39 m. ago Ontario provincial park has largest visible Indigenous pictograph collection in Canada

There's no need to leave Ontario this summer if you're looking for scenic adventures.A fan favourite Ontario Park soon opens for the season on May 9, and it's truly stunning. Bon Echo Provincial Park is a perfect mix of views and hikes, and here's what you need to know before you go.Located about three and a half hours from Toronto, north of Kingston, Bon Echo's biggest draw is the gorgeous 100-metre-high Mazinaw Rock, which is covered in over 260 historic Indigenous pictographs.The rock has Canada's largest collection of this type of pictograph, and having seen them myself, I can tell you they're mesmerizing.The other awesome thing about this park is that there are hiking trails for hikers of all skill levels. Ranging from an easy 1 km to a more challenging 4.8 km, the trails here can be explored by all.One of the most popular trails is the Cliff Top Trail, which leads to the pictographs — but be warned, it's ...

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70 m. ago Job scams are on the rise across Canada and here's what to look out for

Over 2,300 Canadians who reported falling victim to job and employment scams lost over $49 million in 2024, and the situation is only getting worse.Jeff Horncastle, client and communications outreach officer at the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC), told us that the actual numbers are likely higher."Fraud is significantly underreported in Canada, with conservative estimates putting reporting to the CAFC at only five to 10 per cent of incidents," he said. "There are many reasons for under-reporting to the CAFC, including victims not knowing where and what to report, and victims being too ashamed or embarrassed to report."Losses have quadrupled from 2022 to 2024, and losses due to job scams are increasing in size. Between January and March 2025, 580 Canadians collectively lost a total of $22.7 million."Unfortunately, reported losses to employment/job scams have increased substantially over the past couple of years, largely due to reports re...

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1 hour ago Tariff impact grows as companies’ steps to soften blow fades: Deloitte

Deloitte Canada's chief economist says a modest downturn is ahead for Canada, while a loss of free-trade access to the United States would create a more permanent hit.

Economics

2 h. ago GOTTA SEE IT: Daulton Varsho makes spectacular snag in Blue Jays return

What was Daulton Varsho thinking when what was shaping up as a routine fly ball turned into an embarrassing trip over his own feet and tumble to the Rogers Centre warning track? “I said a profanity word,” a sheepish Varsho said after an eventful play in his first game of the 2025 season following a […]

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5 h. ago Germany and France Return to Growth But Tariff Pain Yet to Hit

The German and French economies returned to growth at the start of the year but face more challenging times ahead as the damage from US trade levies is fully felt.

Economics

7 h. ago ArcelorMittal Warns of Trade Disruptions While Steel Prices Rise

ArcelorMittal SA said government support for domestic steelmakers in the US and Europe is boosting prices, but warned of potential disruptions from global trade uncertainty.

Economics

12 h. ago Oil Set for Historic April Selloff as Trade War Darkens Outlook

Oil headed for the worst April performance on record on signs that the US-led trade war is hurting economic growth and energy demand, and as an industry group flagged a rise in crude stockpiles.

Economics

12 h. ago Greens' Elizabeth May proves pundits wrong, hangs onto Saanich

Some pundits felt the Greens were vulnerable as the climate issues took a back seat to trade issues and the economy.

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13 h. ago Aja Health and Wellness Inc. Announces Update on Application for Management Cease Trade Order

Not for dissemination in the United States of America VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aja Health and Wellness Inc. (“Aja” or the “Company”) (TSXV:Aja) announces that further to its April 17, 2025 news release, it has filed an amended application to the Alberta Securities Commission (the “ASC“) seeking a management cease […]

Economics

14 h. ago Ontario government starts process for Highway 401 tunnel feasibility study

The feasibility study is in response to concerns that the project could potentially cost tens of billions of dollars, but Ford vowed to built it regardless of price

Politics

15 h. ago Amazon denies plan to display U.S. tariff costs after White House criticism

The Trump administration’s reaction appeared to be based on a misinterpretation of internal plans being considered by Amazon, rather than a final decision made by the company.

Economics

15 h. ago Algoma Steel Group Reports Financial Results for the First Quarter 2025

Consolidated Revenue of $517.1 Million Shipments of 470K Tons, with an 11% Quarter over Quarter increase in Plate Product Shipments, at 91K Tons Net Loss of $24.5 Million and Adjusted EBITDA Loss of $46.7 Million, Including a $50 Million Insurance Proceeds Receivable First Steel Production from Transformative Electric Arc Furnace (“EAF”) Expected During Q2 2025 […]

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16 h. ago S&P/TSX composite index closes higher, along with U.S. stock markets

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index closed up along with U.S. markets Tuesday as investors saw reason for optimism on the trade front. The S&P/TSX composite index was trading down earlier in the day and U.S. markets were mixed, but that shifted as U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the country had reached a trade […]

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16 h. ago Will five teams in the NHL playoffs (and a surge of patriotism) mean ka

Will heightened patriotism born of the U.S. trade war encourage fans to come out and spend? Or will financial uncertainty keep them at home?

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16 h. ago CRIME SCENE: Toronto man, 19, charged with human trafficking, firearm offences

Peel Regional Police have charged a 19-year-old Toronto man with human trafficking and firearm-related offences. Officers began an investigation in April relating to a victim allegedly involved in the sex trade within the GTA. The accused allegedly recruited and exploited the victim into the sex trade and took her earnings, while moving her around the […]

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17 h. ago Carney’s Plan for Managing Trump: Keep Calm and Find New Friends

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney won election Monday by promising to manage a mercurial US president bent on waging a global trade war.

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18 h. ago ‘Hostility’ between Mitch Marner, Leafs could see star winger leave Toronto, Bissonnette says

'There’s a little hostility between the Maple Leafs and Marner, based on the fact that they tried to trade him at the deadline.'

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18 h. ago Blanchet criticized by Parti Québécois as he promises to work with other leaders

Blanchet told reporters in Montreal that voters want stability in Parliament in order to address the ongoing trade war with the United States. 

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18 h. ago Jonas Robert Nedd Sutton identified as fatal stabbing victim

A victim of a melee outside a bar in downtown Calgary on Saturday morning is being remembered as a “bright and happy soul.” Jonas Robert Nedd Sutton, who died following the incident, was “tough, resilient, and determined to complete whatever goal that was set in front of him,” said Morgan Price, the creator of a […]

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19 h. ago JetBlue Pulls Outlook, Sees Travel Demand Slowdown Worsening

JetBlue Airways Corp. withdrew its full-year financial outlook and said a slowdown in demand for air travel is poised to worsen as President Donald Trump’s trade war erodes consumer confidence.

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