2 h. ago Alberta Next panel recommends referendum on pension, immigration and strengthening provincial powers

The panel recommended that issues on immigration, the Alberta Pension Plan (APP) and constitutional amendments should be put to Albertans in a 2026 referendum

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3 h. ago Rubio says U.S. wants to ‘partner’ with countries on hemisphere issues

Rubio faced several questions on U.S. military operations in Venezuela, negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, and the ongoing commitment to NATO in a year-end press conference.

Culture

3 h. ago Bell: Danielle Smith's Big Beautiful Ballot is next October, immigration is one issue

An interview with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on Albertans heading to a referendum vote in the fall of 2026

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3 h. ago Trump announces lower drug price deals with 9 pharmaceutical companies

U.S. President Donald Trump announced Friday that nine drugmakers have agreed to lower the cost of their prescription drugs in the U.S. Pharmaceutical companies Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb, Boehringer Ingelheim, Genentech, Gilead Sciences, GSK, Merck, Novartis and Sanofi will now rein in Medicaid drug prices to match what they charged in other developed countries. As […]

Economics

5 h. ago Galantas Gold Provides Update on Acquisition of RDL Mining Corp. and Brokered Financing

Not for distribution to U.S. newswire services or dissemination in the United States TORONTO, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Galantas Gold Corporation (TSX-V & AIM: GAL; OTCQB: GALKF) (“Galantas” or the “Company”) wishes to provide an update with respect to its previously announced acquisition (the “Transaction”) of all of the issued and outstanding shares […]

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5 h. ago Tenants file claims over unsafe living conditions at notorious Toronto apartment

Residents of one of Toronto's most notorious apartment buildings have filed two multi-tenant applications at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB), following years of maintenance issues and pest infestations. Tenants of 500 Dawes Rd. in East York are seeking rent refunds and action against the building's landlord, Carolyn Kreb, citing years of neglect and unsafe conditions. For years, tenants say the building has been consistently deteriorating, with reports of crumbling balconies, water-damaged ceilings, rodent infestations, and ongoing maintenance issues that have gone unaddressed. Mayor Olivia Chow toured the apartment back in July, and heard from tenants who noted the building's water-damaged walls, out-of-service elevator, and rusted balcony guards. 1/ TODAY:Tenants at 500 Dawes Rd will be holding a brief press conference at 12pm to announce the filing of two multi-tenant applications at the Landlord & Tenant Board500 Dawes is considered among ...

Society

6 h. ago Morocco Strategic Minerals Closes Private Placement for a Total Amount of $600,000

NOT FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OR FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES MONTREAL, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Morocco Strategic Minerals Corporation. (TSXV: MCC) (“MCC” or the “Corporation”) announce the closing of a non-brokered private placement, raising total gross proceeds of $600,000 through the issuance of 6,000,000 units of the Corporation (“Units”) […]

Economics

7 h. ago Former Liberal cabinet minister Randy Boissonnault gets default judgment in suit against ex

"There is no relationship left between us whatsoever," said Boissonnault. "And the association with him cost me my political career"

Politics

8 h. ago Jelly Roll receives pardon from Tennessee governor for drug, robbery convictions

Gov. Bill Lee pardoned the 'Need a Favor' singer for two robbery and drug felonies issued before 2010 in Davidson County.

Politics

9 h. ago Toronto getting North America's first direct flight to country known for beaches

A Montreal-based carrier is gearing up to make history once again with the launch of North America's first direct flight service to a country known for its sunny weather and stunning coastline. On Thursday, Air Transat announced the launch of a new non-stop service between Toronto and Albania's capital, Tirana, which is regarded as one of Europe's sunniest cities, with over 2,500 hours of sun every year. While Tirana is located in the centre of the country and surrounded by mountains, Albania as a whole is known for its picturesque beaches and pristine resorts that offer views of the Ionian Sea. There are currently no direct flight options to Tirana from Toronto, and travelling between the two countries often means having a layover in European cities like Rome, Warsaw, London, or Frankfurt via airlines such as British Airways, Lufthansa, and Air Canada. The new route is part of the airline's summer 2026 program and will operate once weekly st...

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10 h. ago OPP warn of slick roads as temperature plunges, winds whip region

Environment Canada issued a special weather statement early Friday for the London region, warning of icy conditions as the temperature drops

Transport

10 h. ago ‘Shelter in place’ warning issued after officer shot in Welland, Ont.

Niagara regional police say a shooting in Welland, Ont. has prompted the hospital and local schools in the area to be placed under lockdown on Friday morning.

Events

10 h. ago Russell Brand rips Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau’s relationship: ‘Globalist stooge’

The comedian is not a fan of his ex wife's new romantic partner

Politics

12 h. ago Visionary Copper and Gold Mines Inc. Closes Final Tranche of Private Placement Financing

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Visionary Copper and Gold Mines Inc. (the “Company” or “Visionary”) (TSXV: VCG) (OTCQX: VCGMF) is pleased to announce it has closed the second and final tranche of its previously announced non-brokered private placement (see news releases dated October 22, 2025 and December 9, 2025) by issuing […]

Sport

12 h. ago The $76B Robot War: 5 Stocks Powering the Pentagon’s Autonomous Shift

Issued on behalf of VisionWave Holdings, Inc. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — USA News Group News Commentary – The Department of Defense is accelerating unmanned platform deployment across air, sea, land, space, and subsurface domains as Congress approved $8 billion in defense spending with $1.5 billion for artificial intelligence and autonomous […]

Economics

16 h. ago Public sector union facing at least three lawsuits from executives it suspended

Ottawa-based PSAC represents nearly 240,000 workers across Canada and in other countries

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18 h. ago Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc: Zimbabwe government amends proposed changes to the royalty and tax regimes

ST HELIER, Jersey, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On December 1, 2025 Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc (“Caledonia” or “the Company”) (NYSE AMERICAN, AIM and VFEX: CMCL) issued an announcement regarding proposed changes to the royalty and tax regimes, as they apply to gold miners, in the Republic of Zimbabwe’s 2026 National Budget. The proposed […]

Politics

25 h. ago LEEF Brands Comments on Federal Cannabis Rescheduling and Potential to Participate in Nationwide CBD Program

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LEEF Brands, Inc. (CSE: LEEF, OTCQB: LEEEF) (“LEEF” or the “Company”), a leading multi-state operator, today commented on the issuance of an executive order by President Donald Trump directing agencies to begin the rescheduling of cannabis under the U.S. Controlled Substances Act. The executive order initiates […]

Culture

26 h. ago Liberty Announces Amended Terms of Listed Issuer Financing Exemption (LIFE) Private Placement of Units

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia and WILMINGTON, Mass., Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd. (“Liberty” or the “Company”) (TSXV: SCAN, OTCQB: LDDFF, FRANKFURT: LD2), a leading technology provider of AI-based next generation detection solutions for concealed weapons and threats, is pleased […]

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26 h. ago Driving with hazards on during a snowstorm can do more harm than good, say experts

'It does complicate the issue quite a bit with other motorists when they see people with their hazard lights on,' said CPS traffic unit Staff Sgt. Andy Woodward

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