96 m. ago Ontario Highway 407 is free during rush hour for this entire month

Ontario drivers are getting a break on the ever-rising cost of living in the province and will get free access to Highway 407 ETR during rush hour throughout the month of March 2025.The private operators of the tolled highway route announced that, from March 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025, Ontario drivers will be able to use the 407 toll-free on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and/or 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.But there are some things you might need to know first.Who is eligible?Personal vehicles with Ontario licence plates can access this promotion, while private truck traffic and other heavy vehicle transponders are not eligible for this offer.What is covered?Throughout this promotion, motorists will have toll charges, trip toll charges, camera charges, and applicable account fees waived and replaced by a promotional credit on bills. Transponder lease fees will continue to apply for motorists who lease the devices.How to get in on the promotionTravel will be free during weekday rush hou...

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2 h. ago Central 1 and Intellect Design Arena Ltd. Conclude Operating Partnership Transaction Digital banking operations transferred as of March 3, 2025

VANCOUVER, British Columbia and TORONTO, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Central 1 Credit Union (Central 1) and Intellect Design Arena Ltd. (Intellect) today announced the completion of all necessary closing activities for the operating partnership agreement in which Intellect will assume responsibility for Central 1’s digital banking operations. Effective March 3, 2025, operation of […]

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5 h. ago Robex Announces the Closing of the Convention with the Government of Mali

QUÉBEC CITY, March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Robex Resources Inc. (“Robex”, the “Company” or the “Issuer”) (TSXV: RBX) is pleased to announce the closing of the convention, compliant with the 2023 Mining code, with the government of Mali. The convention has now been signed by the Government as per the terms signed on the […]

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6 h. ago LILLEY: Harper slams Carney for taking credit for Flaherty’s work

In letter to Conservative Party members, Stephen Harper says Mark Carney is taking credit for work he didn't do in the financial crisis.

Economics

8 h. ago Credit Spreads Are on the Longest Widening Streak Since 2023

Corporate bond spreads have widened for eight trading sessions in a row, the longest period of ballooning spreads in over a year, as investors turn defensive amid rising fears about the impact of tariffs.

Economics

10 h. ago Daniel Hauser sets franchise shutout records as surging Hitmen rout Rockets

The Calgary Hitmen extended their point streak to seven games with a dominant 7-0 victory over the visiting Kelowna Rockets in WHL action at the Saddledome on Sunday. Goaltender Daniel Hauser made history with a franchise-record-setting performance, while the Hitmen’s offence exploded. Hauser’s stellar 23-save effort marked his fourth consecutive shutout, earning him the franchise record. The previous […]

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15 h. ago LEAFS TAKEAWAYS: Win streak hits five games despite some high

Each of the Maple Leafs’ past five consecutive wins has included a dangerous high-wire element to it and Sunday’s near tumble was no exception. In extending their win streak, they pushed the envelope in what not to do in the defensive zone, but still collected another two points to stay atop the Atlantic Division. Our […]

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16 h. ago Oscars spread awards around to ’Anora,’ ’Conclave’ and ’Wicked’

LOS ANGELES — The 97th Academy Awards are spreading the love around, dishing out awards to “Anora,” “Conclave,” “Wicked” and “The Substance” in the ceremony’s first half. The two films seen as the most likely to win best picture, “Anora” and “Conclave,” each took an award for screenplay. “Conclave” scribe Peter Straughan won best adapted […]

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16 h. ago Zoe Saldana wins supporting actress as Oscars spread awards around

LOS ANGELES — The 97th Academy Awards spread the love around, dishing out awards to “Anora,” “Conclave,” “Wicked” and “The Substance” in the ceremony’s first two hours. Half of the 10 movies nominated for best picture came away with at least one award. That included the beleaguered Netflix contender “Emilia Perez,” which, despite a backlash […]

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16 h. ago High five: Flawless Nick Tetz extends Lethbridge title streak in PBR Canada Cup Series

LETHBRIDGE, Alta. — Nick Tetz delivered a perfect 3-for-3 performance to win his fifth consecutive Professional Bull Riders Canada Cup Series event in Lethbridge. Calgary’s Tetz got off to a quick start in the PBR South Country Co-op Showdown in Round 1 on Friday when he rode Trailer Trash (Vold Rodeo) for a top score […]

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37 h. ago A hat trick and a first OHL victory lift the Niagara IceDogs to 6

The Niagara IceDogs ended a 12-game winless streak with a victory over the London Knights.

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40 h. ago Player grades: Have Edmonton Oilers finally found the solution? Beat Canes 3

The Edmonton Oilers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-1 with an outstanding defensive effort, breaking a five game losing streak. Have the Oilers finally found the solution to their recent woes. They certainly did so in this one game, rediscovering many of the solid defensive habits they had lost in the last month. Connor McDavid. He […]

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42 h. ago Chrystia Freeland takes shots at Poilievre, Trudeau on ’Real Time with Bill Maher’

Chrystia Freeland joined the growing ranks of high-profile Canadian politicians taking to U.S. airwaves to spread their message to Canadian and American viewers since the election of U.S. President Donald Trump. On Friday night, Freeland took swings at Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau while making her pitch to be Canada’s next […]

Politics

54 h. ago Charting the Global Economy: Rocky Start to Year for US Growth

US consumer spending weakened and the merchandise trade deficit widened markedly at the start of the year, pointing to a downshift in the world’s largest economy.

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62 h. ago Dump truck driver pleads guilty in fatal cyclist collision in North Vancouver

The crash happened at the intersection of Lonsdale Avenue and 23rd Street on March 6, 2023, as the truck was making a right turn. 

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66 h. ago Albertans to get promised tax cut in Budget 2025 — here's what it means

Albertans can expect to see a tax cut starting this summer after the government released Budget 2025 on Thursday. The income tax cut, which was promised during the spring 2023 election, is being introduced amid a projected $5.2-billion deficit for the fiscal year, with future deficits of $2.4 billion and $2 billion expected in the […]

Economics

67 h. ago Illinois landlord guilty of murder, hate crime in 2023 attack on Palestinian American boy

JOLIET, Ill. — A jury found an Illinois landlord guilty of murder and hate crime charges Friday for a brutal 2023 attack on a Palestinian American family that killed a 6-year-old. Joseph Czuba, 73, was charged in the fatal stabbing of Wadee Alfayoumi and the wounding of his mother, Hanan Shaheen on Oct. 14, 2023 […]

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69 h. ago Toronto is renovating two bridges with bike lanes and here's what they will look like

In spite of Premier Doug Ford's anti-bike lane sentiments and legislation, the City of Toronto is moving to transform a number of streets to better prioritize pedestrians and cyclists under the assumption that so long as no traffic lanes are removed during the revamps, the projects won't be subject to the province's new Reducing Gridlock, Saving You Time Act.Among the numerous kilometres of roadway eyed for the new infrastructure are two bridges due to be replaced to help prevent flooding in the Rockcliffe-Smythe neighbourhood, which is designated by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) as one of the most at-risk for river overflows and backups during storms.The two viaducts, which are 1960s-era and cross over Black Creek at Jane Street and Scarlett Road, will be reconstructed and increased in height as nearby flood channels are expanded and the surrounding land is stabilized.At the same time, the roadways will also be widened, and ...

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2 d. ago Premier Danielle Smith talks about budget’s income tax cuts for Albertans

The tax break was first promised in the 2023 election, and could save individuals up to $750 per year.

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2 d. ago Man convicted of firearms charges sought after monitoring device removed: Toronto cops

An Ottawa man convicted of several firearms-related offences is wanted by Toronto Police for allegedly removing his ankle monitor. On Feb. 17, 2023, Kuot Akoi was charged but released from custody with conditions to wear the device. The 30-year-old was recently convicted of the charges and was to turn himself in and start serving his […]

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