8 h. ago Pearson: Cities need more money, power for Canada to be great

If Canada is to hold its own in this complex world, it must be led by its populated communities

Other

12 h. ago Family, friends of Calgary woman killed by husband issue warning to other women

Allan Shyback was sentenced to seven years in prison for manslaughter and causing an indignity to a body in the 2012 death of his common-law wife, Lisa Mitchell.

Events

13 h. ago Grass fire breaks out as City of Lethbridge issues fire ban for Oldman River valley

Hot, dry weather and lack of snow has prompted the city of Lethbridge to issue a fire ban for the Old Man River valley.

Events

13 h. ago Physicians see big holes in health care numbers in Alberta Budget

There are big health care-shaped holes in the 2025-2026 budget issued by Finance Minister Nate Horner on Thursday, says the Alberta Medical Association. According to the budget documents, the new Physician Compensation and Development budget doesn’t provide the required funding to address increased use of health services in primary, acute and community settings, said a […]

Science

14 h. ago North American Construction Group Ltd. Announces the Completion of Its Redemption of Its 5.5% Convertible Debentures Due June 30, 2028

ACHESON, Alberta, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  North American Construction Group Ltd. (“NACG” or “the Company”) (TSX:NOA/NYSE:NOA) is pleased to announce the completion of its redemption of its 5.5% Convertible Debentures due June 30, 2028 (the “Debentures”) on February 28, 2025 (the “Redemption Date”). On January 29, 2025, the Company issued a notice of […]

Other

16 h. ago On Ice: Broomhead foam issues on hold for Montana’s Brier, but curlers still fuming

With the Brier starting Friday night at Prospera Place, the subject was an unwelcome distraction for athletes ahead of one of the biggest events on the curling calendar.

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17 h. ago Bail revoked for man accused of two violent sex assaults in Hamilton

A bail review on Thursday, brought by the Crown, has led to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice revoking the bail of Hamilton sexual assault suspect Leikeze Cheruiyot, 22, and returning him to custody. Hamilton Police had previously issued a public warning about the former high school track star’s release earlier this month given his […]

Events

19 h. ago Broomhead foam issues on hold for Montana’s Brier, but curlers still fuming

Many top players are concerned that the new 'black foam' gives sweepers too much control of a delivered stone.

Other

19 h. ago Defending champion Brad Gushue looking to win Brier for a record 7th time

Brad Gushue appeared at 13 nationals before finally winning the Brier on home ice in 2017 at St. John's.

Sport

19 h. ago Maple Leafs place Max Pacioretty on IR, recall Marshall Rifai from Marlies

Max Pacioretty’s injury history continues to catch up with him. The Maple Leafs placed the veteran forward on injured reserve on Friday morning, the latest setback in the 2024-25 season for the 36-year-old forward. Pacioretty has been dealing with an undisclosed issue since last Wednesday when he tweaked something before practice. He hasn’t played since […]

Other

20 h. ago International Petroleum Corporation Announces Results of Normal Course Issuer Bid and Updated Share Capital

TORONTO, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that IPC repurchased a total of 214,308 IPC common shares (ISIN: CA46016U1084) during the period of February 24 to 28, 2025 under IPC’s normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program (NCIB). IPC’s […]

Society

24 h. ago China Keeps Unprecedented Hold on Metals With Mining Push Abroad

China last year committed more resources than ever to mining abroad as part of Xi Jinping’s global infrastructure program, a new study found, underscoring its growing grip on the metals supply chain just as fears of over-reliance on Beijing grow around the world.

Transport

32 h. ago Deachman: Ford's wasted election may yet hold benefits for Ottawa

While some experienced MPPs will return to Queen's Park, new faces should also offer a fresh defence of Ottawa's needs.

Politics

34 h. ago TREATMENT.COM AI INC. ANNOUNCES LISTED ISSUER FINANCING EXEMPTION (LIFE) BOUGHT DEAL PRIVATE PLACEMENT

Not for distribution to United States newswire services or for release publication, distribution, or dissemination directly, or indirectly, in whole or in part, in or into the United States Vancouver, British Columbia, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Treatment.com AI Inc. (the “Company” or “Treatment”) (CSE: TRUE; OTC: TREIF; FFA: 939) is pleased to announce that […]

Economics

34 h. ago Private plane crash that killed pilot could be tied to known landing gear issue: NTSB

Prior damage to the landing gear on a private jet owned by Mötley Crue singer Vince Neil could have contributed to a fatal crash earlier this month, according to a preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board. Months before the aircraft veered off a runway in Arizona and hit a business jet, killing one […]

Events

36 h. ago Special avalanche warning issued for B.C. as ’tricky’ conditions develop

Avalanche Canada says the warning is in effect for the B.C.-Alberta mountains until at least Monday

Sport

38 h. ago Special avalanche warning issued for Alberta backcountry and B.C.

A dangerously unstable snowpack continues to pose a serious risk of human-triggered avalanches

Other

38 h. ago U.K.’s Starmer says no ‘divide’ with Trump despite threats to annex Canada

Trump shut down Starmer's answer during a joint press conference at the White House after Starmer said the issue of U.S. threats to Canada did not come up during their meetings.

Other

38 h. ago Brookfield Corporation Announces Pricing of $500 Million Notes Due 2055

BROOKFIELD, NEWS, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brookfield Corporation (“Brookfield”) (NYSE: BN, TSX: BN) today announced the pricing of a public offering of $500 million principal amount of senior notes due 2055 (the “notes”), which will bear interest at a rate of 5.813% per annum. The notes will be issued by Brookfield Finance Inc., […]

Economics

39 h. ago Avalanche Canada issues warning for most of B.C., Alberta mountains

Avalanche Canada says the warning is in effect from Thursday through Monday, covering most of the provinces' forecast regions. 

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