1 hour ago 30,000 for 30: Calgary Hitmen set record Teddy Bear Toss goal for milestone game

With bear requests at an all-time high, the WHL club is looking to break its record of 29,635 stuffed toys from the 2018-19 season on Sunday.

Sport

4 h. ago Recipe: Try these Gingerbread muffins for a softer version of the Christmas classic

These make a sweet treat in the morning, but don't forget the glaze, it crowns the muffins like icing on a gingerbread house.

Culture

8 h. ago 'Built to survive': Edmonton grieving parents group shares holiday hope

'Christmas is normally, and should be, a great fun, enjoyable, family-oriented get together. But that is tempered a great deal by who is missing from your Christmas celebration'

Society

10 h. ago The Supreme Court weighs another step in favor of broad presidential power sought by Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) — Chief Justice John Roberts has led the Supreme Court ‘s conservative majority on a steady march of increasing the power of the presidency, starting well before Donald Trump’s time in the White House. The justices could take the next step in a case being argued Monday that calls for a unanimous 90-year-old […]

Transport

12 h. ago Habs Mailbag: It's time for Canadiens to start riding the hot goaltender

Coach Martin St. Louis says Jakub Dobes will start Saturday against Leafs, while Samuel Montembeault will 'probably' face Blues on Sunday.

Events

12 h. ago Brownstein: Christmas Fund comes at critical time for those in need

In 1967, reporter Bob Hayes organized a food and clothing drive that started decades of giving. Now the desperation is "like we haven't seen before."

Events

18 h. ago Ontario bed and breakfast lets you hang out with Highland cows

With the winter season fully underway, cozy, quiet getaways are a great way to explore Ontario's natural beauty. If winter glamping paired with highland cows and a bed-and-breakfast stay sounds like your thing, it might be time to visit The Taiga Animal Sanctuary in East Gwillimbury, less than an hour north of Toronto. The Taiga, renowned for its calming and meditative environment, recently introduced a bed and breakfast experience, an add-on to their existing accommodations, which already include a treehouse stay and an apartment for larger groups.The B&B offers guests a choice between two suites that can accommodate two people — the Luna Suite and the Cedar Suite — each paired with a complimentary breakfast cart delivered right to the room every morning between 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m.The Luna Suite. Guests have access to the full 10-acre forest and all the friendly mini Highland cows who wander by to say hello. Visitors are encouraged to interact w...

Other

21 h. ago Saskatchewan tables involuntary drug treatment bill as fall session ends

Saskatchewan's government introduced its involuntary treatment bill Friday on the final day of its fall sitting with critics wondering how it will all play out.

Economics

21 h. ago ‘Unacceptable and dangerous’: Europe fires back at criticisms in Trump’s new security strategy

The strategy targets institutions that ‘undermine political liberty,’ immigration policies, the collapse of birth rates, and the loss of national identities among other things

Events

24 h. ago ‘It all comes to this moment’: Whitecaps eager to make history in MLS Cup final

The club will play in Major League Soccer's championship match for the first time on Saturday when they take on Lionel Messi's Inter Miami in Florida.

Sport

25 h. ago CRA warns of ‘aggressive tax schemes’ involving critical illness insurance

Agency says Canadians could unknowingly participate in the tax scheme and face serious consequences

Economics

25 h. ago Toronto man charged with murder of elderly woman; Suspect sought for property dump in Mississauga

Police allege the accused set fire to a house when the elderly victim was inside and alone at the time.

Events

25 h. ago Ottawa to proceed with promised firearm classification review: minister

The government has been heavily criticized by gun control advocates for not banning the semi-automatic SKS, which is commonly used in Indigenous communities.

Events

26 h. ago Here are all the countries that could play in Toronto during the FIFA World Cup

In case you've somehow missed it, the FIFA World Cup is coming to Toronto next year.And though we don't know exactly who will be playing in Toronto yet, we do at least have many of the potential teams nailed down after Friday's preliminary draw.Who is Canada playing in Toronto?After the first FIFA World Cup draw to determine the majority of group stage matches, Canada found out that they'll be playing a yet-to-qualify European opponent when their tournament kicks off on June 12, 2026.They'll be facing one of Italy, Northern Ireland, Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina, with the four-time champions Italy the likely toughest draw they could get. They'll find out who their opponent is on March 31 of next year, after a four-team playoff to determine the fourth spot in Group B.Non-Canada matches in TorontoToronto also has five other matches to be hosted, with the potential matchups now out after Friday's draw.Basically, each of the following matchups will eit...

Other

26 h. ago Major League Soccer to Edmonton? Oilers pour ice on rumours of Whitecaps move

'At this time, we are focused on our core sports and entertainment business and on the continued expansion of ICE District, including the design and construction of the new Event Park'

Sport

27 h. ago Canada could play against Italy in Toronto at FIFA World Cup

It turns out that Canada does not yet know its FIFA World Cup opponent for their first-ever match on home soil.But on June 12, 2026, Canada has a shot at taking on one of the most successful soccer countries of all time.Canada knows it will play Qatar and Switzerland in its final two group-stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with both games taking place in Vancouver.In Toronto, though, they await one of four opponents for their opening match of the tournament: Italy, Northern Ireland, Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina.And while they've missed out on the last two World Cups, it seems hard to say the Italian side is anything other than the team Canada would least like to see coming out of the final round of European qualifying.Italy is ranked 12th in the FIFA World Rankings, and is a four-time winner of the FIFA World Cup, one of only three countries to win at least that many times. Wales is ranked 32nd, Northern Ireland is ranked 69th, while Bosnia and Herzegovina are ranked ...

Other

27 h. ago Notable early reaction to Netflix’s deal to acquire Warner Bros.

NEW YORK (AP) — Netflix’s $72 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros. studio and its film and television operations drew quick reactions Friday. Film and television industry entities including guilds and the lobbying group for movie theater owners criticized the deal, warning it would harm consumers and cinema owners. In announcing the deal, Warner Bros. […]

Other

28 h. ago Provincial police seek big rig that left Hwy. 401 crash scene

For the second time in three days, OPP are probing a Highway 401 crash involving a transport truck driver who failed to remain at the scene.

Events

28 h. ago Christmas coffee recipes: 3 ways to dress up your morning brew

Add some festive flair to your morning (ahem, or afternoon) cup of coffee with these three holiday recipes. 

Culture

28 h. ago Enhance office productivity with savings on Microsoft Office

There's no better time to save on this top-rated assortment of productivity apps

Technology