73 m. ago Disney Plus to increase prices by up to $3, bring Hulu branding to Canada

TORONTO — Disney Plus is rolling out another price increase in Canada. The streaming home to the Star Wars and Marvel franchises says the monthly cost of its commercial-free streaming packages is set to rise by up to $3 starting in November. A representative for the company says the price of its standard high-definition subscription […]

Economics

74 m. ago Alberta teachers' strike: Parent payment portal to open Oct. 14 | Thousands rally in Calgary

Continuing coverage of the Alberta teachers' strike

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89 m. ago Alberta teachers' strike live updates: Classrooms empty | ATA to give update | Payment portal opening Oct. 14

Some 51,000 members of the Alberta Teachers Association are poised to begin a strike Monday. This file will be updated throughout the day

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90 m. ago Jordan Peterson was ‘near death’ after ‘terrifying’ health issues

Psychologist Jordan Peterson spent about a month in intensive care and was “near death” after he was hospitalized for pneumonia and sepsis this summer. It’s been a tough few months for the Peterson family, which the psychologist’s daughter shared in an emotional video. “This summer has been exceedingly difficult,” Mikhaila Fuller said in the YouTube […]

Events

2 h. ago DPM Metals Responds to Revocation of the Loma Larga Environmental Licence

TORONTO, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DPM Metals Inc. (TSX: DPM, ASX: DPM) (“DPM” or “the Company”) confirmed that it received notification from the Ministry of Environment and Energy that it has revoked the environmental licence for the Loma Larga project in Ecuador. “DPM is committed to the highest standards of environmental stewardship and […]

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2 h. ago PharmaCielo Completes La Margarita Land Sale, Repays Banco Agrario Loan, Strengthens Balance Sheet, Completes Audit

/NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES/ All amounts expressed in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted TORONTO and RIONEGRO, Colombia, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PharmaCielo Ltd. (“PharmaCielo” or the “Company”) (TSXV: PCLO, OTC: PCLOF), the Canadian parent of Colombia’s premier cultivator and producer of dried […]

Economics

3 h. ago Bitget Brings the Fast Lane to Indonesia with MotoGP and the Smarter Speed Challenge 2.0

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), revved up the energy at the Indonesia Grand Prix in Mandalika from October 3 to 5, bringing together motorsport thrill and Web3 innovation under one roof. Following successful activations in Italy, Germany, and Spain, Bitget’s presence in Indonesia marked another […]

Culture

3 h. ago What's open and closed on Thanksgiving Monday 2025 in Toronto

What's open on Thanksgiving Monday 2025 in Toronto is a bit of a mixed bag and requires some planning if you'll be spending your day out enjoying the city. Although most businesses will close for the statutory holiday, there are several exceptions, including malls and attractions. Whether you need to stock up on last-minute fixings for your turkey dinner or simply want to spend the day out on the town with your family, let this be your guide to navigating closures on October 13. Here's everything that's open and closed on Thanksgiving Monday 2025 in Toronto.GeneralClosed Banks Government officesLibraries Post officesOpenThe TTC will operate on a holiday schedule (similar to its Sunday service schedule, but starting earlier at approximately 6 a.m.)GO Transit will operate on a Saturday scheduleSelect Shoppers Drug Mart and Rexall locations.Some grocery stores, like Summerhill Market, will be open on ...

Other

3 h. ago Truck Driver Fined $20,000 after Scarborough Gas Line Rupture and Failure to Report

Toronto, ON, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Ontario Court of Justice has fined Jegatheeswaran Velautham $20,000, plus a 25% victim surcharge, for damaging a natural gas line and failing to report the strike. Mr. Velautham pleaded guilty to violating the Gaseous Fuels Regulation under the Technical Standards and Safety Act, 2000. The incident […]

Transport

3 h. ago Man gets eight months in jail for threatening teens, other strangers

A Sarnia man has been jailed eight months for a series of incidents where he threatened strangers with violent and racist language.

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4 h. ago Toronto magic mushroom shop Shroomyz targeted again in suspicious fire

A magic mushroom shop in the city's downtown area has been targeted again after Toronto fire says crews were called there for reports of a fire early Monday.

Events

5 h. ago Communities in Bloom to Celebrate 31st Annual Symposium & Awards in Stratford, Ontario

National symposium brings together community leaders, volunteers, and industry partners to celebrate innovation and sustainability in community improvement. Milton, Ontario, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Communities in Bloom (CiB) will host its 31st Annual Symposium & Awards from October 16 to 18, 2025, in Stratford, Ontario. The national gathering brings together community leaders, volunteers, […]

Culture

5 h. ago Canadians face ‘heat or eat’ decisions as financial strain deepens

MNP Consumer Debt Index falls to 86 points, reflecting Canadians’ growing financial vulnerability Three in 10 (29%, +5 pts YoY) Canadians say they have reduced their utility consumption, while a quarter (24%, -4 pts YoY) report eating less to save money. Nearly half are within $200 of insolvency each month (48%, +6 pts QoQ), with […]

Transport

5 h. ago MAX Power Partners With PRmediaNow to Expand Global Reach and Accelerate Natural Hydrogen Leadership

SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX; OTC: MAXXF; FRANKFURT: 89N) (“MAX Power” or the “Company”) has entered into a one-year strategic communications agreement with PRmediaNow, Inc. to strengthen its global media presence as the Company advances its vision to become a world leader in Natural Hydrogen. Highlights […]

Politics

5 h. ago SEIU Local 2 janitors at the University of Winnipeg ratify first Union Contract

Nearly 40 Dexterra employees will get raises, employee paid health benefits and more WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Contracted janitors at the University of Winnipeg have won their first Union contract. After reaching a tentative agreement with Dexterra Group on Saturday, the members of SEIU Local 2 ratified the contract on Sunday. […]

Society

5 h. ago First Phosphate to Present at the Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference October 7th

Company invites individual and institutional investors, as well as advisors and analysts, to attend online at VirtualInvestorConferences.com SAGUENAY, Quebec, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Phosphate Corp (CSE: PHOS) (OTCQX: FRSPF) (FSE: KD0), based in Quebec, Canada and focused on igneous phosphate mining and purification for the local North American LFP battery industry, today […]

Culture

5 h. ago Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference Agenda Announced for October 7

Company Executives Share Vision and Answer Questions Live at VirtualInvestorConferences.com NEW YORK, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Virtual Investor Conferences, the leading proprietary investor conference series announced the agenda for the Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Forum to be held October 7-9th. Individual investors, institutional investors, advisors, and analysts are invited to attend. REGISTER […]

Culture

5 h. ago Precipitate Gold to Present at the Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference October 7th at 1:30pm Eastern Standard Time

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Precipitate Gold Corp. (the “Company” or “Precipitate”) (TSXV: PRG, OTCQB: PREIF) is pleased to announce that the Company’s CEO, Jeffrey Wilson will present live at the Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference hosted by www.VirtualInvestorConferences.com, on October 7th, 2025 at 1:30pm Eastern Standard Time (10:30am Pacific […]

Culture

5 h. ago Amaroq Ltd to Present at the Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference October 8th

Company invites individual and institutional investors, as well as advisors and analysts, to attend online at VirtualInvestorConferences.com TORONTO, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Amaroq Ltd. (AIM, TSX-V, NASDAQ Iceland: AMRQ, OTCQX: AMRQF), an independent mine development corporation focused on unlocking Greenland’s mineral potential, is pleased to announce that Eldur Olafsson, CEO and Director, will […]

Culture

6 h. ago Alberta teachers' strike: Parent payment portal to open Oct. 14 | Strike disruptive to small businesses | Thousands rally in Calgary

Continuing coverage of the Alberta teachers' strike

Economics