3 h. ago Important Advisory: Barrie ice storm power restoration update

BARRIE, Ontario, March 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alectra Utilities advises that due to severe damage to trees and electricity infrastructure, power restoration in the downtown core of Barrie will not be completed by Monday morning. Alectra crews will be working overnight and through the morning to restore power, however businesses and residents in the […]

Economics

6 h. ago Wild FC add Irish goalie Jackie Burns, American forward Sarah Griffith

The luck of the Irish has arrived in Calgary as goalkeeper Jackie Burns (Cookstown, Northern Ireland) and forward Sarah Griffith (Naperville, Ill.) have added their names to Calgary Wild FC’s soccer roster. Griffith, a dynamic attacking player, adds offensive resiliency to the Wild’s lineup, while Burns completes a trio of élite goalkeepers poised to make […]

Events

7 h. ago Good news on major Oilers trade acquisition, iffy news on McDavid and Ekholm

This in from the Edmonton Oilers practice, some good news on major Edmonton Oilers trade acquisition Trent Frederic, but iffy news on the injury status of Connor McDavid, Stuart Skinner, Mattias Ekholm and John Klingberg. Reported Tony Brar of Oilers TV: “McDavid, Ekholm, S. Skinner & Klingberg will not be initially flying out with the […]

Politics

12 h. ago Court refuses Hudson’s Bay restructuring plan to empower lender in creditor protection case

Court-appointed monitor is sufficient to balance the lenders' rights with those of other stakeholders, judge rules

Economics

14 h. ago Tory MP Rempel Garner defends Conservative campaign plan amid pressure for Poilievre to pivot

Critics have expressed disagreement with the game plan, as some Tories want the campaign to focus more on tariff threats by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Other

16 h. ago ‘A great idea’: How office conversions could resurrect Calgary’s ailing downtown

CALGARY — Four years ago, Maxim Olshevsky abandoned his business for a new opportunity. After years of observing an exodus of downtown workers, Calgary announced it would be offering handsome payouts to developers to turn abandoned office towers into apartments. “We completely pivoted in 2021,” said Olshevsky, owner of Peoplefirst Developments. Until then, his company […]

Other

25 h. ago Donald Trump dit «se ficher complètement» d’une hausse du prix des voitures

Le président a imposé jeudi une taxe supplémentaire de 25% sur les automobiles importés aux États-Unis.

Other

28 h. ago Trio of political parties to officially make the ballot in Calgary election

Recently certified, A Better Calgary said it has a plan to prevent vote splitting amongst conservative voters by bypassing certain wards.

Politics

29 h. ago Canadian, international relief orgs plan response to Myanmar earthquake aftermath

In hours, the death toll has risen to 1,644, with the likelihood numbers will continue to grow as rescuers confirm more casualties over a widespread region.

Society

29 h. ago Canadian agencies join relief efforts in Myanmar earthquake aftermath

In hours, the death toll has risen to 1,644, with the likelihood numbers will continue to grow as rescuers confirm more casualties over a widespread region.

Culture

37 h. ago Transaction de la semaine: plus de 2 M$ pour cette ancienne Shoebox

Une ancienne résidence de type Shoebox, complètement rénovée il y a quelques années, vient d’être vendue pour un peu plus de 2 M$ à Montréal.

Economics

48 h. ago Iconic art that's been on display at Toronto subway station for decades is moving

For the first time in 47 years, a legendary piece of art that's called Spadina subway station home for decades is set to be displayed at a Toronto museum as part of a larger exhibition celebrating the work of renowned Canadian artist Joyce Wieland. In the mid-1970s, as the TTC was planning to expand its network with nine new subway stops stretching out of the downtown core, it commissioned several artists to create artwork for the upcoming transit stops, including Wieland. Recognized globally as one of the leading Canadian contemporary artists of the 20th century, Wieland's artwork "Barren Ground Caribou" continued the ecological themes in her work. The nostalgic quilt, which consists of layers of cotton fabric stuffed with synthetic batting, has been a fixture at the station's Kendal Avenue entry since it was unveiled in 1978. In 1975, Wieland said that the quilt "expresses aspects of the public's growing awareness of their environment and its preservation,...

Culture

48 h. ago Contemporary French chateau in Toronto hits the market for over $9 million

In 2017, 34 Old English Ln. sold for a little over $3 million with the intention of being completely transformed. The five-bedroom, three-bathroom house was one of the original Old English Lane homes and was in need of some major TLC. And gurrrrrllll, 34 Old English Ln. got a makeover!Spanning over 10,000 square feet, 34 Old English Ln. is now a contemporary French chateau with an Indiana limestone facade, architectural details galore and all the modern amenities you could ask for. The dining room. As you drive up to the estate, you're greeted by a circular heated driveway, four-car garage and perfectly manicured landscaping. The foyer. The custom wrought iron doors set the tone for the interior of the house, which is giving chic hotel vibes. The living room and kitchen.The main floor has an open concept layout with soaring 11-foot ceilings and 22-foot ceilings in the Great Room, which has a dramatic fireplace.  The living room. Floor-to-...

Economics

52 h. ago HYTN Secures Strategic Supply Agreements and Qualifies 4000kg of Cannabis for German Market

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HYTN Innovations Inc. (CSE: HYTN, FSE: 85W0, OTC PINK: HYTNF) (“HYTN” or the “Company”), a leader in pharmaceutical-grade cannabis manufacturing, is pleased to announce it has entered into strategic supply agreements (the “Agreements”) and successfully completed vendor qualification with two cannabis cultivators under its Good Manufacturing […]

Other

52 h. ago Mark Carney promises plan to ‘reform’ the CBC in coming days

Not surprisingly, Carney confirmed the changes will be different from Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s promise to defund the CBC while keeping Radio-Canada

Society

53 h. ago How one pilot school is welcoming women, Indigenous youth to the sky

Students in the Dziret’ái Pilot Training Program have completed ground training and now turn their attention to the sky.

Society

53 h. ago Une banale altercation pour une plainte de bruit vire au drame et chamboule complètement la vie des deux personnes impliquées

Paralysée, la victime est morte de ses blessures six mois plus tard; l’assaillant s’expose désormais à une peine de prison pour voies de fait graves.

Other

57 h. ago Koryx Copper Completes Internal Restructure to Simplify Corporate and Reporting Structures

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Koryx Copper Inc. (“Koryx” or the “Company”) (TSXV: KRY) is pleased to announce that it has completed a vertical short-form amalgamation (the “Amalgamation“) pursuant to the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) (the “BCBCA“) effective March 19, 2025, with the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary 1054137 B.C. Ltd. (“SubCo”) […]

Other

59 h. ago Carney says Canada, U.S. to negotiate new economic, security plan after election

Trump said first call to Canadian prime minister was 'extremely productive'

Politics

59 h. ago Près d’Ottawa, Carney et Poilievre présentent l’un à côté de l’autre deux visions du Canada

Les chefs conservateur et libéral se présentent dans deux circonscriptions voisines, mais opposées sur le plan politique.

Transport