71 m. ago 2 B.C. First Nations say government is rushing mine expansion without proper review

“We do not consent at this point. We have too much more we have to work through,” said Keith Crow, chief of Lower Similkameen on Friday.

Politics

93 m. ago London man, 19, charged after police seize guns, ammunition, drugs

A Londoner is facing a raft of drug and weapons charges after police say officers seized a gun, multiple rounds of ammunition, pills, cocaine, fentanyl and cash in west-end Byron. 

Events

1 hour ago Ottawa to proceed with promised firearm classification review: minister

The government has been heavily criticized by gun control advocates for not banning the semi-automatic SKS, which is commonly used in Indigenous communities.

Events

2 h. ago Here are all the countries that could play in Toronto during the FIFA World Cup

In case you've somehow missed it, the FIFA World Cup is coming to Toronto next year.And though we don't know exactly who will be playing in Toronto yet, we do at least have many of the potential teams nailed down after Friday's preliminary draw.Who is Canada playing in Toronto?After the first FIFA World Cup draw to determine the majority of group stage matches, Canada found out that they'll be playing a yet-to-qualify European opponent when their tournament kicks off on June 12, 2026.They'll be facing one of Italy, Northern Ireland, Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina, with the four-time champions Italy the likely toughest draw they could get. They'll find out who their opponent is on March 31 of next year, after a four-team playoff to determine the fourth spot in Group B.Non-Canada matches in TorontoToronto also has five other matches to be hosted, with the potential matchups now out after Friday's draw.Basically, each of the following matchups will eit...

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3 h. ago Canada could play against Italy in Toronto at FIFA World Cup

It turns out that Canada does not yet know its FIFA World Cup opponent for their first-ever match on home soil.But on June 12, 2026, Canada has a shot at taking on one of the most successful soccer countries of all time.Canada knows it will play Qatar and Switzerland in its final two group-stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with both games taking place in Vancouver.In Toronto, though, they await one of four opponents for their opening match of the tournament: Italy, Northern Ireland, Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina.And while they've missed out on the last two World Cups, it seems hard to say the Italian side is anything other than the team Canada would least like to see coming out of the final round of European qualifying.Italy is ranked 12th in the FIFA World Rankings, and is a four-time winner of the FIFA World Cup, one of only three countries to win at least that many times. Wales is ranked 32nd, Northern Ireland is ranked 69th, while Bosnia and Herzegovina are ranked ...

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5 h. ago ‘What a loser’: Blue Jays SickKids fans chirp Freddie Freeman in hilarious fundraising video

Freddie Freeman may be proud of his Canadian roots and keen to display them when playing in the World Baseball Classic but was his participation in a celebrity production for a terrific Toronto charity a little too soon? In a hilarious, all-in-good-fun video created and produced by Canadian actor Ryan Reynolds, the Los Angeles Dodgers […]

Society

5 h. ago World Cup Draw Live: Canada’s Group stage opponents revealed at star

The groups for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are drawn at star-studded event in Washington, D.C.

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5 h. ago Paul Dano’s celeb pals defend actor after Quentin Tarantino diss

'He is weak sauce, man. He is the weak sister'

Other

9 h. ago NBA legend LeBron James dined at Toronto restaurant and called the food 'incredible'

Staff and patrons at Toronto establishment Silent H were treated to an appearance by NBA legend LeBron James this week.James' Los Angeles Lakers were in town on a team road trip this week, claiming a nail-biting buzzer-beating victory over the Toronto Raptors on Thursday evening. While it was a historically poor performance for James, the record 21-time All-Star was still able to dine at one of his favourite local haunts while in town.James not only posed with restaurant staff at Silent H, but even sent his personal compliments to the chef, asking, "Food is incredible, what's your name chef?"    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Patrick Marzouk (@patrickmarzouk)James is a repeat customer at the King West establishment and also took time to pose with the Silent H team during a 2024 visit.And the future Hall of Famer is not alone among NBA stars in his love for the restaur...

Other

9 h. ago Vancouver church celebrates its 100th anniversary with a restoration

The Second Church of Christ Scientist is a familiar landmark at 1900 West 12th in Vancouver

Culture

10 h. ago Nigeria Plans to Review Capital Gains Tax That Tanked Equities

Nigeria will review a capital gains tax set to come into effect at the start of January, after stakeholders including the nation’s stock exchange called for a moratorium because of concern it will deter foreign investors.

Economics

14 h. ago Ottawa's most prolific art collector gave it all away, thinking he'd be dead by now

When Bill Staubi was diagnosed with Stage-4 liver cancer, he divested himself of his massive art collection. Then the cancer disappeared.

Events

23 h. ago High Level lumber mill closure to affect 190 jobs in northern Alberta

West Fraser Timber says it plans to indefinitely curtail work at its High Level mill in northern Alberta due to significant weakening in demand for oriented strand board (OSB).

Other

24 h. ago Review: Revamped Nutcracker a holiday treat from Alberta Ballet

The Nutcracker runs through Dec. 7 at the Jubilee

Society

25 h. ago Stanford Medicine’s Dr. Pejman Ghanouni Receives RSNA’s Cum Laude Award for CAPTAIN Perioperative Data Presentation

– CAPTAIN is the first randomized controlled trial ever comparing a new technology to the standard of care of robotic radical prostatectomy to successfully recruit to target – TORONTO, Dec. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Profound Medical Corp. (NASDAQ:PROF; TSX:PRN) (“Profound” or the “Company”), a commercial-stage medical device company that develops and markets AI-powered, MRI-guided, […]

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25 h. ago Canadian study shows lack of prostate cancer screening meant stage 4 went up 50 per cent

Canada currently doesn't recommend screening for prostate cancer

Science

26 h. ago JAY GOLDBERG: Mark Carney almost gives B.C. dangerous leverage over national pipeline

Prime Minister Mark Carney came dangerously close to handing British Columbia a de facto veto over a national pipeline and calling it “co-operative federalism.” Canada urgently needs a new oil pipeline from Alberta to the West Coast. This pipeline would play a crucial role in diversifying Canada’s economy by giving Canada access to Asian buyers […]

Society

28 h. ago Supreme Court of Canada to review inmates’ challenge of jail lockdowns

The inmates successfully argued the lockdowns were unlawful and deprived them of their remaining freedom in the jail.

Events

30 h. ago Dave Chappelle's Edmonton show interrupted by hecklers: reports

Comedy legend Dave Chappelle’s Edmonton show at Rogers Place Wednesday night was memorable for many, but for all the wrong reasons. Many in attendance took to social media after the show Wednesday night to lament the behaviour of others in the crowd, which led to frustration from the stage as well. There were reports of […]

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30 h. ago At 901 King West, first impressions matter. Crown Realty Partners

TORONTO, Dec. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Crown Realty Partners and Bentall Green Oak unveil hospitality-centric lobby at 901 King West, Toronto – a reimagined entrance that sets a new tone for arrival and tenant experience. Thoughtfully designed by Superkül and built by Index Construction the modern lobby centers around a public art installation by Mark Gomes, transforming the atrium into a space where art, architecture, […]

Culture