly a decade, the Toronto Blue Jays will be playing in the American League Championship Series.The Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees 5-2 in Game 4 to punch their ticket to the ALCS, where they will play either the Detroit Tigers or Seattle Mariners.With no starter to call upon in Wednesday's outing, the Blue Jays were instead forced to have a bullpen day, and their arms came through. Louis Varland, Mason Fluharty, Seranthony Dominguez, Eric Lauer, Yariel Rodriguez, Brendon Little, Braydon Fischer, and Jeff Hoffman all combined to give up just one run to the hard-hitting Yankees.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Offside (@offside)This marks the first ALCS appearance for the Blue Jays since 2016, where they fell to Cleveland 4-1. They also reached the ALCS in 2015, losing to Kansas City in six games.The Blue Jays will be looking for a different fate t...

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13 h. ago Voyageur Mineral Explorers Corp. Provides Update on the Company’s Special Meeting

TORONTO, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Voyageur Mineral Explorers Corp. (CSE: VOY) (“Voyageur” or the “Company”) is providing an update to shareholders of the Company (“Shareholders”) regarding the potential impact of the strike by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (the “Strike”) on the Company’s ability to comply with its obligations to deliver its […]

Economics

14 h. ago Canada, U.S. have deep relationship despite shift to ‘transactional’ trade: Carney

TORONTO — Prime Minister Mark Carney said there is a path toward a deal with the United States on steel, aluminum and energy following his meeting with President Donald Trump this week, as he drew applause from Canadian business leaders for how he is managing Canada’s relationship with its southern neighbour. Speaking virtually at a […]

Economics

15 h. ago Bahamian dignitaries in Calgary to promote Caribbean nation as warm

Chester Cooper, the Bahamian deputy prime minister, has been touring Canadian cities this week

Transport

15 h. ago B2Gold Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results – Conference Call Details

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO, NYSE AMERICAN: BTG, NSX: B2G) (“B2Gold” or the “Company”) will release its third quarter 2025 financial results after the North American markets close on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. B2Gold executives will host a conference call to discuss the results on Thursday, November […]

Culture

15 h. ago Saskatchewan exports to China nosedive amid Ottawa’s tariff dispute with Beijing

REGINA — Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is again facing calls to stand up for farmers after new figures shows exports from the province to China have drastically fallen. The Statistics Canada data released this week comes amid a trade dispute where Beijing has slapped tariffs on Canadian canola products, widely seen in response to Canada’s […]

Economics

16 h. ago Canada's No. 1 most wanted may be in Metro Vancouver, police warn

A Toronto gangster charged with murder could be hiding out in Vancouver, police told journalists as they revealed a list of Canada's 25 most-wanted fugitives

Events

16 h. ago Carney pitches Keystone XL restart for progress on aluminum, steel

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney raised the prospect of reviving the Keystone XL pipeline project with U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday as part of a larger pitch on linking energy co-operation and support for Canada’s steel and aluminum sectors. A government source who was briefed on the discussions told The Canadian Press that […]

Culture

16 h. ago RBC chief executive says too much of Canada’s economy put under ‘bubble wrap’

CALGARY — The chief executive of the country’s biggest bank says Canada needs to become less risk-averse if it is to prosper in the face of global trade upheaval. “We bubble wrap way too many things in this country because we’re afraid of making a mistake,” Royal Bank of Canada boss Dave McKay told a […]

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17 h. ago STOSSEL: Banning pet stores from selling animals does more harm than good

Eight American states ban retail sales of dogs, cats, rabbits; animal activists want bans extended

Economics