45 m. ago Spain rejects proposed defence spending hike ahead of NATO summit

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez wrote in a letter that “committing to a five per cent target would not only be unreasonable, but also counterproductive."

Events

45 m. ago Niger says it will nationalize a uranium venture operated by France’s Orano

DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Niger’s government said Thursday it would nationalize the Somair uranium venture operated by French company Orano and accused it of taking a disproportionate share of the uranium produced at the site. The announcement comes as military authorities in the west African country tighten their grip on foreign companies and civil society. […]

Society

94 m. ago MPs to vote on Carney’s major projects bill before breaking for summer

A closure motion the government passed to limit debate says the House won't adjourn Friday until debate wraps up on Bill C-5 and it clears the chamber.

Politics

99 m. ago Bell: Smith government set to punt sexually explicit books out of school libraries

'Parents believe this kind of material is not appropriate for kids,' says Demetrios Nicolaides, the Alberta education minister who wants sexually graphic books out of school libraries

Politics

1 hour ago Why police officers will be going back to school in the fall

Proposed Ontario legislation that would give the province more oversight of school boards includes a mandate to put police back in schools

Events

2 h. ago Bombardier Defense Receives Firm Order for Two Global 6500 Aircraft from Saab

The Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft, a proven platform providing range, speed, reliability and endurance, is an ideal fixed-wing solution for airborne special missions worldwide  The Global 6500 is the aircraft of choice for governments around the world looking to modernize and strengthen their defense capabilities Eric Martel, President and CEO of Bombardier, and Micael Johansson, […]

Events

2 h. ago Randall Denley: Ontario’s ‘historic’ spending under Ford sure isn’t producing results

The fundamental problem is that economic growth is not strong enough to provide the taxes the province requires

Other

2 h. ago Adam Zivo: Canadians stuck in Israel abandoned by embassy that closes at 4:30 p.m.

Don't expect more than an automated email response from Global Affairs Canada

Other

4 h. ago Meness: Tewin development signals a return for Algonquin people

We have worked for decades to reach a modern-day treaty through a lawful process with the federal and Ontario governments. Our involvement in Tewin is a natural extension of that work.

Sport

8 h. ago La Santé publique confirme les deux premiers décès de maladies transmises par des tiques et des moustiques au Québec

Deux personnes sont décédées en 2024 après avoir été infectées par des maladies transmises par les tiques et moustiques, une première historique.

Events

13 h. ago Sask. wildfire evacuees demand government accountability for ‘mismanagement’ of crisis

At a media event in Saskatoon, evacuees joined Saskatchewan NDP MLA Jordan McPhail to share their stories and frustrations.

Events

13 h. ago Quads of steel: Grouse Grinders compete to complete the most treks in a single day

An average person can complete the Grouse Grind in 1 1/2 to two hours. Even pro athletes — like the Vancouver Canucks — are exhausted after one trip up.

Other

14 h. ago BATRA’S BURNING QUESTIONS: Carney Liberals cramming through controversial legislation

WATCH: Impatient Prime Minister Mark Carney and his Liberal’s are cramming through controversial legislation. Sun Editor-in-Chief Adrienne Batra talks with political columnists Warren Kinsella and Brian Lilley talks about their concerns with Bill C2 and Bill C5. What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below or send us a Letter […]

Events

14 h. ago MANDEL: Agency found negligent for employee’s drowning fined $225,000

Unfortunately the money will go to the Ontario government not the dead man's family

Economics

15 h. ago Climate activist covers Picasso painting with pink paint at Montreal museum

Police say one person was arrested for mischief after the incident and was released with a promise to appear in court at a later date

Society

15 h. ago Arrestation du présumé trafiquant Rodier Forest en cavale depuis 2023

Le suspect de Québec était recherché en vertu d’un mandat pancanadien depuis décembre 2023.

Events

15 h. ago 16 billion passwords exposed in ‘mother of all’ data breaches

Cybersecurity researchers have unearthed what they are describing as the “mother of all breaches,” including more than 16 billion individual records. A collection of 30 databases was reportedly discovered, including passwords, for government accounts, Apple, Google, Facebook, Telegram and more websites. Some databases had vague names such as ‘logins’ or credentials,’ making it difficult for […]

Other

16 h. ago Manitoba to close wildfire evacuation centres as some communities return home

WINNIPEG — Some wildfire evacuees staying at a shelter in northern Manitoba may be moved elsewhere as more communities return home and the government closes temporary evacuation centres. Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor said roughly 114 people have been staying at the shelter in Thompson for the past three weeks due to a shortage […]

Events

16 h. ago Doug Ford apologizes to Ontario First Nations for his ‘passionate’ comments

The federal government is dealing with similar resistance from Indigenous peoples for fast-tracking its major projects bill

Other

16 h. ago La Défense civile de Gaza fait état de 76 personnes tuées par des tirs israéliens

Parmi les victimes, 21 étaient venues chercher de l’aide humanitaire.

Events