43 m. ago Abdulla: Abusing doctors and staff won't make health care any better

Patients are under stress in our over-burdened system. So are family physicians and their colleagues. I get the worry. But I don’t get the rudeness.

Science

6 h. ago Faqiris demand answers on implementing coroner inquest recommendations

The family of a mentally ill man who died in a provincial jail is demanding to know if the Ontario government has implemented any recommendations that came out of a coroner’s inquest, saying they believe nothing has been done. Several dozen civil liberty and mental-health organizations have also called for action in a letter to […]

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11 h. ago Brookfield Asset Management Announces Results of Annual Meeting of Shareholders

NEW YORK, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (NYSE: BAM, TSX: BAM) today announced that all 12 nominees proposed for election to the board of directors by holders of Class A Limited Voting Shares (“Class A Shares”) and Class B Limited Voting Shares (“Class B Shares”) were elected at the company’s annual […]

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12 h. ago Parkland agrees to be bought by U.S. heavyweight Sunoco in US$9.1B deal

CALGARY — A judge has sided with Parkland Corp. in its last-minute decision to delay its shareholder meeting by more than a month so investors can vote on a US$9.1-billion takeover by Sunoco LP at the same time they elect a board of directors. A showdown had been set to take place in Calgary on […]

Economics

14 h. ago Faqiri family demands answers on implementing coroner inquest recommendations

In December 2023, inquest jurors issued 57 recommendations meant to improve oversight of the correctional service and access to mental health care within it.

Other

15 h. ago Dissident to fight board vote delay in court after Parkland, Sunoco sign US$9.1B deal

CALGARY — Parkland Corp.’s biggest shareholder is going to court after the company announced a US$9.1-billion takeover by Sunoco LP and delayed a meeting where it was to face investors pushing for a boardroom overhaul. A showdown had been set to take place in Calgary on Tuesday, with shareholders voting on competing director nominee slates […]

Economics

16 h. ago Who is Greg Abel, the Canadian tapped to succeed Warren Buffett as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway?

The Alberta-born business executive is set to become the multinational conglomerate's first new chief executive in 60 years. Can he maintain the legendary investor’s performance for shareholders?

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17 h. ago Dissident to fight board vote delay in court after Parkland, Sunoco ink US$9.1B deal

CALGARY — Parkland Corp.’s biggest shareholder is going to court after the Calgary company announced a US$9.1-billion takeover by Sunoco LP and delayed a meeting where it was to face down investors pushing for a boardroom overhaul. A showdown had been set to take place in Calgary on Tuesday, with shareholders voting on competing director […]

Economics

18 h. ago Flow Capital Announces Cash Dividend on Series A Preferred Shares

TORONTO, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Flow Capital Corp. (TSXV:FW) (“Flow Capital” or the “Company”), a leading provider of flexible growth capital and alternative debt solutions, is pleased to announce a cash dividend of $0.069 per Series A Preferred Share (“Preferred Shares”), paid on May 2, 2025, to shareholders recorded as of March 31, […]

Economics

18 h. ago Simpson Oil Condemns Parkland’s AGM Delay as Final Tactic in Board’s Failed Campaign to Cling to Control

Seeks Court Order to Conduct AGM as Scheduled Reminds Shareholders That Over 60% of Shares Voted on Simpson Oil’s GOLD Proxy Card For Majority Board Refresh at Parkland Demands the Immediate Resignation of Chair Mike Jennings and His Fellow Board Members GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands — Simpson Oil Limited (“Simpson Oil”, “we” or “our”), the […]

Sport

18 h. ago Sean ’Diddy’ Combs sex trafficking trial is set to begin with jury selection

NEW YORK — Sean “Diddy” Combs, the hip-hop entrepreneur whose wildly successful career has been dotted by allegations of violence, was brought to a New York courthouse Monday to be tried on charges that he used the influence and resources of his business empire to sexually abuse women. Jury selection was scheduled to begin in […]

Politics

20 h. ago U.S. company Sunoco signs deal to buy Parkland in agreement valued at US$9.1B

CALGARY — U.S. energy company Sunoco LP has signed an agreement to buy Parkland Corp. in a cash-and-stock deal valued at US$9.1 billion, including assumed debt. The deal comes as Calgary-based Parkland faces an attempt by Simpson Oil Ltd., its largest shareholder, to replace a majority of its board of directors. Parkland cancelled its annual […]

Economics

21 h. ago Sunoco signs deal to buy Parkland in agreement valued at US$9.1 billion

The Canadian fuel retailer has been involved in a bitter dispute with its major shareholder

Economics

40 h. ago Buffett Hands His Successor a Giant Cash Pile and Many Questions

Warren Buffett picked the final minute of his 60th shareholder meeting to drop a long-awaited announcement that was still completely surprising for his fans, most of his board and even his successor.

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60 h. ago Who is Greg Abel, the Canadian executive picked to be successor to Warren Buffett?

OMAHA, Neb. — When Warren Buffett announced at his annual shareholder meeting Saturday that he is stepping down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of the year, he elevated a low-key 62-year-old Canadian executive named Greg Abel who has long been one of his top lieutenants. For the past seven years, Abel has […]

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68 h. ago Buffett says US shouldn’t use ‘trade as a weapon’ as Trump has done with tariffs

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Investor Warren Buffett told thousands of Berkshire Hathaway shareholders Saturday that the United States shouldn’t use “trade as a weapon” and anger the rest of the world like President Donald Trump has done with his tariffs that roiled global markets.. “It’s a big mistake in my view when you have 7.5 […]

Economics

68 h. ago Warren Buffett’s profits fall on wildfire losses as thousands line up to listen to him Saturday

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Warren Buffett’s company reported just over one-third of last year’s profit Saturday morning just as thousands of Berkshire Hathaway shareholders streamed into an Omaha arena to listen to the revered investor answer questions. The profit numbers were weighed down by a major drop in the value of its investments and $860 […]

Events

69 h. ago Holy Trinity's production of Shakespeare in Love was a graceful blend of wit, emotion, and theatrical charm

Show # 13 Holy Trinity Catholic High School Shakespeare in Love: The Play Director: Stavros Sakiadis Janet Do,Critic St. Mother Teresa High School Parting is such sweet sorrow when the one you love remains just out of reach—divided by class, yet united in soul. Though tender moments must remain unspoken, all the world’s a stage […]

Culture

3 d. ago Capstone Copper Announces 2025 Annual General Meeting Results

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Capstone Copper Corp. (“Capstone” or the “Company”) (TSX:CS) (ASX:CSC) announced the voting results from its 2025 Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) held May 2, 2025 in Vancouver, British Columbia. A total of 594,082,529 common shares were voted at the meeting, representing 77.96% of the votes attached to all outstanding common shares. Shareholders […]

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3 d. ago Fatality inquiry recommends more mental health resources at Edmonton Remand Centre after inmate died pleading for addictions treatment

Warning: this story deals with suicide. If you need help, the AHS Mental Health Help Line can be reached at 1-877-303-2642. The Canada Suicide Prevention Service can be contacted at 1-833-456-4566. A judge is recommending an overhaul of how prisoners at the Edmonton Remand Centre receive mental health care after an inmate died by suicide […]

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