9 h. ago No charges for Ottawa police officer over pursuit of electric motorcycles

The officer was driving a cruiser parallel to two e-motorcycles on a bike path when one of them injured a cyclist.

Events

9 h. ago 12 years in prison for arsonist who torched homes in Edmonton's Alberta Avenue neighbourhood

An arsonist-for-hire who made a central Edmonton neighbourhood feel like “a war zone” has been sentenced to 12 years in prison.  Darcy Willier learned his fate Friday afternoon, months after Court of King’s Bench Justice Nathan Whitling found him guilty of setting fire to six properties in the city’s Alberta Avenue district in 2020 and […]

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11 h. ago Hypercharge Announces Appointment of Chief Operating Officer and Peterson Capital Engagement

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hypercharge Networks Corp. (TSXV: HC; OTC: HCNWF; FSE: PB7) (the “Company” or “Hypercharge”), a leading, smart electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider and network operator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Koch as Chief Operating Officer. As Head of Growth & Partnerships, Mr. Koch […]

Economics

11 h. ago Alberta's top doctor urges Albertans to get vaccinated as flu cases surge

Confirmed influenza cases have more than doubled since late November and health officials are urging Albertans to get vaccinated. In her first press conference as Alberta’s top doctor, Dr. Vivien Suttorp said what makes this flu season unique and with more hospitalizations is the predominance of influenza A H3N2. The strain historically impacts children, seniors […]

Science

11 h. ago WARMINGTON: Tim Horton would roll over in his grave hearing employees fired at Christmas

But, in full crisis mode, the a franchise holder within the legendary coffee empire appears to have reversed the 'Bah Humbug' decision

Events

11 h. ago Trump administration begins release of Epstein files but will miss deadline to release everything

A DOJ official said several hundred thousand documents would be released on Friday and several hundred thousand more in the coming weeks

Politics

11 h. ago Trump administration begins release of Epstein files but misses deadline to make all available

A DOJ official said several hundred thousand documents would be released on Friday and several hundred thousand more in the coming weeks

Politics

11 h. ago Safety officers stop drugs, booze from entering Manitoba First Nations communities

Across Manitoba's north, First Nations Safety Officers (FNSOs) are working to keep drugs, alcohol and criminal activity out of the communities.

Events

12 h. ago Indian national based in California charged by FBI in Langley threats

Jasmeet Singh, a 30-year-old Indian national living in Fresno, Calif., is charged with transmitting threats to injure another person, according to the United States Attorney's Office in eastern California

Society

12 h. ago New Brunswick to publish report on mysterious neurological illness next month

Dr. Yves Léger, the province's chief medical officer of health, says his office knows New Brunswickers are eager for answers.

Economics

12 h. ago Trump says U.S. drug prices will drop under new deals with pharma companies

Under the deals, each drugmaker will cut prices on most drugs sold to the Medicaid program for low-income people, administration officials said, promising 'massive savings.'

Economics

12 h. ago Alberta minister, new permanent chief medical officer of health eye renewed collaboration

New chief medical officer of health Dr. Vivien Suttorp and primary care minister Adriana LaGrange say they're looking forward to working together as the province enters a new era.

Politics

13 h. ago Why this couple is selling their trendy cafe and leaving Toronto behind

Just a year after their grand opening, the couple behind one of the hottest new restaurants in Toronto is making the decision to quit while they're ahead, selling their business and moving out of the city entirely.Toronto is crazy about our coffee shops, and the city's residents are as faithful to their go-to spots as our neighbours in the U.K. are to their local pub, but that doesn't keep the odd unicorn from breaking through.The Junction's Coffee by Joy proved to be one such cafe in 2025.Founded by real-life couple Monika Novakova and Tomas Vitmajer, the minimalistic coffee shop has found itself the setting for an innumerable number of TikToks and Instagram posts during its first year in business.Coffee by Joy is one of the most talked-about cafe openings of 2025. Photo courtesy of Coffee by Joy.In August, months after the cafe officially opened in December of 2024, the couple also opened a gallery space in the cafe, turning the cafe itself into...

Economics

13 h. ago ‘Bite me’: Alberta baker challenges Premier Smith’s office over boycott tied to recall

Shoppers at a bakery in Medicine Hat may be met by canvassers seeking enough signatures to launch a vote to get Danielle Smith recalled as their local legislature representative.

Other

14 h. ago ASIRT, Calgary police release more details on man shot by officer in Dalhousie

Calgary police say a man who was shot by police following a confrontation with officers at the Dalhousie LRT station on Tuesday is now facing several charges.

Events

16 h. ago Ontario cafe lays off entire staff months after they unionized

Staff at an Ontario cafe are seeking help from the community after the cafe was shut down weeks before the holidays — but the timing of the closure is raising alarm bells for some.We're officially in the thick of the holiday season: halfway through Hanukkah and under a week out from Christmas, but for the former staff of Hamilton's Democracy on Locke, things have been feeling less than merry.The cafe, known for its extensive plant-based offerings, had been a stalwart in the community for the past decade, up until its sudden closure in the week of Dec. 15.Prior to the closure, all but the cafe's General and Assistant General Manager (who were allegedly transferred to other businesses operated by the same owner) were informed they'd be laid off officially on Dec. 21 without severance, but the cafe closed, its social media and website deactivated, even earlier than that.The ordeal is detailed in a letter signed by former Democracy on Locke staff, which a...

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17 h. ago Why it’s worth upgrading to Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business

Get lifetime access to the latest versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote

Economics

17 h. ago Labour minister faces calls to resign over skills development fund ethics probe

Piccini has faced questions over the controversial fund after the auditor general found the manner in which it had been handled was not 'fair, transparent or accountable.'

Politics

18 h. ago ‘Shelter in place’ warning issued after officer shot in Welland, Ont.

Niagara regional police say a shooting in Welland, Ont. has prompted the hospital and local schools in the area to be placed under lockdown on Friday morning.

Events

18 h. ago Police officer shot in Welland as residents urged to shelter in place

Schools in the area as well as Welland County General Hospital are currently in lockdown

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