2 h. ago 35th Annual National Suicide Prevention Conference in Richmond Hill, Ontario

RICHMOND HILL, Ontario, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) is thrilled to announce the 35th Annual National Suicide Prevention Conference, scheduled to take place May 14 – 16, 2025, at the Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites in Richmond Hill, Ontario. This signature event brings together a […]

Society

4 h. ago Helium Evolution Announces Expansion of ENEOS Xplora Financing

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE UNITED STATES CALGARY, Alberta, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Helium Evolution Incorporated (TSXV:HEVI) (“HEVI” or the “Company”), a Canadian-based helium exploration company focused on developing assets in southern Saskatchewan, is pleased to announce a $1.8 million expansion of the initial financing of $2.7 million with ENEOS Xplora Inc. (“ENEOS Xplora”) […]

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4 h. ago Eby says softwood lumber a key focus of ‘productive meeting’ with Carney

Steep American duties on Canadian softwood lumber were expected to be a focal point as British Columbia Premier David Eby met with Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Transport

5 h. ago ‘Complete cruelty’: B.C. couple finds sick, injured poodle thrown in the trash

Terry Sparrow and his fiancée were out for a Wednesday evening stroll near Camosun Bog at Pacific Spirit Park when they made a disturbing discovery.

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5 h. ago Drugs like Ozempic could ‘significantly’ cut Alzheimer’s risk, study finds

New research suggests that GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, commonly used for diabetes and weight loss, may also reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

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5 h. ago Canada deploying with the Brits instead of U.S. Navy ‘just a happy coincidence’

It’s rare that Canadian warships join Royal Navy formations, but 'ship deployments are typically planned long in advance'

Events

5 h. ago Canadian navy ship deploying with the Brits instead of U.S. ‘just a happy coincidence’

It’s rare that Canadian warships join Royal Navy formations, but 'ship deployments are typically planned long in advance'

Events

6 h. ago China actively promoting Carney Liberal campaign: Election watchdog

The Chinese operation meant to "influence Canadian Chinese communities" and "mold perceptions" about Carney, a SITE task force member said

Politics

6 h. ago CN railroaders get 3% wage increase per year in ruling after shutdown last summer

MONTREAL — Engineers and conductors at Canadian National Railway Co. will receive a wage hike of three per cent per year under a contract reached via binding arbitration Monday, capping off a labour standoff that halted freight trains across the country last summer. Six days of hearings over the past month yielded a three-year contract […]

Transport

6 h. ago Industrial Networking Solutions Honored by Ericsson as Partner of the Year

Receives Enterprise Partner of the Year Award for driving customer innovation with leading enterprise 5G connectivity solutions RICHARDSON, Texas — Industrial Networking Solutions (INS), a leader in industrial networking technologies and services, today announced Ericsson (ERIC) has awarded INS with the 2024 Ericsson Enterprise Partner of the Year. Presented at Ericsson’s Enterprise Wireless Solutions recent […]

Culture

6 h. ago Reducing red tape on Canadian businesses could free up resources for growth; study

Canadian businesses spent 768 million hours on regulatory compliance in 2024, equivalent to nearly 394,000 full-time jobs

Economics

6 h. ago Why the political climate might be right to cut red tape once and for all

Poilievre rule would require cutting regulations for every new one as interest in unleashing economy grows

Politics

7 h. ago Trump’s Trade War Is Driving US Into Recession, Canada’s Carney Says

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Donald Trump’s tariff policy is an act of economic self-sabotage that’s pushing the US into a downturn.

Economics

7 h. ago Moringa Magic Reviews (2025 WARNING): What Buyers Discovered About Its Energy, Immunity & Weight Loss Benefits Will Shock You

RALEIGH, N.C., April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a health market flooded with overhyped wellness fads and questionable herbal blends, Moringa Magic is exploding in popularity—and not just because of the hype. Real users are now claiming everything from drastic energy improvements to rapid fat loss and even complete digestive resets, all without extreme […]

Sport

8 h. ago Canadian man locked out of $43K in PC Optimum points by Loblaws

A new report shines a light on a Loblaws shopper who recently had $43,000 worth of PC Optimum points frozen in his account before he could spend them.Frank Zhang has saved 43 million PC Optimum points over his lifetime by shopping at Loblaws stores and using a PC Mastercard, but he was quite shocked when he tried to redeem his points in January and found his account locked.According to a CBC Go Public report, the automated online help tool initially told him his account was frozen and that he needed to change his password to unlock it. That didn't resolve his issue, so Zhang called the helpline instead and was met with a different answer. The person on the phone told him that he'd broken the PC Optimum terms and conditions, but they refused to say which rule specifically led to his account being frozen.A Calgary man named Jeff Mack suffered the same issue after having his 1.5 million points ($1,500) frozen last fall. At least the support channel told him his account was di...

Economics

8 h. ago Canadian scientist awarded for discovering hormone used in Ozempic

Dr. Daniel Drucker shares the US$3 million prize with four colleagues in the U.S. and Denmark for discovering the GLP-1 hormone that's used in medications like Ozempic.

Other

8 h. ago GMerix Becomes Exclusive Distributor for Polyplex’s Saraprint Films in Canada, Expanding Access to High

LAVAL, Quebec — GMerix, a leader in industrial coatings and converting solutions, is now the exclusive distributor of Polyplex’s Saraprint digital media films in Canada. This partnership provides Canadian businesses with direct access to high-performance polyester films designed for digital printing, labels, and flexible packaging applications. “This partnership represents a major step forward in expanding […]

Culture

8 h. ago Canadian drivers can cash in on yet another car manufacturer class

Canadian Ford drivers could get compensated in a proposed class-action lawsuit against the popular car manufacturer.On April 2, law firm Charney Lawyers PC commenced a class-action lawsuit in British Columbia against Ford Motor Company and Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited on behalf of certain Canadians.The lawsuit alleges that certain Ford vehicles equipped with a 10R80 10-speed Transmission have been "linked to significant operational issues."If the lawsuit results in a settlement, Canadians who meet specific criteria could get paid.The allegationsAccording to the notice on Charney Lawyers' website, Ford introduced the 10R80 Transmission in 2017, and the company's Canadian counterpart has received several complaints from consumers."Numerous reports on internet forums and direct complaints to Ford highlight ongoing issues with shifting, jerking, and unintended downshifting at high speeds," states the site.Owners of the affected vehicles reported various problems, including unint...

Transport

9 h. ago Shawn Desman, July Talk, Dean Brody early names added to CNE concert lineup

Canadian pop singer Shawn Desman, and homegrown bands July Talk and Loverboy are set to make waves as part of the Canadian National Exhibition concert series.

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9 h. ago U.S. hits Canada lumber with 34% duties even before Trump tariffs

(Bloomberg) — The U.S. is poised to more than double duties on Canadian softwood lumber to 34.45%, putting more pressure on US materials costs even before President Donald Trump places any new tariffs on the sector. The U.S. currently levies countervailing and anti-dumping duties totaling 14.4%, a level that was set last year. Those are […]

Economics