15 h. ago This Ninja pressure cooker lid could burn you, Health Canada warns in recall

Health Canada says a burn risk has led the agency to recall a pressure cooker lid that has resulted in more than 100 injuries in the United States.

Events

16 h. ago Bryan Adams and Tegan & Sara in Toronto next week for huge conference

One of Toronto's biggest music, arts and tech conferences is happening this month and some massive stars are in the lineup.The 42nd edition of the Departure Festival will showcase over 100 artists from across the city, Canada, and the world from May 6 to 11.Canada's creative industry and guests from around the world will also come together for the Departure Conference, sharing ideas and learning from industry leaders and music legends."The Departure Conference is a true launch pad for emerging talent and a hub for meaningful connections," said Kevin Barton, Executive Producer of Departure, to blogTO."Our goal is to establish Toronto as a global centre for industry collaboration and solidify its reputation as a place where careers get launched."With their conference pass, attendees can access exclusive keynote talks, showcases, networking, special events, and more.Conference speakers announced include celebrity chef and The Bear star Matty Matheson, Grammy...

Culture

19 h. ago Lids of popular pressure cooker brand recalled in Canada after over 100 burn incidents

More than 100,000 pressure cooker lids from the popular brand Ninja are under a recall across Canada due to a "potential burn hazard."Health Canada announced on Thursday, May 1 that it is recalling pressure cooking lids of the Ninja Foodi Temperedcrisp multi-cooker. The Foodi multi-cookers' other functions aren't affected by this recall."The Foodi multi-cooker's pressure-cooking lid can be opened by a consumer during use, causing hot contents to escape, posing a potential risk of burn injuries to consumers," reads the statement.According to SharkNinja, as of April 10, the company received five reports of lids being opened during use in Canada; however, there have been no reports of injury. In the U.S., the company received 106 reports of burn injuries.Health CanadaCanadians are being urged to immediately stop using the multi-cookers' pressure-cooking function and discard the pressure-cooking lid. SharkNinja is asking consu...

Events

3 d. ago Liberal candidate Stephen Fuhr elected in battleground Kelowna riding

On Tuesday afternoon, Elections Canada said 100 per cent of polls were reporting and Stephen Fuhr was ahead of Conservative candidate Tracy Gray by 235 votes.

Events

7 d. ago Poilievre annonce son plan pour les 100 premiers jours d’un gouvernement conservateur

Des projets de lois sur l’abordabilité financière et la criminalité seraient au rendez-vous.

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8 d. ago Brand Finance Canada 100 2025: TD is the most valuable Canadian brand for the third year running, while Crown Royal leads for growth and strength

TD remains the most valuable Canadian brand for the third consecutive year Crown Royal is the fastest-growing brand, up 78% Crown Royal is also Canada’s strongest brand Total brand value of Canada’s top 100 brands declines 3.7% year-on-year VANCOUVER, British Columbia — TD has retained its position as the most valuable Canadian brand for the […]

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2 w. ago Health Canada recalls Life Brand Melatonin, Riva Acetaminophen for dosage concerns

Canada’s federal health authority has issued a recall warning for two medications over incorrect dosing concerns. Health Canada issued a recall for Life Brand Timed Release Melatonin 10mg on Tuesday, warning in a news release the product is labelled with incorrect dosing instruction. The affected lot numbers are 4D3965YA2, 4F4495YA2, 4F44961B0, 4F44962LH, 4H49262LH and 5C47764ES. […]

Science

2 w. ago These wooden high chairs are recalled in Canada due to entrapment hazard

The VEVOR brand of wooden high chairs for babies and toddlers have been recalled due to an entrapment hazard and Canadians are urged to contact the company for refund.

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2 w. ago Some residents advised to leave as fire rages in vacant factory

ST. THOMAS – A raging fire in a vacant factory sent thick black plumes of smoke into the air and drew onlookers from across the city on Monday. The fire at the former Weatherhead Co. of Canada Ltd. plant at 100 Woodworth Ave. began at about 4 p.m. About 50 to 60 St. Thomas firefighters […]

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2 w. ago Abell Pest Control Recognized as One of Canada’s Best Workplaces™ in 2025

Toronto, Ontario, April 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Abell Pest Control, the largest Canadian-owned pest management company, is proud to announce that the company has ranked in the top 100 of Canada’s Best Workplaces™ for the third consecutive year in the 100-999 employee’s category. “We’ve built a strong culture at Abell by placing a high […]

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2 w. ago Campus voting begins at more than 100 universities and colleges across Canada

Early voting kicks off on campuses across the country on Sunday. The polling stations are open to all Canadians, not just students.

Society

3 w. ago Huge festival bringing over 100 music and comedy stars to Toronto next month

Toronto music and comedy fans are in for a treat this spring because a massive festival is coming to town with some huge stars.The 42nd edition of Departure Festival is bringing more than 100 artists from across the city, Canada and the world together from May 6 to 11.Whether you're looking to dance all night to great music or laugh it up with some of the biggest stand-ups in the world, there's a show for you to discover at the 40+ venues across Toronto. And tickets and passes are on sale now."We're showcasing over 100 emerging and established artists across music and comedy, giving Toronto fans plenty to discover," said Pat Murphy, Festival Director."Whether it's the next chart-topping musician or a comedian destined for the big stage, it's a great time to support Canadian talent and catch future stars on their way up." The Departure Festival Music Pass grants you access to over 100 showcase artists, including Toronto's own Jade Hilton, Priyana, Rochester, Charlie Houston, Sea...

Culture

3 w. ago U.S. retail giant overtakes Google as Canada's most reputable company

Costco Canada has claimed the top spot in a new market ranking of Canada's most reputable brands.Leger, a Canadian market research and analytics company, has just published the results of its 28th Reputation study, which unveils the list of the country's top reputable companies. The company surveyed over 38,000 Canadians to find their perspective on 326 companies across 30 sectors."Conducted annually, it is based on Leger's exclusive model of six recognized pillars of reputation — financial success, social responsibility, honesty, transparency, quality, attachment, and innovation," reads the statement. Companies are scored based on these factors, with 100 being the maximum a company can score.Costco Canada and other reputable companies of 2025According to Canadians, Google was the most reputable company in 2024 with a reputation score of 75, followed by Sony.This year, Google (72) fell several spots after being dethroned by Costco Canada (74), while Sony retained second place ...

Economics