47 m. ago French language leaders’ debate rescheduled to 6 p.m. Wednesday because of Habs game

Debate moderator Patrice Roy announced that the political clash was going to start two hours earlier than originally planned

Politics

78 m. ago No more free parking at these eight Vancouver community centres and facilities

The park board voted on a plan to implement paid parking to some of the city's busiest community centres

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1 hour ago Ontario’s environment minister plans to consider ‘growing the economy’ in his decisions

Todd McCarthy, who became the environment minister last month, said he was considering economic outcomes as part of ensuring he is effectively completing his role.

Politics

2 h. ago «Je m’en allais vers le mur, j’aimais mieux tout arrêter» : Michel Charette est de retour sur les planches après un épuisement

Après avoir mis sa vie professionnelle sur pause pendant plusieurs mois, Michel Charette sera de retour sur les planches du Théâtre du Rideau Vert.

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2 h. ago Mexico Halts Fuel Imports at Texas Border as Inspections Ramp Up

Fuel shipments from Texas headed to Mexico have ground to a halt as the Mexican government cracks down on imports over tax payments.

Economics

2 h. ago First Nation launches challenge of B.C.’s approval to raise Mount Polley mine dam

VANCOUVER — A British Columbia First Nation has filed a legal challenge over the plan to allow the Mount Polley mine to raise its tailings dam a decade after a similar storage site at the mine gave way, creating one of the province’s largest environmental disasters. The Xatsull First Nation has filed a petition in […]

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3 h. ago Newsom Defends California Pollution Plan in Face of Trump Attack

Governor Gavin Newsom is seeking to extend California’s key pollution-reduction program even as President Donald Trump ramps up attacks on the state’s climate efforts.

Events

3 h. ago Simpson Oil Releases Presentation Addressing Years of Value Destruction Under Parkland’s CEO and Board

Highlights Plan to Restore Accountability and Deliver Results to Reverse the Current Board’s Failures Presents Shareholders With a Clear Choice: A New Team With a Focus on Execution—or More of the Same Urges Shareholders to visit www.RefuelParkland.com to View the Full Presentation and for Details on How to Vote for All Nine of Simpson Oil’s […]

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4 h. ago Groupe Dynamite to close up to 10 stores this year but open 20 more

Groupe Dynamite Inc. says it expects to close about 10 stores that are mostly in Canada this fiscal year, even as it plans to open up to 20 more in the U.S. over the same time frame. The Montreal-based clothing retailer also said Tuesday that between 10 and 15 of its Dynamite and Garage stores […]

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4 h. ago California governor urges Canadians to visit state despite U.S. tensions

Amid U.S.-Canada tensions, California's governor is inviting Canadians and assuring a warm, touristy welcome thousands of miles away from U.S. President Donald Trump.On April 14, Governor Gavin Newsom shared a video on social media in which he said that the Golden State and Canada "have always shared so much in common," and that California is launching a new tourism campaign to urge Canadians to visit."Sure, you-know-who's trying to stir things up in D.C.," he says in the 33-second video. "But don't let that ruin your beach plans. California, it's the ultimate playground — 2,000 miles from Washington and a world away in mindset."Newsom then highlights the state's beaches, national parks, world-class wine, and outdoor adventures, adding that there's something in California for everyone."Last year, nearly two million Canadians visited California because here in California, we've got plenty of sunshine and a whole lot of love for our neighbours up north," he said.The Go...

Politics

5 h. ago ‘Extremely vulnerable’: Toronto businesses brace for high costs amid tariffs

Toronto braces for U.S. tariffs as 75 per cent of local businesses expect rising costs. The city is pushing out an economic action plan to protect jobs and boost resilience.

Economics

5 h. ago Why the future of Old Age Security is making seniors anxious this election

Pension plan was called a 'lifeline under threat' by the Canadian Association of Retired Persons

Politics

6 h. ago Nova Scotia moves forward with plan to force municipalities to protect coastlines

The Nova Scotia government is offering municipalities a blueprint on how they can protect the province’s 13,000 kilometres of coastline.

Politics

6 h. ago Ford says Honda told him report of U.S. move is ‘not accurate’

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has dismissed a media report that said Honda plans to switch some car production from Canada to the United States. 

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6 h. ago Iraq to Cut Oil Price in Federal Budget Amid Plummeting Market

Iraq, OPEC’s second-largest producer, plans to cut its oil-price assumption in the federal budget after the market plunged.

Economics

6 h. ago Four journalists accused of working for Kremlin foe Navalny convicted of extremism

MOSCOW — A Russian court convicted four journalists of extremism Tuesday for working for an anti-corruption group founded by the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny and sentenced them to 5 1/2 years in prison each. Antonina Favorskaya, Kostantin Gabov, Sergey Karelin and Artyom Kriger were found guilty of involvement with a group that had been […]

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6 h. ago Canada Scraps Tariffs for Automakers That Keep Plants Running

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said his government will allow automakers to import US-manufactured cars and trucks without tariffs, as long as the companies keep making vehicles in Canada.

Economics

7 h. ago Most Ontario utilities don’t study climate risk to electrical grid: survey

TORONTO — The majority of Ontario’s electricity utilities don’t study how climate change could threaten parts of the power grid, a survey found as the province eyes changes that would require them to assess their vulnerability to extreme weather and build it into their infrastructure plans. A survey prepared for the Ontario Energy Board, the […]

Society

8 h. ago This meal subscription service is the easiest sustainability hack you're not using

Living sustainably and supporting Canadian businesses and products is important, but sometimes, this task isn't always straightforward. It’s easy to feel like the problems facing our planet are too big and that individual choices don’t matter, but the truth is that every action — no matter how small — adds up.But change doesn't have to be all or nothing. You can make small steps to live more sustainably, so why not start with your plate?Cook it by Fresh Prep is Canada's convenient and sustainable meal kit delivery service that makes it easy to eat well, support local, and reduce waste.The fresh way to eatHow it works is simple. Once you sign up, you can choose from 18 chef-inspired recipes and 28 ready-to-eat meals each week.These include a variety of diverse and delectable favourites such as blackened chicken and gravy, spicy coconut noodles, lemon chicken scampi pasta, pork banh mi, and so much more.Cook it by Fresh Prep has vegetarian, vegan, fam...

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9 h. ago Pension conference relocates to Canada from U.S. amid trade war

The conference provides in-depth education to manage pension plans while serving the interests of Canadian plan beneficiaries

Economics