50 m. ago WATCH: Humpback whale swims up to barking dog during delightful encounter

HONOLULU — A Hawaii boat captain who rebuilt her whale-watching tour business after losing three boats in the deadly 2023 Lahaina wildfire captured iPhone footage of her dog barking excitedly when a humpback swam near them over the weekend and poked its head out to greet Macy, a golden retriever. Chrissy Lovitt and Macy, 11, […]

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87 m. ago Cygnus secures another two years to increase its stake in Pontax

The extension gives Cygnus additional time to meet its earn-in milestones while enhancing the likelihood of exploration success Pontax Lithium Project, James Bay, Canada TORONTO and PERTH, Western Australia, April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cygnus Metals Limited (ASX: CY5, TSXV: CYG, OTCQB: CYGGF) is pleased to announce that it has negotiated a two-year extension […]

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1 hour ago ‘Means the world’: Tiny home removed from Toronto park after resident given full time housing

After years of experiencing homelessness, a Toronto man is celebrating a fresh start as he moves into permanent housing with the help of Tiny Tiny Homes.

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1 hour ago Intimate partner violence survivors sue feds over stalled cases, delays

The statement of claim alleges the plaintiffs have been denied justice due to strict time limits on criminal proceedings set by a landmark 2016 Supreme Court of Canada ruling.

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2 h. ago Carney and Poilievre pour pint on campaign trail in time honoured tradition

Alcohol has sometimes played a role in Canadian political contests

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2 h. ago Mullen Group Ltd. 2025 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call and Webcast

OKOTOKS, Alberta, April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: MTL) Mullen Group Ltd. (“Mullen Group” and/or the “Corporation“) intends to release its 2025 First Quarter earnings results on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at 6:00 a.m. ET, and has scheduled a conference call and webcast as follows: Date: April 23, 2025     Time: 10:00 a.m. ET   […]

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3 h. ago Newmont Announces First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call

DENVER — Newmont Corporation (NYSE: NEM, TSX: NGT, ASX: NEM, PNGX: NEM) will release its first quarter 2025 results after North American markets close on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. A conference call to discuss the results will be held at 5:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time the same day, which is 7:30 a.m. Australian Eastern Standard […]

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3 h. ago Paid leave now extended for victims of domestic violence in Nova Scotia

As of Tuesday, paid leave for victims of family violence expands to five days from three, a move intended to give employees more time away from work to seek support.

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3 h. ago How to avoid needing basement waterproofing before Toronto's spring thaw

The spring days are trickling in and Toronto's starting to warm up — but with the change in seasons comes the annual big thaw.Yup, it's time to say goodbye to all the snow and slush and prep for surging lakes and streams. Unfortunately, the spring thaw also gives way to the very unfortunate scenario of leaking basements. So what's a Toronto resident to do to protect their home's foundation? Cue DryShield Basement Waterproofing and their handy tips and tricks to keep your Toronto basement waterproofed and dry. Here are three ways to prevent a basement leak repair this season.Clear downspouts and guttersClogged downspouts and gutters are the perfect ingredients for a basement leak. DryShield Waterproofing suggests getting down and dirty to clean out those pipes from debris — while directing the water away from your foundation. Whether you use a garden hose, a wet/dry vacuum, or just your hands, making sure these laneways ar...

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3 h. ago 47 Canadians named among the richest billionaires in the world

It's that time of the year again. Forbes' 2025 World's Billionaires list is out, and several of the richest Canadians made the list.Not only are the rich getting richer, but the world now has more billionaires than ever. For the first time, the number of billionaires has crossed the 3,000 threshold, and currently, there are 3,028 billionaires globally — up by 247 compared to last year. Combined, their wealth totals US$$16.1 trillion, an increase of US$2 trillion compared to 2024.The U.S. has 902 billionaires, followed by China with 516 (including Hong Kong) and India with 205 billionaires.It seems that there are fewer Canadians who made the list this time, and there's been a dramatic reshuffling, with some even dropping from the list entirely. Last year, 67 Canadians were among the richest in the world; this year, that number has fallen to 47.Notably absent from the list is Chinese Canadian billionaire Changpeng Zhao, who goes by CZ.Last year, the founder and former CEO of the...

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4 h. ago Emma Teitel: Toronto City Council gave itself a 24% raise. Torontonians can’t do the same

Hardly the right time for politicians to pad their bank accounts

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4 h. ago JAY GOLDBERG: Carney should embrace harm reduction for smokers

Liberal Leader Mark Carney is out to prove he’s a centrist. By ending unpopular Trudeau-era policies like the capital gains tax hike and the consumer carbon tax, Carney is clearly making a play for the political middle.  If Carney really wants Canadian consumers to believe he’s moved to the middle, it’s time for the Liberals […]

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4 h. ago Preview of new Scotia Place events centre gets Calgary Flames players pumped

Mikael Backlund knows he’s closer to the end of his NHL career than he is to the beginning. Last week, though, the 36-year-old Calgary Flames captain and his teammates got a glimpse of what’s in store for the team’s new home when Scotia Place opens in time for the 2027-28 season. That tantalizing preview couldn’t […]

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5 h. ago Ontario residents will get payments from the government next week

Good news for people living in Ontario: your monthly Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) payment will arrive soon.Many residents will see an OTB deposit in their accounts in just over a week, on April 10.This benefit is usually paid out on the 10th of each month unless there's a bank holiday or weekend, in which case, payments are issued on the last working day before the 10th.Ontario Trillium Benefit: Are you eligible?The OTB is a tax-free mix of three payments: the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, the Northern Ontario Energy Credit, and the Ontario Sales Tax Credit.You should be eligible for at least one of the three of the aforementioned credits to receive money.For the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, you could get a maximum of $1,248 if you are between 18 and 64 years old, $1,421 if you are 65 or older, $277 if you live on a reserve or in a public long-term care home, and $25 for the time you lived in a designated college, university, or private school residence in 202...

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5 h. ago Cricket fans love IPL run fests, but the league’s bowlers are up in arms

The crème de la crème of cricketers around the world descend on India like bees drawn to honey at this time of the year. There are millions at stake in the world’s richest league and every cricketer in the world worth his salt considers it an honour to be picked by one of the 10 […]

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6 h. ago B.C. facing future without consumer carbon tax for 1st time in 17 years

British Columbians are facing a future without a consumer carbon tax for the first time in 17 years, after the early-morning approval of a bill to end the long-standing policy. 

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6 h. ago Prosecutors ordered to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione

It is the first time the Justice Department has sought to bring the death penalty since U.S. President Donald Trump returned to office.

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6 h. ago Ontario among provinces getting minimum wage increase in 2025

Many Canadians entering the workforce are likely to get a pay bump as the minimum wage in certain provinces is set to increase in 2025.Today, the federal minimum wage has been raised to keep pace with inflation, going up 45 cents to $17.75. This raise applies to employees and interns working in the federally regulated private sector, including businesses like banks, telecom companies and interprovincial air, marine, rail and road transportation.Many provinces also increase their hourly amount in the spring and summer, while others do so in the fall. Some provinces might not raise it at all.According to the government, if the minimum wage in a province or territory is higher than the federal number, federally regulated employers must apply the higher rate.Last year, some workers in Canada saw bumps in their paycheques after several provinces raised their minimum wage.Here's what minimum wage rates look like across the country and when some Canadians can expect another raise.British C...

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7 h. ago Super Bowl champ Richard Sherman shares shocking video of home being burglarized

Former NFL player Richard Sherman is the latest sports figure whose home has been burglarized. The Super Bowl champion posted pictures and a video on social media asking if anyone recognized three armed intruders that broke into his house last weekend. Sherman, an Amazon Prime Video analyst, was a three-time All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowl […]

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7 h. ago Prosecutors to seek death penalty against UnitedHealthcare killing suspect Luigi Mangione

NEW YORK — U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Tuesday that she has directed prosecutors to seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the man accused of gunning down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, following through on the president’s campaign promise to vigorously pursue capital punishment. It is the first time the Justice Department has sought […]

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