19 h. ago Des parents d’enfants canadiens sous la menace d’une expulsion

Les soutiens de deux familles distinctes sont pourtant sur la bonne voie pour obtenir une résidence permanente.

Society

25 h. ago Italian court upholds life sentence for parents of Pakistani woman killed by her family

ROME — An Italian appeals court Friday upheld life sentences for a Pakistani couple convicted of murdering their 18-year-old daughter in a so-called honour killing after she refused an arranged marriage. The case shocked many Italians and became a symbol of the brutal mistreatment of immigrant women who rebel against inflexible family rules. The appeals […]

Events

27 h. ago JAY GOLDBERG: Making the case for Canadian unilateral free trade

When kids are growing up, one of the lessons parents most frequently try to instil in their children is this: Don’t do something just because someone else is going to.  While U.S. President Donald Trump appears to be on a warpath towards protectionism, that doesn’t mean Canada has to follow.  Yes, Trump has slapped tariffs […]

Economics

28 h. ago Chaos at BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay Terminal as traffic backed up onto Highway 1

BC Ferries says travellers should let traffic controllers know if they have a reservation as they may be turned away otherwise due to the heavy traffic volume.

Other

33 h. ago 'Getting loud': Crescendo to reflect heartache, hope and joy with soloists, orchestra, choir

Kaiya Gamble may have yet to turn 20, but that doesn’t mean the Calgary teenager doesn’t appreciate pop music from a different generation. In fact, in the case of her upcoming performance in the fundraiser Crescendo at Jack Singer Concert Hall, it’s pop music that was likely popular before her parents were even born. She […]

Culture

35 h. ago Tunes, tans and turns: Spring skiing is all about the fun factor

I looked up in disbelief. Coming down the mountain, flailing like a spastic chicken was, well, a spastic chicken. Rabid, perhaps. Most likely drunk. Not surprisingly, he was coming in hot, feathers flying, wings flapping, and totally misjudging something. He hit the water in a high-speed, chaotic assault the likes the avian world has […]

Other

35 h. ago Easter and the dog park: Hope is everywhere this time of year

Almost every morning I walk my dog in an off-leash park with a group of three men and their dogs: Zachery, Squirrel, Molly and Hudson. (Those are the dogs.) Our conversation is different every day — politics, parenting, work, music, dating, sports, anything are all fair game. I love it. We solve all the world’s […]

Other

55 h. ago Menendez brothers: Judge to decide if siblings deserve reduced sentences

While the defence argued they acted out of self-defence after years of sexual abuse by their father, prosecutors said they killed their parents for a massive inheritance.

Other

63 h. ago Mansour: Better infrastructure, more affordability for Orléans

The dream of raising a family in comfort and security — something my parents were able to do — is slipping further out of reach for many.

Economics

4 d. ago Pierre Poilievre veut des peines de prison et des amendes plus sévères pour contrer les «fraudes grands

Le chef conservateur veut aussi plus de protections de la part des banques et des compagnies de télécommunication

Events

4 d. ago DEAR ABBY: Elderly couple’s only child begins a life without them

DEAR ABBY: I am a single man with no siblings. My elderly father passed away eight months ago. My mother is now in hospice with a life expectancy of weeks to months. My parents have lived long and productive lives, and I’m proud of both of them. We have always been very close. Since their […]

Other

4 d. ago German Investor Outlook Plunges as US Trade Chaos Takes Toll

Investor confidence in Germany’s economy plummeted as US President Donald Trump’s on-off trade measures threaten to choke off a nascent recovery.

Economics

4 d. ago Aux origines des CPE, les solidarités entre parents et éducatrices

Les cohortes de futures éducatrices ne sont pas au rendez-vous, et des milliers d’entre elles quittent le milieu.

Society

5 d. ago Chaos au Mexique lors d'un concert d'un chanteur proche des narcotrafiquants

Un concert d'un chanteur connu pour ses ballades encensant les narcotrafiquants au Mexique a viré à l'émeute vendredi soir.

Other

5 d. ago Parents outraged after U.K. school axes Easter celebration because it’s not ‘inclusive’

A secular primary school in England is under fire from Christians after announcing it was cancelling annual Easter celebrations over inclusivity concerns. About 50 protesters gathered outside Norwood Primary School in Eastleigh, Hampshire, on April 4 after a letter was sent home to parents informing them of the decision to scrap the Easter Bonnet Parade […]

Society

5 d. ago B.C. daycare ordered to pay family $4,500 after expelling kids

Tensions between the daycare and parents arose after one of the kids came down with a suspected case of hand, foot and mouth disease

Society

5 d. ago MPPs choose Donna Skelly as Speaker of the legislature, the first female to have that role

Skelly, a former journalist, said she aims to bring a more professional tone, with 'less chaos' to question period

Other

5 d. ago Government's new Canada Strong Pass will make travel across the country cheaper

As Canadians rethink summer travel plans and increasingly try to support local, the Canada Strong Pass will make domestic travel much cheaper.On Saturday, April 12, Liberal leader Mark Carney introduced the new Canada Strong Pass, making it more affordable for kids and young families to travel domestically during peak travel season."At a time when our economy is under attack from President Trump, Canadians are stepping up — helping our neighbours, buying local, and celebrating our beautiful country," stated Carney.Children and youth under 18 using the Canada Strong Pass will get free access to national galleries and museums. They'll also get to travel on VIA Rail for free when they're with their parents.The pass will be available from June to August 2025. In addition, Canadians aged 18 to 24 will also be able to avail of heavily discounted access and fares."Whether it's trips to national parks and historic sites, spending the day at a national art gallery or mus...

Politics

5 d. ago ‘So Wrong’ Stock Forecasters Struggle to See Through Trade Chaos

Wall Street’s leading prognosticators have been humbled this year, with so many proven wrong about the damage President Donald Trump’s combative trade policies would do to the stock market.

Economics

5 d. ago Fraudés jusqu’à la mort: les jeux politiques ont ruiné un projet de loi pour protéger les enfants

Les parents de Carl Harry Burke sont frustrés des jeux politiques qui n’ont pas fait avancer la cause.

Politics