73 m. ago Bank of Canada, Crown corporations set to align with Liberal cost

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada and most other federal Crown corporations will be looking to trim their budgets alongside a wider government effort to cut costs. A spokesperson for the Bank of Canada confirms the central bank will “align” with the Liberal government’s plans to carve out savings of 15 per cent in departments’ […]

Economics

76 m. ago Canada Strong Pass expanding to include more museums and galleries

The Canada Strong Pass has expanded to include dozens of galleries and museums operated by some provinces and territories until September 2.

Other

90 m. ago Canadian General Investments, Limited Declares Dividend on Common Shares

TORONTO, Canada, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian General Investments, Limited (“CGI” or “the Company”) (TSX:CGI) (LSE: CGI) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.27 per share payable on September 15, 2025 to common shareholders of record at the close of business on August 29, 2025 (“the Dividend”). The Dividend is a capital gains […]

Other

1 hour ago Teen accused of sexually assaulting Ontario girl, 8, makes a brief court appearance

Police initially believed the girl was attacked by an animal, after the child was found with life-threatening injuries

Events

1 hour ago Health care advocates afraid of major cuts and privatization hold shadow summit and rally at Council of the Federation next week

HUNTSVILLE, Ontario, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Outside the Council of the Federation and the gathering of First Ministers, public health care advocates from across Canada will be joining a shadow summit, rally, and car cavalcade. Attendees include Health Coalitions, patients, patient advocates, nurses, doctors, care workers, mental health advocacy organizations, environmental groups, Indigenous […]

Politics

1 hour ago Planning and pricing separate good garage sales from bad: deal hunters

Candy Ingram was hooked on garage sales from the first time her parents dragged her along to one. “I was 20 or 21, with my mom, and I put my hand in a box of jewelry and pulled out a gold ring, so all that got me going,” recalled the Winnipeg woman who now goes […]

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1 hour ago Luxury thermal spa coming to the Canadian Rockies and reservations open this week

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise’s thermal wellness facility set to open this September — here's how to book

Other

2 h. ago How to fix Canadians’ unfairly high tax burdens under progressive rates

Jamie Golombek: At the top rate in most of Canada you can't even keep half of the money you earn for yourself

Economics

2 h. ago Canada Strong Pass lets you save money on major museums and more

It's no longer just national parks and historic sites — the Canada Strong Pass now lets you access even more museums and galleries.If you love spending the day at museums or galleries learning about history or art, you can make the most of the Canada Strong Pass this summer. On July 17, the Department of Canadian Heritage announced that the pass now provides visitors with access to more provincial and territorial museums and galleries, allowing them to experience Canada's rich arts and history.Participating galleries and museums offer free admission to children aged 17 and under. Youth aged 18 to 24 receive 50 per cent off admission fees.It's time to start planning all the galleries and museums you plan to visit this summer, because there's plenty to choose from. A total of 10 national museums and 86 provincial and territorial museums and galleries across the country will be participating. Youth and families with young children can explore more culture and exhibits withou...

Politics

2 h. ago Canada’s envoy for combatting antisemitism Deborah Lyons leaving post early

Lyons said her office fought antisemitism 'with a vigour and passion not seen in many other countries'

Other

2 h. ago Food Network now casting home cooks in Canada and here's how to apply

Food Network Canada is searching across the country for home cooks to star in one of its shows, and you can apply right now.Are you the resident dinner party host in your friend group? Do you have a signature dish that's requested for every get-together? If so, now might be your chance at a starring role on the small screen, as Food Network Canada is casting its net (get it?) far and wide to find talent to appear on the upcoming season of Come Dine With Me Canada.For those not familiar with the concept, or who've only come across it from that viral video of the contestant sampling his chocolate cheesecake by putting the entire whisk in his mouth on the original version of the show, here's what it's all about.Five strangers who live in the same area are called upon to host a dinner party and attend those hosted by their fellow contestants, and, at the end of the week, the crew comes together to decide which host will walk away with a small cash prize and immense braggi...

Other

2 h. ago Former world No. 5 Eugenie Bouchard to retire from tennis at her hometown tournament

Tennis Canada announced Bouchard's retirement at her hometown tournament and said she will receive a main-draw wild card into the WTA 1000 hardcourt tournament.

Sport

2 h. ago Help with down payment now essential for many homebuyers: survey

TORONTO — A new survey says financial help with a down payment is now essential for many homebuyers. Seven in 10 recent homebuyers say they could not have purchased their home without relying on family gifts, loans and other outside help, a Mortgage Professionals Canada survey published Thursday, found. “Down payment assistance is no longer […]

Other

2 h. ago Here's why Canada is denying a ton of claims under new federal dental care plan

If you've had trouble accessing complex treatment under Canada's federal dental care plan, you're not alone.Health Canada told us that more than half of preauthorization requests for complex dental work under the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) are being denied.The CDCP was launched in 2023 and aims to make dental care more accessible for those without dental insurance.To qualify, you must be a Canadian resident who doesn't have access to dental insurance. You and your spouse or common-law partner must have filed your tax returns in Canada, and your family's net income must be less than $90,000.Between May 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025, 5.2 million Canadians were approved for coverage, and more than 2.2 million people received care under the CDCP, according to Health Canada. Although most treatments don't require preauthorization, more complex procedures — about one per cent — still do.Examples of complex dental work include crowns, major surgical procedures...

Transport

2 h. ago How much do premium Toronto, Vancouver FIFA World Cup tickets cost right now? Here’s what we know

'That’s steep. That is very steep. But I don’t have much control over it,' Toronto mayor Olivia Chow reportedly said this week

Economics

2 h. ago La représentante du Canada pour la lutte contre l’antisémitisme s’en va prématurément

Deborah Lyons n’a pas expliqué les raisons de son départ à la retraite trois mois avant la fin de son mandat.

Other

3 h. ago L’envoyée du Canada contre l’antisémitisme démissionne dans la «tristesse»

L’envoyée spéciale du Canada pour la lutte contre l’antisémitisme a annoncé sa démission «avec une grande tristesse»

Society

3 h. ago Les données de Statistique Canada sur les conflits de travail au Québec étaient fausses

Le ministère fédéral de l’Emploi confirme que ses données sur les conflits de travail, publiées par Statistique Canada étaient finalement erronées.

Other

3 h. ago Canada’s Olivia Smith becomes world’s highest paid women’s soccer player

Canadian soccer star Olivia Smith has signed the most expensive contract in Women's soccer history after agreeing to a multi-year deal with England's Arsenal F.C.

Sport

4 h. ago ‘With a heavy heart’: Canada’s envoy to combat antisemitism leaving early

Deborah Lyons has held the role since October 2023 and has not explained why she's leaving the appointment before it expires this fall.

Culture