49 m. ago ‘A safe place’: Winnipeg’s Siloam Mission tackles homelessness one person at a time

Homelessness is a complex problem, and one without a simple solution — but for those on the front lines at Winnipeg's Siloam Mission, it's all about reaching one person at a time.

Society

50 m. ago Trudeau calls for plan to build a new official prime minister’s residence

The official residence at 24 Sussex Drive in Ottawa, closed in 2022 for 'health and safety reasons,' has been uninhabited since 2015

Politics

52 m. ago First phase of Brentwood Block community in Burnaby set to rise

Planned 41-storey tower runs on sunlight and sustainable energy

Events

54 m. ago Toronto's island ferry service set to finally get better this year

This current spring-like weather may have residents of Toronto already dreaming about all of their summer plans, which, for many, will include at least one trip to the islands to enjoy some sand, sun and swimming in one of the city's largest parks and top warm-weather attractions. Unfortunately, the best weekends for heading to the islands are more often than not marred by the onerous task of actually getting to the archipelago — which should actually be easier this summer for multiple reasons.Seemingly every time in recent memory that a beautiful long weekend has come around, sticky, frustrated masses are left lining up for hours to board one of the City's decades-old ferries, which are progressively more prone to mechanical issues and breakdowns.Along with contemplating a potential bridge to get people across the harbour, the City signed on to invest $135 million in new electric watercraft and associated retrofits to our exis...

Sport

98 m. ago Pellerin: Musk doesn't think empathy is important. Fortunately, Ottawa does

Tariff-proofing this city isn't just about boosting the economy. It's about creating an overall sense of community by helping all Ottawa residents.

Economics

2 h. ago Sold (Bought): Tudor Revival show home forms part of exclusive Wilmar estate

Three ensuited bedrooms, an elevator, office with fireside deck among features

Culture

4 h. ago Donatella Versace out as creative director of Milan fashion house

ROME — Donatella Versace has been replaced as creative director of the fashion house founded by her late brother Gianni Versace, assuming the new role of chief brand ambassador, Versace’s U.S. owner Capri Holdings announced on Thursday. Versace will be replaced by Dario Vitale, who most recently was design director at the Miu Miu brand […]

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5 h. ago Zenbase Partners with Cogir Real Estate to Empower Ontario Residents with Credit

CALGARY, Alberta — Cogir Real Estate (Multi Residential Ontario division), a leading property management company, has partnered with Zenbase, a financial technology company specializing in rent payment solutions, to offer Ontario residents powerful tools to build credit and manage rent payments more flexibly. Through this partnership, Cogir residents will now have access to Zenbase’s CreditBuilder […]

Economics

6 h. ago Five things to know about the Vancouver Canadians’ upcoming season

The Vancouver Canadians' home-opener is April 15 at Nat Bailey Stadium and there's a host of promotions planned, alongside nine fireworks nights and bobblehead giveaways.

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6 h. ago B.C. housing innovators striving for faster, cheaper homes — and happier residents

From B.C.-made prefabricated mass timber components to regional policies that promote social well-being, homegrown innovations are contributing to faster, more affordable and 'happier' housing. This is Part 3 of Postmedia’s How Canada Wins series.

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6 h. ago Kids Help Phone Celebrates CEO Katherine Hay’s Appointment to the Senate of Canada

TORONTO, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kids Help Phone (KHP) is proud to share that its President & CEO, Katherine (Kathy) Hay, has been appointed to serve in the Senate of Canada. Kathy’s leadership has guided KHP through a period of remarkable growth and innovation. Over the past few years, the organization has expanded […]

Society

6 h. ago Kane Biotech Secures IRB Approval to Launch Innovative DispersinB® Acne Trial

Kane to work with the University of Miami to study DispersinB® Acne Cleanser in mild to moderate Acne Vulgaris WINNIPEG, Manitoba, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kane Biotech Inc. (TSX-V:KNE OTCQB:KNBIF) (“Kane Biotech” or “Kane”) announces today that it has received approval from the Internal Review Board (“IRB”) of the University of Miami Health System […]

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8 h. ago Calgary embraced bold idea of transforming vacant offices into housing. How is it faring?

How Canada Wins: While progress has been made in the four years since Calgary embarked on a journey to convert empty offices into homes, challenges also await

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8 h. ago Calgary embraced bold idea of transforming vacant offices into housing. Is it working?

How Canada Wins: While progress has been made in the four years since Calgary embarked on a journey to convert empty offices into homes, challenges also await

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8 h. ago GAME DAY: It’s a mini playoff as Florida Panthers, Maple Leafs start first of three

WHEN: Thursday, 7 p.m.   TV: TSN RADIO: Sportsnet 590     ODDS      Toronto –275, Florida +200        THE BUZZ     First of three games between now and April 8 between the current top two teams in the Atlantic Division … Home debut of two newest Leafs, defenceman Brandon Carlo and centre Scott Laughton … Florida will not […]

Culture

8 h. ago New York Shopping Trips by Canadians Dwindle Over Trump’s Taunts

For years, Canadians from southern Ontario have made the short drive across the border to Buffalo, New York, to load up on cheap milk and shop at retailers like Target and Trader Joe’s that they don’t have access to at home.

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9 h. ago DEAR ABBY: Dad puzzled by the lack of commitment from daughter’s partner

DEAR ABBY: I am concerned about my daughter. She’s in a nice relationship, which seems good. They have two beautiful sons, ages 4 and 2, good jobs, a nice home and nice families who show a lot of support. We are always there for one another.  My concern is that my daughter’s partner will not […]

Culture

18 h. ago ‘Absolutely stupid’: Border town becomes collateral damage in Canada

'Half of us here are dual citizens, including me -- Canadian and American, half of us,' Point Roberts resident Brian Calder told Global News.

Events

18 h. ago Hitmen hold off Oil Kings, climb into tie for first in conference; home playoff dates set

The surging Calgary Hitmen are now tied for first place in the WHL’s Eastern Conference following a 3-2 win over the host Edmonton Oil Kings on Wednesday. The game remained scoreless until the second period, when Calgary’s Hunter Aura broke the deadlock with a one-timer from the point for his seventh goal of the season. […]

Culture

19 h. ago LEAF NOTES: Extra scrutiny for Mitch Marner in Thursday homecoming

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. might have taken away Mitch Marner’s lead in Toronto contract headlines for a couple of days, but the Maple Leaf winger is sure to retain it now that he’s home.  Marner’s usual enthusiastic shouts were heard at the Ford Centre on Wednesday in the team’s first practice there in a couple of weeks, though […]

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