1 hour ago UK’s Centrica to Raise Dividends as Utility Monitors Trade War

Centrica Plc will increase its dividends for the year, boosting returns to shareholders as it monitors the impact the trade war will have on the business.

Economics

8 h. ago New Calgary police chief sworn in as two deputy chiefs depart

'I know this change is sudden and ... I want to assure everyone in this city the CPS is dedicated to ensuring a seamless transition of leadership,' said new the chief, Katie McLellan

Events

9 h. ago 25e anniversaire du décès de Dédé Fortin: «Je ne sais pas ce que je serais devenue si je n’avais pas connu Dédé» – Mara Tremblay

Vingt-cinq ans après le décès d’André «Dédé» Fortin, Mara Tremblay pense encore très fort à celui qui a changé sa vie.

Events

10 h. ago Sierra Metals Reports First Quarter 2025 Consolidated Financial Results

Q1 2025 Highlights: Revenues of $86.1 million, 36% higher than in Q1 2024 Adjusted EBITDA(1) of $33.9 million, 114% higher than in Q1 2024 Operating cash flows before changes in working capital of $31.7 million, 122% higher than Q1 2024 Higher copper, zinc and silver production than in Q1 2024 All dollar figures are in […]

Culture

11 h. ago A photo of a football game and golf gear: What Canada’s gifts to Trump say about a ‘relationship reset’

Carney's delegation also gifted Trump a hat and golf gear from the Kananaskis Country Golf Course

Sport

12 h. ago La diplomatie québécoise ne paie pas ses comptes de cartes de crédit

Les représentations du Québec ont cumulé plus de 10 500$ en frais de retard de paiement dans la dernière année.

Politics

12 h. ago «Gaspillage de fonds public»: Québec paie encore des milliers de dollars en frais de retard sur ses cartes de crédit

Québec paie des milliers de dollars en frais de retard sur ses cartes de crédit et blâme notamment le départ d'une employée et des enjeux de gestion

Culture

12 h. ago SLICK WILLIE: Panthers coach Paul Maurice praises the skills of Maple Leafs’ Nylander

'His ability to control the puck and change angles, change directions, is elite,'

Events

13 h. ago US Airports Have Outlook Dinged by Moody’s on Trade Concerns

Moody’s Ratings has revised its outlook for the US airport sector to negative from stable, citing an expected hit to air travel from the global trade war as a key reason for its view.

Economics

13 h. ago Power utility TransAlta expects Alberta data centre deal this year

CALGARY — Power producer TransAlta Corp. is hoping to sign agreements this year with prospective Alberta data centre partners that would draw on natural gas-fired electricity it generates in the province. “We continue to focus on securing exclusivity with key partners by mid-year with detailed design and definitive agreements expected by year-end,” CEO John Kousinioris […]

Other

13 h. ago No interprovincial trade barriers by Canada Day? Why Carney faces uphill battle

In his first post-election press conference on Friday, Prime Minister Mark Carney reiterated his commitment to dismantle trade barriers by Canada Day.

Economics

13 h. ago Ontario city is hosting Canada's biggest celebration of cheese this month

Canada's largest celebration of cheese returns to this Ontario city after eight years. The Great Canadian Cheese Festival will be in Kingston this month, and over 100 Canadian dairy producers will be there.Mark your calendars for May 24 and 25. The country's largest celebration of the beloved diary creation will take over Fort Henry for a weekend of cheesy fun."When you buy Canadian cheese, you invest in our communities," said Patricia McDermott, owner of Agrarian Market in Prince Edward County and executive director of the festival, in a press release."This support means everything. I know what it’s like to be on the receiving end of community support as a small business owner in Canada. Buying Canadian cheese encourages innovation, supports farm families and keeps our dairy sector strong. That's what the Great Canadian Cheese Festival is all about."What to expectMore than 100 Canadian dairy producers and artisans from coast to coast will ...

Culture

14 h. ago U.S. interest rates holding steady as Fed warns of heightened ‘risks’

The U.S. Federal Reserve opted to keep interest rates unchanged in its latest monetary policy meeting, highlighting rising risk to employment and inflation amid the trade war

Other

14 h. ago Toronto photographer holds contest to celebrate moms and their dogs

Mothers and their fur babies are being celebrated by longtime Toronto dog photographer Jack Jackson. First up, given Mother’s Day is Sunday, is a contest for moms and their dogs to enter for a free two-hour photo shoot with Jackson (normally $175) and a print or $100 credit for a print. Up to five winners […]

Culture

14 h. ago Cybersecurity and AI: How Microsoft meets a changing tech landscape

Upgrade your computer with Windows 11 Pro for $25

Events

14 h. ago Twisted child pornography found in lair of Maddie McCann suspect: Report

An explosive report is exposing the sickening evidence discovered in the lair of the suspected Madeleine McCann suspect, Christian Brueckner. According to the U.K. Sun, German investigators recovered a treasure trove of children’s clothes and toys and a plethora of twisted child abuse porn. The evidence was discovered in an abandoned factory owned by the […]

Events

15 h. ago Vietnam Says It Wants to Buy More From US as Trade Talks Begin

Vietnam said Wednesday that it wants its companies to buy more high-value US imports in large volumes and at a stable pace, reaffirming its opening line on trade talks with Washington to avoid punishingly high tariffs.

Economics

15 h. ago David Eby to speak live following debrief on Trump, Carney White House meeting

Despite the ongoing trade war, U.S. President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Mark Carney appeared to get along well during their first face-to-face meeting at the White House.

Transport

16 h. ago First West hires 26 student interns across Canada despite high youth unemployment

LANGLEY, B.C., May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — B.C.-based financial institution First West Credit Union has announced today its continued commitment to local communities by providing young Canadians with employment opportunities.  Twenty-six post-secondary students seeking to gain experience in business, finance, human resources and technology have been placed in paid summer positions across First West, […]

Other

16 h. ago OCDSB trustees vote to approve boundary changes, phase out alternative schools

The public school board also decided to keep classes for students with special needs.

Society