2 h. ago Manitoba seeing more ticks, mosquitoes due to warmer weather, experts warn

As temperatures rise in Manitoba, so does the risk from pests. Experts warn that pests are growing across the province, bringing a greater threat of lyme disease and more.

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2 h. ago Liberals show no signs of limiting MAID despite ‘extremely concerned’ UN report

'There is a lot of concern internationally within the disability rights community about what's happening in Canada around euthanasia,' a Conservative MP said

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3 h. ago Sask. wildfire evacuees demand government accountability for ‘mismanagement’ of crisis

At a media event in Saskatoon, evacuees joined Saskatchewan NDP MLA Jordan McPhail to share their stories and frustrations.

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4 h. ago Independent Proxy Advisory Firm ISS Recommends MAG Silver Corp. Shareholders Vote “FOR” the Plan of Arrangement With Pan American Silver Corp.

All amounts expressed in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MAG Silver Corp. (TSX / NYSE American: MAG) (“MAG”, or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (“ISS”), a leading independent proxy advisory firm, has issued a report recommending that MAG shareholders (“Shareholders”) […]

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5 h. ago B.C. logging industry needs to do more to cut wildfire risk, report finds

A new report from Forest Practices Board says the B.C.'s logging industry isn't doing enough to help cut the risk of wildfires and calls for an update of provincial regulations.

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5 h. ago 16 billion passwords exposed in ‘mother of all’ data breaches

Cybersecurity researchers have unearthed what they are describing as the “mother of all breaches,” including more than 16 billion individual records. A collection of 30 databases was reportedly discovered, including passwords, for government accounts, Apple, Google, Facebook, Telegram and more websites. Some databases had vague names such as ‘logins’ or credentials,’ making it difficult for […]

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5 h. ago Manitoba to close wildfire evacuation centres as some communities return home

WINNIPEG — Some wildfire evacuees staying at a shelter in northern Manitoba may be moved elsewhere as more communities return home and the government closes temporary evacuation centres. Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor said roughly 114 people have been staying at the shelter in Thompson for the past three weeks due to a shortage […]

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6 h. ago B.C. Forest Practices Board says forestry changes could reduce wildfire risk

VICTORIA — British Columbia’s Forest Practices Board says a two-year investigation has found “outdated rules and unclear responsibility” are stopping forestry from becoming a wildfire prevention tool. The board — an independent body that audits B.C. forest practices — says it examined forestry operations between 2019 and 2022 in areas where communities and forests meet, […]

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6 h. ago Manitoba to close wildfire evacuation centres as communities return home

The province says congregate shelters in Winnipeg and Portage la Prairie are closing as space has opened up in hotel rooms. 

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6 h. ago US Futures Drop as Trump Weighs Strikes on Iran: Markets Wrap

Oil trimmed earlier gains and equity futures remained lower after White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Trump will decide within two weeks whether to back Israel militarily in its conflict with Iran. The remarks offered some short-term clarity but did little to resolve broader uncertainty around potential US involvement and the risk of renewed energy-driven inflation.

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8 h. ago Alberta's promised income tax cut is coming in July — here's what you need to know

Albertans can expect to see the province’s promised tax cut on their paycheques next month. The United Conservative Party campaigned on the income tax cut during the spring 2023 election and after two years Albertans will finally see it reflected on their paycheques starting in July. The income tax cut was introduced in Budget 2025 […]

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8 h. ago Forestry companies can do more to reduce wildfire risk: B.C. report

The research shows that logging occurs at about 11 times the rate of wildfire risk reduction work in B.C.

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8 h. ago Eyes of the Beast brings Lytton wildfire and other B.C. climate crises to life

'The powerful thing about this performance is that it brings into this very intimate space what that experience is like'

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8 h. ago [À VOIR] Hockey Québec n’utilisera plus ce logo: voyez ses nouvelles couleurs

À l’aube de ses 50 ans, Hockey Québec fait peau neuve.

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9 h. ago Oil braces for even bigger risk premium as U.S. mulls Iran strikes

Traders are glued to developments around the vital Straight of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world’s crude shipments pass

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9 h. ago Watchdog recommends up to 100% foreign airline ownership amid low competition

Canada should allow up to 100 per cent foreign ownership of domestic-only airlines, the Competition Bureau says in a new report highlighting the country’s “highly concentrated” aviation industry. In a market study released Thursday, the watchdog suggested a new class of airline that operates only in Canada but could have owners from outside its borders, […]

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9 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

9 h. ago Sigma7 Announces Partnership with R24 International to Elevate Travel Security Monitoring

NEW YORK — Sigma7, a global leader in risk management and resilience planning, today announced a strategic partnership with R24 International designed to strengthen travel security monitoring and alerts for corporations worldwide. Through this collaboration, Sigma7’s clients will gain access to advanced travel tracking and monitoring capabilities, helping organizations properly manage operational risks and safeguard […]

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10 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

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10 h. ago Home construction must double over decade to restore 2019 affordability: CMHC

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says up to 4.8 million new homes will need to be built over the next decade to restore affordability levels last seen in 2019 based on projected demand. The national housing agency released its latest supply gaps estimate report on Thursday, which said between 430,000 and 480,000 new housing units […]

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