69 m. ago Patient Advocates File Formal Complaints from 50 Patients, Call for Urgent Action to Stop Illegal Fees in Private Clinics

TORONTO, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Ontario Health Coalition was joined by patients from across Ontario in a press conference today as they announced that they have filed formal complaints on behalf of patients charged user fees for health care at private clinics. When the Ford government redirected resources away from public hospitals […]

Science

91 m. ago Conservative MP resigns Alberta seat where Poilievre will run in byelection

Damien Kurek says he has officially resigned as an MP after promising earlier in the spring to vacate his seat in the Battle River—Crowfoot riding for the Conservative leader.

Politics

2 h. ago ECB Should Watch Oil Price, Euro in Setting Rates, Villeroy Says

The European Central Bank needs to assess fluctuations in oil prices and the euro as it sets borrowing costs, according to Governing Council member Francois Villeroy de Galhau.

Economics

2 h. ago Indigenous leaders tell Senate that Canada’s major projects bill is moving too fast

The legislation is being widely criticized by Indigenous leaders for a lack of consultation and a tight timeline in which the government wants to pass the bill.

Politics

3 h. ago Major projects bill to be swiftly studied in committee after Conservatives vote to fast

The bill would give the government sweeping powers for five years to quickly approve natural resource and infrastructure projects

Politics

3 h. ago Jay Monahan to leave next year as PGA Tour turns to NFL exec Brian Rolapp for new leadership

CROMWELL, Conn. (AP) — Jay Monahan is leaving the PGA Tour next year after a decade that ends with a sport fractured by the Saudi riches of LIV Golf. He turns it over to top NFL executive Brian Rolapp in a new role as CEO that Rolapp sees as rife with commercial growth. Rolapp, the […]

Politics

3 h. ago Alberta Medical Association raises concerns over province limiting free COVID vaccines

Smith says her government is looking to prevent wastage, recover costs, and target vaccinations to those who need them the most.

Science

3 h. ago UK Eyes Visa Curbs for Countries Without Migrant Return Deals

The UK is looking to restrict the number of visas it gives to countries which refuse to sign returns agreements with Britain, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said, as his government pursues more assertive measures to reduce levels of net migration.

Other

4 h. ago Dutch government recommends children under 15 stay off TikTok and Instagram

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The Dutch government advised parents on Tuesday not to have children under 15 use social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram, citing psychological and physical problems among children using them, including panic attacks, depression and difficulties sleeping. The Ministry of Health also encouraged parents to limit how long their […]

Technology

4 h. ago Modi, Zelenskyy to meet with Carney at G7 today, as leaders discuss foreign policy

KANANASKIS — Prime Minister Mark Carney is to hold bilateral talks with both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Alberta today. The G7 will continue for its second and final day without U.S. President Donald Trump who left the talks ahead of schedule […]

Politics

5 h. ago How a Canadian credit union is uplifting local Ontario businesses

Elbows up! Meridian — one of Canada’s largest credit unions — is doubling down on its longstanding support for local business owners who are making an impact in their communities and beyond.This show of unity, commitment and resolve was the centerpoint of the Meridian Small Business Forum and 2025 Annual General Meeting.Keynote speakers included Rick Mercer, Canadian comedian and television personality; Linda Nazareth, economist, futurist, and author; and Sebastian Clovis, television host, creator, and contractor. Together with Meridian CEO Jay-Ann Gilfoy and Chief Digital and Marketing Officer Matthew Seagrim, they shone a spotlight on how Meridian’s small business members are facing a turbulent economy with resilience and creativity."In these uncertain times, our purpose-driven approach and commitment to being a trusted financial partner are more important than ever," says Gilfoy. "As a Canadian, member-owned organization, we're...

Economics

5 h. ago Commissioner Jay Monahan to leave next year as PGA Tour turns to NFL exec Brian Rolapp

Jay Monahan is leaving the PGA Tour next year after a decade that ends with a league fractured by the Saudi riches of LIV Golf, turning it over to top NFL executive Brian Rolapp in a new role as CEO. Rolapp, the chief media and business officer for the NFL and a key executive for […]

Society

5 h. ago MEG Energy urges shareholders to reject unsolicited takeover offer by Strathcona Resources

Strathcona and MEG both extract bitumen using steam-driven techniques in eastern Alberta and don't have fuel refining or retail businesses like some bigger oilsands players.

Other

6 h. ago Federal government says it will move open banking forward at ‘earliest opportunity’

OTTAWA — The federal government says it will introduce legislation to implement open banking at its “earliest opportunity” as some advocates warn the project’s momentum may have stalled. Open banking — or consumer-driven banking, as Ottawa calls it — is about allowing Canadians and businesses to securely share their financial data with third parties other […]

Politics

7 h. ago Two byelections are happening in Edmonton at the end of June — here are the UCP and NDP candidates running for a seat

Postmedia spoke to all four candidates from Alberta's major parties to discuss why they're the best choice in the upcoming byelections.

Politics

7 h. ago Letters, June 17: Alberta foolish to make people pay for COVID shots

Where will you be watching Game 6 Tuesday? Vote in our daily poll! Danielle Smith is completely out of touch with average Albertans.  The decision to start charging “healthy Albertans” for their COVID-19 vaccinations is proof of that.  Just who does she think this move will hurt the most?  It certainly won’t be the wealthy. […]

Science

7 h. ago Breakenridge: Premier in lockstep with U.S. 'failure of policy and science'

Apparently, Alberta’s government is more interested in RFK’s guidance than that of Canada’s National Advisory Committee on Immunization

Events

7 h. ago Opinion: Southern Alberta is an essential driver of economic prosperity in the face of trade threats

For decades, Alberta’s economic development has been focused on the north, with the Fort McMurray and Cold Lake oilsands, and the Duvernay and Montney formations, driving public and private investment. It worked out very well for our province. But, as the global economic and political order shifts, it is time for everyone, from investors to […]

Economics

8 h. ago Update on International Arbitration Against The Venezuelan Government

PEMBROKE, Bermuda — Gold Reserve Ltd. (TSX.V: GRZ) (OTCQX: GDRZF) (“Gold Reserve” or the “Company”) announces that on June 13, 2025 the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (“ICSID”) confirmed that the Tribunal for the arbitration initiated by GR Mining (Barbados) Inc., a subsidiary of Gold Reserve, against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela shall […]

Society

9 h. ago Ford election trip to Washington, D.C., cost taxpayers over $100K, docs show

Ontario Premier Doug Ford faced criticism in February after the PC Party appeared to disregard the government's caretaker convention with trips to the U.S. capital.

Economics