9 m. ago Federal power to sidestep Indian Act removed from major projects bill

OTTAWA — After weeks of criticism from First Nations leaders, the federal government has amended its major projects bill to withdraw the power it gave cabinet to sidestep the Indian Act. The Liberal government’s controversial legislation, which would allow cabinet to quickly grant federal approvals for big industrial projects like mines, ports and pipelines, sailed […]

Politics

51 m. ago New measles cases increase for third week in northern Ontario public health unit

Public Health Ontario is reporting 96 new measles cases in the province over the past week, bringing the total number to 2,179 since an outbreak began in October.

Science

58 m. ago Some Ontario residents will be getting even bigger government payouts in July

Rates for the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) will jump in July, putting a bit more money in the pockets of eligible low-income, working-age provincial residents living with a disability.The provincial government's ODSP benefits pay out up to $1,368 per month for basic needs, such as food, shelter, prescription drugs, and vision care per single person as of June 2025, a number that will increase by 2.8 per cent on July 1.Starting in July, ODSP recipients will be paid out as much as $1,408 monthly — though some recipients may receive more to accommodate the needs of immediate family, transportation to medical appointments, and other factors.So, essentially, recipients will — even in the best-case scenario — receive an additional $40, a sum unlikely to make a significant impact for anyone struggling amid a cost-of-living crisis in Ontario.A release from the province touts the bump in payouts as "the fourth rate increase since we tied ODSP rates to ...

Politics

62 m. ago NCC is confident a deal with Ottawa Senators will be completed for LeBreton Flats

The National Capital Commission is confident the dream of the Ottawa Senators moving closer to downtown will become a reality. Tobi Nussbaum, the chief executive officer of the NCC, speaking after the public portion of the organization’s board of directors meeting on Thursday that the two sides are holding regular talks to complete the formal […]

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71 m. ago Justice minister says he doesn’t like ‘soft on crime’ slogans, but won’t ‘diminish’ those concerns

'When we hear the scrutiny that may come from the public on an issue that's an early warning system that you should be looking into (it),' said Fraser

Events

2 h. ago Things to do in Edmonton this weekend: Alberta Circus Arts, Burton Cummings/Tom Cochrane and more

Alberta Circus Arts Festival: Bringing international productions for the first time — The Dust Palace from New Zealand and The Vessel Productions from Sweden — this ever-growing festival, full of industry training and workshops with amazing public shows on top celebrates its fourth year. One easy way in to sample the vibe is a 5 […]

Culture

2 h. ago Woman with doll phobia sues boss after prank allegedly left her with PTSD

The former employee said she told her manager that she had a crippling fear of dolls but claims he still placed 'the doll that kills people, in Plaintiff’s office chair.'

Other

2 h. ago NDP ask RCMP to probe John Rustad's blackmail allegations against former caucus members

In a letter to caucus, Rustad has alleged three MLAs who left the Conservative party and their staff are using texts and recordings to threaten current members

Other

2 h. ago Claire Bell said ‘mom told me to wait’ after Quebec toddler found at side of Ontario highway: report

The strange way the girl was reported missing and distressing twists during the search galvanized public interest. She was found 150 km from her home

Other

2 h. ago TikTok gets another U.S. reprieve as Trump extends sale deadline

It is not clear how many times Trump can — or will — keep extending the ban as the government continues to try to negotiate a deal for TikTok, which is owned by China’s ByteDance.

Events

2 h. ago Ottawa Charge signs forward, GM tells fans all good after roster exodus: 'Let's not react to two days'

'There are still trades, there are still other things to happen here. We've got a draft ahead of us and we're very confident in our process.'

Sport

3 h. ago Want to fix Canada’s air industry? More foreign owners needed: watchdog

Canada's Competition Bureau recommended the federal government allow up to 100 per cent foreign ownership of domestic-only airlines to spur competition.

Other

3 h. ago Ontario city’s lone public beach shuttered as summer arrives: ‘Safety must always be the priority’

With temperatures expected to be in the 30s this weekend, Windsor’s only public beach will remain off limits for those looking to cool off with a dip.

Other

3 h. ago U.S. resumes visas for foreign students but demands social media access

Consular officers will look for posts that could be deemed hostile to the US government, culture, institutions or founding principles.

Other

3 h. ago UCP Needs to Listen to Albertans and Leave the Canada Pension Plan Alone: CUPE

EDMONTON, Alberta — A survey of 93,000 Albertans conducted by the provincial government has a very clear message: don’t touch the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). The results were released by the government after a lengthy request for information by the Edmonton Journal. CUPE Alberta President Raj Uppal says she was not surprised the survey showed […]

Other

3 h. ago Windfall Levy Accounted for One Third of BP’s 2024 UK Tax Bill

BP Plc paid £1.25 billion ($1.6 billion) in taxes to the UK government in 2024, with about a third of the payments a result of the country’s windfall charge.

Economics

4 h. ago MacDougall: Rideau Hall is the right home for Prime Minister Carney

Living in a cottage on the grounds of the Governor General's residence just reinforces the notion of Canada as a second-class country.

Politics

4 h. ago Ottawa’s fiscal watchdog says it’s in the dark on federal government’s fiscal targets

Mark Carney announced a plan before the spring election to split Ottawa's budget into operating and capital streams, and to balance the operating side in three years

Politics

5 h. ago Consacrer 5 % du PIB à la défense comme le veut l’OTAN est «déraisonnable», dit l’Espagne

Cet objectif impliquerait de réduire les services publics et d’imposer davantage la classe moyenne, juge Pedro Sánchez.

Events

5 h. ago Judge overstepped power when ordering government to appoint judges faster, appeal court rules

At the time of the 2024 ruling, there were 75 judge positions waiting to be filled, an unusually high number. The judge said the long delay was 'failing' Canadians

Politics