2 h. ago Outbursts over encampment forces evacuation of council chambers

A heated discussion about the future of a homeless encampment near downtown London caused politicians to evacuate chambers and a woman to be barred from city hall.

Events

3 h. ago Photo radar cuts has Edmonton council exploring new traffic enforcement options

Three weeks after new Alberta government limits on photo radar took effect, Edmonton council is asking the city to look into alternative ways to conduct traffic safety enforcement.

Other

3 h. ago Jericho Lands megaproject development plan gets green light from Vancouver council

 The plan, which has been hotly contested by some area residents, envisions 13,000 new homes housing 24,000 people on the Jericho Lands site.

Sport

3 h. ago Alberta camp aims to empower province’s next generation of tradeswomen

A group of fearless and determined aspiring tradeswomen got the chance to preview what a career in the skilled trades would look like.

Economics

5 h. ago This B.C. city has beautiful sandy beaches and some of the warmest ocean water in Canada

Vancouver Island resort a gateway to sandy shores, stunning scenery and fun things to do

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5 h. ago Carney’s Liberals Hold Narrow Lead With Six Days Left Before Canada Election

Mark Carney’s Liberal Party is holding on to a narrow lead in opinion surveys with less than a week to go before Canada’s election day, as US tariff threats remain a top issue in the campaign.

Politics

5 h. ago Albertan, 97, extends hospital stay just so he can vote in federal election

As Elections Canada announces the numbers, Doug Southam makes sure his vote will count

Politics

6 h. ago The pope was a friend, and they talked sports: TRC commissioner remembers Francis

Wilton Littlechild remembers closing his eyes before Pope Francis lead his first mass at the Vatican more than a decade ago. He wanted to clearly hear every word. As the pope’s voice grew louder, Littlechild, a residential school survivor and former commissioner for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, says he became still and […]

Sport

7 h. ago B.C. crime news: Homeless woman murdered in Chilliwack | Stabbing death in Vancouver's Strathcona area

Here's a roundup of crime news from around Metro Vancouver and B.C. on Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Events

8 h. ago HGreg relaunches its “Buy a car, plant a tree” for the 9th year in a row

MONTREAL — HGreg is relaunching its “Buy a car, plant a Tree” campaign for the ninth year running, in partnership with Tree Canada. For one month, the company will plant a tree for every car sold throughout the HGreg network. Last year, 2,072 trees were planted as part of this initiative, bringing the total number […]

Transport

8 h. ago Cherry blossoms in Toronto could start their 2025 bloom this week

Cherry blossoms across Toronto could begin their 2025 bloom within the coming week as warmer temperatures and sunny days finally appear here to stay.After a clunky start to spring, with snowstorms surprising Toronto residents well into March and cold snaps stalling the growth of plant life in the city, the warmer weather appears to truly be here to stay. Finally.For many in the city, that means populating your social calendar with open-air concerts and patio cocktail plans, but it also marks the return of one of Toronto's most spectacular natural sights: the annual cherry blossom bloom at High Park.While it can be tricky to time your trips out just right so that you catch the blossoms in peak form, Toronto's resident cherry blossom expert, Sakura Steve, has his finger on the pulse, keeping sakura enthusiasts informed with comprehensive updates on their development.According to his latest observations, the bloom may just be upon us sooner rather than later.After chi...

Culture

8 h. ago Cincinnati freshman football player Jeremiah Kelly dies unexpectedly at his residence

Cincinnati football player Jeremiah Kelly died unexpectedly at his residence early Tuesday, the athletic department announced. The school did not disclose a cause of death, and the city of Cincinnati police department did not immediately return a message. “The Bearcats football family is heartbroken by the sudden loss of this outstanding young man,” coach Scott […]

Sport

8 h. ago Homes damaged, residents displaced after fire starts in vehicle at Langley townhouse complex

Langley RCMP said investigators are still determining the cause of the fire but said preliminary information suggests that it originated in the vehicle and spread.

Events

12 h. ago Toronto neighbourhood wants their garbage day changed so people can party more

One Toronto neighbourhood is appealing to the City for a change in garbage day, arguing that the presence of loaded bins is hindering the vibes for its end-of-week party crowd.If any neighbourhood in the city could possibly get away with fighting for a change in garbage day to better support partying, it would be Ossington, and, according to a motion set to go before City Council later this week, that's exactly what they're doing."As we approach the patio season, the busiest evenings for hospitality and retail services in the west-end areas of Ossington, Queen West, and College Promenade are Thursday through Saturday," the agenda item opens.Currently, however, the neighbourhood's garbage day coincides with the peak period on Thursday evenings, "which has been identified as a less-than-ideal time for both residents and businesses," it goes on to say.A letter from Meg Marshall, the manager of the Ossington BIA, argues that not only do garbage ...

Culture

14 h. ago Conservatives set to unveil platform as federal campaign enters final days

As the federal election campaign nears its end with less than a week to go before voting day, all federal party leaders are making their last pitches to Canadians.

Sport

14 h. ago Poilievre reveals platform, says government must ‘start pinching pennies’

As the federal election campaign nears its end with less than a week to go before voting day, all federal party leaders are making their last pitches to Canadians.

Politics

14 h. ago Seneca Polytechnic launches new opticianry lab through gift from HOYA Vision Care

Students benefit from new space that mirrors professional laboratory environment TORONTO, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Opticianry students at Seneca Polytechnic now have access to a cutting-edge optical laboratory, thanks to a new gift from HOYA Vision Care. The new HOYA Vision Care Eyeglass Dispensing Lab at Seneca’s Newnham Campus replicates a high-end retail […]

Transport

14 h. ago Tories expected to release platform as federal election campaign nears end

OTTAWA — As the federal election campaign nears its end with less than a week to go before voting day, all federal party leaders are making their last pitches to Canadians on why they deserve their vote. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is expected to unveil his party’s costed platform today, while the Liberals and NDP […]

Politics

14 h. ago FIRST READING: More than 300 candidates sign on to campaign pushed by radical anti

At least 19 Liberals back platform endorsed by group that celebrated October 7 massacres

Other

16 h. ago These federal candidates are battling for their lives. And they’re still campaigning

Four Quebec MPs were diagnosed with cancer just before the election and are undergoing treatment. Not one has abandoned the race

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