6 h. ago Major global tourist destinations about to get more expensive for Canadians

Visiting the Louvre is about to get more expensive for Canadian tourists.According to French news outlet Le Monde, non-European tourists will be required to pay €30 (approximately C$48) to visit major French museums starting January 1, 2026. That's about a C$13 increase from the current entrance fee of €22 (C$35).Sources from France's Ministry of Culture told the newspaper that the hike would be implemented at the Louvre and Château de Versailles.The government is also planning to test the tourist tax at either the Arc de Triomphe or the Conciergerie, and at the Château de Chambord, in Loire Valley (central France), as well as at Paris' Opéra Garnier.That means Canadians will need to factor in an additional fee if they want to see the Mona Lisa up close at the Louvre or get a glimpse into the lavish life of Marie Antoinette.The price increase is expected to be adopted by other cultural sites in 2027.According to Le Monde, the government's...

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22 h. ago Axworthy accuses Carney of taking ’bootlicking’ approach to Trump

OTTAWA — Former Liberal foreign affairs minister Lloyd Axworthy is accusing Prime Minister Mark Carney of taking a “bootlicking” approach to U.S. President Donald Trump at the expense of Canadian values. “You have to be principled, you have to be tactical, you have to be pragmatic. But you also have to be tough and know […]

Transport

42 h. ago Access Advance Welcomes Global Technology Leaders as Licensees and Licensors to New Video Distribution Patent Pool

BOSTON — Access Advance LLC (“Advance”) today announced the inaugural roster of licensees and licensors for its Video Distribution Patent (“VDP”) Pool, marking a significant milestone in the program’s rapid market adoption since its January announcement. The participation of major global companies heavily involved in video codec technology demonstrates strong industry support for the comprehensive […]

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3 d. ago CN Tower’s hospitality workers locked out but observation deck, walk, shop remain open

Just in time for Canada Day, the management of one of the country’s top tourist destinations – the CN Tower – had locked out more than 250 workers represented by Unifor, effective Monday, reports the union. “Canada Lands Company (the crown corporation that runs CN Tower) choosing to lock out workers at the very start […]

Society

3 d. ago You can get $15 lunches from some of Toronto's hottest restaurants all summer

One of Toronto's most popular tourist destinations is launching a new weekly deal that will allow visitors to eat lunch for $15 or less.It's no secret that, across Canada, most of us are trying our best to pinch some pennies amid soaring food prices and general global uncertainty. It’s the responsible — if not necessary—thing to do, but let's face it, when you’re trying to save some coin, it’s often great food that gets the axe first.The people behind Stackt Market, North America's largest shipping container shopping centre and one of the city's hottest summertime destinations, are all too aware of the financial strain many Toronto residents and visitors are facing today, so they’re launching a new initiative that allows you to grab lunch from some of the city’s tastiest eateries for $15 or less.Taking place every Wednesday from July 2 through Sept. 17, Lunch & Local is a new event series that, on top of offering majo...

Economics

2 w. ago Chinese steel 'contributed to delays' in construction of Pattullo Bridge replacement, says advocate

Welding problems in steel from oversees can create headaches and increase expenses, says Canadian Institute of Steel Construction CEO

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2 w. ago 27% of Canadian parents revising estate plans due to high healthcare costs: Poll

A new poll by Money Wise Institute says about one quarter of Canadian parents are adjusting estate plans due to soaring healthcare costs. According to the institute’s latest survey, 27% of Canadian parents have revised their estate plans due to mounting healthcare expenses while 35% have told their heirs to expect a smaller inheritance than originally […]

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2 w. ago Bahamasair Signs Landmark MOU and Interline Agreement with Emirates

Milestone agreement enhances visitor access and supports Bahamasair’s modernization. Nassau, The Bahamas, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Ministry of Tourism, Investments, and Aviation announces a major advancement in global airlift following the signing of a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Interline Agreement between Bahamasair and Emirates Airline. The signing took place in […]

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2 w. ago Spanish locals shoot water at visitors in protests against mass tourism

Demonstrators marched in Barcelona and other tourist destinations in Spain to demand action as residents face a housing crunch and say their towns' local character is disappearing.

Events

2 w. ago 2 killed and 32 injured after bridge collapses at tourist destination in western India

NEW DELHI — At least two people died and 32 others were injured after an iron bridge over a river collapsed on Sunday at a popular tourist destination in India’s western Maharashtra state, the state’s top elected official said. At least six people were hospitalized in critical condition, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis wrote on the […]

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2 w. ago Israel’s Strikes on Iran Raise Shipping Fears Over Chokepoints

Shipping lines, brokers and analysts are warning of risks to key maritime thoroughfares in the Middle East after Israel’s strikes on Iran, a major escalation in a region vital to global oil supply and trade.

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4 w. ago VERSES® Announces Major Global Investment Firm Upgrades to Genius™ Enterprise Based on Early Project Success

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VERSES AI Inc. (CBOE:VERS) (OTCQB:VRSSF) (“VERSES” or the “Company”), a cognitive computing company specializing in next-generation agentic software systems, announces that a major global investment firm has converted to an enterprise contract with the Company on the basis of the results achieved during its participation in […]

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4 w. ago Media Advisory: Global Energy Show Canada 2025 to Convene World Energy Leaders for Critical Industry Dialogue

CALGARY, Alberta, June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WHAT: We are pleased to share the following major events taking place during the Global Energy Show (GESC), organized by dmg events, in Calgary from June 10-12, 2025.       Media interviews and photo opportunities will be available with spokespeople for the duration of the event.       […]

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