67 m. ago Houser: Great Lakes 'rip currents' difficult to spot, potentially deadly

Vacationers and day visitors need to be aware of the potential for rip currents and rough surf at Great Lakes beaches

Events

4 h. ago Air quality concerns delay kickoff between Saskatchewan Roughriders, Calgary Stampeders

Concerns over air quality relating to wildfire smoke has delayed kickoff between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Calgary Stampeders at Mosaic Stadium.

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4 h. ago Trump tours Texas flood sites, defends officials amid mounting questions about response

July 4 disaster killed at least 129 people and left more than 170 missing

Events

5 h. ago Two motorcyclists die from crashes on Highway 7, County Road 2

Two motorcyclists died Friday from injuries in crashes five days apart. On Friday, a 71-year-old man from Ottawa died following a single-vehicle crash at about 9 a.m. on Highway 7 between Kaladar and Sharbot Lake. The rider was transported to hospital, but succumbed to his injuries. Highway 7 was closed for several hours between Arden […]

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5 h. ago ‘Who really is in charge of the waterways?’: B.C. boy’s death prompts call for change

Lionel Hall was killed on June 7 when a speedboat struck two children who were being towed on an inner tube in Burrard Inlet off Cates Park in North Vancouver.

Events

5 h. ago Boil water advisory issued for parts of St. Thomas after bacteria detected

Southwestern Public Health on Friday urged residents in parts of St. Thomas to boil their water before use after samples tested positive for bacteria. The advisory, issued at 4 p.m., applies to all users on East Avenue, Chester Street, West Avenue, Devonshire Place, Balflour Street, Ada Street, Parkside Drive, Bell Drive, Henry Street, Glenbanner Street, […]

Culture

6 h. ago Small sewage overflow into Ottawa River won't affect water quality at beaches, officials say

A system malfunction put raw sewage into the Ottawa River, but the amount isn't considered serious.

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7 h. ago Carney to recuse himself from dealings with over 100 companies in sprawling government conflict screen

The screen means that Carney cannot be involved in 'any official matters or decision-making processes' that would further either his or the interests of the 103 companies

Politics

9 h. ago Yukon Metals Announces Issuance of Warrants to the Tū Łídlīni Dena Council in Connection With Exploration Agreement

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Yukon Metals Corp. (CSE: YMC, FSE: E770, OTCQB: YMMCF) (“Yukon Metals” or the “Company”) announces that it has agreed to enter into an exploration agreement (the “Agreement”) with the Tū Łídlīni Dena Council (the “Council”) with respect to the Company’s Star River project. In connection with […]

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9 h. ago Alberta, Ottawa putting $203M to building over 2,300 new affordable housing units

The province said the funding will go to 25 projects and see more than 2,300 units built, ranging from student housing in Edmonton to units in Calgary for the homeless.

Economics

9 h. ago Ottawa providing $16 million for Maritimes electricity distribution, solar projects

The funds will go toward improvements to the electricity grid, carbon capture technologies and the expansion of wind and solar power projects.

Economics

9 h. ago Developer Urges Trump Not to Kill $11 Billion Midwest Power Line

Invenergy, a closely-held power developer, is calling on the Trump Administration to affirm its commitment to a $11 billion power line in the US Midwest after a US Senator from Missouri said he’s secured a pledge from federal officials to halt the project.

Economics

10 h. ago Le bras droit de Robert Miller face à des accusations de proxénétisme et d’attouchement sexuel sur mineur

Raymond Poulet doit comparaître prochainement pour être officiellement accusé de 10 chefs au criminel.

Other

10 h. ago What different looks will the sagging Ottawa Redblacks have for soaring Hamilton Tiger

Two players who were declared their team’s Most Outstanding Rookie in 2024 will have important starting roles for the Ottawa Redblacks (1-4) when they visit the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (2-2) for a critical division clash Saturday night. The more familiar to most CFL fans will be Kalil (The Thrill) Pimpleton, who, along with his responsibilities as […]

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10 h. ago Chemical maker DuPont agrees to $27M settlement in polluted water lawsuit in upstate New York

HOOSICK FALLS, N.Y. (AP) — Chemical maker DuPont has agreed to a $27 million settlement to resolve a nearly decade-long lawsuit over the contamination of an upstate New York village’s water supply. The deal was announced Wednesday by lawyers representing residents of Hoosick Falls, located northwest of Albany, just as the case was headed to […]

Economics

11 h. ago Canadian border officials say two brothers have pleaded guilty in cross

CBSA officers say the smuggling resulted in the attempted evasion of approximately $17.5 million in duties and taxes

Other

11 h. ago Detainees describe worms in food, sewage near beds inside ’Alligator Alcatraz’

MIAMI (AP) — Worms in the food. Toilets that don’t flush, flooding floors with fecal waste. Days without a shower or prescription medicine. Mosquitoes and insects everywhere. Lights on all night. Air conditioners that suddenly shut off in the tropical heat. Detainees forced to use recorded phone lines to speak with their lawyers and loved […]

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11 h. ago Carney convoquera son cabinet mardi pour une réunion d’urgence

Le premier ministre veut discuter des nouvelles menaces tarifaires annoncées jeudi soir par le président américain.

Transport

12 h. ago Opinion: It’s not about eight units. It’s about doing infill right.

The recent debate at Edmonton city council over mid-block zoning has been mischaracterized as a numbers game: eight units versus six or four. But it was never just about unit counts. The real issue has always been about how to build density well, respecting neighbourhood context, ensuring quality, and integrating with local character. City administration, […]

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12 h. ago Walmart recalls 850,000 water bottles after ejecting caps led to vision loss

NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart is recalling about 850,000 stainless steel water bottles because the lid can “forcefully eject” and unexpectedly strike consumers — resulting in permanent vision loss for two people to date. The recall covers Walmart’s “Ozark Trail 64 oz Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottles,” which have been sold at the chain’s stores […]

Culture