1 hour ago World’s first quantum computing super hub boots up in Lethbridge

A high-tech computing platform has launched in southern Alberta with a goal of aiding businesses in the area before expanding across the world.

Politics

3 h. ago Peter Dey Announces Retirement from Gran Tierra’s Board of Directors

CALGARY, Alberta, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (“Gran Tierra” or the “Company”) (NYSE American:GTE)(TSX:GTE)(LSE:GTE) today announced that, for personal reasons, Peter Dey will be stepping down from the Board of Gran Tierra at the end of June 2025. Peter has agreed to make himself available to consult with the Board […]

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3 h. ago Calgary Stampeders rock star Dedrick Mills 'a whole lot better' after tragic 2024 CFL season

Best friend's death, off-season surgery now behind team-leading rusher in his bid for 1,000-yard campaign

Events

4 h. ago Voix de l’Amérique: l’administration Trump formalise le renvoi massif des employés

L’administration Trump annonce vendredi avoir notifié à des centaines d’employés de la radio publique Voice of America (VOA) leur renvoi.

Society

4 h. ago Edmonton byelections will be telling about where support for the Alberta NDP falls: expert

One political observer says while the Alberta NDP is projected to keep its Edmonton fortress in Monday’s provincial byelection, the margin of victory will be an indication of whether or not support for the party is waning. Byelections are being held in two Edmonton ridings — Edmonton-Strathcona and Edmonton-Ellerslie — as well as in Olds-Didsbury-Three […]

Politics

4 h. ago Edmonton byelections will be telling about where support for the Alberta NDP falls: analyst

One political observer says while the Alberta NDP is projected to keep its Edmonton fortress in Monday’s provincial byelection, the margin of victory will be an indication of whether or not support for the party is waning. Byelections are being held in two Edmonton ridings — Edmonton-Strathcona and Edmonton-Ellerslie — as well as in Olds-Didsbury-Three […]

Politics

4 h. ago As Strike Continues, OCEU Sends Letter to Ministers and Engages in Productive Discussion with Labour Minister Piccini

TORONTO — As the WSIB strike enters its second month, there is renewed hope for progress. The Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750) has sent a formal letter to Labour Minister David Piccini and Treasury Board President Caroline Mulroney, urging them to end government interference in bargaining and help bring a fair resolution to the […]

Politics

4 h. ago CRIME SCENE: York cops release images of unclaimed stolen property

Investigators have released images of stolen property recovered during Project Mattel – an probe into a series of residential break-and-enters across York Region. York Regional Police say the investigation was launched in March 2025 into an organized crime group allegedly committing break-and-enters with multiple checks on residences to ensure no one was home before gaining […]

Events

4 h. ago M&A in Canadian oil and gas accelerating: ‘We see a lot of consolidation’ says Keyera CEO

Observers say a wave of consolidation is underway in the oilpatch

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5 h. ago SHAPIRO: Israel’s stunning victory over Iran and two big lies debunked

This week, Israel finally unleashed its firepower against Iran’s nuclear program in a devastating feat of intelligence work, technological competence and war planning. The Israelis not only caught the Iranian regime flatfooted, but they devastated Iran’s war-making capacity, degrading Iran’s missile launchers by half, its nuclear program by up to 90% and its top military […]

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5 h. ago Two Niagara Region women latest charged in alleged sex trafficking ring

Two Niagara Region women now face charges for their alleged involvement in a sex trafficking ring that operated across Ontario. Peel Regional Police and Halton Regional Police launched an investigation in October 2024 after two females who were not known to each other alleged they had been sexually trafficked throughout the Golden Horseshoe area with […]

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6 h. ago B.C. government earmarks more money to target repeat offenders, violent crime

The Special Investigation and Targeted Enforcement (SITE) program launched in March 2023 and has supported 148 police operations in 28 communities throughout the province.

Events

6 h. ago Meta Launches $399 Oakley AI Glasses With 3K Video Recording

Meta Platforms Inc. is going up-market with its surprise hit smart glasses, rolling out new models with Oakley that are aimed at athletes and include improved video recording.

Economics

7 h. ago Sixteen billion passwords may have been stolen. Here’s how to protect yourself

A Lithuanian cybersecurity news outlet says it uncovered a leak of 16 billion passwords that may grant access to Apple, Google, Facebook accounts and more. Cybernews warns the data is “a blueprint for mass exploitation” because it could give cybercriminals unprecedented access to information that can be used for account takeovers, identity theft and highly […]

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8 h. ago Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Kicks Off the Summer with BOGO Baker Deal

Indulge in the Ultimate Summer Feast – Get a Free Baker on June 20, 2025, In-Store, Online, or via the Dickey’s App Dallas, TX, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is launching the summer season with an irresistible Buy One, Get One Free (BOGO) Baker offer, available on Friday, June 20, 2025. […]

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9 h. ago Toronto restaurant with Michelin nod opens offshoot for its famous burgers

The team behind a Michelin-recommended Toronto restaurant just made an unexpected move: opening a new burger joint in the city.Names like Rasa and Sara — at least in the context of food — usually conjure up images of chic interiors, artfully plated dishes and pristine cocktails served in paper-thin crystal glasses. It's that exact commitment to refinement and luxury that has earned them both spots on Toronto's Michelin Guide, after all; Sara with a recommendation and Rasa with a Bib Gourmand.The latest venture from The Food Dudes Group, the team behind both celebrated spots, is treading into more casual territory, though. How juicy.For their next trick, The Food Dudes have launched Rasa Burger, an offshoot of Rasa based entirely around a dish (and I bet you can guess which one it is) that's been one of the restaurant's best-sellers since its inception."Rasa has been around for over a decade, and two dishes have really st...

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9 h. ago Toronto getting new direct flight to sprawling metropolis where Europe meets Asia

Looking to take a Turkish getaway? Air Transat's new route just made your next vacation a whole lot easier. The airline is launching a new non-stop route between Toronto and Istanbul, which will cut down travel time and offer a direct way to get to Türkiye's most tourist-filled city. The new service, the first of its kind for Air Transat, will operate twice a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, between Toronto and Istanbul. This announcement also signifies the route as Air Transat's longest ever crossing, spanning approximately 5,077 miles, surpassing its direct flights from Toronto to Athens. Istanbul has been visa-free for Canadians since 2024. Photo: Nate Hovee/Shutterstock The launch marks a significant interline partnership between Air Transat and Turkish Airlines, as the two carriers collaborate to offer improved air service between the two countries, linking Toronto to Istanbul with easy direct flights.  Istanbul has been ...

Economics

9 h. ago Terra Metals and Metalex Commodities Launch Joint Venture to Develop Mwinilunga Copper Mine

CHARLOTTE, N.C. and LUSAKA, Zambia, June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Terra Metals Limited, a Zambian-owned mining company, today announced the formation of a landmark joint venture with U.S.-based Metalex Commodities Inc. to develop and operate the Mwinilunga Copper Mine in Zambia’s North-Western Province. The new entity, Lunda Resources, was formally launched during a signing […]

Sport

10 h. ago What's happening behind the scenes at the Ontario Line's Queen Station

It seems Metrolinx has learned from the 13.5-year-long construction fiasco of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT, as its latest mega project, the Ontario Line subway, is shaping up rapidly.While residents patiently wait for the former line to finally launch this fall — five years later than initially planned after numerous setbacks and cost overruns — key intersections across the city are being transformed for new stations on the latter route, and looking different every day.Gigantic caverns are being excavated below King-Bathurst and Queen-Spadina in preparation for the tunnel boring machines that will carve out the underground parts of the 15.6-kilometre-long line, which will stretch across 15 stops total, including downtown hubs at the aforementioned intersections and the nearby corner of Queen and Yonge streets.Queen-Yonge station will be one of the more complicated builds, as it already ser...

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10 h. ago French Lawmakers Urged to Drop Moratorium on Renewable Projects

France’s renewable energy industry urged lawmakers to ditch proposed legislation that would impose a moratorium on approving new solar and wind projects, saying it would destroy jobs and stall the nation’s plan to curb its use of polluting fossil fuels.

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