26 m. ago Alberta teachers’ strike: Families face more than just class disruptions

More than 51,000 teachers in Alberta are on strike, leaving more than 700,000 students out of school and facing disruptions to their schooling and other activities.

Other

44 m. ago Ontario school boards join others telling Ford to reconsider speed camera ban

The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association begged the province to 'improve and refine' the speed camera program, instead of 'dismantling a proven, life-saving safety system.'

Society

44 m. ago LILLEY: Community group takes councillor to court over south Etobicoke shelter

A community group in Etobicoke has filed a lawsuit against their own councillor and a supplier claiming they enriched themselves over contracts surrounding a controversial shelter.  The suit was filed last week in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice against Ward 3 Councillor Amber Morley and Bruce Davis, the president of a company called Public […]

Other

60 m. ago Canadian Oct. 7 ‘martyrs’ events panned for glorifying terrorism

'When you think they can’t sink any lower, they do,' said Raquel Look, a Montreal woman whose son, Alexandre, was murdered on Oct. 7, 2023

Culture

62 m. ago Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer: Team making good progress towards LeBreton Flats arena

The Ottawa Senators are headed towards second base in their bid to build a new arena at LeBreton Flats. Senators owner Michael Andlauer, speaking for the first time publicly since the club purchased 11 acres of land in August from the National Capital Commission for a new home, told reporters on Monday that progress is […]

Other

67 m. ago Flames will open season with two rookies, but without two key veterans

A pair of Flames forwards, Jonathan Huberdeau and Martin Pospisil, will miss Wednesday’s season-opener due to injury

Other

80 m. ago UEFA ‘reluctantly’ approves European league games in US, Australia

UEFA on Monday said it had “reluctantly” approved the staging of a La Liga and a Serie A match in the United States and Australia, respectively, despite fan protests. “While it is regrettable to have to let these two games go ahead, this decision is exceptional and shall not be seen as setting a precedent,” […]

Economics

89 m. ago The Edmonton Oilers ink Jake Walman to lengthy extension, best blueline of McDavid era

It was a big signing Monday in Oil Country. Shortly after news broke of the Connor McDavid extension broke, the club also extended a key piece of the Edmonton blueline for the next seven seasons. Jake Walman inked a seven-year, $49m contract with an AAV of $7m. Walman arrived in Edmonton just before the playoffs […]

Other

91 m. ago Feds call Marineland euthanasia threat ‘inappropriate’ as deadline nears

Marineland warned that without an immediate financial bailout from the federal government, the company may be forced to declare bankruptcy or euthanize the animals. 

Events

97 m. ago Why Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is dominating the Yankees in the playoffs

Toronto's face of the franchise has six hits, two home runs and six RBIs in the ALDS so far.

Other

1 hour ago Professionals’ Financial – Mutual Funds Inc. announces a change to the sub

MONTRÉAL, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Professionals’ Financial – Mutual Funds Inc. (“FDP”), the investment fund manager and portfolio adviser of FDP Canadian Equity Portfolio (the “Fund”), announces the withdrawal of Manulife Asset Management Limited as portfolio sub-adviser for part of the Fund’s assets. The Fund’s assets are managed in part by Fidelity Investments […]

Other

1 hour ago YMCA expands child care and day camps to support Central and Northern Alberta families during teachers’ strike

Charity organization steps up to help parents and ignite the potential of children and youth across Central and Northern Alberta EDMONTON, Alberta and FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta and GRANDE PRAIRIE, Alberta and RED DEER, Alberta, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As teachers across Alberta begin strike action, YMCA of Northern Alberta has expanded its programs to […]

Transport

1 hour ago Tens of thousands of Toyota vehicles recalled in Canada for 'increased risk of crash'

Toyota has issued a new recall in Canada, citing safety concerns that a defect could increase the risk of a crash.In a statement first posted on Oct. 1, Transport Canada said that 32,733 Toyota vehicles are affected by a nationwide recall due to an issue with the visual system."Under certain conditions, a problem with the rearview camera could cause the rearview camera image not to display correctly or at all," states the recall. "Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing."According to Transport Canada, a malfunctioning rearview camera image that fails to display correctly could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up."This could increase the risk of a crash," reads the statement.The recall impacts two types of Toyota vehicles: the Sequoia and Tundra. Sequoia vehicles from 2023 to 2025, along with Tundra vehicles from 2022 to 2025, are included. However, it on...

Events

1 hour ago Coun. Markus Chambers resigns as Winnipeg Police Board chair

The board announced Monday that Coun. Markus Chambers stepped down as Winnipeg Police Board chair on Oct. 1.

Events

1 hour ago London author Emma Donoghue among finalists for $100K Giller Prize

Also on the 2025 short list: Mona Awad, Eddy Boudel Tan, Emma Knight and Souvankham Thammavongsa.

Economics

1 hour ago Calgary Stampede's 2026 poster unveiled, depicts local grass dancing champion

The Calgary Stampede revealed it’s 2026 poster on Monday, which captures champion grass dancer Tyrone Sitting Eagle of Siksika Nation in an acrylic painting by AUArts student Dayna Loepp.  The painting, titled When the Grass Dances, depicts Sitting Eagle in his grass dancing regalia, competing at the 2024 Calgary Stampede Powwow. Loepp, 22, moved to Calgary […]

Sport

1 hour ago Canucks preview: Why these crucial 10 games will define a season of redemption

With demanding and condensed schedule, the Canucks could be in playoff positioning contention or peril when Winter Olympics commence Feb. 6

Other

2 h. ago Ronald S. Billingsley Jr.: Fighting for the people left behind

We asked Edmonton’s mayoral candidates to answer the question: “Why I should be mayor.”  In a world of polished candidates with tightly managed images, Ronald offers something radically different: honesty. I’m not here to pretend to be perfect. I am a suspended lawyer — facing possible disbarment. I live with mental illness. I’ve battled addiction […]

Other

2 h. ago Things to do in Calgary in October: Calgary Flames | Thanksgiving | Toy Show and Sale

Events, activities and festivals in Calgary in October

Other

2 h. ago Who is Blue Jays’ Trey Yesavage and what to know about his meteoric rise with Canada’s team

Everything you need to know about the rookie right-hander who dismantled some of baseball's best hitters in a crucial playoff game on Sunday

Society