47 m. ago TSB sending team to helicopter crash site near Squamish, B.C.

The board's deployment notice says it investigates air, marine, pipeline and rail transportation accidents with the "sole aim" of advancing transportation safety.

Events

1 hour ago Manitoba legislature approves $18,000 fine for former premier Heather Stefanson

Former Manitoba premier Heather Stefanson has been fined $18,000 for violating the province's conflict of interest law.

Economics

1 hour ago 'Political opportunism:' Mayoral hopefuls wade in to teachers' strike

The teachers' strike is a provincial matter, but some Calgary mayoral candidates are sharing their opinions

Politics

2 h. ago Week 19 for Calgary Stampeders: Another top test ahead for suddenly struggling CFL side

Coach Dickenson hopes charges respond with 'something to build on' from last game's late rally bid

Other

2 h. ago Stock market rally takes a pause as gold prices top US$4,000 per ounce

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index finished in negative territory, while U.S. markets also fell as gold prices reached new highs. Kevin Burkett, portfolio manager at Victoria-based Burkett Asset Management, said Tuesday’s trading session marked a “quiet day.” The S&P/TSX composite index was down 180.16 points at 30,351.72. Despite Tuesday’s pullback, the S&P/TSX composite has […]

Economics

3 h. ago Marineland says its belugas shouldn’t go to Nova Scotia’s Whale Sanctuary Project

Shuttered Niagara Falls theme park is trying to sell whales to avoid bankruptcy.

Other

3 h. ago Alberta teachers' strike: Union representing education support staff raises alarm over potential layoffs

"If the province chooses to cut funding to school districts, like they did during the pandemic, there would likely be large-scale layoffs"

Other

4 h. ago Tesla offers cheaper versions of 2 electric vehicles in bid to win back market share in tough year

NEW YORK (AP) — Tesla rolled out new, cheaper versions of two of its electric car models on Tuesday in hopes the offerings will help revive flagging sales. The new Model Y, costing just under $40,000 with a stripped-down interior, follows a slump in Tesla sales covering most of the past year due to anti-Elon […]

Transport

4 h. ago Five premiers urge Carney to withdraw court submission on notwithstanding clause

OTTAWA — Five premiers say Ottawa’s recent call for limits on the notwithstanding clause amounts to a “complete disavowal” of the bargain that spawned the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The Constitution’s notwithstanding clause gives provincial legislatures or Parliament the ability to pass legislation that effectively overrides provisions of the Charter, though only for a […]

Society

4 h. ago Marineland won’t get funding amid threats to euthanize 30 beluga whales

'It would be devastating for animal lovers across Canada if Marineland follows through on its appalling threat to kill these beluga whales,' says director of animal law advocacy group

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4 h. ago Marineland working with government after park said it may have to euthanize whales due to financial strain

The company said it 'sincerely' appreciates the province's willingness to work with them to find a solution, it said in a statement on Tuesday

Politics

5 h. ago Opinion: Military planning must take climate change into account

The U.S. has directed the military to remove references to climate change from official guidance. NATO, too, has been tempted to de-emphasize climate.

Society

5 h. ago Classes cancelled at Conestoga college campus amid support workers’ strike

An Ontario college says all on-campus classes and activities are cancelled today as striking support staff continue to hold rallies at several colleges across the province. Conestoga College says its Doon campus in Kitchener, Ont., is closed to all vehicle traffic and in-person classes and activities are suspended. The college says that’s because of “large-scale” […]

Society

5 h. ago Ottawa, Ontario urge each other to help Marineland’s belugas amid euthanasia threat

The federal and Ontario governments are urging each other to help 30 belugas at Marineland, which has threatened to euthanize the whales if the park does not receive emergency funds from Ottawa. The federal government should reconsider its position after denying Marineland permits to move the belugas to an aquarium in China, Premier Doug Ford […]

Other

6 h. ago Ontario speeds access to select cancer drugs by up to one year

Ontario says it will speed up the lengthy approval process for select cancer drugs by up to one year as part of a new pilot project. Ontario Health Minister Sylvia Jones announced the three-year fast-track program at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto. Jones says seven to 10 high-priority cancer drugs that are approved by […]

Science

6 h. ago Italy’s Gattuso expresses Gaza heartache ahead of World Cup qualifier with Israel

Gennaro Gattuso said on Tuesday that that he felt heartache over the two-year-long war in Gaza ahead of two 2026 World Cup qualifiers, one of which will be against Israel. The Azzurri take on Estonia in Tallinn on Saturday but all eyes are on the following clash with Israel in Udine next Tuesday, after mass […]

Culture

6 h. ago Taylor Swift reveals why she won’t do Super Bowl halftime show

Sorry, Taylor Swift fans, but the singer has announced she will never, ever, ever headline the Super Bowl halftime show. The pop superstar was a guest on The Tonight Show on Monday night, her first appearance on the show since the Midnights era in 2022, to promote her 12th studio album, The Life of a […]

Other

7 h. ago Longueuil police release video of 'person of interest' in abandoned baby case

The 53-second clip, taken by a front door security camera, depicts what appears to be the figure of a man or woman walking down a street and carrying a nondescript bundle.

Events

7 h. ago Ontario fall markets you want to check out before the season ends

The autumn season in Ontario means one thing: fall markets full of fresh produce, seasonal baked goods, and pumpkins galore.You can visit these markets across the province, with fall markets in Ontario offering opportunities to bring home a piece of the fall season for your mantlepiece (pumpkin spice scented candles, anyone?), stock up your fridge with pies and apples, and fill your camera roll with cutesy photos in full fall vibes.If this has you in the mood for a visit to do some seasonal shopping, then here's a list of must-see fall markets before the season comes to an end.Evergreen Brick Works Saturday Farmers MarketThis year-round market has been bringing homegrown, fresh produce to the Brick Works for almost two decades, with the simple goal of supporting local farmers. It takes place every Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.It features a dedicated section for fall produce, Falling for Flavour in October, where you can find fruits and vegetables specific to the...

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7 h. ago Nova Scotia offers emergency financial support for Lake George wildfire evacuees

The province says 353 properties have been evacuated due to the wildfire in Kings County. Funding will be given to those with proof of residency within the evacuation zone area.

Events