2 h. ago Is this gamble really the right play right now for the goalie

Hey, if your General Manager is not working hard every day to try and make your team better, he should not be your G.M. But sometimes a bird in the hand in worth two in the bush. Such is the conundrum right now with Edmonton’s goaltending. This is an Oilers club that has been to […]

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8 h. ago Major makeover of B.C. NDP cabinet says more about picks in the first go

Vaughn Palmer: It's hard to see these changes revitalizing a government that was slow out of the gate and has stumbled ever since

Politics

8 h. ago Seizure of 70 kilos of cocaine in Osoyoos largest ever at the B.C. border crossing

Canada Border Services Agency officers searched a pickup truck on June 11 and found the bricks in the truck bed

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9 h. ago B.C. Premier David Eby leans on Ravi Kahlon again as he reshuffles cabinet

VICTORIA — British Columbia Premier David Eby has leaned on Ravi Kahlon from the moment he officially sought the government’s top job, with Kahlon co-chairing his leadership campaign. When Eby created the province’s stand-alone housing ministry in 2022, he asked Kahlon to head it, and when U.S. President Donald Trump launched his trade war on […]

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10 h. ago What to expect at KDays 2025: A look inside Edmonton’s biggest summer celebration

KDays 2025 returns with new attractions, major partnerships, and expanded community programming.

Culture

11 h. ago Maple Leafs acquire forward Dakota Joshua from Canucks for 2028 fourth

This time, Dakota Joshua is sure to stick with the Maple Leafs. On Thursday, Toronto traded to reacquire its 2014 draft pick, sending the Vancouver Canucks a fourth-rounder in 2028. Joshua missed time early last season in Vancouver when diagnosed with testicular cancer, undergoing surgery to remove a tumour. “Dakota went through a lot last […]

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11 h. ago Canucks: Dakota Joshua traded to Toronto Maple Leafs for draft pick

In return, the Canucks receive a fourth round draft pick in the 2028 draft.

Economics

11 h. ago Canucks: Dakota Joshua’s very tough year ends with trade to Maple Leafs

The hulking winger was diagnosed with testicular cancer last summer, missed crucial training and camp, and the first 14 games. He didn't suit up until Nov.14.

Economics

12 h. ago Danielle Smith says pulling Alberta out of supply management is worth considering

Canada's contentious supply management system could face a major challenge from within after Alberta Premier opens the door

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13 h. ago Carney says he’s ready to listen to First Nations on major projects legislation

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney said he was at a summit with First Nations leaders on Thursday to listen to their concerns about the government’s major projects legislation but almost all of the meeting is being held behind closed doors. The Assembly of First Nations advocated for the entire meeting to be made public, […]

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14 h. ago Health care advocates afraid of major cuts and privatization hold shadow summit and rally at Council of the Federation next week

HUNTSVILLE, Ontario, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Outside the Council of the Federation and the gathering of First Ministers, public health care advocates from across Canada will be joining a shadow summit, rally, and car cavalcade. Attendees include Health Coalitions, patients, patient advocates, nurses, doctors, care workers, mental health advocacy organizations, environmental groups, Indigenous […]

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14 h. ago Canada Strong Pass lets you save money on major museums and more

It's no longer just national parks and historic sites — the Canada Strong Pass now lets you access even more museums and galleries.If you love spending the day at museums or galleries learning about history or art, you can make the most of the Canada Strong Pass this summer. On July 17, the Department of Canadian Heritage announced that the pass now provides visitors with access to more provincial and territorial museums and galleries, allowing them to experience Canada's rich arts and history.Participating galleries and museums offer free admission to children aged 17 and under. Youth aged 18 to 24 receive 50 per cent off admission fees.It's time to start planning all the galleries and museums you plan to visit this summer, because there's plenty to choose from. A total of 10 national museums and 86 provincial and territorial museums and galleries across the country will be participating. Youth and families with young children can explore more culture and exhibits withou...

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15 h. ago B.C. Premier David Eby shuffles cabinet almost 9 months after election

The cabinet features 19 women, MLAs from Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, the North and the Interior, and eight people of colour, one Jewish member and one Indigenous member.

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15 h. ago Here's why Canada is denying a ton of claims under new federal dental care plan

If you've had trouble accessing complex treatment under Canada's federal dental care plan, you're not alone.Health Canada told us that more than half of preauthorization requests for complex dental work under the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) are being denied.The CDCP was launched in 2023 and aims to make dental care more accessible for those without dental insurance.To qualify, you must be a Canadian resident who doesn't have access to dental insurance. You and your spouse or common-law partner must have filed your tax returns in Canada, and your family's net income must be less than $90,000.Between May 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025, 5.2 million Canadians were approved for coverage, and more than 2.2 million people received care under the CDCP, according to Health Canada. Although most treatments don't require preauthorization, more complex procedures — about one per cent — still do.Examples of complex dental work include crowns, major surgical procedures...

Transport

15 h. ago Carney pitches major project powers to skeptical First Nations as advancing ‘Indigenous economic growth’

Chiefs who attended the gathering came armed with concerns and questions about the government's new law, which ushers in a new process for approving major infrastructure projects from ports to pipelines

Politics

16 h. ago David Eby carries out cabinet shuffle, dropping two veteran MLAs and bringing in two new faces

Eby shuffled his cabinet with two veteran MLAs moved out and two rookies brought into the fold

Transport

17 h. ago Single resident complaint could mean new Toronto bar won't get to open

A chic, sleek new bar is gearing up to open its doors in Toronto, but a complaint from one neighbour is standing in its way.Though it has yet to open its doors, Bosque, a new neighbourhood watering hole due to move in on Broadview Avenue, has already generated a fair amount of hype, largely thanks to the killer team attached to it.The new bar is the brainchild of Jared and Addis, former team members at The Wren and Lake Inez — two east-end institutions that have gained major reputations for their next-level menus and cocktail offerings.Following in the tradition of the restaurants where they cut their teeth, Jared and Addis' vision for Bosque is for the bar to be a low-key neighbourhood haunt; a space for the community to meet and gather free from the stuffy, sceney vibes that so often plague stylish new spots in the city.Though many of the finer details about what Bosque will serve are being closely held until they open, even the general con...

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18 h. ago Building on Strong Customer Demand, Mangrove Lithium to Significantly Expand North America’s Refining Capacity with Massive New Facility

Company unveils plans for second plant—20x larger than its Delta, BC facility—as geopolitical shifts drive demand to secure Western lithium supply VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Mangrove Lithium today announced a major expansion initiative to address North America’s growing need for secure, reliable lithium refining. The new facility will be capable of producing 20,000 tonnes per […]

Economics

18 h. ago These Ontario employers were just ranked among best in Canada

As desperate as many in Ontario may be for a job of any kind in this economy, landing a gig at a brand known for treating their staff well — whether it's by offering great pay and benefits, realistic flexibility and work/life balance, or having forward-thinking policies — is ideal.One key aspect of ensuring employees are satisfied and fulfilled at work is fostering a good office culture, which can mean having a company vision and values that people can believe in, well-rounded HR initiatives, and a way of operating day-to-day that makes workers feel respected and valued, along with giving them the tools to succeed.And, if you're looking for the companies with the best workplace culture in Ontario and Canada as a whole, Forbes has just released a list.As the outlet notes, this one major factor is not only something that job-seekers look for in a potential employer, but also benefits those at the top and the entire company, too, as e...

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20 h. ago Zelenskyy names new prime minister in cabinet shuffle to refresh war effort

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is shuffling his cabinet in a bid to energize a war-weary nation and boost domestic weapons production in the face of Russia’s grinding invasion.

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