62 m. ago Will Edmonton Oilers use ther NHL's new nuclear option on under

This in from former Florida Panthers Asst. GM Steve Werier on the PDOcast with Thomas Drance, Werier’s description of a nuclear option some NHL teams will almost certainly use on under-producing veteran players in this year’s playoffs. I’ll suggest the nuclear option may even used in relation to high-price but low-productivity vets on the Oilers […]

Science

5 h. ago Major League Soccer to Edmonton? Oilers pour ice on rumours of Whitecaps move

'At this time, we are focused on our core sports and entertainment business and on the continued expansion of ICE District, including the design and construction of the new Event Park'

Sport

10 h. ago Edmonton Oilers finally showing signs of life. But is this real?

“This isn't quite our team yet, we still have things to work on. Seattle wasn't at their best, they had a long break (five days between games) and we took advantage of that"

Sport

11 h. ago Dangbei Launches Christmas Deals on Amazon Canada — Save Up to CA$650 on 4K Projectors

Exclusive on Amazon.ca, December 2–15, 2025 — Flagship 4K projectors and portable models with up to 50.1% off and savings up to CA$650. TORONTO, Dec. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dangbei, a leading innovator in smart projection technology, is bringing big-screen Christmas experiences to Canadian households with a series of festive promotions on Amazon.ca. From […]

Economics

13 h. ago Bitget Releases Major Upgrades to GetAgent With Smarter Responses and Free Access for All Users

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Dec. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), today announced a major upgrade to GetAgent, its AI-powered trading assistant. The update introduces a more flexible answering engine, a streamlined user interface, and a significant expansion of membership quotas, making advanced AI trading tools more accessible than ever to […]

Politics

16 h. ago Brownstein: Montreal concert promoter Rubin Fogel still booking after 50 years

From the first concert with Keith Jarrett Quartet at Salle Claude Champagne, he went on to book thousand of acts, and he has no intention of retiring anytime soon.

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22 h. ago Here are all the Costco Canada holiday saving deals you need to know about

Costco Canada has officially launched a bunch of special, limited-time-only deals just in time for the holidays, and if you're keen on saving a few extra bucks, there are lots of promotions to take advantage of. Whether you're already a regular Costco member, have an expired membership, or aren't a member at all, here are all the special holiday offers at Costco you need to be aware of. Membership offerThis holiday offer only applies to new Costco members or memberships that have expired for 18 months or more, so if this applies to you, listen up.Until Jan. 4, 2026, you can sign up as a Costco executive member and receive an online voucher for $130 off a $250 purchase on the retailer's website using the promo code COSTCO130. Considering an executive membership is already $130 per year (plus taxes), this is a pretty sweet deal and includes a free household card. All you have to do is enter the promo code when paying for your membership online, and soon ...

Society

22 h. ago Player grades: Savoie comes alive, Oilers finally with a blow

On the same night that Oilers insider Bob Stauffer guaranteed that rookie Matt Savoie will sign a new contract with the Edmonton Oilers, Savoie came alive as an NHL scorer, potting two goals in Edmonton’s 9-4 blow-out of the Kraken of Seattle. The Grade A shots  (which go in about 22% of the time) were […]

Sport

23 h. ago 'Mark my words': Oilers will sign top rookie to new deal, insider pledges, not lose him like Broberg and Holloway

This in from Edmonton Oilers insider Bob Stauffer during Edmonton’s broadcast against the Kraken, his assurance that the Oilers won’t lose rookie Matt Savoie to an offer sheet, but will sign him to a new contract. Said Stauffer:  “Here’s the reality with Matt Savoie. The Oilers will not make the same mistake with Matt Savoie […]

Other

31 h. ago Sorry but this is a much worse world of pain than other bad starts for the Edmonton Oilers

I’m an Oilers optimist, a fan who believes the Oilers can win most games and who has had high hopes every year of the McDavid/Draisaitl era that Edmonton can win the Cup. But this 2025-26 season is testing me. We know the Oilers have had slow starts in recent years. Indeed, slow starts have cost […]

Culture

31 h. ago Citadel’s Apex Said to Buy Gas Assets from Jerry Jones’ Comstock

Apex Natural Gas, owned by hedge fund giant Citadel, has agreed to buy natural gas assets in Texas for about $430 million from billionaire Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ Comstock Resources Inc., people familiar with the matter said.

Economics

33 h. ago Can Edmonton Oilers goalie put distance tonight on the worst cold streak in years?

This in from the Edmonton Oilers practice, news that goalie Calvin Pickard will start tonight against the Seattle Kraken. Pickard has been on the coldest streak we’ve seen from an Edmonton Oilers goalie in several years, but broke it with a strong performance in a 2-1 loss to Tampa Bay, before again struggling when he […]

Other

33 h. ago Can Edmonton Oilers goalie put distance on his first and worst cold streak in net?

Game Day 28: Oilers vs Kraken This in from the Edmonton Oilers practice, news that goalie Calvin Pickard will start tonight against the Seattle Kraken. Pickard has been on the coldest streak we’ve seen from an Edmonton Oilers goalie in several years, but broke it with a strong performance in a 2-1 loss to Tampa […]

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33 h. ago OILERS MAILBAG: Goaltending still a massive concern among fans

Each week, we check in with our readers on social media and e-mail to see what’s on top of their mind, explore the hot topics of conversation and answer hard-hitting questions about the Edmonton Oilers. Here are some of the hot topics from the past week: The Oilers could have drafted Jesper Wallstedt. — Everybody […]

Sport

37 h. ago Stantec awarded second phase of European Commission’s Global Technical Assistance Facility for Sustainable Energy

BRUSSELS, Dec. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TSX, NYSE:STN Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been awarded the second phase of the European Commission’s Global Technical Assistance Facility (TAF) for Sustainable Energy. The €27.7 million (C$45.4 million) new assignment builds on the firm’s successful management of the previous initiative—Sustainable Energy for […]

Society

38 h. ago Most mispronounced words of 2025: Zohran Mamdani and the Louvre make the list

DALLAS — From the election of Zohran Mamdani to the intrigue surrounding the jewel heist at the Louvre, keeping up with this year’s news also left some Americans struggling with pronunciations. That’s put both the name of New York City’s incoming mayor and the famed Paris museum on a list of the most mispronounced words […]

Technology

49 h. ago Canadian transplant history made at University of Alberta Hospital

Doctors at the University of Alberta Hospital have become the first in Canada to use a robot-assisted surgical technique for pediatric kidney transplant patients.

Society

50 h. ago Reduced funds for Sask. educational assistants sends some complex needs kids home

Some students requiring special attention in schools are being sent home early as some schools no longer have all the resources to help them.

Society

51 h. ago Oilers' season hasn't gone sideways, but offers little upward movement

It hasn’t exactly been one step forward, two steps back for the Edmonton Oilers this year. But in their quest to make a third-straight run at the Stanley Cup Finals, things have gone nothing but sideways for a team that can’t seem to shake the .500 mark over the first two months of the season. […]

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52 h. ago Craig Berube will scratch when it itches, Maple Leafs are better for it

Craig Berube has gone from combustible to compassionate after delivering some tough love with some Maple Leafs. Two of the prominent forwards the coach made one-night healthy scratches a few games ago have responded well, Dakota Joshua with two goals and an assist through three games, Max Domi three assists in two appearances, restored on […]

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