2 h. ago B.C. crime news: Fireworks suspected of sparking Kelowna wildfires | Illegal smoke store supplier nabbed in traffic stop | West Van assault suspect sought

A wrap up of Thursday's criminal activity in B.C.

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2 h. ago B.C. crime news: Burnaby RCMP seize seven kilos of cocaine, cash | Fireworks suspected of sparking Kelowna wildfires |

A wrap up of Thursday's criminal activity in B.C.

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4 h. ago In Calgary courts: Woman rescued from her abusive boyfriend told Calgary police 'he's gonna kill me,' court told

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from Aug. 11 to 15, 2025

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10 h. ago Canadians boycotting U.S. trips at record numbers while more Americans travel north

For the first time in at least five years, American travel to Canada has outnumbered Canadian visits to the United States, according to new data.Statistics Canada released its latest international arrivals numbers on Monday. It found that 1.8 million Americans travelled north by car in July, while only 1.7 million Canadian residents returned by car from a visit to the U.S.According to the report, Canadians visiting the U.S. by land saw a steep 36.9 per cent decline from July 2024. Comparatively, American trips to Canada in July declined 7.4 per cent from the same time last year.It reveals a sharp switch-up after years of Canadian travel down south outnumbering Americans visiting Canada.U.S.-resident trips to Canada by automobile, July 2019 to 2025. (Statistics Canada)StatCan included cross-border travel data dating back to 2019 that shows the rare reversal in travel patterns. Canadians visiting the U.S. routinely outpaced American travel to Canada up until last month.Trave...

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27 h. ago Calgary police release photos of suspect wanted for random assault at CTrain station

Calgary police are asking for the public's help identifying a man wanted in connection with the random assault of another man at the Marlborough CTrain station on July 11, 2025.

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30 h. ago Police seek public help to identify suspect in random CTrain assault

The suspect is described as 5’9” tall, weighing 170 pounds, with a slim build, blond hair and darker facial hair

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34 h. ago CUPE: Air Canada Flight Attendants Forced to Issue Strike Notice to End Unpaid Work

TORONTO — The Air Canada Component of CUPE has issued a 72-hour strike notice to Air Canada after the airline refused to recognize that flight attendants should be paid for all their time on the job. Air Canada responded by issuing a 72-hour lockout notice. “For the past nine months, we have put forward solid, […]

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36 h. ago Relief expected in Ontario as Atlantic Canada sees more sweltering temperatures

Relief expected in southern and eastern Ontario, but Environment Canada says temperatures still above average for this time of year

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36 h. ago Is now the time to overhaul Canada’s Old Age Security? Why some urge yes

A 'think and change tank' is recommending the federal government overhaul its Old Age Security program, saying it could unlock billions in savings that could benefit those in need.

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48 h. ago Israel rejects UN allegations its forces have sexually abused detained Palestinians

UNITED NATIONS — The UN chief warned Israel that the United Nations has “credible information” of sexual violence and other violations by Israeli forces against detained Palestinians, which Israel’s UN ambassador dismissed as “baseless accusations.” Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in a letter to Ambassador Danny Danon that he is “gravely concerned” about reported violations against […]

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51 h. ago In Calgary courts: Crown fails to prove sex assault suspect was in Canada at time of alleged abuse of niece

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from Aug. 11 to 15, 2025

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53 h. ago In Calgary courts: Sexual attack on homeless woman captured on security cameras, Calgary court told

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from Aug. 11 to 15, 2025

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53 h. ago Olympic medalist Fred Kerley provisionally suspended for whereabouts failure

American Fred Kerley, a two-time 100m Olympic medalist, has been provisionally suspended for failing to notify anti-doping officials of his whereabouts, the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) announced Tuesday. Kerley, who took 100m silver in Tokyo and bronze last year in Paris as well as the 2022 world 100m crown, was suspended for “failing to comply […]

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61 h. ago Heat wave set to end in B.C., with relief coming for other provinces soon

Environment Canada advises people to limit the amount of time they spend outdoors and to monitor for signs of heat exhaustion in these conditions.

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3 d. ago In Calgary courts: Trial begins for former Calgary teacher accused of sexually abusing teenage student two decades ago

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from Aug. 11 to 15, 2025

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3 d. ago Canada's Wonderland announces big change for one of its most popular experiences

Something evil is coming to Canada's Wonderland this fall, and it'll be up to you to contain it. Just in time for its 20th season, Halloween Haunt at Canada's Wonderland is debuting a new interactive experience based on the chilling universe of The Conjuring film series. The SCREAMium experience, which takes place on select nights between Sept. 27 and Nov. 1, invites you to enter the nightmare of The Conjuring universe, coming face-to-face with cursed artifacts and petrifying entities like The Nun, The Crooked Man and The Ferryman as you race to restore order and lock the Annabelle doll back in her secure box. 👀 https://t.co/XknZKCM715— Canada's Wonderland (@WonderlandNews) August 1, 2025With state-of-the-art effects and a series of terrifying interactive challenges, the 20-minute thrill is set to be just as frightening as the films are on-screen. As a premium experience, it requires a separate ticket purchase, whic...

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3 d. ago Suspect in custody after alleged road rage assault in Martindale

Assault victim is in stable condition

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5 d. ago RCMP union pushes for changes to help attract talent from U.S., other countries

The union says the RCMP should follow the lead of the military, which in 2022 opened applications to permanent residents without any requirement on time spent in Canada.

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6 d. ago Advance polls open in Alberta byelection with 214 candidates, historic blank ballots

CAMROSE — Advance polls in a historic federal byelection for Alberta’s Battle River-Crowfoot open today. For the first time ever, Elections Canada says voters must fill out a blank ballot. The agency lists a record 214 candidates running in the rural riding, with voting day on Aug. 18. The majority are part of the Longest […]

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8 d. ago Police release sketch of suspect in central Edmonton sexual assault

Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect in a sexual assault that occurred last month in central Edmonton. At roughly 1:30 a.m. on July 2, a woman was attempting to hire an Uber near 113 Street and Jasper Avenue when an unknown man offered her a free ride home, said police […]

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