3 h. ago What's the future of public events in B.C. after deadly Lapu Lapu Day attack?

From massive outdoor festivals to small block parties, the ability to gather with friends, neighbours and strangers serves an important function, says security expert Stephen Hart. "We want the ability to have those things. It's kind of what makes life worth living."

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5 h. ago Opinion: City engagement with citizens needs complete overhaul

This time last year, the city was gripped by the longest-ever public hearing in city council’s history. More than 700 Calgarians spoke on the blanket rezoning policy proposal. Following its approval by council, city administration is implementing it by preparing amendments to the existing land-use bylaw. Proposed changes include consolidating dwelling type categories and enabling more […]

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5 h. ago Opinion: New compassionate intervention act offers better protections for individuals

In 2015, I testified in the trial of J.H. v. Alberta Health Services, regarding a man who had been involuntarily hospitalized for nine months under provisions of Alberta’s Mental Health Act (MHA), but who was, as his psychiatrist also testified, “not getting any specific treatment” for his alleged mental disorder. Justice Kristine Eidsvik determined that […]

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7 h. ago Spain’s Power Grid Spending Fell Behind as Solar Energy Boomed

Spain’s nationwide blackout this week has put a spotlight on potential vulnerabilities in its system that may offer warnings to others, as rising electrification and clean energy place new demands on power grids around the world.

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13 h. ago Trippy Ontario house that looks like a 1970s time capsule is going for $4.5M

It may be 2025, but stepping into 6800 Second Line W. in Mississauga feels like falling headfirst into a lava lamp.This trippy time capsule appears to have been pulled straight from 1970, complete with psychedelic wallpaper.We're talking zigzag patterns that make the walls look like they're melting, linoleum tiles so loud they practically scream, and a wood-panelled basement rec room that looks ready to host a Bee Gees listening party.The foyer. This home has never been on the market before, so it's no surprise it's in need of some serious modernization.The dining room. But if you can see past the retro riot of textures and colours, there's actually a ton of potential here.The land. Not only does the home offer four bedrooms and four bathrooms, but it sits on nearly an acre of land.So much room for activities. According to the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, half of that could be subdivided into two separate lots, each measuring a s...

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13 h. ago This Ontario wellness retreat has you staying in a tiny box in the middle of the woods

This secluded wellness retreat in Ontario is perhaps the most serene way to reconnect with nature without sacrificing on luxury.Wellness may be the buzzword to end all buzzwords in 2025, being co-opted by everything from luxury clubs offering some seriously Cronenbergian-sounding services to cold plunge camps that encourage you to take a dip in frozen lakes, but it's not without reason.In 2025, when the world seems to be careening ever deeper into utter chaos, the notion that there are concrete steps (that can come in varying degrees of scientific complexity) we can take to support our own — say it with me — wellness, is a comfort.It's a small way to feel in control of an otherwise out-of-control period in human history.But that's not why I called you here. I only bring it up because Garth and Rebecca Bigelow, who own Muskoka-based vacation rental venture Unique Stays, have found a similar sense of peace in the whole 'wellness' thing, a...

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17 h. ago Gatineau police opening surveillance camera registry to fight crime

Gatineau police are creating a “surveillance camera registry” and are asking business owners and residents with outdoor cameras to sign up. “By registering their cameras, residents can partner with the Service de police de la Ville de Gatineau (SPVG) to help police officers and investigators advance investigations following a crime that may have occurred in […]

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23 h. ago This Day in History, 1910: Hype abounds during Vancouver's biggest population boom

The population of Vancouver and its environs exploded after 1900, and real estate companies promoted new neighbourhoods, towns and resorts.

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24 h. ago Day of mourning for Lapu Lapu tragedy as suspect appears in court

A statement from the province says the day is an opportunity to grieve the lives that were lost and offer support to those who lost loved ones in the horrific tragedy.

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25 h. ago Pierre Poilievre to run in Alberta byelection after MP offers to resign

"It is with humility and appreciation that I have accepted Damien Kurek's offer to resign his seat in Battle River—Crowfoot so that I can work to earn the support of citizens to serve them in Parliament," Poilievre said

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25 h. ago Toronto opens water fountains and washrooms, pools and splashpads to follow

The city said it expects to have opened 140 splash and spray pads around Toronto by May 17. Outdoor pools will begin to open in mid-June.

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25 h. ago Here's when Toronto's first outdoor pools open up for the season

Pool season is quickly approaching, and the city has just released its staggered schedule for the season.Cue the warm weather because Toronto swimmers will be able to enjoy outdoor pools next month.The first 15 public pools will open on Saturday, June 14, on a weekend schedule from 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., though the City has not yet announced which pools will be part of this initial rollout.The City's remaining 49 open pools follow suit a week later on Saturday, June 21.Friday, June 27, is the official day when all 64 outdoor pools and wading pools open and operate on full-time hours. If you're looking to have some fun at the City's 140 splash and spray pads, mark Saturday, May 17, on your calendars for the opening of the season, while beach bums can look to Saturday, May 31, for lifeguard supervision across 10 beaches.Throughout May and June, the city will be working to open up other city and park amenities, including maintenance on drinking fountains and washrooms....

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28 h. ago SHAPIRO: Guaranteeing Ukraine’s sovereignty may hinge on a force of arms

Russia’s war to conquer Ukraine has been raging since February 2022. At first, the Russian offensive seemed fated for success. Russian troops came within a few kilometres of Kyiv and Western powers offered President Volodymyr Zelenskyy exit from the country. Zelenskyy refused; Ukrainian forces proceeded to hold off and reverse the Russian offensive. Within a […]

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28 h. ago Snaile Partners with Virtual.com to Join the Virtual Network

Aiming to Deploy 800 Snaile Lockers on the Virtual Network in Q2 and over 1,200 locations before the end of 2025, Virtual Network Offers Scalable, Carrier-Agnostic Infrastructure for Last-Mile Logistics TORONTO — Snaile, Canada’s leading smart parcel locker provider, and Virtual.com, a premier transportation technology, and pudo (pick up and drop off) network, are excited […]

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29 h. ago Draganfly Announces Pricing of US$3.6 Million Underwritten Public Offering

Saskatoon, SK., May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8A) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), a drone solutions, and systems developer, today announced the pricing of its previously announced underwritten public offering (the “Offering”) of 1,715,000 units, with each unit consisting of one common share and one warrant to purchase […]

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30 h. ago A Canadian horse wins the Kentucky Derby for the first time: Today in history

On this date, May 2, in history: In 1497, Italian-born John Cabot set sail from Bristol, England, to follow Columbus’ route to what he thought was Asia. The expedition reached land on June 24, probably at Cape Breton, and cruised along the south coast of Newfoundland. Cabot returned the following year to explore from Greenland […]

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38 h. ago Chaos erupts in Toronto streets after Leafs win series with Senators

The Toronto Maple Leafs haven't given their fans a ton of playoff performances to celebrate in recent history, so when they got the chance on Thursday, fans took full advantage.The Leafs beat the Ottawa Senators 4-2 to wrap up their first-round Battle of Ontario. While the game took place in Ottawa, there were plenty of fans going wild in Toronto after the big win.After so many heartbreaks over the years, Maple Leafs fans waited until the very end to start their celebration. William Nylander scored an empty-net goal with less than a minute remaining to finish the Senators off, which sent fans in Toronto into bedlam.The fans watching on the big screen at Maple Leaf Square were jubilant as the clock hit zero.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Scotiabank Arena (@scotiabankarena)The Leafs were ahead 3-0 in this series, but the Senators came back to make it interesting. It was reminisce...

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39 h. ago Ottawa Senators suffer heartbreaking series loss in Battle of Ontario

The Battle of Ontario had a heartbreaking finish for the Ottawa Senators. The Senators came up short in their attempt to write a storybook ending in the first playoff series against their provincial rivals in 21 years. Trying to become only the fifth team in National Hockey League history to erase a 3-0 deficit in […]

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40 h. ago B.C. man completes dream adventure on Canada’s most northern island

“We’re talking frostbite not in minutes, we’re talking frostbite in seconds. You put your hand out and I could see it going white.”

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44 h. ago Toronto Marathon, other events to run toward this weekend across GTA

It’s the first weekend of May and what better way to celebrate than by heading to the city and enjoying everything it has to offer? The weather might not be completely co-operative, but rain or shine you’re bound to have a good time. Or simply want some good grub? Eating will undoubtedly be on the […]

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