21 h. ago Here are all the Costco Canada holiday saving deals you need to know about

Costco Canada has officially launched a bunch of special, limited-time-only deals just in time for the holidays, and if you're keen on saving a few extra bucks, there are lots of promotions to take advantage of. Whether you're already a regular Costco member, have an expired membership, or aren't a member at all, here are all the special holiday offers at Costco you need to be aware of. Membership offerThis holiday offer only applies to new Costco members or memberships that have expired for 18 months or more, so if this applies to you, listen up.Until Jan. 4, 2026, you can sign up as a Costco executive member and receive an online voucher for $130 off a $250 purchase on the retailer's website using the promo code COSTCO130. Considering an executive membership is already $130 per year (plus taxes), this is a pretty sweet deal and includes a free household card. All you have to do is enter the promo code when paying for your membership online, and soon ...

Society

39 h. ago Canadian families could pay $1,000 more for groceries in 2026, report warns

Canadians could face grocery bills up to $1,000 higher in 2026 as food prices rise 4-6 per cent, with restaurants and meat seeing the biggest jumps.

Economics

9 d. ago Child struck after car failed to stop for school bus in Ottawa Valley

A 10-year-old child was struck in Ottawa Valley after an oncoming car failed to stop for their school bus. The Quebec driver was charged under the highway traffic act.

Transport

9 d. ago Quebec driver charged after child struck leaving school bus in Deep River

"Thankfully this child was not seriously hurt, but failing to stop for a stopped school bus can be deadly," OPP said.

Transport

1 week ago Opinion: The costs we don’t see — Vancouver’s proposed 2026 budget and the politics of austerity

Erick Villagomez: The document discusses livability, sustainability and the importance of planning for long-term needs yet the investments that actually sustain those ideals are where cuts are made.

Politics

1 week ago Highway 407 ETR hiking rates for 2026 and here's what it'll cost Ontario drivers

Motorists will have to shell out more to use the 407 ETR toll highway in Ontario starting in the new year.The 407 ETR — a popular alternative to the gridlocked Highway 401 — has dropped its 2026 toll rate and fees schedule, revealing an increase in costs that will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.Per-kilometre fees for light vehicles currently range between roughly 50 cents and one dollar across the 407 ETR's 12 zones through Dec. 31, 2025. These rates peak during morning and afternoon rush hour when the highway is at its busiest.While the 407 ETR's operators claim that "zones with lighter traffic will remain unchanged during rush hour," some motorists using the central stretches of the highway at peak periods can expect to fork over more dough for the privilege of dodging bumper-to-bumper 401 traffic.According to the toll route's operators, "a few central sections nearing congestion in the afternoon will see increases of up to 34 cents per kilometr...

Economics

2 w. ago Quebec drivers to get a smaller discount on licence costs in 2026

A Class 5 licence without demerit points will be approximately $50 in 2026.

Economics

3 w. ago Cost of several Vancouver city services to rise under zero per cent property tax goal

Vancouver permits, parking, water and sewer costs all expected to rise in 2026

Economics