7 h. ago Ontario Provincial Park will soon be covered in gorgeous fall colours you need to see

We may be at the tail end of summer, but you can see the first signs of fall colours poking their way through the foliage everywhere in Ontario, and Killarney Provincial Park is no different.Nestled in the La Cloche Mountains on Georgian Bay, Killarney Provincial Park boasts 645 square kilometres of vast wilderness ready for you to explore. The fall colours completely swallow the surrounding forests by early October, a mix of rusty and fiery reds, bright oranges, and warm amber hues.There are so many things to do in and around the park that you can easily make Killarney Provincial Park a fall road trip destination, but if you're strictly interested in the fall foliage, then there are two points of interest you want to check out while you're there: Granite Ridge Trail and Cranberry Bog Trail.These two trails are popular stops for those looking for picturesque views and a surefire opportunity to catch the fall colours at their best. For a less crowded optio...

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20 h. ago B.C. government goes after home of club owner after raid uncovers illegal liquor sales, drugs: Court documents

Police with search warrant found ecstasy, cash in manager's office, and now B.C.'s civil forfeiture office has filed suit claiming money seized and his house in Delta as proceeds of crime.

Politics

38 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

38 h. ago New pub replaces Toronto bar that closed after 16 years in business

A Toronto bar with a cult following closed down last winter after 16 years, and it's finally been replaced.It's been eight months since cult-favourite Dundas West sports bar (and former home of Slammie Sammies), Opera Bob's, closed its doors after 16 years, much to the disappointment and dismay of its devoted regulars.The pub was a local staple for a casual drink, lively night out, and especially for Manchester City football match screenings, as the Manchester City Football Club Toronto has called the bar home for nearly as long as it's been around.Last year, during the Premier League championships, it even got a considerable shout-out from the New York Times.Alas, as Nelly Furtado once said, all good things come to an end, and, in the winter of 2024, the pub closed its doors for good, setting its devoted fanbase adrift, searching for somewhere new to take root.Now, at long last, the space has officially gotten a new lease on life, and Opera ...

Economics

39 h. ago Two Canadian airlines just won big awards for stellar customer ratings

Air Canada and WestJet have just won prestigious international awards based on high passenger ratings.The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) 2026 Awards were presented Thursday night. It's a global airline award that's entirely based on neutral, third-party passenger feedback and insights gathered through APEX's partnership with TripIt, a travel-organizing app from Concur.The 2026 awards include over one million flights that have been rated by passengers spanning over 600 airlines from around the world using a five-star scale.Air Canada received an APEX Five-Star Global Airline Award for the sixth consecutive year. It's among a list of world-class airlines, including United Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Air France.The carrier's onboard Wi-Fi sponsored by Bell was also ranked for the Best In-Flight Connectivity. In May, Air Canada introduced free Wi-Fi for Aeroplan members on several major routes."We remain committed...

Economics

40 h. ago Rescuers search for miners trapped in illegal Colombian shaft

SANTANDER DE QUILICHAO, Colombia — Rescuers worked Friday to reach seven miners trapped in an illegal gold shaft that collapsed in southwest Colombia, officials said. The seven had been underground since Thursday night after an apparent landslide in the conflict-ridden municipality of Santander de Quilichao in the Cauca department. An AFP photographer at the scene […]

Events

40 h. ago Ottawa Senators rookie Stephen Halliday ready to make impact at prospect tournament

Stephen Halliday may not start the season with the Ottawa Senators, but he’ll be only a phone call away. The road to putting himself on the radar screen begins on Saturday. The Senators have depth down the middle of the ice heading into training camp, which gets underway next Wednesday at the Canadian Tire Centre, […]

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44 h. ago Bessent will meet Chinese officials in Spain for trade and TikTok talks

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will travel to Madrid this weekend for negotiations with his Chinese counterparts over tariffs and national security issues related to the ownership of social media platform TikTok. Bessent is slated to meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Madrid to discuss national security and economic issues, a […]

Economics

47 h. ago McDonald: No place like home for Canadian tourists as U.S. suffers

Moira A. McDonald, Ann-Kathrin McLean Global attitudes towards the United States as a tourism destination are plunging. Travel pressures, exchange rate shifts and increasing economic uncertainty have all damaged the reputation of the American travel sector. Canadian travellers are increasingly turning to domestic destinations instead of heading south. In July, Canada recorded its seventh consecutive […]

Society

47 h. ago McDonald: No place like home for Canadian tourists as U.S. feels pinch

Moira A. McDonald, Ann-Kathrin McLean Global attitudes towards the United States as a tourism destination are plunging. Travel pressures, exchange rate shifts and increasing economic uncertainty have all damaged the reputation of the American travel sector. Canadian travellers are increasingly turning to domestic destinations instead of heading south. In July, Canada recorded its seventh consecutive […]

Society

49 h. ago Canada Looks to Rework IT, Supply Contracts in Search for Budget Savings

Prime Minister Mark Carney is asking Canada’s public service to get more for the government’s money when it buys goods and services.

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54 h. ago Spain Wants to Save Rural Areas — and It’s Finding Creative Ways to Do it

Driving through Castilla y León in the northwest of Spain can create the impression of being alone in the world. The landscape is a continuous scroll of wheat fields, dry grasslands and expanses of yellow sunflowers punctuated by the occasional village; often no more than several run-down stone houses surrounding a church. With public transportation out of reach in these areas, and the distances between towns too great to walk, the only option is to travel by car.

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55 h. ago B.C. woman faces travel health insurance nightmare after shocking U.S. $108K hospital bill

Travel expert Claire Newell says stability clauses are often written in standard medical insurance policies and reading the fine print of any policy is crucial.

Economics

60 h. ago Alberta families search for child care ahead of potential teachers’ strike

In the event a strike happens, groups around Calgary are preparing to ramp up operations to provide child care options for families in need.

Transport

61 h. ago Travel advisers spill the booking secrets that can 'make or break a holiday'

Keep your dream trip from turning into a travel disaster by following these steps

Society

61 h. ago Alberta men convicted in Coutts border blockade urge Appeal Court to toss verdicts

Chris Carbert and Anthony Olienick were found guilty by a jury last year and sentenced to 6 1/2 years for mischief and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

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63 h. ago In Calgary courts: Murder suspect phoned homicide detective to tell him he was willing to meet with police shortly before high

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from Sept. 8 to 12, 2025

Events

66 h. ago Manitoba RCMP search for suspect wanted in Portage la Prairie assault

Manitoba RCMP are looking for a suspect in an assault that took place earlier this month in Portage la Prairie.

Events

68 h. ago ‘Be ready in the morning’: Inside the sprawling online industry selling human smuggling services

The smuggling networks brazenly advertise fake Canadian visas at street prices of up to $40K and border passage for $4K

Economics

68 h. ago Inside the sprawling online industry selling fake Canadian visas and human smuggling services

The smuggling networks brazenly advertise fraudulent Canadian visas at street prices of up to $40K and border passage for $4K

Economics