51 m. ago BC NDP dragging heels on pledge to end privatization of HandyDART, union says

HandyDART, a door-to-door shared ride service for people with mobility issues and other complex needs, is currently operated by French for-profit contractor TransDev.

Culture

1 hour ago These 12 scenic road trips will take you to the most beautiful places in Canada

Your road map to the best hidden gems, stunning sights and epic pit stops in each province and territory

Transport

3 h. ago First place in AL East is new Blue Jays target even after falling flat in series finale against D’Backs

There are any number of motivational checkpoints in a 162-game season to help contending teams ride the inevitable swings of the odyssey, both high and low. When a three-plus weeks of solid baseball allows you to wake up in late June just two games out of the division lead, that would be one of them. […]

Sport

3 h. ago Woman found shot in Summerside parking lot in southeast Edmonton

A woman was taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening gunshot injuries from the Market at Summerside just off 91 Street and Ellerslie Road.

Other

11 h. ago A gravel road. A dump truck crash. And questions over safety fixes

An Oxford County couple is raising concerns about road safety after a dump truck tipped over at the edge of their rural home’s driveway.

Transport

23 h. ago CUPE 2073 and OCEU/CUPE 1750 to Rally Outside MPP Chris Scott’s Office

SAULT STE. MARIE, Ontario — On Thursday, June 19, striking workers from Canadian Hearing Services (CUPE 2073) and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (OCEU/CUPE 1750) will join forces with the Sault Ste. Marie and District Labour Council for a solidarity rally outside MPP Chris Scott’s office at 154 Great Northern Road in Sault Ste. […]

Other

27 h. ago The US plans to open a fly factory in Texas as part of its fight against a flesh

The U.S. government plans to open what amounts to a fly factory by the end of the year, announcing its intent Wednesday to breed millions of the insects in Texas near the border with Mexico as part of an effort to keep a flesh-eating parasite from infesting American cattle. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said sterile […]

Culture

34 h. ago Traffic Alert: Part of Lougheed Highway closed after crash in Pitt Meadows

All westbound lanes are shut down at Harris Road and only one eastbound lane is open after Allen Way.

Events

35 h. ago Pedestrian struck and killed on Lougheed Highway in Pitt Meadows

Lougheed Highway is closed westbound at Harris Road following a serious vehicle collision early Wednesday morning.

Events

36 h. ago Santé Canada approuve une seconde option de traitement pour les récidives du cancer du sein

Deux nouveaux médicaments permettent de réduire les risques de récidives pour certains cancers ou sous-types de cancer.

Science

36 h. ago Crazy 'bout a Mercury: Vancouver police look to restore 1947 cop car

The 1947 Mercury two-door sedan is streamlined and stylish but it's in need of repairs before it can hit the road.

Events

37 h. ago Glenora and Crestwood residents find legal means to fight city's zoning bylaw

As residents plan to place restrictive covenants on their land titles, city council looks to limit the size of developments in mature neighbourhoods

Other

39 h. ago Jumio Launches Premium Liveness Detection Solution for Superior Protection Against Deepfakes and Injection Attacks

Patented biometric and AI technology helps businesses fight sophisticated identity fraud while providing full control SUNNYVALE, Calif. — Jumio, the leader in AI-powered identity intelligence anchored in biometric authentication, automation and data-driven insights, today announced general availability of Jumio Liveness Premium with advanced deepfake detection, the company’s most advanced biometric liveness detection solution to date. […]

Events

44 h. ago CGTN: China, Central Asian countries sign landmark treaty, vow to boost cooperation

CGTN published an article on the second China-Central Asia Summit in Astana, emphasizing the significance of China and the five Central Asian nations signing the Treaty of Permanent Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation, and highlighting their shared commitment to strengthening partnerships through the Belt and Road Initiative to promote mutual development and regional cooperation. BEIJING, June […]

Events

45 h. ago A Toronto home featured in a design magazine was just listed for $6 million

Tucked into one of Toronto's most prestigious neighbourhoods, this South Hill stunner is basically the definition of a grown-up dream home.With five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and a 40-foot inground pool, 40 Warren Rd. isn't just move-in ready – it's magazine-featured kind of ready.Fun fact: it was actually featured in Canadian House & Home magazine at one point. The foyer. Listed for $5,895,000, this 50-by-180-foot lot offers a quiet, west-facing backyard oasis and over 4,000 square feet of living space.The living room. On the main floor, you have the classic principal rooms. There's the formal living room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The dining room. The dining room is especially intriguing, with a silver-gilded ceiling. The kitchen and family room. And while the original house has good bones, the house has been extensively renovated, and it's the dramatic corten-steel and glass addition that tak...

Economics

46 h. ago OCEU/CUPE 1750 President to Join Barrie Picket Line as WSIB Strike Enters Fourth Week

BARRIE, Ontario — As the strike by Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) workers stretches into its fourth week, Harry Goslin, President of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750), will join the picket line in Barrie on Wednesday, June 18 at 10:00 a.m., to support members in their fight for a fair contract, safer […]

Other

52 h. ago 'Creeper Hunter' loses Charter fight in rare intimidation case

Jason Nassr’s defence of his next criminal battle has suffered a major constitutional setback.

Culture

53 h. ago Health Canada won’t fight Alberta’s plan to charge for COVID vaccines

Starting this fall, most of Alberta's 4.8 million residents will need to pay out of pocket for COVID vaccines, if they choose to get them

Science

54 h. ago Supreme Court Asked to Hear Challenge to Trump’s Global Tariffs

Two family-owned toy companies are asking the US Supreme Court to consider striking down many of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, putting a high-stakes fight with worldwide economic implications before the justices for the first time.

Economics

56 h. ago Alleged car thief falls from elevated Toronto highway while fleeing police on foot

The SIU alleges the driver of the BMW fled on foot before falling from the expressway onto Lakeshore Road below

Events