11 m. ago ‘It’s just too much’: Ontario senior unretires to fight high cost of living

Jane Woodcock, 68, says when her husband died in 2018, quickly realized she did not have enough to live on to support herself and their five animals when the pandemic hit.

Economics

4 h. ago Amazfit Expands Active 2 Lineup with the New Active 2 Square — All the Same Features, Now in a Sleek Square Design

MILPITAS, Calif. — Amazfit, a leading global smart wearable brand owned by Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), a health technology company, today announced the launch of the square version of the Amazfit Active 2, a new addition to its fitness smartwatch line that offers the same powerful features and premium experience as the recently launched round […]

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7 h. ago B.C. seniors’ centre grapples with booming demand, tight budget

For just $40 a year, members get access to a place to come socialize or play a game, to take an inexpensive class or to get a meal, but rising costs are making that harder.

Technology

8 h. ago Lethbridge police chief accused of breaking health rules during pandemic has complaint dismissed

In his decision, Presiding Officer Brett Carlson concluded the chief did not mean to break the rules, apologized and didn't do it again.

Science

9 h. ago Get moving outside with free outdoor fitness at the YMCA June 16

Try a class for free at any YMCA health, fitness and aquatics centre in Edmonton EDMONTON, Alberta, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the weather gets warmer, many people are looking for fun ways to get active outside. From June 16-21, outdoor group fitness, walking and running groups are being offered at no cost […]

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10 h. ago Senate Republicans Release Revised Tax Cuts and Debt Limit Bill

Senate Republicans would cut trillions of dollars in taxes for households in their version of President Donald Trump’s signature economic package, a plan that comes at the expense of curbing health coverage for some low-income Americans and adding to US deficits.

Economics

11 h. ago Victoria unveils new community safety plan, 2 years in the making

The 79-page plan includes dozens of recommendations for all three levels of government, broken into categories including housing, health care, service delivery and policing.

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11 h. ago Mitch Marner's breakup with the Toronto Maple Leafs is getting messy

The latest twist in the ongoing breakup between Mitch Marner and the Toronto Maple Leafs appears to have hit the non-profit sector.According to YYZSportsMedia's Jonah Sigel, Marner's charity — known as the Marner Assist Foundation — is cancelling its annual summer event in Toronto, originally set for next month."After thoughtful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year's event, scheduled for July 10 and 11. The uncertainty around Mitch's summer schedule makes it challenging to plan responsibly. Out of respect for the time and commitment of our partners and supporters, we feel it's best to make this decision now," the statement read as shared by Sigel. "While we are disappointed not to come together this year, the Foundation will continue to honour all its commitments to charitable partners. We remain deeply grateful for the community."Multiple reports have suggested that conversation has ceased be...

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12 h. ago John Rustad accuses former B.C. Conservative MLAs of blackmail

In a letter, Rustad tells the Conservative caucus that their former colleagues and staff are threatening to release 'blackmail materials,' including secret phone recordings and text messages

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13 h. ago Man charged in assault on Winnipeg Transit supervisors, police say

A 23-year-old Winnipeg man is in custody after an attack on a pair of transit supervisors on a bus Saturday, police say.

Events

13 h. ago Biocodex Microbiota Foundation invites Canadian academics and scientists to apply for €35,000 research grant

The objective is to advance microbiota’s role study in human health & diseases MONTREAL, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Biocodex Microbiota Foundation, an organization founded by Biocodex and dedicated to inspiring scientific projects that explore the microbiome, is calling for grant proposals from innovative researchers at Canadian institutions. Biocodex Microbiota Foundation is pleased to announce the initiation […]

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13 h. ago A baby toothbrush sold at Dollarama is being recalled over ‘defect’

The Oracare Baby Brush is being recalled due to a manufacturing defect that can cause it to break into two pieces posing a choking hazard.

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14 h. ago Airdrie woman killed in head on collision with semi truck near Drumheller Saturday

Passersby tried to save woman trapped in burning pick up truck

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14 h. ago UK ’shied away’ from ethnicity of grooming gangs in child sex abuse inquiries, report finds

The government announced Saturday that it will hold a national inquiry into organized child sexual abuse

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14 h. ago Patient Advocates to Issue Formal Complaint on Behalf of Patients Charged User Fees at Private Clinics

Attn: Newsdesk/Assignment Editor TORONTO, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Ontario Health Coalition will be joined by patients from across Ontario in a press conference (by Zoom) as they announce that they have filed formal complaints on behalf of patients charged user fees for health care at private clinics. When the Ford government redirected […]

Science

16 h. ago SAIF Partners Files Definitive Proxy Materials in Connection with Sinovac Biotech 2025 Special Meeting of Shareholders; Nominates Ten Highly Qualified Director Candidates to the Board

Sends Open Letter to Sinovac Shareholders Calling for a New Board to End Years of Chaos at Sinovac SAIF Nominees Will Work to Resolve Costly Legal Battles, Take Action to Resume Stock Trading after Six-Year Halt, and Facilitate Distribution of Cash That Rightfully Belongs to Shareholders Urges Sinovac Shareholders to VOTE the GOLD Proxy Card […]

Culture

16 h. ago Today's letters: Canada Post is the backbone of charitable contributions

Monday, June 16: The postal service is far from irrelevant, one letter-writer says, while others lament long delivery delays. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

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16 h. ago Bills, business highlight whirlwind week as MPs prepare for summer break

The abbreviated spring session that began May 26 is set to wrap this Friday — maybe

Economics

17 h. ago Mitch Marner is reportedly ghosting Toronto Maple Leafs in contract talks

Mitch Marner and the Toronto Maple Leafs appear to be in the silent treatment portion of what's looking like a messy breakup between the star and the team.According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman on the latest edition of the 32 Thoughts podcast, the two parties aren't exactly on speaking terms, with Marner slated to hit free agency next month."Marner's camp is not engaged with [the Leafs]. And I think everybody knows the way this is going to be heading — that on July 1, he's gonna go out there, he's going to hit the market, he's going to pick a team, he's going to set a contract, and he's not coming back to Toronto," Friedman said.The sports journalist added the Anaheim Ducks, Carolina Hurricanes, Los Angeles Kings and Vegas Golden Knights as possible teams interested in Marner, who is coming off a six-year deal worth $10.93 million USD per season.FanDuel Sports Network's Andy Strickland had...

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17 h. ago Nature Play Fest encourages Alberta families to explore the outdoors

From foam sword battles to mini horses, Nature Play Fest in Lethbridge, Alta., on Saturday gave families a chance to unplug, play outside and connect with nature and the community.

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