2 h. ago Today in history — The Sound of Music released; the first commercial jet crash; and, the 'first' hockey game

On this day, March 3, in history: In 1801, David Emanuel, the first Jewish governor in the United States, took office in Georgia. In 1841, Sir George Simpson, governor of the Hudson’s Bay Co., began a trip around the world. The trip would take 20 months. Simpson was 53 when the trip began and had […]

Sport

2 h. ago Vancouver's Filipino community wants its own cultural centre 'for the next generation'

The Filipino community is the third-largest cultural group in B.C. but has no hub to gather: 'If we want to learn our history, our culture, our traditions and our languages, where do we find that?'

Other

3 h. ago Say their names: Mayerthorpe 20 years after the most violent moment in Canadian law enforcement history

It’s been two decades since the gut-wrenching news shocked the nation: the worst-ever murder in Canadian law enforcement history. Something about the anniversary can’t slip by unnoticed, out of sight, out of mind. It’s not just about Fallen Four Memorial Park in Mayerthorpe — the sombre circle of four larger-than-life bronze figures and a monument […]

Events

4 h. ago Trudeau meets with King Charles before flying home to Ottawa after security summit

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with King Charles today before leaving London for Ottawa.  Trudeau was received by the King in the saloon at Sandringham House.  The prime minister was in London for a weekend security summit, making Canada the only non-European nation represented in talks on how to ensure a possible Ukraine ceasefire actually […]

Politics

4 h. ago Trudeau headed home from London after visiting King Charles, Europe security summit

LONDON — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is headed back to Ottawa, after ending his London visit with an audience with King Charles.  Trudeau was in London for a weekend security summit, making Canada the only non-European nation represented in talks on how to ensure a possible Ukraine ceasefire actually holds.  Analysts say Trudeau’s visit was […]

Politics

10 h. ago Daniel Hauser sets franchise shutout records as surging Hitmen rout Rockets

The Calgary Hitmen extended their point streak to seven games with a dominant 7-0 victory over the visiting Kelowna Rockets in WHL action at the Saddledome on Sunday. Goaltender Daniel Hauser made history with a franchise-record-setting performance, while the Hitmen’s offence exploded. Hauser’s stellar 23-save effort marked his fourth consecutive shutout, earning him the franchise record. The previous […]

Sport

12 h. ago LEAFS NOTES: Auston Matthews finally pulls clear of Darryl Sittler in career goals

When Auston Matthews got within a goal of Darryl Sittler on Jan. 22, no one thought it would take him almost 40 days to pass the Hall of Famer for second place in Toronto franchise history. But a prolonged Matthews slump and the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament intervened, with only one empty-net goal in between. […]

Sport

18 h. ago Big week ahead for Ottawa Senators with trade deadline set for Friday

Steve Staios, the Ottawa Senators' president of hockey operations and general manager, has been huddled with his closest advisers working the phones.

Economics

26 h. ago John Cena turns heel in iconic final segment at Toronto’s Elimination Chamber

“Hey Rock, go f*** yourself.”  With that, Cody Rhodes created yet another epic moment in Toronto’s storied World Wrestling Entertainment history.  Those were the words from the Undisputed WWE Champion to the iconic Final Boss to end Elimination Chamber, igniting a frenzy in the crowd.  But what followed no one saw coming as the legendary […]

Sport

31 h. ago Online hate crime reporting tool launched by social service organization

The project by Ottawa Victim Services was soft-launched before Christmas and as of late February had received six reports.

Events

40 h. ago NHL honours Gaudreau brothers in emotional Stadium Series tribute

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Stadium Series game between the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday promised to have it all: a crowd of more than 90,000 — making it the second-largest in NHL history — and an electric atmosphere inside the iconic Ohio Stadium. The NHL also ensured that a key […]

Sport

40 h. ago Commanders acquire wide receiver Deebo Samuel in a trade with the 49ers, AP source says

WASHINGTON — The Washington Commanders have acquired wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers for a fifth-round pick, pending a physical, according to a person with knowledge of the trade. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Saturday because the trade cannot be official until the start of the […]

Economics

42 h. ago Lorne Gunter: Does the PM understand the financial strain of Canadians? Don't count on it

Can you guess how much Prime Minister Justin Trudeau bills Canadians every year for groceries at his home at Rideau Cottage in Ottawa? And you don’t have to include what it costs when he’s having an official dinner for the Sultan of Brunei or the Prime Minister of Norway. State dinners are covered by taxpayers […]

Events

47 h. ago Seaquam, Brookswood face off in Quad A girls hoops final, both aiming to add to title history

The 75th anniversary of the provincial final tonight at the LEC could be a doozy, with teams who have combined for four B.C. titles at different levels over the past three years

Sport

47 h. ago CHARLEBOIS: From Kyiv to Ottawa – the real war is over resources, not borders

The U.S. sought Ukraine’s resources under the guise of peace – Canada must recognize its water, energy and agricultural data could be next

Other

48 h. ago This Week in History: Lindbergh baby kidnapping makes headlines in Vancouver

Charles Augustus Lindbergh Jr., the Lindbergh baby, was kidnapped from his crib on March 2, 1932

Society

49 h. ago Canada’s plans to fuel Ukraine’s war effort with Russian cash, explained

OTTAWA — Canada is set to take its first steps toward expropriating assets held by the Russian government and sanctioned Russian citizens to help fund Ukraine’s war effort — measures that could test the limits of international law. Ottawa is promising action soon, after years of leading an international push to use Moscow’s own financial […]

Other

49 h. ago Trudeau off to security summit in London, as Trump’s Ukraine comments rile Europeans

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is on his way to London this morning ahead of a European defence summit tomorrow seeking to set the conditions toward a lasting peace in Ukraine. The summit was announced earlier in the week to involve European leaders, but takes on a new focus with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy […]

Politics

55 h. ago Hong Kong’s CKI Said to Explore Bid For UK Waste Firm Viridor

CK Infrastructure Holdings Ltd. is considering a bid for KKR & Co.-backed UK waste management firm Viridor Ltd., according to people with knowledge of the matter.

Economics

59 h. ago Eclectic Toronto house with views of the lake on sale for $5 million

Tucked away in The Beaches, 2 Park Avenue isn't just another luxury home — it's a slice of Toronto history wrapped in modern elegance.Originally built in 1911, this house has seen it all, explains listing agent Roxane Bryce. From its early days as an investment property in the late 19th century to housing prominent members of Toronto's Jewish community in the 1920s and 1930s, 2 Park Ave. has more stories than your average history book.The living room. It was once home to David Abramowitz, a businessman and key figure in the Toronto Zionist Organization, who, along with his wife Sarah, actively helped Jewish immigrants settle in Canada.Tons of windows make for a bright space. Over the years, the four-bedroom, five-bathroom home has played host to teachers, lawyers, and even a professor of plumbing who took his expertise to Malaysia.The breakfast area. Fast forward to today, and this 4,600-square-foot home has been completely reimagined, but ha...

Economics