2 h. ago Small business owners say Alberta teachers’ strike is hurting their bottom line

Small business owners who count on spending by students say the Alberta teachers strike is having a crushing impact on their operations.

Economics

3 h. ago Versatile, selfless Godfrey Onyeka earns Stampeders' nomination for CFL's Jake Gaudaur Veterans’ Award

The first-year Stampeder, defensive back and special-teams ace has made an impact in the Calgary community through his dedication to youth development and wellness.

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4 h. ago Brazilian Fintech PicPay Is Said to Seek $500 Million in US IPO

PicPay, the Brazilian mobile banking app owned by the billionaire Batista family’s investment holding company, is looking to raise as much as about $500 million in its US initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter.

Economics

5 h. ago Codelco to Feel Accident Impact Into 2026 in Blow to Recovery

Codelco’s top mine will run well below capacity for the next several months, signaling that the impact of a deadly accident will drag on well into next year, said people with knowledge of the matter.

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5 h. ago Shared stages: The value of attending the Stratford Festival with children

Each powerful production provides an opportunity to connect about life's bigger lessons

Culture

5 h. ago Here's how educational assistants and support staff might be impacted by the provincewide teachers' strike

While thousands of Alberta teachers enter Day 4 of a provincewide strike, many support staff and educational assistants continue to work as normal, according to the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). The union said so far only two school boards have given layoff notice to its members, but warned more could come if the […]

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6 h. ago Ontario just got an enormous new U.S. border crossing that nobody can use yet

The largest U.S. border crossing in Canada is gearing up to open in Ontario, though, despite construction now passing the finish line, nobody has any clue when they will be able to finally use it.The Gordie Howe International Bridge now stands proud over the Detroit River, soon to provide a direct link between Ontario's Highway 401 and Michigan's I-75 and close a longstanding missing link in the busy international shipping corridor.New photos and video captured in October show that the bridge and points of entry on either side of the border are all but complete. Work on the 2.5-kilometre-long bridge commenced seven years ago with an anticipated Nov. 2024 completion and Dec. 2024 opening. This target was later adjusted to a vague Fall 2025 completion and a complete blackout on any potential opening dates.An opening date for the new $6.4 billion crossing has not been announced as of mid-October.Though construction appears all but complete, a damning report released earlie...

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6 h. ago Travel app launches campaign to lure pop star Chappell Roan to Saskatchewan

The makers of the Skyscanner travel app are taking singer Chappell Roan up on her vow to move to Saskatchewan in her hit "The Subway" with billboards at upcoming shows.

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7 h. ago U.S. border wall expansion includes $4.5B in new contracts, says DHS

Expansion plans for the "Smart Wall" system along the southwest United States border will include 10 new construction contracts worth $4.5 billion, according to the DHS.

Economics

8 h. ago Sora fits the bill for busy family wanting more space close to nature

A new community in Calgary’s southeast is designed with nature-filled moments in mind. Aptly named Sora, the 35-acre standalone community is located within the community of Hotchkiss in Calgary’s deep southeast. Its lands extend close to the banks of the Bow River with a pond feature as a central amenity. Natural wetlands, park areas, walking […]

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9 h. ago Elisabeth Hasselbeck accuses Rosie O’Donnell of lying about ‘View’ feud: ‘STOP THE MADNESS’

Elisabeth Hasselbeck has slammed her former The View co-host Rosie O’Donnell after Rosie claimed their epic 2007 feud was faked. O’Donnell appeared on a recent episode of the Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel podcast where she claimed their on-air, split-screen spat “was prepared” by then-producer, the late Bill Geddie, which Hasselbeck took issue with — then […]

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10 h. ago Three probes by York Police lead to 6 men charged, firearms and drugs seized

York Regional Police have laid numerous charges against six men and firearms and drugs have been seized in connection with three investigations. Cops say on Aug. 1, a probe began after Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) intercepted a parcel from China at the International Mail Processing Centre in Mississauga. The parcel contained stun guns destined […]

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10 h. ago Ontario city now home to tallest building in Canada outside of Toronto

An immense new tower anchors the Mississauga skyline, and it's now the tallest building in all of Canada outside of Toronto.The M3 tower is the sky-scraping third phase in Rogers Real Estate Development and Urban Capital Property Group's sprawling M City development, a 15-acre, 4.3 million sq. ft. master-planned community set to contain eight towers and approximately 6,000 homes and 10,000 residents once fully built out.Standing at roughly 260 metres, the community's towering 77-storey (marketed as 81 floors) landmark is now at its final height, where it ranks as the 5th tallest building in Canada (excluding others under construction and topped out but not yet complete) and the only building in this group outside of Toronto.Mississauga has a new tallest building 🏗️— Standing 82 storeys (258 metres) tall, M3 at M City, is now Canada’s tallest building outside of Toronto. pic.twitter.com/g69ctmsVVp— Stephen Velasco (@_StephenVelasco) October 7, 2025The bu...

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10 h. ago BCGEU Strike: What it means for your Thanksgiving dinner, road test or wedding plans

Here's a look at some of the other services and products you won't be able to get while the BCGEU and provincial government are at a negotiating standoff over wages.

Transport

11 h. ago Everything you need to know about property value in Ontario before you buy

Buying your first property is an exciting milestone. Whether you are house hunting or settling into your new place, understanding how property value works in Ontario can help you make informed decisions about your investment.For most of us, our home is the biggest asset we’ll ever own, and its value can have a significant impact on our lives. MPAC (the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation) is an independent, not-for-profit organization responsible for assessing and classifying over 5.7 million properties across Ontario, ensuring the process is accurate and transparent.If this is your first time hearing about MPAC, no sweat. Here’s what you need to know about how property value is assessed in Ontario and where MPAC comes into the picture.What’s the difference between assessed value and market value?If you’ve ever browsed listings or talked to a real estate agent, you’ve probably heard both “market value” and “assessed value” ...

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11 h. ago REVIEW: ‘John Candy: I Like Me’ is Colin Hanks’s love letter to the comedian

“That’s the problem when you talk about John: People don’t really have a lot of negative things to say about him,” Bill Murray says in the opening scene of “John Candy: I Like Me,” the new documentary about the late actor and comedian. “And I hope what you’re producing here turns up some people who’ve […]

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12 h. ago Here Are The Winners and Losers of Malaysia’s 2026 Spending Plan

Malaysia’s consumption and tourism-related companies are set to get a boost as the government increases cash handouts to cushion the impact of higher cost of living on citizens.

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12 h. ago Satellos Announces New Data Further Demonstrating Safety, Tolerability, and Functional Impact of SAT

Adults with Duchenne muscular dystrophy demonstrated functional improvements exceeding natural history, following 28-day treatment with SAT-3247 Grip strength increased 118.6% and predicted forced vital capacity increased 5.8%; whereas, both decline in natural history SAT-3247 demonstrated safety, tolerability, and expected pharmacokinetics (PK) across all parts of Phase 1 a/b study New data presented in late-breaking poster […]

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12 h. ago Is a 'B.C. billionaire' rich enough to buy up much of the Hudson’s Bay?

Douglas Todd: Weihong Liu's B.C. holdings are not as extensive as they first appear, according to court and land title documents.

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13 h. ago How safe is your food court? Busy malls can be trouble spots for safety risks, expert says

“If the restaurant next to you isn't doing a good job at controlling the pest, that could impact yours”

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