7 h. ago Canada was just crowned one of the top countries in the world

Canada has been highly rated by travellers from around the world in a new ranking.Condé Nast Traveler revealed its 2025 Readers' Choice Awards on Tuesday. The travel magazine received a staggering 757,109 votes in its 38th annual Readers' Choice Awards survey, dubbing winners in categories such as best cities and best resorts in the world.CN Traveler also asked its readers to rank their favourite countries around the world, and Canada made the top 10.The True North took 10th place out of a total of 20, with a score of 90.94."Travellers today are craving what's real; experiences that build compassion, spark belonging, and remind us of what we share," said Gloria Loree, chief marketing officer at Destination Canada, in a statement about the ranking."For Americans, Canada offers exactly that. It's a place that welcomes you in, leaves a lasting mark, and sends you home seeing the world and one another a little differently.&q...

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3 d. ago Canada Post union says latest contract offer is a ‘major step backwards’

The union representing Canada Post workers says the Crown corporation is “making a mockery of the collective bargaining process” with its latest contract offers. In a statement released Friday, the union said it is disappointed with the latest offer, which it calls a “major step backwards.” “We waited 45 days for offers that are worse […]

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3 d. ago Canada Post union says latest contract offer is step backwards

The union representing Canada Post workers says the Crown corporation is taking a major step backwards with its latest contract offers. In a statement released Friday, the union says it is disappointed with an offer that includes less than one it rejected in August. Canada Post tabled an offer Friday that included many terms from […]

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9 d. ago Group representing thousands of prosecutors condemns Edmonton police criticism of Crown in child homicide case

A group representing thousands of Crown prosecutors across Canada has come out against the Edmonton Police Service’s decision to publicly criticize a plea agreement in a child homicide case. Last week, the Canadian Association of Crown Counsel (CACC) issued a statement saying it was “deeply troubled” by EPS’s letter to the provincial official in charge […]

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1 week ago Five things to know about Canada Post’s future after Ottawa announces reforms

An overhaul to Canada Post’s operations is on the way after the federal government promised a suite of changes Thursday. The move comes as labour uncertainty continues to drag on and the mail carrier incurs significant financial losses. Here’s what you need to know about the factors affecting the Crown corporation’s future. What is Canada […]

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1 week ago Canadian taxpayer watchdog group slams Crown corporations' $190M bonuses

A watchdog group in Canada is questioning the decision of some Crown corporations to hand out $190 million in bonuses.The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) has spoken out on bonuses awarded by Crown corporations, citing worries about tax spending. The citizens' advocacy group is a federally incorporated, not-for-profit citizens' group "dedicated to lower taxes, less waste, and accountable government." Records obtained by CTF reveal corporations handed out over $190 million in bonuses during the 2024-2025 fiscal year, drawing sharp criticism from the group."Bonuses are for when you do a good job; they shouldn't be handed out like participation trophies," said Franco Terrazzano, CTF federal director. "Taxpayers can't afford to bankroll big bonus cheques each and every year for highly paid government executives. Here's a crazy idea: maybe the government should stop handing out bonuses when it's borrowing tens of bil...

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2 w. ago Toronto spa was just crowned the best in Canada for second year in a row

For the second year in a row, a Toronto spa has been named the best in Canada at the World Spa Awards. Guerlain Spa Toronto, located inside Hotel X Toronto, took the top spot at the prestigious awards programme and was highlighted for its blending of French elegance with modern wellness practices. The winners of the awards are chosen by a combination of industry experts and public votes. The spa draws on the luxury skincare house's Parisian techniques and exclusive protocols, which are taught only in Guerlain's own training institutions, and offers a variety of packages and treatments, including facials, lymphatic drainage, face sculpting, and makeup applications. Spa packages also include intensive body therapy, bridal packages, couples packages, and post-natal packages. The hotel spa's facilities include steam rooms, manicure and pedicure stations, a beauty studio, and 10 treatment rooms overlooking Lake Ontario. Guerlain Spa Toronto ...

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