5 h. ago OCEU/CUPE 1750 President to Join Pickering Picket Line as WSIB Strike Hits One

PICKERING, Ontario — As the historic strike by Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) workers reaches the one-month mark, Harry Goslin, President of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750), will join the picket line in Pickering tomorrow, June 19 at 10:00 a.m., in a show of solidarity with members demanding a fair contract, mental […]

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6 h. ago Ravens sign Alexander after Pro Bowl cornerback’s release from Packers

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Jaire Alexander has signed with the Baltimore Ravens less than two weeks after the two-time Pro Bowl cornerback was released by the Green Bay Packers. The Ravens posted video Wednesday of star quarterback Lamar Jackson enthusiastically greeting Alexander after he signed with the two-time defending AFC North champions. Jackson and Alexander […]

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6 h. ago American falls in love with Alberta, plans to move family north: ‘Overwhelmed by the love’

American Pamela Smith already made one trek across the continent in search of a better life for her family — and now, she feels she's found it over the border in Canada.

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7 h. ago No arrests, but G7 security forces responded to more than 200 wildlife incidents

The security force was a joint operation led by the RCMP, with assistance from the Calgary police, Alberta Sheriffs, Alberta Forestry and Parks and the Canadian Armed Forces.

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13 h. ago RED Mountain Appoints New President to Continue Fierce Independence and Authentic Mountain Vision

ROSSLAND, British Columbia, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — RED Mountain Resort, one of North America’s last great independent ski resorts, today announces a major leadership transition that marks both the culmination of a 22-year legacy and the beginning of a bold new era. After more than two decades at the helm, Howard Katkov, RED’s […]

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15 h. ago Keyera says $5.15B deal to buy Plains’ Canadian business to help energy security

CALGARY — Keyera Corp. has agreed to buy the Canadian natural gas liquids business of U.S. firm Plains for $5.15 billion in cash, a deal the Calgary-based infrastructure player says will help boost this country’s energy security and economic resilience. The assets under the deal include 193,000 barrels per day of “fractionation capacity,” where gas […]

Economics

15 h. ago International cafe known for its baked goods is opening two new Ontario locations

World-renowned Korean bakery chain Paris Baguette is gearing up to open its latest Toronto location, this time taking on a brand-new neighbourhood.Despite opening its first Canadian location at the Yonge-Sheppard Centre in North York just over two years ago, Paris Baguette has more than made its mark on Toronto's culinary scene.Over its nearly 40 years in business, the South Korea-founded global chain has made a name for itself serving up sweet confections that are almost as delightful to look at as they are to eat, including mochi donuts, impeccably layered trifles, cream-filled croissants and bombolone.They even serve up some unique savoury options, like croissant-wrapped hot dogs and crabmeat-filled croquettes.Nowadays, the chain, recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in the world by Entrepreneur, boasts 4000 locations worldwide, including the two additional locations that have opened in the city in the years that followed: a Yorkville flagship ...

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15 h. ago North Country Fair No. 47 full of cosmic wildlife onstage and off

Three dawn coffees and a ten-minute, chittering conversation with a red-winged blackbird later, the dirt-majestic North Country Fair is coming together once again. Running Thursday to Sunday up near Driftpile — three hours and change northwest of Edmonton via highways 33 or 44 — the annual open-sky wumpus is the most free-range of affairs, aimed […]

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17 h. ago Tajon Buchanan’s brace lifts Canada to Gold Cup blowout win over Honduras

Niko Sigur has made some special memories over his years of watching soccer at BC Place. He added another Tuesday as he scored his first goal for Canada and helped his country thump Honduras 6-0 to open their Gold Cup campaign. “Of course, it feels really nice,” Sigur said of the strike. “Something I’m working […]

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19 h. ago QXO Announces Rachel Narveson as 2025 Female Roofing Professional of the Year

The founder and CEO of Proficient Construction in Lake Elmo, MN earns a $10,000 prize GREENWICH, Conn. — QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO) announced today that Rachel Narveson, Founder and CEO of Proficient Construction in Lake Elmo, MN, is the winner of its 2025 North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year program, an annual campaign […]

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19 h. ago Safety fears raised after crossing guard hit by vehicle in Old North

A nearby resident is raising alarm over safety at an Old North intersection after she says a crossing guard was hit by a vehicle Tuesday morning.

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26 h. ago Trump Flexes Security Powers to Keep Global Tariff Goal Alive

The Trump administration is pressing ahead with another tariff barrage that some trade experts say is more legally sound than the president’s country-by-country duties and may end up having an equally broad effect on imports.

Economics

28 h. ago OCEU/CUPE 1750 President to Join Barrie Picket Line as WSIB Strike Enters Fourth Week

BARRIE, Ontario — As the strike by Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) workers stretches into its fourth week, Harry Goslin, President of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750), will join the picket line in Barrie on Wednesday, June 18 at 10:00 a.m., to support members in their fight for a fair contract, safer […]

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32 h. ago Best editorial cartoons from the G7: Kananaskis summit snickers

When politicians gather, the setting becomes an interesting target for editorial cartoonists. Here’s what our editorial cartoonists thought of this week’s G7 summit in Kananaskis Country in Alberta. To read another recent cartoon compilation, here’s a link to our Father’s Day cartoon retrospective.

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33 h. ago Here's how Canadian airlines rank among the world's best for 2025

One carrier was named the best airline in North America

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34 h. ago SUNMI Opens Its First North American Experience Center in Atlanta

SUNMI launches the Business IoT 2.0 Era with a Full Range of Third-Generation Flagship Products ATLANTA — SUNMI, a global leader in smart business IoT solutions, proudly announced the grand opening of its first North American SUNMI Home in Atlanta’s central business district. Serving as a flagship experience center, the location offers partners and industry […]

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35 h. ago Oakville sushi restaurant owner, head chef accused of trafficking Mexican male workers

Two Oakville men — a sushi restaurateur and his sushi chef — have been charged after a labour trafficking investigation by Halton Regional Police. In March 2025, cops received a report that three adult male Mexican nationals working at August 8 Sushi Restaurant, at 280 North Service Rd. W. in Oakville, were being exploited through […]

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36 h. ago DHL Express to suspend Canadian operations amid strike, lockout

DHL Express Canada plans to shut down operations across the country this week amid a strike and lockout involving 2,100 truck drivers and other workers, adding to turmoil in the parcel market. With the two sides at an impasse, the company said it will halt thousands of daily deliveries starting Friday — the same day […]

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36 h. ago Toronto is faking it as at least 4 different cities this week for major film productions

If you're not paying attention while cruising around downtown Toronto this week, you may just look up to find yourself in Boston, Washington, San Francisco or New York City, as various film projects set in these American locales are currently underway in the downtown core.Toronto is well-known for its ability to seamlessly pass as other major metropolises, which, along with often being cheaper to film in than its U.S. counterparts, has helped shape the city's reputation as Hollywood North.Given that we were also recently crowned the best place in the world for those looking to make a career in the biz due to our gigantic and ever-growing film sector, it's no wonder that so many productions choose to shoot here, with countless movies and TV series on the go at any given time.Over the last few days, residents have spotted pockets of the city completely transformed to masquerade as various locations for big-name titles.Automobile...

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36 h. ago Canadian airline just named best on the continent despite history of complaints

Air Canada just received a prestigious award from "the Oscars of the aviation industry."Skytrax released its World Airline Awards on Tuesday, revealing its annual global and regional airline rankings for 2025.Globally, Canadian airlines fared decently, with Air Canada ranking 19th out of 100, climbing 10 spots from 29th place in the 2024 ranking.Porter Airlines also made moves, soaring to 44th place from 57th the previous year. Air Transat dropped one spot to 60th place, and WestJet experienced the steepest decline among Canadian airlines from 64th to 75th place globally this year.Air industry heavyweights Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific were named the top three best airlines in the world for 2025.Canadian airlines did way better regionally. Skytrax named Air Canada as the best airline in North America, beating out the United States' Delta Airlines for the number one spot.Porter Airlines followed closely behind in third place, while Air Transat and...

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