22 h. ago Canada Post union says latest contract offer is step backwards

The union representing Canada Post workers says the Crown corporation is taking a major step backwards with its latest contract offers. In a statement released Friday, the union says it is disappointed with an offer that includes less than one it rejected in August. Canada Post tabled an offer Friday that included many terms from […]

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42 h. ago Canada Post tables new offers to union that include job cut provisions

Canada Post’s latest contract offers to striking postal workers has many of the same terms as its “final offers” in May, but removes a signing bonus and now has provisions related to job cuts expected ahead. The offers presented Friday come a little over a week after the federal government announced plans to transform the […]

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3 d. ago You can now get free beer and wine on all Air Canada flights

Good news for those travelling in the near future, as Air Canada has just revealed it will be expanding its complimentary beer and wine offerings to all flights.Air Canada now offers complimentary beer, wine and Canadian-made snacks on all flights, including those to Mexico and the Caribbean.Last year, the Canadian airline began offering complimentary drinks on flights across Canada and the U.S., as well as internationally.Flights to Mexico and the Caribbean were previously excluded from the offer, but as of Sept. 1, this has now been expanded to include all Air Canada flights.Among those sips offered for free are beers such as Hop Valley, Creemore Springs Premium Lager, Molson Canadian, and Coors Light, as well as red and white wines from Paul Mas.Air Canada is also the only Canadian airline to offer non-alcoholic beer in-flight, with the addition of Heineken 0.0.The Canadian airline has also added some new snacks to its flights. For those travelling before 10 a.m., MadeGood M...

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3 d. ago Ontario takes 7 of Canada's top 8 places to buy a home right now

If you're actively pursuing your goal of home ownership in Ontario, you might already be in one of the most ideal markets in Canada to turn those dreams into reality. According to a Zoocasa report released on Wednesday, major cities across Canada, including many in Ontario, are becoming more buyer-friendly, whereas smaller, more affordable regions are swinging in favour of sellers. The real estate agency analyzed which markets provided the best prospects based on the latest sales-to-new listing ratios, which were based on the respective local real estate boards' August 2025 data. This ratio, Zoocasa explains, is a "key indicator of market conditions," with a higher ratio (above 60 per cent) signalling a seller's market, while a lower one (below 40 per cent) indicates a buyer's market. Source: Zoocasa. The report found that the GTA is now one of Canada's clearest buyer-friendly markets, with its ratio falling from 40 per cen...

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5 d. ago Free event at Toronto park to honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Na-Me-Res, a non-profit organization in Toronto that helps unhoused Indigenous men access outreach programs and secure permanent housing in the city, is hosting its annual Day of Remembrance ceremony at Hillcrest Park to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada.The event will feature traditional elements, including a sacred fire, a sunrise ceremony, and a drumming circle. There will also be speeches from the community that highlight the struggles of children and families impacted by residential schools, and honour these victims and their strength and resilience.This assembly will mark the fourth annual Day of Remembrance gathering hosted by Na-Me-Res, a free event open to anyone who wants to learn more about the country's Métis, Inuit, and First Nations peoples.Na-Me-Res's 3rd annual Day of Remembrance ceremony in September 2024.The Day of Remembrance ceremony will take place on September 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hillcr...

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6 d. ago It’s now thinkable that Carney and co. don’t want Israel to win: Full Comment podcast

No military in history has been as careful as Israel to minimize civilian casualties in war; no country has been criticized for it like Israel has — including by Canada. That’s the assessment of guests Richard Kemp and John Spencer, former military men and two of the highest authorities on urban warfare. They explain to […]

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9 d. ago Starbucks announces massive layoffs and store closures including Canada

Starbucks will be closing hundreds of stores and laying off hundreds of employees in Canada and the United States, according to an announcement on Thursday.In a message to employees, Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol shared two decisions the company has made in support of its "Back to Starbucks" plan.After reviewing the coffee chain's North America portfolio, Niccol said they identified stores that weren't performing well financially."These locations will be closed," he wrote. "Each year, we open and close coffeehouses for a variety of reasons, from financial performance to lease expirations. This is a more significant action that we understand will impact partners and customers."The CEO stated that the company will be closing about one per cent of Starbucks locations across Canada and the U.S. At the end of June, the company had 18,734 stores in North America. According to Niccol, this will be cut down to 18,300 stores by the end of September.In ...

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1 week ago Global economies including Canada are stable, but tariffs weighing: OECD

A new report shows the global economic outlook for the year is better than previously thought, but still cautious because of the evolving tariff landscape.

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1 week ago Major international discount chain opening first store in Toronto

Get your shopping cart ready, because a global discount chain — which has often been described as Temu in real life — is gearing up to open its first location right here in Toronto. Established in 2010, Panda Mart is a South African discount retailer known for carrying low-cost household goods, home decor, furniture, beauty products, stationery, and accessories. The global brand is preparing to open its very first store in North America in Scarborough at 768 Warden Ave. this week. The 120,000-square-foot store, which was previously home to a Rona, is set to carry over 30,000 products across all its categories.     View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Panda Mart Canada (@pandamart.canada)Since launching in South Africa, the brand's presence has grown to 40 stores across 12 countries, including Australia, New Zealand, and now Canada. The retai...

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1 week ago James Scongack: What the federal budget should include to secure Canada’s future

The Green Ribbon Panel believes the next 100 days will provide a unique opportunity for Canada’s new government to take decisive action

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1 week ago Roots Unveils New Locations Across Canada, Blending Modern Design with Iconic Heritage

TORONTO — Building on its evolution as a premium lifestyle brand, Roots (“Roots” or the “Company”) (TSX: ROOT) has been engaging in store refreshes across Canada this year. Highlights include the opening of its newest flagship in Vancouver, and the launch of its first-ever pilot concept store in Toronto. Blending heritage with innovation, refreshes showcase […]

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1 week ago Something is happening with the enormous $300M Russian plane seized by Canada

Something may finally be happening with the gargantuan cargo plane that has sat on the tarmac at Toronto Pearson International Airport for over three years.Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 was met by harsh sanctions and restrictions from Western nations, including Canada closing off its airspace to Russian-flagged aircraft. This move would result in the years-long grounding of an Antonov An-124 'Ruslan,' registered to Volga Dnepr Airlines, one of the heaviest aircraft in the world.Valued at approximately $300 million, the stranded cargo plane had been stored mostly undisturbed for over three years along the east edge of the tarmac, close to Silver Dart Dr., attracting gawking passersby and racking up a massive bill in the process.Canada moved to formally seize the aircraft in mid-2023, though its seizure, along with a plan to transfer the behemoth to Ukraine, is the subject of ongoing legal action from the An-124's private owner.The seizu...

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2 w. ago Canada officially recognizes Palestinian state ahead of UNGA

Other major international allies, including the U.K. and Australia, joined Canada in recognizing an independent Palestinian state.

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2 w. ago U.S. tariffs on Canadian autos, parts jumped to US$380 million in July: report

Canadian vehicle and auto part exports faced more than US$380 million in tariffs in July, a sharp jump from previous months as U.S. levies kicked in. A data analysis released last week by Anderson Economic Group showed US$1.1 billion in tariffs were imposed on assembled vehicles from Canada and Mexico in July, including more than […]

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2 w. ago Eby says ‘unfairness needs to be addressed’ when it comes to federal ferry funding

OTTAWA — British Columbia Premier David Eby says concerns over a federal loan being used to buy ferries from a Chinese company are “bizarre” given the amount of money Ottawa spends on ferries in Eastern Canada. The premier is in Ottawa for a series of meetings including with newly appointed Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon, where […]

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2 w. ago Republican alleges FBI has names of Epstein clients, including billionaire Canadian

WASHINGTON — A Republican lawmaker on Wednesday alleged the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation has the names of some of the late Jeffrey Epstein’s clients, including a “billionaire from Canada.” Rep. Thomas Massie made the claim during a House Judiciary Committee hearing where he pushed FBI Director Kash Patel to release more documents related to […]

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3 w. ago Toronto getting new flights to major European and Asian destinations next summer

If you've already started to map out your summer vacation for 2026, you'll thankfully have two new routes out of Toronto to Europe and Asia to choose from. On Wednesday, Air Canada announced its international network for summer 2026, including the reestablishment of non-stop flights from Toronto to Budapest and Shanghai. Flights to Hungary's capital officially launch on June 5, 2026, and depart Pearson Airport on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 9:55 p.m. Returning flights depart Budapest at 1:15 p.m. and arrive in Toronto at 3:15 p.m. local time on Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Going Global! For Summer 2026, we’re going global with new flights to Catania, Italy from @yulaeroport, Budapest and Shanghai from @TorontoPearson. From @yvrairport, our Bangkok service will now be year-round.Learn more: https://t.co/ouZ8dFIYlY pic.twitter.com/AbxhjkYHCf— Air Canada (@AirCanada) September 10, 2025Known as the most populou...

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3 w. ago Federal government says it has found almost 500 ways to cut red tape

OTTAWA — The federal government says it has found almost 500 ways to streamline regulations and cut costs following a 60-day red tape review exercise. Departments and agencies have published reports identifying measures to make them more efficient and eliminate complicated or redundant regulations or processes. Examples include a Canada Border Services Agency proposal to […]

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3 w. ago Canada issues travel advisory for Indonesia including vacation hot spot Bali

Canada has updated its travel advisory for Indonesia, including Bali, urging Canadians to take extra precautions when travelling.If you're planning a trip to Indonesia or the popular tourist destination of Bali, it's important to stay on top of the latest travel advice from the government. On Sept. 5, the Government of Canada updated the entry and exit requirements, warning travellers of visa scams."There is an increase in visa scams in Indonesia, including in Bali," reads the statement.The government is advising travellers not to accept unsolicited offers for visa extensions. Doing so could put visitors at risk of overstaying their visa or lead to serious legal consequences, such as fines, deportation, or re-entry bans."Never hand over your passport to individuals or agencies claiming to offer visa services," the advisory warns. "Use official government channels to manage or renew visas and ensure your information and documents remain secure.&q...

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