2 h. ago Hudson’s Bay auction of items including 1670 royal charter can go ahead, judge rules

TORONTO — Hudson’s Bay can now prepare to auction off 4,400 artifacts and art pieces along with the 355-year-old royal charter that launched the now-ailing company. Superior Court judge Peter Osborne gave the department store chain permission Thursday to move forward with a sales process run by auction house Heffel Gallery Ltd. Hudson’s Bay will […]

Culture

4 h. ago The Curling Group plans to launch professional curling league next spring

The owners of the Grand Slam of Curling series are planning to introduce a professional curling league next season. The Curling Group said Thursday that the “Rock League” will debut in April 2026. The league will feature six global franchise teams competing in a multi-format six-week season. “Rock League is a reflection of The Curling […]

Sport

5 h. ago Osmose Secures FAA Waiver for ‘Beyond Visual Line of Sight’ Operations, Enhancing Capabilities for Aerial Data Collection for Electrical Utilities

ATLANTA — Osmose Utilities Services, Inc. (“Osmose”), a leading provider of critical asset resiliency and life extension services for the electric utility industry, announced today it has secured an FAA waiver to perform Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS). This milestone builds on Osmose’s ongoing innovation efforts to deliver market-leading […]

Other

5 h. ago New Digital Platform Offers Comprehensive IP Support to B.C. Businesses

Innovate BC’s new IP Hub is a one-stop-shop for innovators to access tailored education and resources that will help them protect and leverage their intellectual property VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Launched today, Innovate BC’s new IP Hub digital platform supports B.C. entrepreneurs in developing their understanding of intellectual property (IP) […]

Economics

6 h. ago Get ready to 'Rock League', a pro curling venture in the hack for 2026

Rock League is the world’s first professional curling league, featuring six mixed-gendered global franchises

Sport

6 h. ago What you need to know about 'Rock League', a pro curling venture in the hack for 2026

Rock League is the world’s first professional curling league, featuring six mixed-gendered global franchises

Sport

6 h. ago Toronto's foremost cherry blossom expert is getting honoured by Japan

Toronto's most iconic cherry blossom expert is getting his well-deserved flowers as he receives a special honour from Matsunaga Takeshi, Consul-General of Japan.It's almost impossible to discuss Toronto's breathtaking High Park cherry blossoms without the city's resident sakura expert, who fittingly goes by the name Sakura Steve online, entering the discourse.Steven Joniak, the man behind Sakura in High Park, has been Toronto's (and blogTO's) source for cherry blossom updates ever since he launched his website in 2012, supplementing his journey with extensive research on the trees.To date, Steve is the foremost authority for Toronto residents keen to catch the peak bloom every year, providing weekly updates and, at times, braving less-than-ideal conditions from March to May as the trees progress.While Steve has certainly earned his fair share of recognition over the years, he's now about to receive an official honour for all of his contributions...

Other

9 h. ago BYDFi Launches DOLO/USDT and INIT/USDT with a $10,000 Prize Pool

VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The global crypto exchange BYDFi announced the official listing of Dolomite and Initia tokens, now available for spot trading under the pairs DOLO/USDT and INIT/USDT. To celebrate the launch, BYDFi has introduced a $10,000 prize pool, giving all participants the opportunity to earn rewards by trading. $DOLO: […]

Economics

11 h. ago UPS to Acquire Andlauer Healthcare Group for $1.6 Billion, Strengthening its Global Offerings in Complex Healthcare Logistics

Acquisition will Enhance End-to-End Capabilities and Service to Healthcare Customers Needing Temperature-Controlled Logistics Solutions in North America ATLANTA — UPS (NYSE: UPS) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Andlauer Healthcare Group Inc. (TSX: AND) (“AHG”), a leading North American supply chain management company headquartered in Canada and offering customized […]

Economics

12 h. ago WEBINAR: Greenspace Health and CARF Present Expert Panel on the Role of Measurement

Learn how MBC drives enhanced clinical outcomes, accreditation readiness, and system-wide improvements. TORONTO & WASHINGTON — Today, Greenspace Health, North America’s leading provider of Measurement-Based Care technology, education and implementation support, is proud to announce a new educational partnership with CARF International, a globally respected behavioral health accrediting body, to present a live educational panel […]

Technology

15 h. ago Hudson’s Bay to seek court permission to auction off charter, art and artifacts

TORONTO — Hudson’s Bay is expected to seek court permission today to auction off its art, artifacts and the 355-year-old royal charter that launched the company, which announced Wednesday it will liquidate all its remaining stores. The department store company, which is Canada’s oldest business, filed a notice of motion last week asking to separate […]

Society

15 h. ago World’s first Low Carbon Ratings system for Cement and Concrete launches

Global system aims to incentivise procurement of more sustainable building materials System will provide transparency and trust, and help governments and businesses identify and buy more sustainable cement and concrete, the world’s most used substance after water LONDON — The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) announces the launch of Low Carbon Ratings (LCR) […]

Transport

18 h. ago Galderma Delivers Record First Quarter Net Sales of 1.129 Billion USD, Including Strong Performance From Two Launches With Blockbuster Potential, and Confirms Full

Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR ZUG, Switzerland — Galderma Group AG (SIX:GALD), the pure-play dermatology category leader, today announced its sales performance for the first quarter of 2025. Net sales: Achieved 1,129 million USD in net sales, up 8.3% year-on-year on a constant currency basis, primarily driven by volume, complemented by favorable […]

Economics

24 h. ago Affirm and WooCommerce Bring Longstanding Partnership to the UK

WooCommerce merchants in the UK can now seamlessly offer Affirm’s flexible and transparent payment options to consumers LONDON — WooCommerce, the flexible, open-source ecommerce solution built on WordPress, today announced that it has expanded its partnership with Affirm Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: AFRM), the payment network that empowers consumers and helps merchants drive growth, by launching […]

Economics

26 h. ago Civeo Announces Limited Partnership with Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation to Launch CiveoSix

New limited partnership, CiveoSix, to offer hospitality, food services, janitorial, and property maintenance services. HOUSTON & EDMONTON, Alberta — Civeo Corporation (NYSE:CVEO) and Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation (“SNGRDC”), the economic development arm of the Six Nations community based in Southern Ontario, announced today a new limited partnership, CiveoSix. CiveoSix will deliver […]

Sport

26 h. ago Beyond Oil Provides Update on Brokered Private Placement, Led by Strategic Investment by Clal Insurance, an Israeli Institutional Investor, as Part of Potential Uplisting to a Senior Exchange

NEW YORK, New York, KIBBUTZ YIFAT, Israel and VANCOUVER, BC, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Beyond Oil Ltd. (CSE: BOIL) (OTCQB: BEOLF) (Frankfurt: UH9) (“Beyond Oil” or the “Company”), a food-tech innovation company dedicated to reducing health risks associated with fried food while lowering operational costs, minimizing waste and enhancing sustainability, is pleased to […]

Economics

27 h. ago ‘NEVER FOLLOWS THROUGH’: Meghan Markle slammed for ‘enormously shallow’ ventures

Meghan Markle has launched so many different projects in recent months, it’s almost hard to keep track. There was her Netflix show, With Love, Meghan, which was renewed for a second season, prompting the enterprising Duchess of Sussex to take advantage of the success and a couple more businesses to her resume. Her digital storefront […]

Other

27 h. ago Saudia Group Signs Deal with Airbus to Acquire up to 20 Wide

The deal includes a firm order for 10 A330neo aircraft for the Group’s fleet TOULOUSE, France, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Saudia Group announced a new aircraft deal with Airbus to enhance its fleet by adding up to 20 new wide-body A330neo aircraft, 10 of which are firm orders for flyadeal, the Group’s low-cost […]

Other

28 h. ago Ontario takes control of London school board, launches probes at three others

TORONTO — Ontario has taken control of one school board over financial mismanagement, launched financial probes of three other boards and ordered a fifth board to repay costs for a trip to Italy to buy art. New Education Minister Paul Calandra says he is increasing accountability and transparency measures to address “failures” at several boards. […]

Society

28 h. ago Ontario takes control of school board over finances, launches investigations into others

Newly appointed Education Minister Paul Calandra announced a series of interventions at school boards on Wednesday afternoon.

Society