4 h. ago EPA moves to limit scope of clean water law to reduce amount of wetlands it covers

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency announced Monday it is redefining the scope of the nation’s bedrock clean water law to limit the wetlands it covers, building on a Supreme Court decision two years ago that removed federal protections for significant areas. When finalized, the new “Waters of the United States” rule will ensure […]

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5 h. ago Fairweather too ‘downmarket,’ unsuitable to take over HBC space in Yorkdale: Oxford

TORONTO — Mall landlord Oxford is fighting another real estate firm to keep Fairweather Ltd. from reviving the defunct Les Ailes de la Mode department store at Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto. In new court documents, Oxford is arguing Fairweather is not suitable for the former Hudson’s Bay space measuring more than 300,000 square feet […]

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6 h. ago Opinion: A step forward, miles to go: The truth about ending the province's spousal cap

Spencer van Vloten: The rule that essentially cuts off people with disabilities from much needed provincial support if they have a working partner has caused decades of harm — and despite the change announced last week, the biggest barriers still loom large

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7 h. ago HUNTER: Twisted child porn fanboy had 5,700 hours of violent smut

An elderly child pornography aficionado must be wondering where Supreme Court of Canada Justice Mary Moreau is when you really need her. After all, it was Moreau who wrote the widely condemned Supreme Court decision decrying that a one-year mandatory minimum in jail for possessing child pornography, uh, violated the Charter. Conjured hypothetical scenarios created […]

Sport

7 h. ago UFC bans controversial MMA star Dillon Danis for life after wild brawl erupts in MSG crowd

UFC president Dana White said that Dillon Danis will no longer be allowed to attend any of the MMA promotion's events.

Events

7 h. ago ‘I’m so grateful I got to be your mom’: Toronto woman who suffocated her 2 sons sentenced to life

Court heard the 27-year-old Toronto woman was left a paraplegic as a result of a failed suicide attempt on the night she murdered her sons.

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8 h. ago This is Mark Sutcliffe's chance to stand up for free speech | Opinion

Mohammed Adam: The police board shouldn't be able to do vet speakers – especially when a court said the policy infringes on the right to freedom of expression.

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9 h. ago Richard Ciano: Mr. Carney, investors don’t see ‘rule of law’ in Canada — they see chaos

The PM claims the U.S. is unpredictable, yet Canada's greatest infrastructure challenge remains its own internal borders

Transport

9 h. ago Items found by volunteers during N.S. missing kids search not relevant: RCMP

A search turned up a child’s T-shirt, blanket and a tricycle. But RCMP say none of the items are relevant to their investigation of the missing children. 

Society

10 h. ago Man who rushed Ariana Grande at ‘Wicked’ premiere jailed in Singapore

The man who sprinted over to Ariana Grande and threw his arm around her during the premiere was charged with being a public nuisance by a Singapore court.

Other

11 h. ago Proposed Costco in Surrey's Grandview Heights sparks petition from neighbours

A petition states the proposed site is in an ecologically sensitive area and the development could be detrimental to local wildlife and the Fergus Creek Watershed, which is located a few blocks south near 14th Avenue.

Economics

12 h. ago Canadian families getting payout from the government this week

Eligible Canadian families can expect to receive their child tax payments this week.The Canada Child Benefit (CCB), a tax-free monthly payment that aims to help families with the cost of raising children under 18, will be sent out on Thursday, Nov. 20.The child tax payment increased in July, marking the beginning of the new benefit year. The federal government uses a process called indexation to raise the payment to help parents as the cost of living continues to soar.An Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) spokesperson said in January that the indexation means the max CCB amounts and income thresholds are increased yearly to "keep pace with the rising cost of living."This year, Canadian families were given a 2.7 per cent boost in child tax benefit payments, bringing the annual base benefit for children under six from $7,787 to $7,997 ($666 monthly) and from $6,570 to $6,748 ($562 monthly) for children aged six to 17 until June 2026.The Child Disabilit...

Politics

16 h. ago Kazakhstan Turns to Swiss Court for Oil Arbitration Leverage

Kazakhstan filed a lawsuit in Switzerland in a bid to strengthen its multibillion-dollar arbitration battle with international oil companies operating in the country.

Other

29 h. ago Calgary father dies trying to save daughter from rogue wave; unidentified child's body now washed ashore

A 39-year-old Calgary father died in hospital after trying to rescue his young daughter from 15 to 20 feet high waves

Events

34 h. ago Call of the Wilde: Montréal Canadiens fall to the Boston Bruins

The Montreal Canadiens fell to the Boston Bruins 3-2 on Saturday night. It was a competitive game but the Habs couldn't shake the issues that have dogged them all week.

Events

48 h. ago B.C. NDP convention: David Eby survives leadership review against backdrop of grumbling

Certain segments of the base made their displeasure over labour disruption heard, but ultimately premier was given a new mandate as leader. Read more.

Politics

57 h. ago CRIME HUNTER: A child sex murder; Jane Doe no more; missing brothers

These stories range from a case that happened before I was born to one that chilled me to the bone when I was a teenager.

Events

57 h. ago 'Manipulated religion to exploit a child': Edmonton man sentenced to 8 years in prison for sexually abusing teen

The offender is identified by his initials, EGM, to protect the identity of the victim, who is related by marriage

Events

58 h. ago Leduc RCMP charge four in 'disturbing' child pornography investigation

"We thank the staff of ALERT ICE, as well as the Zebra Centre, who provided valuable assistance during this difficult and disturbing investigation,” said Leduc RCMP

Economics

61 h. ago LILLEY UNLEASHED: How did Liberal MP spend almost $175k right before election?

WATCH: Election or personnel expenses? Sun political columnist Brian Lilley on a story by Blacklock’s Reporter about how Liberal MP Arielle Kayabaga spent a lot of money in a short time. What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below or send us a Letter to the Editor for possible publication […]

Politics