42 m. ago Saskatchewan changes trespassing laws to allow quicker police response

Under the new rules, activities such as public intoxication and drug use will now automatically be considered trespassing in public spaces or businesses.

Events

88 m. ago Dow delays construction of Path2Zero project in Fort Saskatchewan

Amid global economic uncertainty and an ever-changing geopolitical landscape, Dow's Q1 earnings report signals a slowdown in spending.

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89 m. ago Manitoba regulator approves natural gas rate hike, cites market conditions

Manitoba's energy regulator has approved higher natural gas prices.

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92 m. ago Gran Tierra Energy Inc. Provides Release Date for its 2025 First Quarter Results and Details of Annual Meeting of Stockholders

CALGARY, Alberta, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (“Gran Tierra” or the “Company”) (NYSE American:GTE) (TSX:GTE) (LSE:GTE) announces that the Company will release its 2025 first quarter financial and operating results on Thursday, May 1, 2025, post-market. Gran Tierra will host its first quarter 2025 results conference call on Friday, May […]

Economics

95 m. ago Valero Signals Another California Refinery’s Future In Doubt

Valero Energy Corp. took a $1.1 billion writedown on its California oil refineries, casting doubt on the company’s future as a fuelmaker in the most-populous US state.

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3 h. ago National Bank’s CEO Rails Against Red Tape for Energy Projects

National Bank of Canada’s chief executive officer called for a “complete overhaul” of the country’s economic and industrial policies just days before Canadians are set to vote in the federal election.

Society

3 h. ago Even more people will be able to take advantage of Canada's dental care plan next month

More people will be able to apply to the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) next month.Introduced in 2023, the measure aims to help lower dental costs for those earning less than $90,000 annually.According to the government, the dental care plan will help up to nine million uninsured Canadians get the necessary care.Applications are currently open for the coverage period ending June 30 for eligible seniors aged 65 and over, children under 18 and adults with a valid federal Disability Tax Credit certificate for 2023.In May, the CDCP will expand to allow qualified Canadians ages 18 to 64 to apply for coverage.Canadians already covered by the CDCP will need to renew for the 2025-2026 period before June 1 to avoid a potential gap in coverage. To do so, they'll need to have filed their 2024 tax return and received the notice of assessment from the Canada Revenue Agency.Do you qualify for the Canadian Dental Care Plan?You must meet all four of the following requirements t...

Transport

4 h. ago As Elliott Moves In, BP Investment Case Splits ESG Fund Market

As Elliott Investment Management pressures BP Plc to abandon its renewable-energy ambitions, ESG fund managers can’t agree on how to treat the UK oil giant.

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4 h. ago Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Announces Winner of Carl Liggio Memorial Paper Competition

Winning Research Explores How Boards Can Build the Expertise Needed to Navigate 21st-Century Challenges Washington DC, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) today announced the winner of the Carl Liggio Memorial Paper Competition. The selected paper offers a timely and insightful analysis of how corporate and governing boards can […]

Transport

4 h. ago Etobicoke man accused of sexually assaulting girl, 13, faces more charges with different victim

Halton Regional Police has laid eight additional criminal offences against an Etobicoke man previously charged with the alleged sexual assault of a 13-year-girl in December. Police say, as a result of the original charges, they received information from an additional victim and began a separate investigation this month. Cops said Masoud Abdulla, 36, was arrested […]

Events

6 h. ago Canadians’ interest in buying an EV falls for third year in a row

Electric vehicle prices fell 7.8 per cent in the last quarter of 2024 year-over-year, according to the AutoTader price index

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6 h. ago Toronto's foremost cherry blossom expert is getting honoured by Japan

Toronto's most iconic cherry blossom expert is getting his well-deserved flowers as he receives a special honour from Matsunaga Takeshi, Consul-General of Japan.It's almost impossible to discuss Toronto's breathtaking High Park cherry blossoms without the city's resident sakura expert, who fittingly goes by the name Sakura Steve online, entering the discourse.Steven Joniak, the man behind Sakura in High Park, has been Toronto's (and blogTO's) source for cherry blossom updates ever since he launched his website in 2012, supplementing his journey with extensive research on the trees.To date, Steve is the foremost authority for Toronto residents keen to catch the peak bloom every year, providing weekly updates and, at times, braving less-than-ideal conditions from March to May as the trees progress.While Steve has certainly earned his fair share of recognition over the years, he's now about to receive an official honour for all of his contributions...

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7 h. ago Trump says baby bonuses are a ‘good idea.’ Can cash boost birth rates?

The Trump administration is reportedly exploring ways to reverse America’s declining birthrate by offering incentives for larger families, potentially including a baby bonus.

Politics

7 h. ago Brunswick Continues to Intersect Lithium Mineralization on Globex’s Lac Escale Royalty Property

ROUYN-NORANDA, Quebec, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GLOBEX MINING ENTERPRISES INC. (GMX – Toronto Stock Exchange, G1MN – Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Berlin, Munich, Tradegate, Lang & Schwarz, LS Exchange, TTMzero, Düsseldorf and Quotrix Düsseldorf Stock Exchanges and GLBXF – OTCQX International in the US) is pleased to report that Brunswick Exploration Inc. (BRW-TSXV, BRWXF-OTCQB) in […]

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7 h. ago You can get free stuff at Toronto IKEA locations by trading in old furniture

If you're hanging onto some old furniture, mirrors, or lamps, you'll be pleased to hear that you can trade in select items for an IKEA gift card this week in the Greater Toronto Area. That's right, when you bring in an eligible, gently-used piece of furniture to a participating IKEA location, you'll receive either a $25 gift card for small furniture items or a $50 gift card for large furniture items. "We believe that all furniture deserves a second chance, even furniture that isn't ours," IKEA Canada's website reads. The initiative, which takes place between April 25 to 26 as part of Earth month, is in partnership with Furniture Bank, a registered charity and social enterprise that redistributes gently-used furniture and housewares to families and individuals experiencing furniture poverty.     View this post on Instagram           A post shared by IKEA Ca...

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8 h. ago Spanish Mountain Gold Reports Near Surface High Grade Gold Intercepts in the K – Zone

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Spanish Mountain Gold Ltd. (the “Company” or “Spanish Mountain Gold“) (TSX-V: SPA) (FSE: S3Y) (OTCQB: SPAUF) is pleased to report high grade gold intercepts and the highest grade encountered to date in exploration history at the Spanish Mountain Gold project, which is located in the Cariboo Gold Corridor, British Columbia, Canada. […]

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9 h. ago Dow delays construction at major Canadian project amid volatility

The chemical company said Thursday it’s still committed to the Path2Zero project in Fort Saskatchewan

Politics

9 h. ago Dow Delays Construction at Major Canada Project Amid Volatility

(Bloomberg) — Dow Inc. said it’s delaying construction at a major chemicals project in Canada until market conditions improve, cutting the US company’s capital spending plan for the year by $1 billion. Dow’s decision follows President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs that have fueled business uncertainty and roiled financial markets in recent weeks. The company said […]

Politics

9 h. ago Dow delays construction at major Alberta project amid volatility

Dow Inc. said it’s delaying construction at a major chemicals project in Canada until market conditions improve, cutting the US company’s capital spending plan for the year by $1 billion. Dow’s decision follows President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs that have fueled business uncertainty and roiled financial markets in recent weeks. The company said Thursday it’s […]

Politics

9 h. ago Spain Wants EU to Keep Methane Goals in Search for LNG Supplies

Spain wants the European Union to uphold its ambition to cut methane emissions in the energy sector as it seeks to import more liquefied natural gas from different producers, the country’s top energy official said.

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