1 hour ago CPABC: Home sale prices up in Northwest B.C.’s largest communities in 2025

SMITHERS, British Columbia, Aug. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to BC Check-Up: Live, an annual report by the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) on demographic and affordability trends across the province, Northwest B.C.’s population grew by 686 residents in 2024, bringing the total population to 100,681 people. “Northwest B.C.’s population has grown […]

Economics

3 h. ago Dream Residential REIT Announces August 2025 Monthly Distribution

TORONTO — DREAM RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST (TSX: DRR.U and TSX: DRR.UN) (“Dream Residential REIT” or the “REIT”) today announced its August 2025 monthly distribution in the amount of US$0.035 per unit (US$0.42 annualized). The August distribution will be payable on September 15, 2025 to unitholders of record as at August 29, 2025. About […]

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3 h. ago Ontario man arrested after allegedly assaulting intruder who broke into his home

A 44-year-old Ontario man is facing two criminal charges after allegedly assaulting an intruder who had forced their way inside his apartment early Monday morning. According to the Kawartha Lakes Police Service, officers responded to a report of an altercation between two men at a unit on Kent Street in Lindsay, Ont., at approximately 3:20 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 18. Police say the resident had woken up to find another person unexpectedly inside his home. An altercation then followed, during which the intruder sustained serious, life-threatening injuries. The criminal was transported to Ross Memorial Hospital and later airlifted to a Toronto hospital. The resident has since been charged with aggravated assault and assault with a weapon, although he was released with a future court date. The 41-year-old man who entered the apartment was already wanted by police at the time of the incident for unrelated offenses.Following the altercation, he was charged...

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3 h. ago ‘The Road Between Us’ to get single public screening at TIFF on Sept. 10

The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue, which was uninvited and then invited back to TIFF earlier this month, will get only one public screening — on Sept. 10, at 2 p.m., at Roy Thomson Hall. The single public screening — the world premiere of the film that looks at Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023 terror […]

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8 h. ago Près de 200 armes à feu, 200 000$ et des milliers de munitions saisis dans une résidence de Saint

La Gendarmerie royale du Canada a arrêté un homme de 65 ans et saisi plus de 180 armes et une quantité importante d’argent à sa résidence.

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8 h. ago American Express is hiking the fees for some Amex cards in Canada

Certain American Express (Amex) credit card holders in Canada will soon see an increase in their monthly fee.The company shared an important notice on its site, advising Amex Cobalt Card holders in Canada that their monthly fee is about to go up.Effective Nov. 5, 2025, the monthly fee for non-Quebec residents will increase to $15.99 per month (which equals $191.88 annually), and the annual fee for Quebec residents will increase to $191.88 per year.The current monthly fee for the Amex Cobalt Card in Canada is $12.99 a month ($155.88 annually) and $150 a year for Quebec residents. That means non-Quebec residents will pay $36 more annually, and Quebec residents will pay $41.88 more per year starting in November.American Express did not specify why it is increasing the fee, but we have reached out and will update the story when the company responds.Amex Cobalt is popular among credit card holders, boasting robust rewards on dining, groceries, and streaming. Users can earn...

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10 h. ago New travel advisories warn Canadians to be extra cautious in parts of Europe

Canada has issued a new travel advisory for travellers heading to Spain, warning Canadians about the latest safety concerns.If you’re planning a trip from Canada to Spain, it’s important to note that on Aug. 18, the Government of Canada shared an updated advisory due to wildfires. Canadians travelling to the country are being urged to "exercise a high degree of caution."According to the update, wildfires have been burning in the central and northwestern parts of the country since early August. Affected provinces include Ourense, Zamora, Salamanca, León and Cáceres. Travellers are being warned that "extreme and unusual weather events" could affect their plans. Canada has issued a similar warning for Portugal."Evacuation orders and warnings are in effect for multiple regions," reads the statement. "Road closures and poor visibility due to smoke are affecting travel. Air quality is significantly degra...

Economics

10 h. ago On the map: “There’s almost nothing like this near Yonge and Lawrence” 

Investors are fleeing the Toronto condo market in droves, but the developers of The Aston Residences don’t mind.   Set to rise over the corner of Yonge Street and Woburn Avenue in North Toronto’s Lawrence Park neighbourhood, the 14-storey building is geared towards affluent local residents looking to downsize without sacrificing comfort or convenience, while remaining […]

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10 h. ago Paris residents fight overtourism and ‘Disneyfication’ of beloved Montmartre neighbourhood

PARIS — When Olivier Baroin moved into an apartment in Montmartre about 15 years ago, it felt like he was living in a village in the heart of Paris. Not anymore. Stores for residents are disappearing, along with the friendly atmosphere, he says. In their place are hordes of people taking selfies, shops selling tourist […]

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11 h. ago Residents on Rosel Crescent and Cruxton Road now use an open, triangle

Critics say the development would draw more people to the area, increase traffic, and reduce the amount of green space space for community activities.

Transport

15 h. ago Today's letters: Gridlock due to countless construction projects plagues Ottawa

Wednesday, Aug. 20: Whoever permitted countless road closures didn't think things through, readers opine. Have your say by writing letters@ottawacitizen.com

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18 h. ago Paris residents fight overtourism and ‘Disneyfication’ of beloved Montmartre neighborhood

PARIS (AP) — When Olivier Baroin moved into an apartment in Montmartre about 15 years ago, it felt like he was living in a village in the heart of Paris. Not anymore. Stores for residents are disappearing, along with the friendly atmosphere, he says. In their place are hordes of people taking selfies, shops selling […]

Culture

18 h. ago The house that another Toronto home once collapsed onto has just hit the market for $900k

If you've been following Toronto housing drama for a while, you might remember that a couple of years ago, a house on Craven Road literally toppled over.The owners had decided to dig out the basement and add a second storey at the same time — because why not? — and, naturally, the whole thing gave way, collapsing right onto the neighbouring house at 1071 Craven Rd.Fast forward to now, and that same 1071 Craven Rd. has recovered from its not-so-little trauma. The home next door is still under construction, but this time, it seems to be holding its ground.The front entrance and dining room. Meanwhile, the owner of 1071 Craven Rd. appears to be ready to close the chapter on living in the shadow of construction chaos and has officially listed their two-bedroom bungalow for sale.The primary bedroom. And honestly? It's pretty cute. The family room. The home has been updated throughout and now stands fully detached from its formerly at...

Economics

21 h. ago Man pleads guilty to Oak Bay machete attack that left woman with life

The attack happened on April 25, 2017, when Kaspar Handspiker broke into a home in the 2500 block of Esplanade Road and attacked the victim who was home alone.

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23 h. ago Drivers busted for being impaired following B.C. Nickelback concert, country festival

The BC Highway Patrol said they did road checks the August long weekend following Sunfest, and the Nickelback concert, both throughout Lake Cowichan, the next weekend.

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26 h. ago Media banned from Tsuut'ina Nation to limit coverage of human trafficking case

The reason for the restriction is based on concerns the impact coverage of the case could have on Tsuut'ina residents

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27 h. ago Missing man, 27, last seen Monday evening in Kanata, Ottawa police say

The Ottawa Police Service said Tuesday it was seeking public assistance in locating a 27-year-old man. Jesse Howe was last seen at his residence in the 0-100 block of Singal Street in Kanata at approximately 10:30 p.m. on Aug. 18. He was wearing a blue hoodie and a black baseball cap with a white patch. […]

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29 h. ago Skyrocketing number of people in Ontario are defaulting on housing and other bills

Ontario is once again leading the charge for consumer debt in Canada, with a growing number of residents failing to pay off their mortgages, credit cards and other bills. And the problem is, as you might have expected, worst in and around the exorbitant hub of Toronto.A new report from Equifax Canada shows that the number of people in the province who have defaulted on their required monthly credit payments for 90 days or more has shot up by 29.8 basis points during the last few months (compared to the same time last year), which is 15.2 points higher than the national average.In the GTA specifically, meanwhile, this figure surged by a whopping 39.1 basis points — something the firm attributes to the region being among those "most heavily impacted by high cost of living, economic uncertainty, and exposure to the auto and steel sectors."Equifax CanadaAs it stands now, the average person in...

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31 h. ago RealTruck Scores Overwhelming Win in First Phase of Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Rough Country

Reinforces RealTruck’s deep commitment to vigorously protect its 1,000+ patent portfolio against infringement ANN ARBOR, Mich. — RealTruck, a global aftermarket product and accessory brand and a digital destination for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts, achieved a significant victory in its lawsuit against Rough Country, LLC, when the U.S. District Court for the Western […]

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33 h. ago Separatism and internal dissent fizzle as Poilievre coasts to victory in rural Alberta

Poilievre still has a long road back to relevance after losing the April election to Carney's Liberals

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