7 h. ago Where do things stand on Trump’s global tariffs and how does Canada fit in?

With several deadlines looming, here's a closer look at the state of U.S. tariffs and what they mean for Canada

Economics

29 h. ago Silver lining: Alberta natural gas — and budget — get boost with historic LNG ocean shipment

Chilled to a liquid state, a cargo of natural gas started a historic voyage on Canada Day, setting off a good chain reaction on Alberta’s natural gas industry. Westbound over the Pacific for China, the shipment from LNG Canada bound for global markets was good news for the Alberta economy, said Andrew Botterill, Energy, Resources […]

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4 d. ago Adam: What makes Canada a global player? Hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, of course

Soccer fever was high as hundreds of fans lined up on Sparks Street to get a glimpse of the trophy and take selfies this past week. Even Mark Carney was excited.

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6 d. ago GoFundMe for Canadian found dead in Dominican Republic raises over $40K

A fundraiser for a Canadian tourist who died in the Dominican Republic has raised double its goal.Dominican Republic officials confirmed with several news outlets that Dorian Christian MacDonald was found dead, washed ashore on a beach in Puerto Plata in the early hours of Friday, June 20.The country's civil defence agency told news organizations that the 33-year-old had been staying at a hotel in Maimon Bay, a resort town in Puerto Plata.Authorities state that the Canadian tourist had been walking on the beach at 2 a.m. local time on June 20. After receiving a call about a missing person, the Dominican Republic civil defence agency and first responders rushed to the scene. They found MacDonald's body in the water during high tide at 4:15 a.m.Global Affairs Canada told us on Wednesday that it is "aware of the death of a Canadian citizen in the Dominican Republic."The agency adds that consular officials are in contact with local authorities and a...

Economics

6 d. ago International race coming to Toronto for the first time ever

Toronto is set to welcome a world-class triathlon competition this summer as global brand Supertri brings its league to Canada for the first time ever. The event will take place as part of the Toronto Triathlon Festival — a long-standing fixture of the city's sports calendar since 2012 — and this year's addition marks a new chapter, with Supertri taking over leadership for the first time. Supertri is recognized globally for its fast-paced, short-course race format and team-based structure, and regularly features some of the world's top triathletes, including Olympians and renowned international champions. The Toronto race will serve as Supertri League's season opener, ahead of scheduled events in Chicago on Aug. 23 and Toulouse on Oct. 5, with more stops in 2025 expected to be announced soon. "We are excited to launch the 2025 Supertri League in Toronto," said Michael D'hulst, the co-founder and CEO of...

Society

6 d. ago Ottawa must pass a law revoking digital service tax before it can issue refunds: CRA

OTTAWA — Companies that paid the now-defunct digital services tax will have to wait for Ottawa to pass new legislation before they can get their refund, the Canada Revenue Agency has confirmed. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced late Sunday that Canada was dropping the tax on global tech giants in a bid to restart trade […]

Economics

6 d. ago Canada set up a $50M vaccine injury program. Those harmed say it’s failing them.

A Global News investigation uncovered allegations that Canada's vaccine injury program has failed to fully deliver on its promise of 'fair and timely' access to financial support.

Economics

7 d. ago Canada Day in Calgary marked by pride, reflection amid global tensions

For some Calgarians, it was a day to reflect on what it means to be Canadian in the face of ongoing U.S.-Canada tensions

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9 d. ago Could Canadian LNG cut global emissions? Experts say its complicated

What officials hail as a climate solution may be overstated and come with risks not yet accounted for, some critics say

Society

1 week ago Biocon Biologics Receives Health Canada Approval for Yesafili™ (aflibercept); First Global Launch Scheduled for July 2025

TORONTO, Ontario, Canada and BENGALURU, Karnataka, India, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Biocon Biologics Ltd. (BBL), a fully integrated global biosimilars company and subsidiary of Biocon Ltd. (BSE code: 532523, NSE: BIOCON), is pleased to announce that Health Canada has granted a Notice of Compliance (NOC) for Yesafili™ (aflibercept), a biosimilar to Eylea® (aflibercept) […]

Science

1 week ago More than 800 Canadians have left Iran, Israel amid conflict: officials

Global Affairs Canada said the agency is also aware of many Canadians across the Middle East region who have reached safety independently.

Events

1 week ago Canada evacuates 7 citizens from Israel, West Bank as most find way out

OTTAWA — Global Affairs Canada says it brought just seven Canadians out of Israel and the West Bank to Jordan on buses offered Wednesday. Ottawa started offering evacuations from both regions later than some of its allies, and has taken note of low uptick from Canadians. A chartered flight from Jordan left Tuesday for Athens […]

Events

1 week ago Edmonton lands the latest air traffic control technology in Canada

Edmonton will be the first in Canada to use a new air traffic control technology that NAV Canada (NavCan) says will change the global aviation industry in the years to come. “This is far more than just a project. It’s a new era in transatlantic collaboration between Canada and Europe which enables us to join […]

Other

1 week ago Canada’s first evacuation flight leaves Middle East amid Israel

Global Affairs Canada says the flight from Jordan to Athens had 95 passengers, aided by consular staff to book commercial travel back to Canada

Events

2 w. ago Global Affairs Canada changes course, starts busing citizens out of Israel

OTTAWA — Ottawa has started offering buses to Canadians looking to leave Israel and the West Bank, along with those who manage to flee Iran — but few have taken up the offer days after Canada told citizens in the region to find their own way to neighbouring countries. Canada has updated its travel advisory […]

Culture

2 w. ago Global wealth continues to grow. Here’s how Canada’s millionaires stack up

In Canada, median wealth per adult ballooned by nearly 10% in 2024

Economics

2 w. ago CHARLEBOIS: Missiles fired in the Middle East could drive up your food bill

If the world was looking for a distraction from the intensifying trade tensions under Trump 2.0, the U.S.’ direct military action in Iran certainly delivers. But this is no sideshow. The escalation in the Middle East could have immediate and far-reaching consequences, especially for the global agri-food sector — and Canada is not immune. Geopolitical […]

Events

2 w. ago Music streamer Spotify tells CRTC not to regulate it like radio

"To apply yesterday's tools to today's platforms risks dulling Canada's success on the global music stage," said Xenia Manning, Spotify's director of global music policy.

Culture

2 w. ago B.C. Airbnb reservations at risk as government’s deadline looms

Alex Howell, Airbnb Canada's policy lead, told Global News that the B.C. government needs to pause the implementation of its new registration system before Monday.

Politics

2 w. ago U.K. pulls embassy staff from Iran as countries work to evacuate citizens

Global Affairs Canada said Thursday evening that almost 5,000 people in Iran are registered with the government, a number that has gone up by about 1,500 since Monday.

Events