51 m. ago Opinion: Ottawa is underfunding pharmacare and dental care, exacerbating current inequities

As presently implemented, these programs satisfy few Canadians’ expectations or needs

Transport

2 h. ago Russia Attacks Ukraine’s Central Regions as US Envoy in Kyiv

Russia launched a massive drone attack on Ukraine’s central regions overnight, hitting mostly civilian infrastructure and industrial enterprises.

Events

4 h. ago Bitget Launchpool to List Eclipse (E) with over 1.5M in Token Rewards

VICTORIA, Seychelles, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange, and Web3 company has announced the listing of Eclipse (ES) in the Innovation Zone, for spot trading. Besides being available for spot trading, Bitget will launch an exclusive Launchpool rewards campaign with up to 1,511,494 ES up for grabs. Spot trading for […]

Other

4 h. ago Drones Hit DNO Oil Fields in North Iraq in Latest Attack Spree

Two oil fields operated by DNO ASA in northern Iraq were attacked by drones on Wednesday, a third such hit on energy installations in the region this week.

Events

5 h. ago 4Moving Biotech Enrolls First Patient in Phase 2a Trial of 4P004, a Potential First

– First patient enrolled in INFLAM MOTION, a global randomized Phase 2a trial including 129 knee osteoarthritis patients – 4P004 to be evaluated over 3 months for dual efficacy: symptom relief and synovial health improvement via contrast-enhanced MRI – Topline results expected in the second half of 2026 LILLE, France & PARIS — 4Moving Biotech […]

Science

9 h. ago What you need to know to understand air quality warnings in Canada

The Air Quality Health Index helps people understand the current air quality; the bigger the number, the higher the risk to your health

Other

9 h. ago Okanagan bakery raises funds for family of Bailey McCourt, mother killed in hammer attack

Cupcasions Handheld Dessert Specialists Inc. was extremely busy on Tuesday selling cupcakes to raise money for the family of Bailey McCourt.

Events

9 h. ago Stabbing of health care worker outside VGH the latest in long list of attacks

A Vancouver General Hospital health care worker was stabbed multiple times while walking to her car Monday night

Society

9 h. ago Opinion: Seniors, health care and housing — the crisis few Canadians are talking about

Dr. Roger Wong: Seniors are now more likely to face homelessness than youth and non-senior adults, according to data from the federal government.

Science

10 h. ago Barrett Family Foundation Makes Historic Gift to Help Build Extraordinary in Healthcare

TORONTO, July 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a defining moment for healthcare, the Barrett Family Foundation has made a transformative donation to St. Joseph’s Health Centre—part of Unity Health Toronto—to create the Barrett Centre for Quality Improvement (BCQI). This incredible act of generosity enables one of the most ambitious quality improvement programs ever undertaken […]

Science

14 h. ago Repare Therapeutics Enters Exclusive Worldwide Licensing Agreement with Debiopharm for Lunresertib

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. & MONTREAL — Repare Therapeutics Inc. (“Repare” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: RPTX), a clinical-stage precision oncology company, today announced it has entered into an exclusive worldwide licensing agreement with Debiopharm International S.A. (“Debiopharm”), a privately-owned, Swiss-based biopharmaceutical company aiming to establish tomorrow’s standards of care to cure cancer and infectious diseases, for lunresertib, […]

Other

14 h. ago EU threatens U.S. planes and whiskey while pressing for deal

BRUSSELS — Brussels plans to target U.S. goods including planes, cars and whiskey if trade talks with Washington fail, according to a list seen by AFP on Tuesday, as the bloc renewed its push for a deal. Trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic was to talk to U.S. counterpart Jamieson Greer Tuesday, a day after speaking with […]

Other

14 h. ago ‘Entirely preventable’: Manitoba health experts alarmed by rising measles cases

With 130 confirmed cases of measles in Manitoba at last official count, health experts in the province are raising alarms about the potential for the disease to continue to spread.

Science

14 h. ago Two Ontario cities made list of best places in the world for students

A new ranking reveals that several Canadian cities are among the top 100 destinations for students looking to study abroad.QS, a higher education analyst, has released its latest Best Student Cities 2026 ranking, a list of the top places for students seeking to relocate for higher education.Cities are scored based on six categories: university rankings, student mix, desirability, employer activity, affordability and student view.Four Canadian cities have secured spots in the top 100, standing out as desirable destinations for international students.This year, the top 10 destinations are mostly comprised of cities in Asia and Europe, with Seoul jumping two spots to number one as the most desirable city to study, boasting an overall score of 100 due to its affordability and employment opportunities. Tokyo retains its second spot for the second year, followed by London in third place."There has been significant movement among the top 20 cities," reads the repor...

Other

15 h. ago Steel barriers to protect Vancouver fireworks crowds, police say

VANCOUVER — Vancouver police say the annual Celebration of Light fireworks competition that begins Saturday will be protected by steel barriers to prevent vehicle incursions in the most crowded areas. The competition on English Bay is expected to involve the city’s biggest public gatherings since the deadly vehicle attack on the Lapu Lapu festival in […]

Events

15 h. ago Farm Stand Program success sees more than a half dozen new locations around Calgary

The program that brings local growers face to face with Calgarians is seeing so much success that seven new locations have been added to the growing list of stands throughout the summer.

Other

16 h. ago Bear cubs orphaned after mom shot in Maple Ridge have been rescued by B.C. wildlife group

The bear was shot after it attacked a Maple Ridge woman, who was left with a head wound after being struck by the black bear.

Events

17 h. ago CNE offering deluxe ticket option for 2025 and the cost may shock you

Among the 1.6 million people who look forward to closing out their summer with the iconic Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) in Toronto each year, there are many who hold the long-running event particularly close to their heart, whether because it's their first time, their hundredth time, a family tradition, or for some other reason.For those superfans, first-timers and anyone else looking for an extra-special CNE experience, there is a new ticket option to splurge on in 2025 for the ultimate day of summer fun.For the first time in its 146-year history, the Ex now boasts a fancy VIP ticket package, which has a jam-packed list of inclusions for attendees.The CNE returns to Toronto next month and here's what's coming for 2025https://t.co/Apl0g6fm2L— blogTO (@blogTO) July 7, 2025 With each VIP ticket, you get admission to the CNE grounds and unlimited rides (yes, you heard that right), along with a fast pass to skip all of the lineups, ...

Economics

17 h. ago Multiple people injured in collision at Memorial Drive and Deerfoot Trail

Emergency crews responded to a serious injury collision at Memorial Drive N.E. and northbound Deerfoot Trail N.E. at approximately 9 a.m. on Tuesday. One person was taken to hospital in life-threatening condition but has since been upgraded to stable condition. Two others from another vehicle sustained non-life-threatening injuries, according to police. According to Alberta Health […]

Events

18 h. ago Winnipeg cops seek suspects in Pembina Highway robbery, stabbing

Winnipeg police are looking for a pair of suspects after a robbery and stabbing on Pembina Highway Sunday night put a man in hospital with serious injuries.

Events