2 h. ago Idaho prosecutors seek to limit accused killer’s alibi evidence at trial

BOISE, Idaho — Idaho prosecutors say a man charged in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students shouldn’t be allowed to offer an alibi defence unless he takes the stand himself during the murder trial later this year. Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson asked a judge to limit any alibi evidence during Bryan […]

Events

4 h. ago ‘It’s unbelievable here’: Simon Hildebrandt sets sights on March Madness in basketball mecca

Winnipeg's Simon Hildebrandt is hoping his new team can make a run in March Madness after transferring from the University of Manitoba last summer.

Sport

7 h. ago OPINION: CyberTowns ranks Canada’s top cities for cybersecurity careers 

2024 report explores the communities shaping Canada’s digital future 

Events

7 h. ago La conférence nationale trace les contours du futur État syrien

Elle n’a toutefois pas rallier l’administration autonome kurde, qui n’était pas invitée.

Society

8 h. ago Don «historique» de 20 M$ de Québecor à l’Université Laval pour le Carrefour international Brian

Québecor fait un don de 20 M$ à l’Université Laval pour le Carrefour international Brian-Mulroney.

Society

9 h. ago To Leaders of Canadian First Nations and Federal/Provincial Governments–Fueling the Future with Kitsault Energy

WASHINGTON — In 2013, Dr. Suthanthiran, President/Founder of TeamBest Global Companies, announced his dedicated energy pipeline corridor/export port/terminal to carry all of Canada’s energy products to Kitsault, BC, Canada, a town owned by Suthanthiran, northwest of Prince Rupert, BC. Suthanthiran, a healthcare professional, has devoted over fifty years to cheering, helping, and saving lives daily. […]

Politics

9 h. ago Opinion: Restore adequate funding for Alberta's universities

Albertans are understandably proud to feature a world-class research and teaching university right in their home province. The University of Alberta delivers a great education to students and contributes critical research to the world. But years of deep cuts have put the U of A at risk. With the provincial budget set to be released […]

Society

10 h. ago Huron University College cheers $10M gift to spur future entrepreneurs

Western University's Huron University College will open a new centre for entrepreneurs thanks to a $10-million donation from a Toronto-based insurance firm.

Economics

10 h. ago Huron University cheers $10M gift to spur future entrepreneurs

Huron University will open a new centre for entrepreneurs funded by a $10-million donation from a Toronto-based holding company. Announced at the Western University affiliate Tuesday morning, Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. is giving the eight-figure gift – the biggest in Huron’s 162-year history – to pave the way for what will be called the Fairfax […]

Economics

11 h. ago Québecor fait un don de 20 millions de dollars à l’Université Laval

Cette donation, la plus grosse reçue par l’établissement, servira à «la relève francophone» aux études internationales.

Society

11 h. ago Don «historique» de 20 M$ de Québecor à l’Université Laval en l’honneur de l’ancien premier ministre Brian Mulroney

Québecor fait un don de 20 M$ à l’Université Laval pour le Carrefour international Brian-Mulroney.

Politics

12 h. ago The TTC is closing the busiest stretch of downtown subway for the entire weekend

Those planning to hop on the subway to get around downtown Toronto this weekend should be aware of a forthcoming full-weekend 9-stop TTC closure that will impact the line's busiest stations.For the entire duration of Saturday, March 1, and Sunday, March 2, the commission is suspending Line 1 Yonge-University service from Bloor-Yonge Station all the way past Union and around to Osgoode Station.Bloor is, of course, the most bustling station in the city's underground network, and one of the line's only three connection points to Line 2 Bloor-Danforth.Other stops impacted this weekend include Dundas and Queen, key for residents and visitors heading to the Eaton Centre, Yonge-Dundas Square and numerous other prime attractions, and Union, the city's central hub for travel on GO Transit, VIA Rail, and the UP Express.Osgoode would be the alternative stop for residents and visitors heading out to shop, dine, and more around the fashion district in lieu of Queen, but is also af...

Other

13 h. ago THEON’s strong presence at the international exhibition IDEX 2025 in Abu Dhabi, presenting its new A.R.M.E.D. ecosystem of Augmented Reality devices for the “Soldier of the Future”

Press Release Bloomberg (THEON:NA) / Reuters (THEON.AS)   25th February 2025. THEON‘s participation in the IDEX-NAVDEX 2025 (International Defense Equipment Exhibition) held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on 17-21 February 2025, was completed with a strong presence. At THEON’s stand at IDEX-NAVDEX 2025, which is characterized as one of the largest international exhibitions in the […]

Society

13 h. ago Québecor fait un don de 20 millions de dollars à l’Université Laval

Cette donation, la plus grosse reçue par l’établissement, servira à «la relève francophone» aux études internationales.

Society

15 h. ago Nova Scotia bill represents unacceptable political interference in universities: CAUT

OTTAWA, Ontario, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Nova Scotia government has proposed sweeping new powers that would violate university autonomy, according to the Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT). Last week, the provincial government introduced Bill 12, An Act Respecting Advanced Education and Research. The bill would allow the Minister of Advanced Education […]

Politics

27 h. ago Edmonton Nordic spa one step closer to reality after council approves rezoning

Scandinave Group Inc. wants to build a Nordic spa in southwest Edmonton, on land in Brander Gardens donated to the University of Alberta more than a decade ago.

Other

30 h. ago Two members of Regina Rams arrested after police make ‘significant’ fentanyl seizure

Two university football players in Regina have been arrested after police seized what they're calling a "significant" amount of fentanyl.

Events

32 h. ago NBA star Kevin Durant explains why he loves Toronto and the Raptors

Though he never has suited up for the Toronto Raptors in his 17-year pro career, Kevin Durant has had quite the connection to Canada's lone NBA franchise.In 2014, team ambassador Drake got fined for trying to recruit Durant to Toronto while the NBA star was in attendance at his OVO Fest concert in the city.In 2019, Durant and his Golden State Warriors side faced off against Toronto in the NBA Finals, where he suffered a season-ending injury during Game 5 that ended up sidelining him for the following season.Despite the bad memory of the injury — and an often-referenced clip of fans cheering after Durant hit the floor before the severity was recognized — Durant has often referenced the energy he felt in the city during that series.And in 2022, while he was a member of the Brooklyn Nets, Durant was heavily linked to a possible trade to the Raptors before eventually being shipped to the Phoenix Suns.But Durant's connections to Toronto actually run much longer than...

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32 h. ago Canadians can now submit claims to cash in on Cottonelle class

A Canadian court has certified a class-action lawsuit against consumer goods company Kimberly-Clark for its recalled wipes, and eligible Canadians can submit a claim.Vancouver-based law firm Slater Vecchio LLP announced in a release that the Supreme Court of B.C. has certified a class action against Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Kimberly-Clark Inc., and Kimberly-Clark Canada Inc. (Kimberly-Clark).The lawsuit relates to Cottonelle Flushable Wipes or Cottonelle Gentle Plus Flushable Wipes, which were recalled across Canada.In a February 21 email, a representative for the law firm explained that the announcement is a formal public notice."The class action was certified in Aug. 2023," they stated. "The Class Proceedings Act, RSBC 1996, c 50 prescribes that, following the certification of an action as a class proceeding, formal notice of the certification must be provided to class members. That formal notice program began today."If the lawsuit settles in futur...

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35 h. ago Western Mustangs women's track team repeats as Ontario champions

The top-ranked Western Mustangs women’s track and field team captured its second straight Ontario university championship

Sport