3 h. ago B.C. city councillor/social worker running for NDP leadership

OTTAWA — Tanille Johnston, a social worker and city councillor for Campbell River, B.C., has launched her bid for the federal NDP leadership. A news release says Johnston is the first Indigenous woman to seek the party’s top job and that she’s ready to bring “fresh energy and real progressive change” to the party and […]

Politics

4 h. ago University of Alberta professor reinstated after put on leave over Charlie Kirk social media posts

University of Alberta law professor Florence Ashley said they posted on social media about how Charlie Kirk’s death should not sanitize what they called his 'hateful legacy.'

Society

4 h. ago Weakened Priscilla nears Mexico’s Baja Peninsula as Tropical Storm Jerry churns in Atlantic

MIAMI — Priscilla lost its hurricane status Wednesday as it churned up Mexico’s western Pacific coast while Tropical Storm Jerry strengthened in the Atlantic on its approach to the Leeward Islands, forecasters said. Priscilla approached major hurricane status Tuesday before weakening to a tropical storm a day later with maximum sustained winds of about 65 […]

Other

4 h. ago Lethbridge mayoral race heats up after accusations during Tuesday forum

The two perceived front-runners in Lethbridge's mayoral race were singled out by frustrated voters during a forum on Tuesday evening.

Other

7 h. ago B.C.’s new law would go after vaping product companies for deceptive practices

The Vaping Product Damages and Health Care Costs Recovery Act would allow the government to take legal action against companies that mislead consumers.

Economics

8 h. ago Davies says budget support up to Carney after sharing NDP’s priorities

OTTAWA — Interim NDP Leader Don Davies says his party wants to see the coming budget offer more investment in health care, affordable non-market housing and projects that create unionized jobs. Speaking with reporters before question period Wednesday, Davies said he relayed the party’s priorities for the Nov. 4 federal budget to Prime Minister Mark […]

Transport

9 h. ago TransAlta to Host Third Quarter 2025 Results Conference Call

CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TransAlta Corporation (TransAlta or the Company) (TSX: TA) (NYSE: TAC) will release its third quarter 2025 results before markets open on Thursday, November 6, 2025. A conference call and webcast to discuss the results will be held for investors, analysts, members of the media and other interested […]

Culture

9 h. ago Chiefs star deactivates social media after costly mistake in loss to Jaguars

Three-time All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones decided to deactivate his social media accounts this week after the effort by the Kansas City Chiefs’ star pass rusher was called into question in the final seconds of last week’s loss in Jacksonville. The Chiefs had just driven 86 yards to take the lead when Trevor Lawrence led […]

Economics

10 h. ago ‘Race against time’ for dog that’s already had 853 porcupine quills removed: NS SPCA

Fern, an American Staffordshire terrier mix, was found with more than 850 porcupine quills in her face. She is slowly recovering but still has some quills to remove.

Other

12 h. ago Primaris REIT Reschedules Financial Results Webcast and Conference Call

TORONTO — Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust (“Primaris” or the “Trust”) (TSX: PMZ.UN) will be releasing its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, after the market closes. Senior leadership will be hosting a conference call and webcast presentation on October 30, 2025. Conference Call and Webcast: Date: […]

Politics

12 h. ago US Treasuries Risk Losing Haven Status, Pension Official Says

US Treasury bonds are at risk of losing their haven status should US fiscal stress continue to build, according to Canada Pension Plan Investment Board.

Other

16 h. ago Bentley Systems Welcomes Cate Lochead as Chief Marketing Officer

Brings marketing leadership in AI innovation and enterprise software EXTON, Pa. — Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced the appointment of Cate Lochead as Chief Marketing Officer. She brings marketing leadership in AI innovation and more than 20 years of experience in enterprise software to Bentley. Most recently, Lochead […]

Events

16 h. ago BTCC Exchange Connects Crypto’s Elite at Exclusive Poolside Sync Party Following TOKEN2049 Singapore

A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link. VILNIUS, Lithuania, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BTCC, the world’s longest-serving crypto exchange, brought together crypto’s most influential voices for an exclusive Poolside Sync evening at the prestigious Poolside Rooftop Lounge of QT Singapore on October 3, 2025. The invitation-only event […]

Culture

19 h. ago Power Players: The 20 most influential people in Montreal hockey

Who are the main power brokers — management, players, media, people behind the scenes — shaping hockey in Montreal today?

Sport

20 h. ago RBC retains top spot, TD stumbles as AI race in banking intensifies

Royal Bank ranks third in the world for advancement in artificial intelligence

Other

20 h. ago Hanes: Gazette poll shows strong 'desire for change' at Montreal city hall, but uncertainty about who should be mayor

Ensemble Montréal's Soraya Martinez Ferrada is ahead of her rivals in positive perception, but most voters surveyed say they still don't know enough about the mayoral candidates.

Other

20 h. ago Hanes: Who will be the next mayor? Montrealers still undecided on who should take top job, Gazette poll shows

Ensemble Montréal's Soraya Martinez Ferrada is ahead of her rivals in positive perception, but most voters surveyed say they still don't know enough about the mayoral candidates.

Other

27 h. ago SSR Mining to Announce Third Quarter 2025 Consolidated Financial Results on November 4, 2025

DENVER — SSR Mining Inc. (Nasdaq/TSX: SSRM) (“SSR Mining” or the “Company”) announces the date for its third quarter 2025 consolidated financial results news release and conference call. Investors, media and the public are invited to listen to the conference call. News release containing third quarter 2025 consolidated financial results: Tuesday, November 4, 2025, after […]

Culture

31 h. ago The NDP sets a trap. The B.C. Conservatives walk right into it

Vaughn Palmer: Opposition leader pulls his MLAs from the legislature to avoid appearing split on social issue vote

Other

31 h. ago Martinez Ferrada promises police body cameras, more métro constables in Montreal

While crime in Montreal isn't worse than in other large cities, she said, there's been a deterioration in the public's sense of security.

Events