6 h. ago Another Canadian telecom dethrones Rogers for having most customer complaints

The Commission for Complaints for Telecom-Television Services (CCTS) has released its review for the 2024-2025 mid-year reporting period.The commission accepted 11,909 complaints across all services (wireless, internet, TV and phone) in Canada, which is up 12 per cent from last year's mid-year complaints. The CCTS noted their sustained efforts to advertise their services through various channels across audiences in Canada.During the reporting period, which covers August 1, 2024 through January 31, 2025, Rogers, Bell, Telus, Shaw, and Fido accounted for 72 per cent of the 11,909 complaints.This was Shaw's first appearance in the top five Participating Service Providers (PSPs) in this report. It saw a 194 per cent increase in complaints driven by issues related to rental equipment, changes to and breaches of contracts, and price increases.Among the top five service providers, Telus experienced the highest increase in complaints from the prior 2023-2024 reporting...

Economics

8 h. ago Telus gets most complaints among service providers in Canada

The watchdog said it's the first time since it was established in 2007 that Telus topped its complaints list

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6 d. ago HealthPRO Canada and the CAN Health Network Join Forces to Accelerate Procurement of Made

New partnership supports Canadian innovators, strengthens healthcare, and expands market access opportunities. Oakville, ON, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HealthPRO Canada, the country’s national group contracting provider for healthcare, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with the CAN Health Network (CAN Health) to accelerate the adoption and procurement of innovative, made-in-Canada healthcare solutions.     […]

Science

8 d. ago Police rescue 33 West Africans from scam that promised jobs in Canada

DAKAR, Senegal — Police raids have rescued 33 West Africans from a human trafficking ring in Ivory Coast that lured people into paying fees and providing coerced labour by promising them jobs in Canada, the international police agency Interpol said Tuesday. Victims paid as much as $9,000 to supposed recruiters who instead trafficked them to […]

Events

9 d. ago Team Canada’s prep for 2026 Olympic women’s hockey tournament radically revised

How Canada prepares to win another Olympic gold medal in women’s hockey is going to be dramatically different. The six-team Professional Women’s Hockey League is now able to provide a lot of what Hockey Canada did, meaning women will not move to Calgary to spend half a year trying out for the 2026 team in […]

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1 week ago ‘MAKE OUR RELATIONSHIP GREAT AGAIN’: Jimmy Kimmel urges angry Canadians to let out frustrations with Trump

It’s safe to say that Canadians are not happy with the Trump administration following the U.S. President’s declarations of making Canada the 51st state. So Jimmy Kimmel is providing an outlet for frustrated Canadians to let that anger out. The late-night host remarked how international tourism is down in the United States by 12%, and […]

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1 week ago Air traffic controller shortage leads to delays at Vancouver airport

The agency that provides air traffic control for Canada's airports is warning travellers at Vancouver's airport of flight delays over what it says are "resource constraints."

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2 w. ago PolicyMe Announces $30 Million CAD in Funding and Expanded Product Suite, Transforming Digital Insurance

PolicyMe has expanded from Life Insurance into a new Health & Dental offering and introduces an end-to-end white-labeled platform, advancing its mission to make insurance more effortless for Canadians. TORONTO — PolicyMe, Canada’s leading digital insurance provider, announced $30 million CAD in additional funding—secured through multiple tranches of equity and debt financing between 2023 and […]

Economics

2 w. ago New obesity guidelines for kids address when medication is an option

TORONTO — A new guideline for treating obesity in children and adolescents says medication can be helpful, but that health providers should prioritize addressing nutrition, exercise and psychological needs. Obesity Canada’s first update to the pediatric obesity management guideline in almost 20 years was published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal this week. The organization’s […]

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2 w. ago Manitoba to redirect U.S. hydro exports to Canadian projects: Kinew

The provincial government issued a directive to redirect some expiring electricity export contracts with the United States to provide power to homegrown projects here in Canada.  

Economics

2 w. ago Bell wants Canadian government funding scrapped for Elon Musk's Starlink

Bell and its northern arm Northwesttel are lobbying the CRTC to remove Starlink from a subsidy program that helps remote Canadians get online.Bell's main argument is that since Starlink offers a flat rate across the country, there is no need for it to get subsidies from the government. Traditionally, those subsidies were to help Bell and other telecoms install the hardware infrastructure needed to connect a remote home.According to a report obtained by the Financial Times, Starlink has hit back against Bell, saying that singling the satellite-based carrier out would be anti-competitive. Starlink has fought and lost this fight before. In 2022, it was cut out of $900 million of U.S. government funding and grants designed to connect rural and remote residents.In Canada, the proposed subsidy would see internet providers getting $25 per person per month from the government to help justify the expensive cost of building remote infrastructure. This adds up to about $300 per year, and Fortu...

Politics

3 w. ago Journie Rewards Announces 2025 Class of Journie Driving Academy Drivers

INDIANAPOLIS, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Journie Rewards has selected three drivers to participate in the 2025 edition of the Journie Driving Academy (JDA) following a comprehensive application process. The program supports youth karting prospects across Canada, providing financial support, equipment, mentorship with the championship-winning Chip Ganassi Racing NTT INDYCAR SERIES team and a […]

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3 w. ago DIAGNOS Provides Update on its Health Canada Medical Device Licence Application

BROSSARD, Quebec, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Diagnos Inc. (“DIAGNOS” or the “Corporation”) (TSX Venture: ADK, OTCQB: DGNOF, FWB: 4D4A), a pioneer in early detection of certain ophthalmic health issues using advanced technology based on Artificial Intelligence (AI), provides an update on the progress of its Medical device license application for CARA System, submitted […]

Science

3 w. ago GMerix Becomes Exclusive Distributor for Polyplex’s Saraprint Films in Canada, Expanding Access to High

LAVAL, Quebec — GMerix, a leader in industrial coatings and converting solutions, is now the exclusive distributor of Polyplex’s Saraprint digital media films in Canada. This partnership provides Canadian businesses with direct access to high-performance polyester films designed for digital printing, labels, and flexible packaging applications. “This partnership represents a major step forward in expanding […]

Culture

3 w. ago Ryan Named One of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for 13th Consecutive Year by Great Place To Work®

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, has been recognized as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for 2025 by Great Place To Work®. Ranking 38 on this year’s list and earning this prestigious recognition for the 13th consecutive year underscores Ryan’s unwavering commitment to building a high-trust, high-performance […]

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3 w. ago Compass Group Canada Earns Repeat Recognition as a Top Workplace in Canada by Great Place to Work® Institute

Leading foodservice and hospitality company earns top honours in Great Place to Work® Survey for second straight year, demonstrating commitment to employee well-being and inclusivity TORONTO, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Compass Group Canada, the country’s leading food and support services provider, is thrilled to announce its recognition as one of this year’s Best […]

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3 w. ago Trivest Announces Launch of Sentinel Dock & Door Solutions and Expansion Through Strategic Acquisitions

MIAMI — Trivest Partners (“Trivest” or the “Firm”) is pleased to announce the formation of Sentinel Dock & Door Solutions (“Sentinel” or “Company”), a premier network of commercial dock and door service providers across Canada. Sentinel brings together three leading regional service providers under a unified platform poised for continued growth. In conjunction with the […]

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3 w. ago Here's how long people have to wait for Canadian passports and study permits

Applying for a passport or work permit in Canada? Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has shared its latest processing times.The government department has been working to reduce wait times and recently announced that it's aiming to process passport renewals in Canada within 30 business days or your money back.As for study permits, work permits, and visitor visas, processing times are updated weekly. An IRCC representative told us in an email that processing times can vary due to several factors."Visa offices face different challenges operating in different countries and regions, and even in different offices within the same region," they stated."Actual processing times vary according to a number of factors, such as how well and how quickly clients respond to any communication from IRCC or how easily Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada can verify the information provided."They added that IRCC aims to process at least 80 per cent of complete applic...

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3 w. ago All Lines Technology Named to the Prestigious CRN Tech Elite 250 for 2025

PITTSBURGH — All Lines Technology, announced that CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, has recognized All Lines Technology on its 2025 Tech Elite 250 list. This annual list highlights solution providers based in the U.S. and Canada that are committed to excellence and distinguish themselves by attaining top-tier certifications and specializations from leading technology […]

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3 w. ago Guardant Health and Bayshore HealthCare Partner to Expand Access to Advanced Precision Oncology Testing in Canada

Guardant tests for cancer screening, recurrence monitoring and treatment selection will be available to patients through Bayshore HealthCare providers PALO ALTO, Calif. — Guardant Health, Inc. (Nasdaq: GH), a leading precision oncology company, today announced it has entered into an agreement with Bayshore HealthCare, a leading home and community healthcare service provider in Canada, to […]

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