5 h. ago Bettman sees value in NHL’s Olympic break after success of 4 Nations tourney

SUNRISE, Fla. — Commissioner Gary Bettman isn’t the biggest fan of taking a nearly three-week break in the middle of the NHL season so players can participate in the Milan-Cortina Olympics. That said, he obviously sees the value. Bettman spoke at the season-opening game Tuesday between the Florida Panthers — who raised their second consecutive […]

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5 h. ago Panthers celebrate Stanley Cup win with banner ceremony, eye three

SUNRISE, Fla. — There are a couple of minor dings these days in the Stanley Cup, including one right near the spot where the names of the 2024-25 Florida Panthers are etched in commemoration of their latest title. Such things happen during championship celebrations. No worries, they’ll be fixed soon. And the Panthers are hoping […]

Culture

5 h. ago Police officer presence, transit and open drug use: Mayoral candidates pitch public safety plans

Here's how some mayoral hopefuls are pledging to improve public safety

Events

5 h. ago Ovechkin ready for 21st season in Washington, first after turning 40

ARLINGTON, Va. — When Alex Ovechkin was asked what he is most looking forward to on opening night this season, his answer was a subtle reminder that the 40-year-old version of the star forward is different than the player who entered the NHL two decades ago. “Warmups,” he said with a grin. “I hope my […]

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6 h. ago 'Sea change:' Vancouver city council rezones thousands of properties in Broadway and Cambie corridors

Vancouver's sweeping rezoning of more than 4,200 properties aims to shorten the development process by a year or more. 'Less site-by-site, customized rezoning. And more standardization and predictability,' said the city's chief planner, Josh White

Transport

7 h. ago Michigan creates additional marijuana tax to fund Whitmer’s plan to ‘fix the damn roads’

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Tuesday signed into law a new 24% tax on marijuana sales between producers and dispensaries, creating revenue to partially fund her long-promised effort to improve the state’s roads. Whitmer made road repairs her priority this year. The Legislature’s fiscal agencies estimate the wholesale tax will generate […]

Economics

7 h. ago Liberals’ border security bill may be revamped amid privacy concerns

Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree has given notice to the House of Commons that he will introduce fresh legislation on borders and immigration as early as Wednesday.

Events

8 h. ago Toronto hockey commentators hold tight to idea McDavid will still leave Edmonton. But why?

No sooner had Connor McDavid signed the biggest bargain contract in the National Hockey League of this century than Toronto sports commentators started to speculate about McDavid leaving Edmonton. At The Athletic, reporter Chris Johnston said one important part of the deal was the two-year term. “While McDavid ensured there will be an appropriate amount […]

Sport

9 h. ago Canucks: Why Quinn Hughes is ‘grateful’ the team let him grow, make mistakes

'I was given the path. They (Canucks) let me grow and make mistakes and nobody was breathing down my neck.' — Quinn Hughes

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9 h. ago Facing daunting early schedule, strong start absolutely vital for Calgary Flames

'You look at our first 10 games and it’s kind of make-or-break,' said Dustin Wolf

Culture

10 h. ago Xenon Pharmaceuticals Reports Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

VANCOUVER, British Columbia and BOSTON, Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: XENE), a neuroscience-focused biopharmaceutical company dedicated to drug discovery, clinical development, and commercialization of life-changing therapeutics for patients in need, today announced equity inducement grants to seven new non-officer employees consisting of an aggregate of 77,750 share options. All of […]

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10 h. ago Rivalry renewed: Maple Leafs and Canadiens set for emotional season opener

The Leafs and Habs have been going at it since 1917, but this year's NHL curtain-raiser will have special meaning.

Events

10 h. ago Canucks: Teddy Blueger’s injury opens the door a little wider for Braeden Cootes

Teddy Blueger will be out at least a week with a suspected knee injury.

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11 h. ago Why the Maple Leafs made two waiver claims and surprise roster cuts

Sammy Blais and Cayden Primeau, both with Montreal roots, found themselves in Toronto on the eve of the season opener between the teams.

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11 h. ago Will Senators core make the next step? Five burning questions as NHL season begins

The mandate from Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer is simple. “I would be disappointed if we didn’t make the playoffs,” Andlauer said on Monday at a groundbreaking for the Laitiere de l’Outaouais in Gatineau. After making the post-season for the first time in eight years last spring, the Senators will open the 2025-26 campaign against […]

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11 h. ago Toronto Maple Leafs offering fans hundreds of free tickets this season

'Leafs fans are very, very loyal,' former captain Darryl Sittler says

Sport

11 h. ago Stanley Cup or bust? Maple Leafs’ real challenge is finding the right fit

GM Brad Treliving held end-of-camp availability ahead of Wednesday's season-opener vs. Montreal Canadiens.

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11 h. ago Marchand promet plus de 80 000 emplois à Québec grâce au tramway et aux projets de développement économique

Québec Forte et Fière estime que la construction du tramway va favoriser l’embauche de jeunes travailleurs qui sont plus touchés par le chômage.

Sport

12 h. ago Oscar nominee fundraises for ‘urgent medical care’ as ‘health continues to struggle’

Oscar-nominated actress Sally Kirkland needs “urgent medical care” and her friends say she needs help paying for it. The Golden Globe winner’s pals — Paige Dylan, Coty Galloway and Mel England — set up a GoFundMe campaign last year when the actress broke two bones and developed two “life-threatening” infections that required treatment. “It has […]

Science

12 h. ago Arty Party at MSG: Former Canucks fan favourite Artūrs Šilovs gets start for Penguins

Pittsburgh coach Dan Muse told the media in New York: “Šilovs had a good camp. We’re going to be looking at both Artūrs and Tristan to come up big early this season.”

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