3 d. ago Weather warnings in effect as snow, rain and wind in forecast for Atlantic Canada

A messy mix of heavy snow, rain and wind was forecast to hit much of Atlantic Canada, prompting special weather statements for much of the region. 

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7 d. ago Canada updates travel advisory for major tourist destination in Southeast Asia

If you're travelling from Canada to Indonesia, a travel advisory update is warning tourists of a serious safety risk.In the newest travel advisory update issued by the Government of Canada, Canadians are advised to be extra cautious when travelling to certain parts of Indonesia. On Nov. 27, the government warned of flooding and landslides in North Sumatra."Heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding and landslides across North Sumatra, especially in Lake Toba and mountainous districts," reads the statement."Rainstorms have resulted in flash floods, significant damage to homes and infrastructure, as well as casualties."Getting in and out of the region could also be hugely affected as roadways may be blocked by landslides and floodwater. Transportation services have also been suspended by local authorities due to unsafe conditions and debris from landslides.Canadians who find themselves in the affected area are urged to move to higher ground and away fr...

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9 d. ago London should brace for high winds, Environment Canada warns

Well, blow me down. To be more precise, blow us down. Environment Canada issued a special weather statement on Wednesday morning about strong winds that were expected to be blowing through the London region until Friday morning. Expect wind gusts of between 70 to 80 kilometres/hour starting Wednesday for London, Parkhill and eastern Middlesex County. […]

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9 d. ago Terry Newman: Terrorism expert has a stark warning for Canada

Anti-Israel demonstrations and mass street prayers are about 'conquering the streets,' says Beni Sabti. 'This is something very, very dangerous'

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1 week ago Canada issues warning for major travel destination amid 'once in 300

Make sure to check out Canada's latest travel advisory if you're planning to travel from Canada to Thailand.The Government of Canada has updated its travel advisory for Thailand, urging travellers to exercise caution when travelling to the country. According to a Nov. 24 update, parts of Thailand experienced heavy rainfall, resulting in severe flooding across southern provinces. Affected areas include Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat."Recent monsoon rains have resulted in transportation disruptions and damage to infrastructure," reads the update. "Rising water levels have cut access to major roads, including those to the Hat Yai airport."CNN reports that a "once in 300-year" storm slammed southern Thailand, resulting in flood waters rising over eight feet. The storm has been deadly, and at least 19 people have died due to electrocution or flood-related accidents. Heavy rain has also affected nearby Malaysia and Vietnam...

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1 week ago Environmental review approved for wind project tied to Membertou First Nation in N.S.

A wind project in Guysborough County, N.S., involving the Membertou First Nation has passed the environmental review stage.

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1 week ago Canada issues urgent warning to travellers headed to Australia

Canada has issued a new travel advisory, cautioning visitors about potential safety risks when travelling in Australia.According to a Nov. 23 travel advisory update, the Government of Canada is urging Canadians to stay informed and review the latest travel advice for Australia." After making landfall on the Cobourg Peninsula and Melville Island, Tropical Cyclone Fina is expected to make landfall again on the Kimberley coast, near King George River, on Nov. 24, 2025," reads the statement.Travellers are being warned that the storm could cause flash flooding and landslides. If that happens, it could disrupt essential services such as transportation, power distribution, water and food supply, and telecommunications networks. It could also make it difficult to access emergency services and medical care.According to weather radar information from the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, Cyclone Fina travelled from the Timor Sea and has been categorized as a category three...

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2 w. ago Health Canada issues 'injury hazard' warning about laser pointer sold on Amazon

A Canada-wide recall has been issued for thousands of laser pointers sold online over concerns that they could cause serious injury.On Wednesday, Nov. 19, Health Canada issued a recall for the Gniby Rechargeable Green Powerful Tactical Flashlight with Adjustable Focus, Green Laser Pointer due to an "injury hazard."After testing, Health Canada announced that it had determined that the product is classified as a Class 3B handheld portable laser, which could pose a danger to human health or safety."Use of Class 3B handheld portable lasers presents an increased risk to consumers of permanent eye injury. Injuries result from the laser beam being directed in the eyes, even from short unintentional exposure," reads the statement.The affected product is a lithium-ion battery-powered handheld laser with a black housing sold on Amazon.ca under ASIN #B0CJ8RSS56.As of Nov. 19, no injuries or incidents related to the product have been reported; however, Canadians ar...

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2 w. ago Hoekstra warns about meddling in U.S. politics, doesn’t understand why Canadians are mad about the ’51st state’

'You do not come into America and start running political ads and expect there will be no consequences,' U.S. ambassador Pete Hoekstra said

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2 w. ago New passenger refund rules could drive up airfares, warns think tank

The proposed definition of 'exceptional circumstances' is far from exhaustive, creating even more uncertainty for carriers, says a Montreal Economic Institute analyst

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2 w. ago U.S. envoy warns Canada to ‘seriously consider’ avoiding anti

Ambassador Pete Hoekstra took aim at the Ontario government-funded ad campaign that aired in the U.S., saying the timing of the ads amounted to political interference.

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2 w. ago Bank of Canada Warns on ‘Vicious Circle’ of Weak Productivity

The Bank of Canada said the country’s anemic productivity growth is a “systemic” problem, doubling down on its message to governments and businesses to urgently address the issue.

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2 w. ago Toronto convenience store caught selling sketchy counterfeit Viagra pills

Health Canada is warning the public after a Toronto convenience store was caught selling counterfeit Viagra.Granted, you probably should have been suspicious from the get-go about Viagra being sold in a convenience store.Health Canada announced on Tuesday that it had seized counterfeit Viagra pills from Rocky Convenience at 2466 St. Clair Ave. W. in Toronto.The product in question, sold as 100 mg sildenafil tablets, has been confirmed as counterfeit by Viagra manufacturer, Pfizer. The tablets are packaged without a lot number and an expiry date of March 2030, with the incorrect format printed on their foil blister packs.Health Canada warns anyone who purchased the tablets to "Immediately stop using and safely dispose of the product," and to "Consult a health care professional if you have taken this product and have health concerns."The government health agency cautions stores that "Selling counterfeit health products in Canada is illegal," and warns pot...

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2 w. ago Canada warns travellers to northern Japan to beware of bears

A record 13 deaths have been caused by bears this year between April and Nov. 5, and the country is ramping up efforts to reduce the bear population

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2 w. ago Canada issues serious update to warning for travellers heading to Italy

Canada just updated its travel advisory for parts of Italy ahead of a major sporting event.The Canadian government issued the new travel alert last Friday, warning tourists of safety and security risks in northern Italy during the upcoming Milan Cortina Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.The Olympic Winter Games are set to take place from Feb. 6 to 22, 2026, followed by the Paralympic Winter Games from March 6 to 15, 2026."Venues for the Games will be spread out across several destinations in northern Italy," reads the travel advisory. "Roads and public transportation services may be impacted by winter weather or increased demand."The alert advises Canadians to plan their trips carefully and leave plenty of time to travel between locations.It's also warning travellers to be aware of thieves and pickpockets in crowded areas."People may approach you on the street to sell tickets to events. You should only purchase event tickets through the ...

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2 w. ago Environment Canada issues snow squall warning for London region

Get those shovels ready, London, because Old Man Winter is showing his face again.   Environment Canada issued a snow squall warning for the London region on Sunday morning, alerting area residents to a weather system off Lake Huron that could bring between 20 and 40 centimetres of snow over a roughly 24-hour period.  The […]

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3 w. ago Canada’s spy chief warns of increasing violent radicalization of Canadian children

The extremism is motivated by different ideologies such anti-Semitism, xenophobia, misogyny and 'extreme interpretations' of religion

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3 w. ago Canadian travellers headed to U.S. just got new warning added to travel advisory

Canada is warning travellers of impacts to their flights amid the U.S. government shutdown.The government updated the U.S. travel advisory on Tuesday, Nov. 11, adding a note about flight cancellations.The Canada travel advisory states that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reduced U.S. domestic flights to manage reduced air traffic controller availability."You may experience flight delays and cancellations, as well as longer wait times at airports. Contact your airline to understand if your travel plans are affected," reads the notice.On Friday, Nov. 7, the FAA cut flights at 40 airports across the U.S., in response to the continued shutdown.An FAA source told CNN that "Core 30" high-traffic airports will be among the hardest hit. This includes New York City's three big hubs, and major airports in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Honolulu, Houston, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, Phoenix, Seattle and Washington, D.C.In ...

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3 w. ago Wind gusts in southern Alberta could top 115 km/h, Environment Canada warns

Residents of Banff were busy cleaning up Monday morning after a strong wind storm toppled trees and blocked roads overnight in the mountain town.

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3 w. ago London’s wintry blast will intensify Monday as snow squalls will hit west of the city, Environmental Canada reported.

London’s wintry blast was expected to intensify on Monday with snow squalls potentially hitting the area, Environmental Canada warned. After the city and region was hit with heavy snow over the weekend, Monday was forecast to be cloudy with a 40 per cent chance of flurries in the morning and the risk of squalls in […]

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