21 m. ago Canada's passport once again beats U.S. in latest power ranking

The Canadian passport continues to be one of the most powerful in the world, according to a prestigious ranking.According to the latest Henley Passport Index ranking, Canada remains among the top 10 most useful passports to own."With historical data spanning 20 years, the Henley Passport Index is the only one of its kind based on exclusive data from the International Air Transport Authority (IATA)," reads the site.The index, which is updated monthly, ranks passports based on the number of countries that a passport holder can travel to without a visa. It compares the visa-free access of 199 different passports to 227 travel destinations.The Canadian passport takes the eighth spot in November, boasting access to 183 destinations visa-free.It went up one spot from ninth place in October, going back to its initial ranking in July. The Canadian passport ties for eighth place with Latvia.Canada beat out the American passport once again this month. The U.S. pa...

Sport

23 m. ago Canada ‘interested’ in Swedish firm Saab’s Gripen fighter jets, Joly says

Canada did not get enough industrial benefit out of its F-35 deal with U.S. weapons maker Lockheed Martin, Industry Minister Melanie Joly said.

Economics

23 m. ago Air Transat adds new destinations to its 2026 summer schedule

Canadian carrier set to launch new routes and expand service out of Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Quebec City

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24 m. ago CMHC reports annual pace of housing starts dropped 17 per cent in October

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts in October fell 17 per cent compared with September. The national housing agency said the seasonally adjusted annual rate of housing starts was 232,765 units in October, down from 279,174 in September. The drop came as the number of starts in Ontario and […]

Culture

40 m. ago Southwestern Ontario man who politician helped arrest gets sentenced

A Petrolia man a local politician said he helped police arrest last year has been sentenced to nearly two years of confinement.

Politics

50 m. ago lululemon Unveils Athlete Kit for Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Partnership with the Canadian Olympic Committee and Canadian Paralympic Committee

Driven by athlete insights, the kit features innovative thermoregulation, new adaptive and inclusive features, and designs inspired by Canada’s natural environment Canadian ice hockey player Sidney Crosby joins lululemon’s roster of Team Canada Ambassadors alongside Cynthia Appiah, William Dandjinou, Piper Gilles, Emma Maltais, Paul Poirier, Cassie Sharpe, Tyler Turner, and Natalie Wilkie The Team Canada […]

Culture

57 m. ago Toronto neighbourhood rallying to save aging shopping plaza from demolition

A proposed multi-tower redevelopment of Toronto's first suburban shopping plaza has riled up a local councillor, who has embarked on a campaign to send developers back to the drawing board.A proposed redevelopment of Lawrence Plaza at Bathurst and Lawrence would involve the demolition of the 72-year-old shopping centre and construction of as many as eight residential buildings.Conceptual plans to redevelop the Lawrence Plaza property at 534 Lawrence Ave W. first emerged in early 2025 and were followed in June by a more fleshed-out concept from developer RioCan, in a joint venture with property owner the Milestone Group.However, the project has not been met with the warmest reception by a long-serving local politician.Local city councillor Mike Colle has taken a stand against the development, rallying neighbourhood support to stop the redevelopment of the plaza."This is our Town Centre and Much More than a Plaza," wrote Colle, clarifying that "C...

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61 m. ago New Brunswick's famed Algonquin Resort to undergo landmark transformation

Multimillion-dollar reimagination to include revitalized guest rooms, public spaces and new thermal spa

Other

63 m. ago Mark Carney célèbre sa victoire du budget en critiquant le Bloc québécois

Les autres partis d’opposition avaient tous une stratégie pour éviter la tenue de nouvelles élections.

Transport

80 m. ago Klick Health Enables Clients to Uncover Invaluable Market Insights with New Human

InsightFull™ combs through voluminous public, licensed, and client-owned data sources; empowers agency’s experts to discover signals leading to deeper, more advanced insights and foresights TORONTO & NEW YORK — Klick Health today revealed that its teams have been using its InsightFull™ AI-powered engine to detect and follow data signals that lead to novel insights for […]

Science

1 hour ago Almost half of Canada's top 100 employers are based in Ontario

Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2025 include a staggering 43 Ontario-based businesses, a reminder of why the province is considered the country's economic heart.Now in its 26th year, the annual top 100 produced by Mediacorp Canada highlights the best and brightest businesses from across the country, but it was Ontario that once again stood out from the pack.This year's edition, released on Nov. 18, comes amid unprecedented economic challenges and highlights employers which are forging new paths forward through tumultuous tariffs imposed by the United States.Companies are evaluated based on criteria including workplace, atmosphere and social, health, financial, and family benefits, vacation and time off, employee communications, performance management, training and skills development, and community involvement."Employers in Canada are at a remarkable juncture, facing once-in-a-generation challenges in artificial intelligence, trade and demographics,&quo...

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2 h. ago Toronto’s young, new male driver could face premiums of $13,000 a year: Report

Young drivers may take part in riskier behaviours, statistics show, wwhich is why they are more expensive to insure.

Economics

2 h. ago Toronto’s young, new male drivers could face premiums of $13,000 a year: Report

Young drivers may take part in riskier behaviours, statistics show, which is why they are more expensive to insure.

Economics

2 h. ago SHEIN’s Box Santa Tour Returns to Canada With 10,000+ Free Gifts This Season

Every gift given sparks a $1 donation to Soles4Souls Canada, with festive stops in Edmonton, Mississauga, and Toronto TORONTO, Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global fashion and lifestyle retailer SHEIN is bringing back its beloved Box Santa Tour – and this year, he’s making his way across the country. The 2025 tour will include […]

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2 h. ago Breathtaking cascade worth the leap at Kawasan Falls in the Philippines

Soaring zip lines, cliff jumps and canyon floats lead to Cebu's must-see natural wonder

Other

3 h. ago 'Category killer': How Toys "R" Us disrupted the children's retail industry but now is barely hanging on

Toys "R" Us was a dominant player among big-box stores on the Canadian retail landscape. But it has suffered in recent years due to competition from discount stores and e-commerce

Events

3 h. ago Robert Plant and Saving Grace in Vancouver: What to know about the concert

Robert Plant and Saving Grace feat. Suzi Dian came together informally when Plant met some local musicians at his area pub and a collaboration began.

Other

3 h. ago Robert Plant in Vancouver this week: What to know about the concert

Robert Plant and Saving Grace feat. Suzi Dian came together informally when Plant met some local musicians at his area pub and a collaboration began.

Other

3 h. ago 'Gather every year': Memorials for slain Sherwood Park teen become reunions after 2005 house party killing

'A lot of people cared for him and he is well remembered in a lot of people's hearts'

Events

3 h. ago Here are some of the best Canadian brands to shop this holiday season

The most wonderful time of year is here!It's November, and that means it's time to get your holiday shopping started (or, if you're a better person than I am, finished). 2025 was truly the year Canadians stood together, and you can continue showing your pride by shopping Canadian brands this holiday season.There's something for everyone on this list – I promise!Douglas*Good MorningGive the gift of better sleep with one of Canada's most loved and award-winning mattress brands. Proudly made in Canada and trusted by over 300,000 sleepers, Douglas offers three premium models: Original, Alpine, and Summit. Each combines eco-conscious materials, cooling comfort, and exceptional pressure relief for restful nights in every season. This blend of Canadian craftsmanship, sustainable design, and proven comfort makes it Canada's best overall mattress and a thoughtful gift your loved one will enjoy every night.*This product was a sponsored inclusion in our gift guide...

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