2 h. ago Canadian pharmaceutical industry alarmed after Trump threatens 200% tariff on drug imports

Canadian exports less than 5% of all generic medicines sold in the U.S., but Canada 'could get caught in the crossfire if there are broad-based tariffs'

Economics

6 h. ago The Cootes is out of the bag: Canucks lock down star prospect

Braeden Cootes has agreed to an entry-level deal, which will kick in once he's played 10 NHL games or he turns 20 years old

Other

6 h. ago Snooki sighting in Kelowna points to B.C. as likely location of new Canada Shore show

Is the first Canadian MTV Shore format filming in Kelowna?

Other

6 h. ago First Nations call for Ontario environment minister to resign for trying to stop clean water bill

McCarthy singled out the fresh drinking water bill when asking the federal Liberals to stop legislation that would 'delay project development and undermine competitiveness'

Politics

7 h. ago Canadian pharmaceutical industry alarmed after Trump floats 200 per cent tariff

WASHINGTON — Canada likely isn’t the main target of U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose a 200 per cent tariff on pharmaceutical imports, an industry representative said Wednesday _ but his plan could still put parts of the Canadian sector in peril. “Canada is not the target but we could get caught in the […]

Economics

7 h. ago Ontario bakers look to heat up friendly competition with B.C. over Nanaimo bar record

In the kitchen of Northwest Fudge Factory in Levack, Ont., a group of five children spent the better part of a day last month mixing hundreds of kilograms of butter, sugar, chocolate and graham crackers before carefully spreading distinct layers on top of each other. The result was a 544-kilogram Nanaimo bar that they claimed […]

Sport

7 h. ago CFL picks: B.C. Lions look to keep momentum going in Edmonton

Edmonton's Tre Ford sets up an intriguing battle with fellow Canadian starter Nathan Rourke of the Lions

Other

8 h. ago More Canadians using air conditioning to beat the heat, says Statistics Canada

68 per cent of Canadian households report use of air conditioning to beat the summer heat, says StatCan. The highest percentage is in Ontario, the lowest in B.C.

Economics

8 h. ago Allen G. Hassenfeld, former CEO of Hasbro and whose family founded the iconic toy maker, dies at 76

NEW YORK (AP) — Alan G. Hassenfeld, a renowned philanthropist and former CEO of iconic toy company Hasbro Inc., the maker of G.I. Joe and Play-Doh, has died. He was 76, according to the toy company. Hasbro, the nation’s second largest toy company behind Mattel, declined to offer more details. Hassenfeld’s family foundation, Hassenfeld Family […]

Events

9 h. ago Power of pancakes on display at two Wednesday morning breakfasts

Tsuut'ina Nation Police Service's 20th annual Stampede breakfast celebrated community and culture, Southcentre Mall's Pink Pancake breakfast held in support of the Canadian Cancer Society

Other

9 h. ago Canadian swimming star Summer McIntosh eyeing gold with added challenge of extra event

Summer McIntosh has learned to manage hectic competition schedules better over the years. And with that has come a willingness to further challenge herself. The 18-year-old from Toronto has her sights set on wins in five events at the upcoming world aquatics championships in Singapore. McIntosh won four medals (three gold, one silver) at the […]

Other

10 h. ago Here are the products sold by Canadian Tire that have been recalled so far this year

If you've shopped at Canadian Tire recently or in the past few years, it's time to double-check your purchases, as some items have been recalled due to serious health and safety risks, including choking hazards and the risk of electric shock injury.Health Canada issued alerts and provided further details about active recalls for these products that were sold at Canadian Tire stores and other retailers. While some of these recalls are recent, some items were sold in Canada as far back as 2018 and 2019. This year, items include a children's toy, a snowblower and women's boots.If you do own any of these affected products, you can contact the companies for free repairs, exchanges or refunds. Here are some recently recalled items.The North Face women's bootsRecall date: April 17Thousands of women's boots from The North Face were recalled due to a potential fall hazard. Health Canada announced a recall of the Shellista V Mid Waterproof Boots, as it's possible that the hook of on...

Other

10 h. ago International bakery chain known for healthy cake opening first Toronto location

An international bakery chain known for what it calls "healthy" versions of classic treats is about to open its first-ever Canadian location in Toronto.You may assume that ingredients like sugar, gluten, and dairy are integral pillars for almost any baked good, and, most of the time, you'd be right. However, one European bakery chain that's about to make its Canadian debut is on a mission to prove that you can have sweet treats that still hit the spot without any of those things.We'll be the judges of that.Landing on Bloor West this summer by way of Poland is FitCake, a chain that touts itself as "the first and largest non-pastry shop in the world," and currently boasts nine locations in Poland, with an additional presence in Austria, Sweden, Spain, and Malta.So, what makes the cakes so "fit"? The bakery (or, non-pastry shop, if you prefer) is completely sugar-free, lactose-free, gluten-free, and vegan, but, if its rapid expansion across Europe can be used as any indi...

Society

11 h. ago Canada’s wildfire smoke ‘suffocating,’ needs ‘better’ management: U.S. reps

Several U.S. members of Congress are urging action by the Canadian government on wildfires, saying smoke from the flames is impacting Americans' ability to enjoy summer.

Events

11 h. ago Edmonton Oilers deal with Lightning for Hoby Baker winner Isaac Howard

"I think that's an unreal opportunity, I don't think you can get any better than that, those are two of the best players in the world. Could be the two best. It's pretty incredible, I can't wait to share the ice with those guys, pick their brain"

Other

11 h. ago Edmonton Oilers land Hobey Baker winner Ike Howard in deal with Lightning

"I think that's an unreal opportunity, I don't think you can get any better than that, those are two of the best players in the world. Could be the two best. It's pretty incredible, I can't wait to share the ice with those guys, pick their brain"

Other

11 h. ago U.S. copper tariffs threat met with shrugs, skepticism, though risks remain

While Canadian copper miners have largely said U.S. copper tariffs won’t affect them, some market analysts are wondering how realistic the threat really even is. U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he was planning to impose 50 per cent tariffs on copper imports, though any details on possible exemptions or timing have yet to […]

Economics

11 h. ago What are AI agents and which jobs are they coming for first?

Around 30% of Canadian businesses have adopted the technology touted as able to make decisions. On the downside, it's also susceptible to hallucinating

Other

12 h. ago After Texas floods hit summer camp, what we know about Canadian safety rules

Some risk is 'inevitable,' safety experts say — but there are procedures and standards Canadian parents should be aware of if they're worried about camp safety.

Events

12 h. ago Halifax has among highest child care costs across Canadian cities: new study

Halifax's median daycare fees were more expensive than those in Toronto, Oakville, Ottawa and all other Atlantic cities studied.

Economics