7 h. ago Forecast for heavy rain, snow forces road closures in Waterton Lakes National Park

with heavy rain and possibly snow forecast for the area around Waterton Lakes National Park this weekend, Parks Canada has shut down vehicle access to two high elevation roads.

Society

7 h. ago Banff National Park: What to know, how to get there, and when to visit

The area is a picturesque experience, iconic for its postcard views no matter which way you turn and the crisp mountain air you can only find in the Rockies.

Society

10 h. ago Live updates: Search continues for victims of Bow Glacier Falls rockslide

A search is ongoing today for victims of the rockslide in Banff National Park that killed one person and injured several others. The RCMP and Parks Canada said early today that their search continued throughout the night at Bow Glacier Falls in Banff National Park. “Parks Canada visitor safety teams will continue working today with […]

Events

10 h. ago Live updates: Second death confirmed in Bow Glacier Falls rockslide as search resumes

A second death has been confirmed as a result of Thursday’s rockslide in Banff National Park, as a search for other victims continues. The RCMP and Parks Canada said in a 10:15 a.m. update that their search continued throughout the night and into the morning at Bow Glacier Falls in Banff National Park. A second […]

Economics

11 h. ago Alberta rock slide: Search for hikers to resume after deadly Banff National Park incident

Officials have said anyone who has not been able to account for loved ones believed to be in the area of the slide should contact Parks Canada.

Society

28 h. ago Possible fatalities after rockslide at Bow Falls Trail in Banff National Park

An RCMP spokesperson confirmed the rockslide resulted in 'serious injuries' to hikers

Society

28 h. ago Live developments: Possible fatalities after rockslide at Bow Falls Trail in Banff National Park

An RCMP spokesperson confirmed the rockslide resulted in 'serious injuries' to hikers

Society

28 h. ago One dead after rockslide near Bow Glacier Falls in Banff National Park

Other injured hikers evacuated from scene by ground and air ambulance, authorities say

Society

28 h. ago Rock slide leaves 1 dead, others seriously injured in Banff National Park

A large emergency response was dispatched to the Alberta Rocky Mountains on Thursday afternoon after a rock slide left several hikers injured in Banff National Park.

Society

3 d. ago Things to do in Calgary in June: Sled Island | National Indigenous Peoples Day | Calgary Stampeders

There is no shortage of things to do in Calgary. Here are highlights from local events in and around the city. Check out our full events listings for more. National Indigenous Peoples Day View this post on Instagram A post shared by Heritage Park YYC (@heritageparkyyc) Heritage Park is hosting National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations […]

Society

7 d. ago Two female grizzlies killed by trains in Banff National Park, a major blow to population

'The significance of losing breeding females can't be overstated,' said wildlife ecologist Saundi Stevens

Politics

9 d. ago Sir John A. Macdonald statue outside Ontario legislature freed after being in a box for five years

The statue of Canada's first prime minister has been under hoarding since 2020, when it was vandalized with pink paint during a protest

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1 week ago Disney World getting rid of three beloved rides for new ‘Cars’ attraction

A Cars-themed section is coming to Disney World — which means something has to go. Rides and attractions inspired by the Lightning McQueen-loving franchise are coming to Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland nearly 20 years after the first movie’s release. To make room for Piston Peak National Park, three longtime attractions will be displaced, according to a […]

Culture

1 week ago Patrice Dutil: Ryerson’s toppled statue should be restored at Queen’s Park

Egerton Ryerson embodied the best of his generation and today must be recognized as the founder of Canada's public education system

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2 w. ago Body of man who died from fall on Alaska’s Mount McKinley recovered

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Mountaineering rangers in Alaska recovered the body of a Seattle man who died after falling 3,000 feet (about 900 metres) from a climbing route on Mount McKinley. Alex Chui’s body was transferred to the state medical examiner Wednesday, the Denali National Park and Preserve said in a statement. Two other members of […]

Events

2 w. ago Hungry wild elephant raids grocery store in Thailand for snacks

BANGKOK — A hungry wild elephant caused havoc in a grocery store in Thailand on Monday when he strolled in from a nearby national park and helped himself to food on the shelves. Videos of the incident showed the huge male elephant, known as Plai Biang Lek, briefly stopping in front of the shop, located […]

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2 w. ago Greg Piasetzki: John A. Macdonald’s return to Queen’s Park an opportunity for historical literacy

The reappearance of his statue at the Ontario legislature is not the end of the conversation. It should be the beginning

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2 w. ago Hundreds of First Nations members protest mining bill at Queen’s Park

Premier Doug Ford’s government is pushing through a controversial mining bill despite the protests of several hundred First Nations members who came from the far north to the front lawn of Queen’s Park on Monday. “Kill Bill 5, kill Bill 5,” the crowd chanted. The province moved to shut down debate on a mining law […]

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3 w. ago Toronto will soon have direct flight route to country known for tropical rainforests

If you're seeking a tropical getaway this upcoming winter, you'll be pleased to hear that a new flight route will soon connect Toronto with a South American country known for its lush rainforests and high biodiversity. Montreal-headquartered airline Air Transat will be launching a new non-stop flight service between Toronto Pearson Airport and Guyana's capital, Georgetown. Nicknamed the "Garden City of the Caribbean," Georgetown is the retail and administrative centre of the country. Guyana is the only mainland South American country in which English is the official language, and is known for its natural resources, including its dense rainforests, sugarcane plantations, rice fields, and gold reserves. Rainforests cover roughly 80 per cent of Guyana, and the country's majestic Kaieteur Falls, located in Kaieteur National Park, are located just a short flight away from Georgetown. Known as the world's largest single-drop wate...

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