5 h. ago Alberta Declares March 4 as World Obesity Day, Recognizing Obesity as a Chronic Disease

EDMONTON, Alberta, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alberta has become the first province in Canada to officially recognize obesity as a chronic disease. Alberta’s Minister of Health, Adriana LaGrange, declared World Obesity Day in the province, marking a significant step toward improving obesity care. This declaration highlights the urgent need for evidence-based treatment, policy […]

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7 h. ago Women in Calgary's music scene take centre stage ahead of International Women's Day

'Opening up spaces is super important,' said Calgary singer/songwriter Kate Stevens

Society

8 h. ago Manitoba’s Carruthers beats New Brunswick’s Grattan to remain unbeaten at Brier

Reid Carruthers is one of four unbeaten teams remaining at the Brier after winning his fourth straight game on Monday.

Transport

9 h. ago How has the ice crew taken care of frosty curling conditions at the Brier?

An army of dehumidifiers and volunteers to help set them up has aided ice guru Greg Ewasko and his crew's efforts to improve conditions

Transport

9 h. ago Manitoba businesses brace for impact as Trump’s tariffs set to hit Canadian goods

With the United States being one of Manitoba's oldest and most significant trade partners, the consequences for businesses owners can be rough.

Economics

10 h. ago Alberta hires former judge to investigate health spending corruption scandal

The Alberta government says it has hired the former chief judge of the provincial court of Manitoba to investigate allegations of corruption in health procurement contracts.

Economics

10 h. ago Former Manitoba judge appointed as investigator into health care procurements after alleged political interference

"Judge Wyant’s work on this matter begins immediately"

Politics

11 h. ago Owner of NYC day care where toddler fatally ingested fentanyl gets 45 years in prison

NEW YORK (AP) — A woman who owned a New York City day care center where a toddler died after ingesting fentanyl has been sentenced to 45 years in prison after pleading guilty to federal drug charges. Grei Mendez, 37, dropped her head into her crossed arms in anguish as Judge Jed S. Rakoff announced […]

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12 h. ago Day 4 at the Brier: 'Bitter rivals' Reid Carruthers, B.J. Neufeld come together for Manitoba

Provincial success decorates both star curlers but never with the same rink ... until now

Transport

13 h. ago Crypto Prices Sink on Trump Reserve Skepticism, Tariff Concerns

Euphoria in digital-asset markets stemming from Donald Trump’s plans for a strategic crypto reserve turned to skepticism on Monday, triggering early losses in cryptocurrencies that worsened throughout the day as investors braced for the US to impose 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada.

Economics

13 h. ago 'A long time coming': After 15 years on council, Demong ready to call it a day

'Honestly, it's been the honour of my life to represent Ward 14,' he said

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13 h. ago Toronto restaurants take U.S. products off their menu due to Trump tariffs threat

As Canada waits to see whether U.S. President Donald Trump will follow through on his threat to impose sweeping tariffs, Toronto restaurants are already taking steps to limit their reliance on U.S. products.Over the past few weeks, more and more business across the country have vowed to prioritize Canadian goods over U.S. alternatives as Trump's administration continues to deliberate over the specific of the tariffs, and with the deadline just a few hours away, some officials suggest that the final decision is still very much up in the air.On Monday, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told CNN that he would be discussing the looming tariffs with Trump throughout the day. "He's going to decide today," Lutnick said. "We are going to put it out tomorrow."The tariffs, initially announced as a 25 per cent levy on Canadian goods, had been delayed for a month after Canada vowed to implement new border security measures, which included the appointment of a new fentanyl czar.Ontario...

Economics

13 h. ago Toronto restaurants take U.S. products off menus due to Trump tariffs threat

As Canada waits to see whether U.S. President Donald Trump will follow through on his threat to impose sweeping tariffs, Toronto restaurants are already taking steps to limit their reliance on U.S. products.Over the past few weeks, more and more business across the country have vowed to prioritize Canadian goods over U.S. alternatives as Trump's administration continues to deliberate over the specific of the tariffs, and with the deadline just a few hours away, some officials suggest that the final decision is still very much up in the air.On Monday, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told CNN that he would be discussing the looming tariffs with Trump throughout the day. "He's going to decide today," Lutnick said. "We are going to put it out tomorrow."The tariffs, initially announced as a 25 per cent levy on Canadian goods, had been delayed for a month after Canada vowed to implement new border security measures, which included the appointment of a new fentanyl czar.Ontario...

Economics

13 h. ago Teenage boy charged with murder in stabbing death on First Nation in Manitoba

LONG PLAIN FIRST NATION — A 14-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder after the stabbing death of a man from a First Nation west of Winnipeg. Police say a vehicle carrying an injured man pulled up to the Long Plain detachment of the Manitoba First Nations Police Service on Feb. 24. They say […]

Events

13 h. ago ‘Someone has crucial information’: Manitoba RCMP probe fatal house fire

Police say they've been conducting interviews throughout the area in an attempt to find out what happened, although the fire's cause is not yet known.

Events

14 h. ago Trump tariff shadow looms over economy on eve of B.C. budget

An economic earthquake in the form of U.S. tariffs could rock the province on the same day Finance Minister Brenda Bailey delivers her first budget in Victoria.

Economics

14 h. ago Crypto scams have biggest impact on younger victims: Better Business Bureau

The Better Business Bureau says people between the ages of 18 and 44 have dropped the most cash of any age group, losing an average of $2,500 to these kinds of financial scams. 

Economics

14 h. ago Huge outdoor electronic music festival comes back to Toronto this summer

One of Toronto's biggest, longest and liveliest electronic music festivals is back this summer for eight days of sun and sweet sounds.It may be hard to imagine right now, as wind chills are still consistently subjecting us to sub-zero temperatures, and we still have to take comically large steps around snow banks when exiting cars, but summer is right around the corner, and with it comes a full suite of festivals and events to keep the party going all season long.Perhaps one of the most exciting, particularly for fans of EDM and outdoor partying, Electric Island is gearing up for its 13th season of taking over Toronto's festival scene.The festival, which originally took place on the Toronto Islands, has bounced around locations over the past 13 years, dabbling with stints at Woodbine Park, Ontario Place and, most recently, Fort York and the Bentway, which seems to have stuck this time around.The festival kicks off on the Victoria Day long weekend (May 17 and 18) at — you guess...

Culture

15 h. ago Time is now for Blue Jays to find order to their lagging offence

It’s fascinating to watch the daily release of manager John Schneider’s batting order for the endless stream of Grapefruit League games down in Florida. Normally reading too much into those day-to-day challenges is silliness given the prime emphasis this time of year is getting players at-bats and tinkering with lineups to make it all work […]

Events

17 h. ago Sources: Team Einarson lead Briane Harris files complaint against CCES with WADA

A four-time national champion as lead with Team Kerri Einarson, Harris had her ban lifted by the Court of Arbitration for Sport last January.

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