86 m. ago Letters September 14, 2025: ‘It’s time for the unions to be part of positive change’

Unions, become part of the solution Throughout their negotiations the ATA have linked their demands, i.e. wage increases, with reducing class sizes. Once the ATA has a settlement the union will have to prove that their increases will reduce class sizes. But the ATA can’t affect class sizes, you will say. However, they are the […]

Culture

8 h. ago There are 4 places in the GTA that cost more to live in than Toronto

When it comes to the cost of living in Canada, Toronto often takes the spotlight as one of the priciest places to call home. With its bustling downtown core, soaring condo prices, and ever-rising rent, it's no surprise many assume it tops the charts for affordability challenges, but this isn't quite the case. One would be forgiven for thinking that Toronto is the most expensive city in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), but other cities in the region regularly top the 416 in average cost of living. A recent MoneySense report reveals four cities that surpass Toronto among the most expensive places to live in the GTA, and a couple of them don't come as a huge surprise to anyone paying attention to regional home prices and the increase in living costs. Richmond HillAn aerial view of a residential street in Richmond Hill. Photo by liran finzi sokolovski/Shutterstock. According to the report, Richmond Hill leads the pack amo...

Economics

26 h. ago Conrad Black: Liberal intransigence threatens to pull Canada apart

Separatists are leading the polls in Quebec while Carney continues to sideline Alberta's oil and gas industry, increasing western alienation

Culture

32 h. ago 10 condos you can buy for less than $400k in downtown Toronto right now

Toronto's real estate market is in an unprecedented downward spiral which continues to scare away buyers worried about what snail-paced sales and a growing backlog of listings will mean for their future investment.But, for those brave enough to fulfill their dream of property ownership amid such an uncertain market (and economy in general), there are some serious deals to be had, with house, townhome and condo prices inching downward, in some cases to levels not seen in many years.For the first time in a long time, units in downtown T.O. are getting snagged for around the $350,000 mark — one, in fact, sold for only $295,000 this week — with dozens currently available in the $300k range, which would have been unheard of just a few years ago.Here are some of the most affordable units on the market right now:1014-251 Jarvis StreetKW Living Realty, Brokerage/condos.caThis clean, bright studio may be small and cookie-cutter, but wha...

Economics

35 h. ago Hapbee Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Appointments; Provides Update on Shares

New leadership roles designed to fast-track Hapbee’s product strategy and accelerate product deployments VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hapbee Technologies Inc. (“Hapbee” or the “Company”) (TSXV: HAPB | OTCQB: HAPBF | FWB: HA1) Hapbee Technologies, Inc. (“Hapbee” or the “Company”), the digital wellness company and creator of groundbreaking wearable technology designed […]

Politics

37 h. ago Une nouvelle initiative permet à des demandeurs d’asile de trouver des emplois en région

Après seulement trois jours à la Baie-James, presque tous les candidats sont parvenus à décrocher un emploi.

Other

38 h. ago Apple deepens its ties to a Kentucky plant that produces cover glass for iPhone and Apple Watch

HARRODSBURG, Ky. (AP) — Apple is putting its trust in a Kentucky plant singled out to become the exclusive producer of the cover glass meant to safeguard every iPhone and Apple Watch sold worldwide by the tech giant. Specialty glass maker Corning Inc. said Friday it plans to triple production capacity at its plant in […]

Technology

39 h. ago Man arrested in Ottawa charged with sexual assault in Renfrew

The initial search for the suspect had prompted a shelter-in-place order from police in the Renfrew area on Aug. 28.

Events

40 h. ago Nova Scotia estimates initial capital cost of Wind West at $60 billion

HALIFAX — A Nova Scotia government document on the proposed initial phase of the Wind West offshore project pegs the capital cost at $60 billion. The estimate is contained in the document released Thursday, following Prime Minister Mark Carney’s announcement that Ottawa is prepared to work with Nova Scotia to ramp up the ambitious plan. […]

Economics

40 h. ago Here are the most and least expensive places in the GTA to buy a home right now

There are some major deals to be had for those wading into the Toronto real estate market these days — at least, when contrasted against the prices of just a few years ago — with the vast majority of the few homes switching hands now going for far under asking price.The newest reports from August 2025 show homes in the region are going for tens of thousands of dollars less than they were last year, with average prices ranging from $642,195 for a condo to $1.3 million for a standalone house — the latter especially, still nothing to scoff at, but a notable 7.5 per cent cheaper than this time last year.But regardless of how much GTA homes have depreciated in value and which areas are being the most drastically underbid, one may wonder what neighbourhoods have the cheapest properties overall in terms of dollar amount right now.Once again, local property platform Wahi has surveyed the market and has released a ...

Other

40 h. ago Georgia judge won’t award attorneys fees to governments in lawsuit over Rivian vehicle plant

ATLANTA (AP) — A judge has rejected an attempt by the state of Georgia and a local development agency to force people who unsuccessfully sued to block an electric vehicle plant to pay the government’s legal fees. State government and the development authority demanded that six Morgan County property owners who challenged the zoning for […]

Politics

40 h. ago Lethbridge man charged after repeatedly stealing milk, ice cream, say police

A Lethbridge teenager who allegedly stole over $2,000 worth of milk and ice cream last month from a downtown drug store now faces theft charges, police said Friday. Numerous times between Aug. 8 and 30, a male stole “significant quantities” of the dairy products from a Shoppers Drug Mart along the 500 block of 1 […]

Events

42 h. ago Black Rock Coffee Bar Shares Jump 34% After $294.1 Million IPO

Black Rock Coffee Bar Inc. jumped as much as 34% after the drive-through-focused coffee chain raised $294.1 million in a US initial public offering that priced above the top of its marketed range.

Economics

43 h. ago Auto Fintech Lendbuzz Files For IPO, Disclosing Rising Revenue

Lendbuzz, a financial technology company that uses artificial intelligence to help with car financing, filed for an initial public offering, joining a rush of fintech firms that have gone public this year.

Other

44 h. ago Exxon CEO Says New Form of Graphite Boosts EV Battery Life, Extends Range

Exxon Mobil Corp. said it has invented a new form of graphite that can increase the life of electric-vehicle batteries by as much as 30%

Other

46 h. ago Russia cuts interest rate to 17% as strains show in wartime economy

Russia’s central bank cut its benchmark interest rate Friday by one percentage point to 17%, a step that could support the economy as growth slows and spending on the war against Ukraine increases the budget deficit. The bank had raised its key rate as high as 21% to combat inflation, but has begun to retreat […]

Culture

47 h. ago The late Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani instructs heirs to sell stakes in his empire

MILAN (AP) — After a lifetime of spurning would-be business suitors, the late Italian designer Giorgio Armani instructed his heirs to sell an initial 15% minority stake in his vast fashion empire, with priority to the French conglomerate LVMH, the eyewear giant Essilor-Luxottica or the cosmetics company L’Oreal. Armani gave control of 40% of his […]

Economics

47 h. ago Buyers showing optimism, could a real estate turnaround be far behind?

A combination of lower interest rates, increased inventory and improved affordability will entice buyers to get back into action Following a period characterized by consumer uncertainty and a pull-back of buyers in early 2025, the Canadian housing market may be turning a new leaf this fall, according to a new REMAX Fall Housing Market Update. […]

Other

47 h. ago 'Gap' in policy: UBCM says province needs to clarify buyouts of devalued, unsafe homes due to disasters

A 2021 report prepared for the Fraser Valley Regional District stated heavy rains had increased the likelihood of a major slide by 20 times for one Chilliwack River Valley homeowner's property and his neighbour's.

Events

47 h. ago TON Strategy Company Announces Initial Share Repurchases Under $250 Million Program, Buying Below Treasury Asset Value Per Share, and Start of Staking

Repurchased over 250,000 shares of common stock under previously announced share repurchase program, at prices below Treasury Asset Value (TAV) per share, which stood at $12.18 as of September 11, 2025 Has begun staking of $TON holdings, as planned, creating a recurring source of on-chain revenues in addition to long-term treasury appreciation LAS VEGAS — […]

Economics