2 d. ago What does Alberta's controversial involuntary treatment legislation mean?

Alberta’s controversial involuntary addiction treatment legislation may help some, but experts say the lack of evidence on its effectiveness raises alarm bells. Mental Health and Addiction Minister Dan Williams tabled Bill 53, the Compassionate Intervention Act, on Tuesday. If passed, adults and youths with severe addiction and found to either cause imminent harm to themselves […]

Economics

3 d. ago Why cost of living is still the top ballot box issue for gen Z voters

Young Canadians say politicians aren’t doing enough to address their youngest voters' economic and financial fears

Economics

4 d. ago LILLEY UNLEASHED: Alberta taking bold steps on addiction recovery

WATCH: Alberta is taking decisive action on addiction, including the potential for involuntary treatment to avoid harm. Sun political columnist Brian Lilley talks with Alberta’s Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Dan Williams. What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below or send us a Letter to the Editor for […]

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1 week ago Reducing red tape on Canadian businesses could free up resources for growth; study

Canadian businesses spent 768 million hours on regulatory compliance in 2024, equivalent to nearly 394,000 full-time jobs

Economics

3 w. ago Basis Technologies Adds Political District Targeting and Ad Compliance for Canadian Elections

Basis Delivers the Most Automated and Comprehensive Digital Advertising Solution for Political Campaigns in Canada, Complete with Localized Support TORONTO, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Basis Technologies (, the industry’s leading advertising automation platform, today announced the availability of political district geo-targeting for Canadian elections. As part of its support for political advertising in Canada, […]

Politics

3 w. ago Kelowna candidates throw hats in ring as federal election campaign begins

As the election approaches, housing affordability, addiction, homelessness, and U.S. political threats are all key issues the candidates are promising to tackle if elected. 

Politics