48 h. ago KINSELLA: The greatest threat we face in Canada comes from Islamic extremists

But the relentless refrain from Ottawa is that the bigger threat is from the far Right – not the Islamists

Economics

3 d. ago Varcoe: Enbridge CEO says new oil pipeline proposal would have to be pretty concrete 'to dare take the risk again’

Enbridge CEO Greg Ebel said Canada needs to pick up the pace when it comes to getting projects approved and built

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3 d. ago Varcoe: Once bitten, twice shy — Enbridge CEO says Ottawa needs to play ball on proposed pipeline

Enbridge CEO Greg Ebel said Canada needs to pick up the pace when it comes to getting projects approved and built

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8 d. ago Which Starbucks locations are closing in Ottawa? More than a dozen shutdowns

Starbucks closures from Bank and McLeod to Hunt Club are cutting into local coffee routines. Here’s what we've confirmed so far.

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8 d. ago Group representing thousands of prosecutors condemns Edmonton police criticism of Crown in child homicide case

A group representing thousands of Crown prosecutors across Canada has come out against the Edmonton Police Service’s decision to publicly criticize a plea agreement in a child homicide case. Last week, the Canadian Association of Crown Counsel (CACC) issued a statement saying it was “deeply troubled” by EPS’s letter to the provincial official in charge […]

Events

1 week ago United Steelworkers union frustrated by Starbucks’ closure of unionized Alder Crossing store in Surrey

BURNABY, British Columbia, Sept. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The United Steelworkers union (USW) is expressing frustration and shock following Starbucks’ decision today to close its unionized Alder Crossing store in Surrey, B.C., this coming weekend. The Alder Crossing location, situated in a busy retail corridor off King George Boulevard, has long been a thriving […]

Society

1 week ago Starbucks closures throughout Canada and the U.S. coming due to $1B restructuring, says CEO

The company expects to end the fiscal year ending with one per cent fewer stores in North America

Economics

1 week 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 ‘Reality has changed:’ Federal government announces end to door

Canada Post will now have 45 days to come up with a plan to put the recommendations into place

Politics

1 week ago Canada Population Growth Rate Near Zero on Immigration Curbs

Once a runaway train, Canada’s immigration-driven population growth has come to a grinding halt.

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1 week ago CIGARETTE CESSATION: Mark Carney should embrace Conservative idea to help cut smoking

WATCH: Sun columnist Jay Goldberg on how Conservatives want nicotine pouches to be once again sold in convenience stores in Canada as a form of harm reduction when it comes to smoking. Will the Liberals agree. What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below or send us a Letter to […]

Transport

2 w. ago Humanitarian Nonprofit Human Appeal Canada to Host Second Annual Comedy Tour

Joy and Impact Unleashed as Comedy Tour Funds Critical Relief for Those in Need TORONTO, Sept. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Humanitarian aid nonprofit, Human Appeal Canada, is kicking off their second annual comedy takeover tour featuring famous comedians to raise money in support of Human Appeal’s emergency appeals to deliver life-saving food, clean water […]

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2 w. ago GOLDSTEIN: How Canada’s electric vehicle dream became a nightmare

Federal and provincial taxpayers are stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to the future of electric vehicle production in Canada. At stake is the future of up to $52.5 billion the federal, Ontario and Quebec governments have earmarked since 2020 to create an EV vehicle and battery supply chain in […]

Transport

2 w. ago Why Canadian stocks could be in a sweet spot as markets churn higher

The Week in Stocks: Intel's powerful backers, Tesla's big comeback and where Brian Belski sees opportunity in Canada

Economics

2 w. ago Vinni Lettieri hopes it’s ‘veni, vidi, vici’ in job hunt with Leafs

In signing with the Maple Leafs, Vinni Lettieri wanted a market that “lived and breathed hockey”. That’s because his family already lived in that bubble, long before he was born. The grandson of Minnesota North Stars’ player/coach/exec Lou Nanne and son of Team Canada World Cup soccer goalie Tino Lettieri has come to the right place, […]

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2 w. ago Opinion: In the gripping drama that is The Trade War, act three is the one to watch

Matthew Holmes: If the trade war with the U.S. is a three-act play, then Canada's best hope for resolution will come in the third act: the CUSMA review

Economics

2 w. ago Wine Growers Canada Brings Come Over October™ 2025 to Canada

National Campaign Builds on International Success of Wine’s Social Connection Movement Ottawa, Sept. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wine Growers Canada (WGC) today announced the launch of Come Over October™ 2025, bringing this celebrated international campaign to wine lovers across Canada. Created in 2024 by Come Together—A Community for Wine, a U.S.-based organization co-founded by […]

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2 w. ago Will interest rates come down? The Bank of Canada is about to decide

The Bank of Canada is widely anticipated to cut interest rates on Wednesday after weak reports on unemployment and economic growth, as well as signs of cooling inflation.

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2 w. ago Canada’s Leaders in STEM Education Come Together for Science Literacy Week 2025

OTTAWA, Ontario, Sept. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian Association of Science Centres (CASC) is bringing together STEM educators and engagement leaders from across Canada to celebrate Science Literacy Week. Taking place from October 6 – 12, 2025, Science Literacy Week is a national communications campaign, presented by CASC in partnership with educators, CASC […]

Politics

3 w. ago There are 4 places in the GTA that cost more to live in than Toronto

When it comes to the cost of living in Canada, Toronto often takes the spotlight as one of the priciest places to call home. With its bustling downtown core, soaring condo prices, and ever-rising rent, it's no surprise many assume it tops the charts for affordability challenges, but this isn't quite the case. One would be forgiven for thinking that Toronto is the most expensive city in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), but other cities in the region regularly top the 416 in average cost of living. A recent MoneySense report reveals four cities that surpass Toronto among the most expensive places to live in the GTA, and a couple of them don't come as a huge surprise to anyone paying attention to regional home prices and the increase in living costs. Richmond HillAn aerial view of a residential street in Richmond Hill. Photo by liran finzi sokolovski/Shutterstock. According to the report, Richmond Hill leads the pack amo...

Economics