3 h. ago Rugby: Charity Williams scores 100th try, Canada opens Vancouver sevens with win over Brazil

The Canadian women continue pool play against No. 12 Spain on Friday night before facing No. 2 Australia on Saturday.

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3 h. ago Rosborough: If tariffs drive up costs, let's focus on fixing what we own

Anthony D Rosborough, Dalhousie University Canada’s economy has long relied on open trade and cross-border supply chains, but as tariff threats and market protectionism rise from the United States under President Donald Trump, so do Canada’s economic vulnerabilities. Although the risk of a trade war between Canada and the U.S. has been given a temporary […]

Economics

3 h. ago That time Knowlton Nash was the most famous news anchor in Canada

Knowlton Nash, a name synonymous with Canadian journalism, dedicated his life to shaping the world of news broadcasting. For a decade, he stood at the helm of CBC Television's flagship news program, The National, and gained a place in the hearts of many Canadians from coast to coast.His steady voice, warm demeanour, and signature oversized glasses earned him a reputation as a trusted figure in Canadian journalism, and his career, which spanned multiple decades, was marked by groundbreaking moments and high-stakes stories.Born Cyril Knowlton Nash in Toronto on Nov. 18, 1927, he was named after his father. At the age of five, Nash decided that he preferred to be known as Knowlton. At just eight years old, Nash sold his first newspaper and began producing his own newssheet.His fascination with news continued to grow, and by the age of 10, he had already released multiple editions of his own weekly newspaper, which he sold for less than a nickel.Nash took his first professional step int...

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6 h. ago Duncan residents rally against crime in wake of shopkeeper’s beating

The rally comes about a week after two people were charged with robbery and assault causing bodily harm in the brutal beating of the owner of Hank's Handimart.

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6 h. ago Letters to The Vancouver Sun: Canada needs to protect supply management and regain more control of our food supply

Opinion: Letters to The Vancouver Sun.

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8 h. ago Purpose Investments Inc. Announces February 2025 Distributions for the Seven New Yield Shares ETFs

TORONTO, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Purpose Investments Inc. (“Purpose”) is pleased to announce the distributions for the month of February 2025 for its newest set of Yield Shares ETFs. The ex-distribution date for all seven Yield Shares ETFs listed in the table below is February 28, 2025. ETF Name Ticker Distributionper Unit RecordDate […]

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8 h. ago WARMINGTON: Chantal Kreviazuk taking heat for O Canada but not from Don Cherry

Canada's 7th Greatest Canadian maintains the Winnipeg singer was merely standing up for Canada

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8 h. ago Ruby Dhalla est disqualifiée de la course à la direction du PLC

Le parti a constaté 10 violations aux règles de la course.

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8 h. ago Man dies after trying to calm fight at southeast Calgary restaurant

Victim was struck in the head during altercation at afterparty, succumbed to injuries in hospital

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8 h. ago Chefferie du PLC: Ruby Dhalla disqualifiée de la course pour avoir enfreint les règles du parti

La candidate Ruby Dhalla a été disqualifiée de la course à la chefferie du Parti libéral du Canada (PLC) pour avoir enfreint plusieurs règles.

Culture

8 h. ago Champion du monde, le Canada devra défendre son titre dans un an aux Olympiques: voici à quoi l’équipe pourrait ressembler

Le Canada est champion du monde, mais contrairement à 2016, il ne pourra pas s’en vanter pendant neuf ans avant d’avoir à défendre son titre.

Sport

9 h. ago London Eats: From beverages to desserts, ginseng rules at Jing Jing

A herb with healing properties used since the time of rich and powerful Chinese emperors is the namesake of a downtown London eatery and market. 

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9 h. ago It is time to admit that no, not everybody can play with the Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid

There is a saying that has made its way around Edmonton since Connor McDavid was drafted that “anyone could score X number of goals alongside 97”. A fourth liner. An AHL player. My Grandma. My Dog. But just having just watched the Four Nations Face-Off tournament where Canada had a roster full of elite-level wingers […]

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9 h. ago In Calgary courts: Suspect denies fatally shooting teen in back of head

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from Feb. 18-21, 2025

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9 h. ago Trump orders tariffs on digital service tax countries, including Canada

Trump's order directs his administration to consider responsive actions like tariffs to 'combat' digital service taxes imposed on U.S. tech companies by foreign countries.

Economics

9 h. ago First Trust Portfolios Canada Announces Cap, Buffer and Dates of February Buffer ETF

TORONTO, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FT Portfolios Canada Co. (“First Trust Canada”), announced today that the cap, buffer and dates for the next Target Outcome Period for the First Trust Vest U.S. Equity Buffer ETF – February (FEBB.F) (the “fund” or “February Buffer ETF”) are as follows: TICKER CAP BUFFER OUTCOME PERIOD FEBB.F 14.60% […]

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10 h. ago Organizers of Canada House cancel space at 2025 South By Southwest festival

TORONTO — Canadian talent will have one fewer space to network at this year’s South By Southwest music and film festival in Austin, Texas. Telefilm says in a statement it’s decided to cancel its annual Canada House at the 2025 edition of SXSW next month, but it didn’t provide a reason or respond to questions […]

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10 h. ago Police catch inmates, including murderer, who escaped Ontario prison by simply walking away

The two elderly men serving time for serious crimes were apparently able to just walk away from the minimum security prison in Gravenhurst

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10 h. ago Former Liberal minister Randy Boissonnault’s pandemic startup banned from government contracts

Some competitors welcomed the decision for clarifying what procurement officials consider unacceptable in a contractor

Politics

10 h. ago Organizers of Canada House cancel space at 2025 South By Southwest fest

Canadian talent will have one fewer space to network at this year’s South By Southwest music and film festival in Austin, Texas.  Telefilm says in a statement it’s decided to cancel its annual Canada House at the 2025 edition of SXSW next month, but it didn’t provide a reason or respond to questions for comment.  […]

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