81 m. ago Alberta moves closer to creating optional provincial police force that could replace RCMP

An independent force could step in to help address concerns about the Mounties' staffing shortages and rising costs, the public safety minister said

Events

1 hour ago Alberta government lays groundwork for provincial police force

Alberta’s government is taking another step toward giving municipalities the option of ditching the RCMP in favour of a new provincial police service.

Politics

2 h. ago Trump administration fires senior Navy female officer at NATO

WASHINGTON — U.S. Navy Vice Adm. Shoshana Chatfield, the only woman on NATO’s military committee, was fired over the weekend by the Trump administration, U.S. officials said Monday. Although no reason was given, officials said it was apparently tied to comments she has made that supported diversity in the force. According to the officials, Chatfield […]

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2 h. ago LILLEY UNLEASHED: More political meddling by the Chinese government

WATCH as Sun political columnist Brian Lilley says that the Chinese government is again involved in the federal election by meddling through the popular WeChat social media platform, which was detected by the Security and Intelligence Threats to Elections Task Force. WeChat was also linked to campaigns targeting MPs Michael Chong in June 2023 and […]

Politics

3 h. ago Youth among 5 males charged after Richmond Hill home invasion, auto theft

Four men and a male youth have been charged with numerous offences following a Richmond Hill home invasion investigation. York Regional Police said that on March 18 before 3 a.m., three masked suspects allegedly forced their way into a residence in the Arnold Ave.-Charles St. area and demanded car keys. Cops said the victim complied […]

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3 h. ago Fired Justice Department pardon attorney accuses agency of ’ongoing corruption’

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department’s recently fired pardon attorney accused the leadership of the law enforcement agency of “ongoing corruption,” testifying Monday at a congressional hearing meant to showcase concerns that the Trump administration is assaulting the rule of law, abusing its power and forcing out career civil servants. “It should alarm all Americans that […]

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4 h. ago Former prime minister Stephen Harper to introduce Pierre Poilievre at Edmonton rally

It's the first time Harper has hit the campaign trail since the 2015 election, when he was prime minister

Politics

4 h. ago Former prime minister Stephen Harper to introduce Pierre Poilievre at Edmonton rally on Monday

It's the first time Harper has hit the campaign trail since the 2015 election, when he was prime minister

Politics

4 h. ago Vancouver launches new task force aimed at improving business conditions

The task force will include representatives from business sectors, including tech, finance, tourism and real estate, First Nations, as well as former B.C. premier Gordon Campbell.

Economics

4 h. ago Zefiro Methane Corp. Sponsor Entity Files Provisional Patent for Orphaned Oil & Gas Well Data Portal

The patent is integral to creating an industry-leading data portal that will help enrich data and support predictive leak analytics for orphaned oil and gas wells FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ZEFIRO METHANE CORP. (Cboe Canada: ZEFI) (Frankfurt: Y6B) (OTCQB: ZEFIF) (the “Company”, “Zefiro”, or “ZEFI”) today announced that X Machina […]

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5 h. ago AirBoss Announces New Contracts Valued at up to US$15.6M and Provides Update on Existing Program

NEWMARKET, Ontario, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AirBoss of America Corp. (TSX: BOS) (OTCQX:ABSSF) (the “Company” or “AirBoss”) today announced that AirBoss Defense Group, AirBoss Manufactured Products’ (“AMP”) defense business, has received an order from armasuisse, in support of Swiss Defense Forces personnel, for ADG Molded AirBoss Lightweight Overboots (“MALO”) and an order from […]

Economics

5 h. ago Liberals, NDP, Conservatives fielding full slate of federal election candidates

Tory Leader Poilievre will also be running against at least 78 other candidates thanks to Longest Ballot Committee protest

Politics

6 h. ago Microsoft workers say they’ve been fired after 50th anniversary protest

Microsoft has fired two employees who interrupted the company’s 50th anniversary celebration to protest its work supplying artificial intelligence technology to the Israeli military, according to a group representing the workers. Microsoft didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment Monday. The protests began Friday when Microsoft software engineer Ibtihal Aboussad walked up to a […]

Events

6 h. ago China actively promoting Carney Liberal campaign: Election watchdog

The Chinese operation meant to "influence Canadian Chinese communities" and "mold perceptions" about Carney, a SITE task force member said

Politics

8 h. ago Enlevée par ses frères à Montréal: la victime témoigne... en faveur des accusés

Une adolescente qui aurait été enlevée de force par ses propres frères s'est rangée derrière eux au procès, en témoignant à leur faveur

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8 h. ago Canadian man locked out of $43K in PC Optimum points by Loblaws

A new report shines a light on a Loblaws shopper who recently had $43,000 worth of PC Optimum points frozen in his account before he could spend them.Frank Zhang has saved 43 million PC Optimum points over his lifetime by shopping at Loblaws stores and using a PC Mastercard, but he was quite shocked when he tried to redeem his points in January and found his account locked.According to a CBC Go Public report, the automated online help tool initially told him his account was frozen and that he needed to change his password to unlock it. That didn't resolve his issue, so Zhang called the helpline instead and was met with a different answer. The person on the phone told him that he'd broken the PC Optimum terms and conditions, but they refused to say which rule specifically led to his account being frozen.A Calgary man named Jeff Mack suffered the same issue after having his 1.5 million points ($1,500) frozen last fall. At least the support channel told him his account was di...

Economics

9 h. ago Toronto rock legend Neil Young attends U.S. protest with 'hands off Canada' sign

Canadian celebrities residing in the United States are starting to speak up in support of their home country, with rock and roll legend Neil Young the latest homegrown talent standing up to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and annexation threats.The 79-year-old rocker — one of the few artists to hold the distinction of being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice — was spotted at a protest in the Los Angeles suburb of Thousand Oaks, California.Young was one of thousands to take part in the protest on Saturday, which was one of several organized demonstrations held as part of the Hands Off! National Day of Action.Over 2,000 attended Saturday's demonstration in Thousand Oaks, far exceeding the 1,300 protestors expected by organizers.Among the throngs who attended, the Canadian music icon blended in with the pack with the help of a "Hands Off Canada" sign.While Young has an estimated net worth in the vicinity of $200 million, the Rockin' in the Free World s...

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10 h. ago Kentucky flood forces Buffalo Trace Distillery to temporarily close

The historic Buffalo Trace Distillery has temporarily closed after deadly flooding ravaging Kentucky swept into its facilities, forcing the popular bourbon company to turn away the public and staff. In a statement released on Sunday, the Frankfort, Kentucky-based distillery said it would remain closed through April 10 but warned that date could change. “Due to […]

Events

10 h. ago Donald Trump, Marine Le Pen et l’extrême droite sont comme cul et chemise

Ce n’est pas la première fois que le président américain se porte à la rescousse de dirigeants ou de formations politiques liés à l’extrême droite.

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10 h. ago Bergamini: Paramedics need better mental health supports than they're getting

Rates of PTSD are higher among paramedics than police and firefighters, yet the benefits available to them are fewer, in Ottawa and across the province.

Science