53 m. ago Thousands rally in downtown Calgary ahead of provincewide teachers' strike

In Calgary, attendees stood shoulder-to-shoulder as they listened to speakers calling for better public education funding, improved classroom conditions and more support for teachers

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2 h. ago CRIME SCENE: 2 people charged with robbery after senior’s Rolex stolen

Accused allegedly approached elderly person in Scarborough, offered them money, watch before Rolex taken

Events

2 h. ago Canucks: How Arshdeep Bains remained on the roster radar for opening night

'I've taken a step in my compete and more eager and willing to be effective. I'm getting some confidence and it's showing.' — Surrey native Arshdeep Bains

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5 h. ago Students ‘falling through the cracks’, Alberta teachers say on eve of strike

The province of Alberta’s 51,000 teachers are poised to strike on Monday after nearly 90 per cent voted to reject the government’s latest offer. Negotiations continue.

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6 h. ago France’s new prime minister names a government that might not last long

PARIS (AP) — France’s new prime minister named a government Sunday, bringing back former finance minister Bruno Le Maire to serve at the defense ministry, where he’ll help oversee French military support for Ukraine and address threats to European security posed by Russia. Other key positions in the new cabinet, announced by President Emmanuel Macron […]

Politics

9 h. ago U.K. government empowering police, weighing limits on protests in wake of Manchester synagogue attack

The move comes a day after police arrested nearly 500 people in the latest protest in Trafalgar Square in support of the proscribed group, Palestine Action

Events

9 h. ago Hundreds of thousands march across Europe in support of Palestinians

ISTANBUL — Hundreds of thousands of people across several European cities marched Sunday in support of Palestinians and an aid flotilla’s attempt to reach Gaza. Istanbul held the largest of multiple demonstrations being staged in Turkey. Footage showed crowds walking from the iconic Hagia Sophia to the banks of the Golden Horn, where they were […]

Economics

10 h. ago SAAQ: Plusieurs fermetures de points de service opérés par des mandataires

L’optimisation des services offerts en succursale par la SAAQ se poursuit. En 5 ans, 13 points de services opérés par des mandataires ont fermé.

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14 h. ago Pistachio products could carry salmonella risk. What we know so far

The recent recall of pistachios and pistachio-related products are linked to an ongoing investigation into a foodborne illness outbreak, Health Canada said.

Transport

21 h. ago You can get discounts to 82 different places in Ontario with your Presto card

If you already have a Presto card, you might not know that, besides getting you across the city, it can actually unlock some pretty impressive perks and discounts on attractions, restaurants, and events happening all across Ontario. While some Presto discounts are available year-round, others are available for a limited time only. To get your discount, all you have to do is use a special discount code at checkout for online purchases or show your physical Presto card or digital version in person. Here are just a few examples out of the 82 places you get a discount in Ontario just by flashing your Presto card this fall. Attractions Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) If you're looking for indoor attractions to visit as the weather cools up, you can visit the AGO and use the promo code AGOPRESTO online to get 15 per cent off an AGO Annual Pass. This offer is only valid until Oct. 31.Canadian Automotive Museum Located in Oshawa, this museum is ...

Transport

24 h. ago Calgary Wild FC play with purpose, fall to AFC Toronto as breast cancer awareness takes centre stage

Northern Super League squads suit up at McMahon Stadium in support of the Canadian Cancer Society to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Science

25 h. ago 'Broken promise after broken promise': Olympic Village parents are still waiting for their elementary school

Olympic Village parents rally to say they are tired of broken promises ahead of city council rezoning vote.

Society

26 h. ago Calgary tutors see increased demand, ahead of provincewide teacher strike on Monday

Parents are wanting educational support for more specialized subjects, seeking out tutors and private educators to prevent their kids from falling behind.

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26 h. ago Canada Post's latest offer 'major step backwards,' union says

The Crown Corporation's proposals Friday included compounded wage increases of 13.59 per cent over four years.

Politics

27 h. ago City of Ottawa staff recommend against heritage district designation for Wellington Street West area

A city administration report for council's built heritage committee said the area only met or exceeded the threshold for one criteria in the Ontario Heritage Act.

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28 h. ago Former air cadet instructor charged in sex offences involving minor: RCMP

RCMP is investigating after John Higgins, a former air cadet, has been charged in a sexual assault case involving minors after working with youth programs in Oromocto, N.B.

Events

31 h. ago Canada Post union says latest contract offer is a ‘major step backwards’

The union representing Canada Post workers says the Crown corporation is “making a mockery of the collective bargaining process” with its latest contract offers. In a statement released Friday, the union said it is disappointed with the latest offer, which it calls a “major step backwards.” “We waited 45 days for offers that are worse […]

Politics

33 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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35 h. ago Two dead, one injured in collision between farm tractor, truck in Ontario

OPP are investigating after a fatal crash on Oct 3., left two people dead, and another driver injured in a collision between a pickup truck and farm tractor.

Events

35 h. ago Man sought for allegedly sexually assaulting boy, 15, on TTC subway

Investigators have released images of a suspect hoping members of the public recognize him and come forward

Events