3 h. ago Small business owners say Alberta teachers’ strike is hurting their bottom line

Small business owners who count on spending by students say the Alberta teachers strike is having a crushing impact on their operations.

Economics

5 h. ago More chaos for Ontario Health at Home workers as employer reverses freeze on their return to work order less than a day after announcing it was on hold

TORONTO — Yesterday, Ontario Health at Home announced that it was reconsidering the timeline for its four-day-a-week return-to-office plan — a clear response to the growing pressure from CUPE members who spoke out together. But less than 24 hours later, at 2 p.m. today, the employer issued another memo reversing course and announcing that staff […]

Society

6 h. ago Codelco to Feel Accident Impact Into 2026 in Blow to Recovery

Codelco’s top mine will run well below capacity for the next several months, signaling that the impact of a deadly accident will drag on well into next year, said people with knowledge of the matter.

Events

7 h. ago Canada Strong pass offering cheaper travel and other perks is being extended

Canadians will be able to take advantage of the Canada Strong Pass during the holidays.In an announcement on Friday, Prime Minister Mark Carney revealed that the Canada Strong Pass will be extended for the holidays and Summer 2026.Canadians will continue to save big on travel within the country just in time for the holiday season, with the pass being renewed from Dec. 12, 2025, to Jan. 15, 2026, and then again for Summer 2026."Since its launch, it has led to increased visits across national, provincial and territorial museums, historic sites, parks as well as increased rail travel — supporting local communities and businesses across Canada," reads a statement from Canada's Department of Finance.The Canada Strong Pass launched in April, offering domestic travel perks such as free access to national galleries and museums for children and youth under 18. Children 17 and under get to ride the Via Rail for free when accompanied by an adult, wh...

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10 h. ago Canada's new automated tax filing system to launch next year

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is moving forward with plans to expand its automated tax filing process, ensuring that low-income Canadians receive the benefits they're entitled to.During a press conference on Friday, Oct. 10, Prime Minister Mark Carney said that starting in the 2026 tax year, the CRA will automatically file taxes for millions of Canadians."To start, we're going to launch what we're calling automatic federal benefits to more than 5.5 million low-income Canadians," he stated.Carney explained that millions of low-income Canadians don't file their taxes either because they lack the resources to do so or because they believe their income is too low to matter."And that means too often that the people who most need benefits often don't get them," he explained, adding that they could be missing out on benefits such as the GST/HST tax credit, the Canada Child Benefit, the Canada Worker's Benefit, the Canada Disability Benefit, and...

Economics

10 h. ago How Trump’s call to prosecute former FBI director Comey could backfire

With former FBI director James Comey set for a trial in January, 2026, legal experts believe Trump's rhetoric may be undermining his own attempts to prosecute.

Events

12 h. ago Popular Asian destination hiking tourist tax and here's what Canadians will pay

Canadian travellers heading to Japan will soon face higher fees to stay in one of the country's most popular cities.Japan remains a popular destination for tourists from Canada. According to the Japan National Tourism Office of Toronto (JNTO), a record 580,000 Canadians visited Japan in 2024, representing a 36 per cent increase from the previous year.But if you're planning a trip to Kyoto, be prepared to pay a much higher accommodation tax in the coming months. The new rate will reach up to ¥10,000 (C$91.59) a night per person — the highest accommodation tax ever introduced in the country, reports The Asahi Shimbun. Kyoto first implemented the tax in October 2018 to help improve the city's infrastructure, and on Oct. 3, officials approved the steep hike that will take effect on March 1, 2026.Known for its Shinto shrines, gardens, and geisha culture, Kyoto has long been a popular destination for tourists. However, in recent years, t...

Society

12 h. ago Here Are The Winners and Losers of Malaysia’s 2026 Spending Plan

Malaysia’s consumption and tourism-related companies are set to get a boost as the government increases cash handouts to cushion the impact of higher cost of living on citizens.

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13 h. ago Curling Canada looks to turn Olympic buzz into new brooms on the ice

The largest audience for curling happens every four years, but in a window when Canadian clubs are four to five weeks from closing for the season. Curling Canada is urging clubs across the country to capitalize on the Olympic bump with a “Grow The Game” campaign. The organization hopes that the 2026 Olympic Games in […]

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13 h. ago Bitfarms Converts Macquarie Debt Facility to $300M Project Financing and Draws Additional $50M to Accelerate HPC/AI Development at Panther Creek Campus

-$300 million facility to fund Phase 1 of Panther Creek data center development with energization expected by YE 2026--On track to break ground on Panther Creek data center in Q4 2025- This news release constitutes a “designated news release” for the purposes of the Company’s second amended and restated prospectus supplement dated December 17, 2024, […]

Economics

13 h. ago Surrey the latest B.C. city to enter the health care arena with plan for two clinics

Despite criticism it's letting the provincial government off the hook, Surrey plans to recruit doctors by covering some administrative costs

Science

14 h. ago Who is Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado? Venezuela opposition leader ‘in shock’ after win

Machado's Nobel win was a surprise, her name not among those mentioned as possible laureates in the run-up to Friday's announcement

Politics

16 h. ago Mundipharma announces patient enrolment completion in Phase III ReSPECT clinical trial for REZZAYO® (rezafungin)

For Trade and Medical Media Only Enrolment completed in Phase III ReSPECT study in prophylaxis of fungal infections in adult patients undergoing allogeneic blood and marrow transplant Topline results from ReSPECT study expected by mid-2026 CAMBRIDGE, England — Mundipharma today announced completion of patient enrolment for the ongoing, global Phase III ReSPECT trial evaluating REZZAYO® […]

Science

17 h. ago UK to Produce Interceptor Drones With Ukraine to Counter Shaheds

Ukraine and the UK plan to start joint production of interceptor drones to combat the swarms of Shahed-type unmanned aircraft launched by Russia on a daily basis, causing severe damage to civilian and energy infrastructure.

Events

22 h. ago Australia’s Coal State Reverses Plan to Close Its Power Plants

Queensland, the Australian state that exports about one-eighth of the world’s coal, has said it plans to keep its power stations that burn the fossil fuel open for longer, threatening the nation’s ambitious goal to more than double renewable generation by the end of the decade.

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25 h. ago Oil Holds Sharp Drop With Focus on Gaza Plan and Global Supply

Oil held the biggest decline in a week on cautious optimism about easing tensions in the Middle East and the outlook for supply.

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26 h. ago Savannah Bananas will be joined by 5 barnstorming teams in 2026

Banana Ball continues to grow. The Savannah Bananas remain the nameplate for the barnstorming style of rollicking entertainment, but on Thursday night founder Jessie Cole announced more growth for his brand of baseball hijinks. Cole said the Savannah Bananas will be joined by five teams in a new league in 2026 that has scheduled appearances […]

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26 h. ago Council passes motion to review ‘markedly’ higher consultant spending

Mayor Chow, vast majority of councillors believe city has spending problem when it comes to consultants

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26 h. ago Toronto council passes motion to review ‘markedly’ higher consultant spending

Mayor Chow, vast majority of councillors believe city has spending problem when it comes to consultants

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27 h. ago Trump suggests throwing ‘laggard’ Spain out of NATO as organization’s bottom spender

Spain previously earned Trump’s ire when it was the only nation in the alliance to reject the U.S. call to increase defence spending to 5 per cent of national GDP

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