5 h. ago 'Things are perilous right now': Measles cases in Alberta rise to 313; experts endorse vaccine

Experts and doctors have pointed to the fall in immunization rates over the past two decades as a major reason for the measles outbreak

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6 h. ago Brunswick Exploration Announces Brokered Private Placement for Gross Proceeds of up to C$2.5 Million, with a Lead Order from a Strategic Investor

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWS WIRE SERVICESOR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES MONTREAL, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brunswick Exploration Inc. (“Brunswick” or the “Corporation”) (TSX-V: BRW, OTCQB: BRWXF) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement with Red Cloud Securities Inc., to act as co-lead agent and […]

Economics

6 h. ago Firm Capital Property Trust Announces Closing of Previously Announced Sale of Its 50% Interest in a 159,470 Square Foot Industrial Building Located in Montreal for $27.9 Million

TORONTO, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Firm Capital Property Trust (“FCPT” or the “Trust”) (TSX : FCD.UN) is pleased to announce that it has closed the previously announced sale within its Montreal Industrial Portfolio Joint Venture (“Montreal Industrial JV”) of a 100% interest in a single tenant, 159,470 square foot industrial facility for gross […]

Economics

6 h. ago Officials plan to revamp the US air traffic control system. Here’s a breakdown by the numbers

The Trump administration on Thursday announced an ambitious three-year plan to replace the United State’s aging air traffic control system. Officials did not provide an exact cost estimate but said it would require billions of dollars to put in place. They said a $12.5 billion budget proposal that a House committee drafted last week represents […]

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7 h. ago John Ivison: Conservatives want their leader to change. He might not wish to

A failure to accommodate shifting circumstances is prompting questions inside the party about whether a 45-year-old man can truly change

Politics

7 h. ago Committee endorses options to better conserve trees on private property

Private land encompasses more than two-thirds of Calgary’s land base and the city has no jurisdiction over what happens to trees on people's properties

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7 h. ago City of Ottawa seeking 'creative solutions' to tariff impact on purchases

The chief procurement officer told a council committee staff were "monitoring daily" the impacts that tariffs were having on individual vendors and scrutinizing existing contracts.

Economics

7 h. ago LaGrange denies Opposition accusations of Bill 55 hospital privatization

Opposition New Democrats said Thursday the Alberta government’s Bill 55 opens the door for private ownership of hospitals, something the government denies, stating such accusations amount to “empty fearmongering.” The Health Statutes Amendment Act was introduced in the legislature last week and proposes hundreds of changes across its 332 pages of text. Opposition health critic […]

Politics

9 h. ago Latin Metals Appoints Eduardo Leon as Vice President of Exploration and Qualified Person

Upsizes Private Placement for Gross Proceeds of $1.3 Million Not for distribution to United States newswire services or for release, publication, distribution or dissemination directly, or indirectly, in whole or in part, in or into the United States. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Latin Metals Inc. (TSXV: LMS) (“Latin Metals” or […]

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11 h. ago Boost in Flights from Canada to The Islands of The Bahamas this Summer and Fall

NASSAU, Bahamas, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation announces new and expanded airlift options from Canada making it easier than ever for Canadian travelers to experience the beauty and culture of the islands. Air Canada is introducing new, nonstop flights from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) and […]

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13 h. ago US House Committees to Begin Debate on Trump Tax Cuts on Tuesday

The legislative push for President Donald Trump’s massive tax package will begin in earnest next week as key House committees consider the legislation despite lingering divisions among Republicans.

Economics

13 h. ago GC Aesthetics® Strengthens Board of Directors with Strategic Appointments

DUBLIN — GC Aesthetics® (GCA), a privately-held medical technology company providing aesthetic and reconstruction solutions for global healthcare markets is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Luigi Ferrari as Chairman of the Board (non-executive) and Mr. Patrick Lee as Board Director, reinforcing the company’s strategic direction and long-term growth plans. These appointments follow the […]

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14 h. ago Adam: Will Pierre Poilievre ever return to an Ottawa riding?

And which version of the Conservative leader will we see in the future: the flame-thrower or a gentler politician?

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15 h. ago KKR’s Infrastructure Whisperer Looks to Reawaken Property Arm

When KKR & Co. thought about the future of a unit investing in the most sluggish part of private markets, it turned to a hot sector.

Economics

15 h. ago Lululemon founder Chip Wilson the wrong target for those wanting extra taxes on mansions

Douglas Todd: Since Wilson pays a great deal of Canadian income taxes, he's not the best example of why mansion owners should pay a property surtax. Find out who owns the rest of B.C.'s 10 most expensive properties

Economics

15 h. ago More than 100 vultures die in mass poisoning in South Africa’s Kruger National Park

CAPE TOWN, South Africa — At least 123 vultures died in South Africa’s flagship national park after eating the carcass of an elephant that was poisoned by poachers with agricultural pesticides, park authorities and an animal conservation group said Thursday. Another 83 vultures that were rescued from the site and transported for treatment by helicopter […]

Events

16 h. ago 'Stability and calm': Former Edmonton police chief Dale McFee tackles new challenges as top civil servant

Dale McFee was anxious about buying his first large property, a strip mall in Prince Albert, Sask., where he worked as a police officer. Based on his successful four-year stint with the Prince Albert Raiders, McFee had a good name in hockey-mad P.A. but he didn’t have the money for such a large purchase, so […]

Events

17 h. ago Cybin Announces Additional U.S. Patent Supporting its CYB003 Breakthrough Therapy Program in Phase 3 Development for Major Depressive Disorder

– Newly issued patent includes pharmaceutical compositions and oral dosage forms within the CYB003 program with expected exclusivity until 2041 – – Cybin’s growing intellectual property portfolio comprises more than 80 granted patents and over 230 pending applications – – Patient dosing continues in APPROACH, Cybin’s first pivotal Phase 3 study of CYB003 for the […]

Politics

17 h. ago Letters May 8, 2025: ‘Stepping down to make space for Poilievre, even without a pension, is impressive.’

KUREK A TRUE CANADIAN  Jagmeet Singh feebly and egregiously clung to power and kept the Liberals in power for two years for the sole purpose of qualifying for his pension. Had he not performed in this pernicious way, we would have had a Conservative government. Instead, we are saddled with another Liberal debacle. A true […]

Culture

20 h. ago Today's letters: 'Longest ballot committee' at it again in Alberta

Thursday, May 8: Elections Canada should consider a fee for potential candidates, much like during a leadership race, a reader suggests. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

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