64 m. ago Canada Day celebrations draw thousands as Carney says values under pressure

OTTAWA — Canadians took to parks and civic squares across the country Tuesday to show unity on Canada Day amid American threats, economic uncertainty and western alienation. “We’ve decided not to pull apart and fight, but to come together and to build. Because that’s the Canadian way,” Prime Minister Mark Carney said to thousands of […]

Culture

3 h. ago Chinese nationals charged with spying for Beijing inside U.S., officials say

WASHINGTON — Two Chinese nationals have been charged with spying inside the United States on behalf of Beijing, including by taking photographs of a naval base, co-ordinating a cash dead-drop and participating in efforts to recruit members of the military who they thought might be open to working for Chinese intelligence. The case, filed in […]

Society

3 h. ago U.S. won’t send some weapons pledged to Ukraine following Pentagon review

WASHINGTON — The U.S. is halting some shipments of weapons to Ukraine amid concerns that its own stockpiles have declined too much, officials said Tuesday. The munitions were previously promised to Ukraine for use during its ongoing war with Russia under the Biden administration. But the pause reflects a new set of priorities under President […]

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3 h. ago On Canada Day, Gitxsan Nation reflects on responsible land development

A new campaign to highlight principles of traditional Gitxsan Ayook (laws) aims to open opportunities for dialogue as controversial pipeline project gets green light to move ahead without environmental assessments

Sport

3 h. ago George Springer launches Canada Day fireworks as Blue Jays blow out Yankees to move a game out of AL East lead

The Canada Day ceremony was a thing of patriotic beauty, as it always is for the Blue Jays. And given the world we live in, the latest renewal was perhaps bumped with a greater dose of passion than in the recent past. There was a home team that has been playing well and thus making […]

Events

3 h. ago India’s Biocon Aims to Lead Copycat Wegovy Sales in Canada From Next Year

Biocon Ltd. plans to file for regulatory approvals of generic versions of Novo Nordisk A/S’s Ozempic and Wegovy in key markets as it races to be among the first few to reap a windfall after patents on the blockbuster weight-loss drugs expire next year.

Other

4 h. ago Hundreds take part in St. Albert’s annual Run for Reconciliation, organizer says support growing

Many participants who took part in the walk or run wore orange shirts.

Culture

4 h. ago 'Pride and patriotism': 73 new Canadians take oath of citizenship on Canada Day

In total, 73 Canadians from 24 countries took their oath of citizenship, pledging to protect and honour their new country's institutions.

Other

5 h. ago Que signifie la fin de la taxe sur les services numériques ?

Des paiements en cours jusqu’à l’avenir de la loi, « Le Devoir » fait le point.

Economics

5 h. ago Canada Day in Calgary marked by pride, reflection amid global tensions

For some Calgarians, it was a day to reflect on what it means to be Canadian in the face of ongoing U.S.-Canada tensions

Other

5 h. ago Ottawa Senators sign veteran centre Lars Eller on quiet Canada Day

'We're excited to bring Lars into our group. He's another veteran with experience, a high-character individual who can move around the lineup.'

Other

6 h. ago Mirabel, Que., Mayor Patrick Charbonneau dies suddenly at age 46

The city said today that it appears Charbonneau died of natural causes

Events

6 h. ago University of Pennsylvania to ban transgender athletes, feds say, ending civil rights case focused on swimmer Lia Thomas

WASHINGTON — The University of Pennsylvania has agreed to ban transgender women from its women’s sports teams to resolve a federal civil rights case that found the school violated the rights of female athletes. The U.S. Education Department announced the voluntary agreement Tuesday. The case focused on Lia Thomas, the transgender swimmer who last competed […]

Society

6 h. ago ‘Proud to be a Canadian,’ says one of thousands of Canada Day revellers at Queen’s Park

There was a sea of red-and-white hats and other clothing as thousands of Canada Day celebrants of all ages took over Queen’s Park on Tuesday to honour of the country’s 158th birthday. “I’m proud to be Canadian,” said retired Torontonian Francis Gumabay, who attended the event with his wife, Milagro, and his dog, Hershey. “We’re […]

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7 h. ago Trump Sticks With July 9 Tariff Deadline While Hitting Japan

President Donald Trump said he is not considering delaying his July 9 deadline for higher tariffs to resume and renewed his threat to cut off talks and impose duty rates on several nations, including Japan.

Economics

7 h. ago KARL STORZ Unifies Canada, US, and Veterinary Organizations to Form North America Region Led by Sonal Matai

New organizational structure will drive commercial growth, innovation, and overall business performance. EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — KARL STORZ, a family-owned medical technology company headquartered in Tuttlingen, Germany, today announced the creation of a North America region that unifies its US, Canada, and Veterinary businesses under the leadership of Sonal Matai. Matai joined KARL STORZ in […]

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7 h. ago 2 people found dead at Abbotsford home after reports of violent dispute, IHIT investigating

Police believe this is an isolated incident contained to the house. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team is taking over the investigation.

Events

8 h. ago «Il possède le caractère et la personnalité pour réussir à Montréal» – Simon Gagné au sujet de Zachary Bolduc

Bolduc avait fait les manchettes en décembre 2022 après avoir dit que les «Québécois francophones partent avec deux prises» avec Équipe Canada junior.

Transport

8 h. ago Ottawa célèbre la fête du Canada en présence du prince Edward et de Mark Carney

La gouverneure générale a remis l’Ordre du Canada à six personnes mardi midi, dont Ryan Reynolds et Kim Thúy.

Transport

8 h. ago DID CARNEY BEND THE KNEE TO TRUMP? DST is dead, what does this mean for Canadian consumers?

WATCH BELOW as the Sun’s political columnist Jay Goldberg says Carney did not bend the knee to Trump. What do YOU think? Tweet and Facebook us! And don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube Channel. 

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