2 h. ago Waiting for health care cost Canadians $5.2 billion last year: study

Canada’s medical wait times — among the longest in the developed world — cost Canadians waiting for treatment almost $5.2 billion in lost wages last year, according to a new study by the Fraser Institute. The report by the fiscally conservative think tank — “The Private Cost of Public Queues for Medically Necessary Care” — […]

Economics

3 h. ago Hedge Fund Association in Talks to Aid Pooling of European Defense Loans

The world’s largest association for alternative investment managers has been lobbying policymakers in Europe to relax securitization rules, a move it says will make it easier to channel private credit into the region’s growing defense industry.

Economics

3 h. ago Credits To Shutter Asia’s Coal Plants Early Win Key New Backing

A novel form of carbon credits intended to channel more private capital toward the early phase out of coal-fired power plants has been endorsed by a key standards body.

Economics

7 h. ago Striking $5 million Ontario mansion is a dream home if you love natural light

You'd be hard-pressed to find any potential home buyer (or window shopper, like me) who'd prefer fewer windows to more, but this Ontario home takes natural light to the next level.Located in the prestigious Mississauga enclave of Mineola, 267 Kenollie Avenue is a striking, custom-built gem on an 80 x 193 ft. lot, boasting around 7500 sq. ft. of living space and, as you may have gathered by now, a deluge of natural light from large windows around every corner.It's also located close to public and private schools, waterfront trails, Port Credit's vibrant shops and restaurants, and it is a short commute to downtown Toronto on the QEW or GO Transit. Not too shabby!The entrance of 267 Kenollie Avenue.The home's resort-inspired design is immediately evident in its variety of sleek, contemporary finishes from the moment you enter the home. Heat-engineered hardwood floors, a breathtaking floating staircase and 20 ft. ceilings are some of the first things you'll see u...

Economics

9 h. ago Faqiris demand answers on implementing coroner inquest recommendations

The family of a mentally ill man who died in a provincial jail is demanding to know if the Ontario government has implemented any recommendations that came out of a coroner’s inquest, saying they believe nothing has been done. Several dozen civil liberty and mental-health organizations have also called for action in a letter to […]

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10 h. ago Lake Okanagan Resort condo owners left in limbo after West Kelowna, B.C fire

Frustrated by the lack of action, Ormiston questions why the government isn’t stepping in to force the resort owners to restore utilities.

Events

12 h. ago Claims Process Concluded in City of Leduc Workplace Harassment Class Action Lawsuit

CALGARY, Alberta — Burnett, Duckworth & Palmer LLP (BD&P) announced today that the claims process for the class action lawsuit against The City of Leduc has now concluded. The class action sought damages for women who worked at the City of Leduc between 2002 and 2023 and who had suffered sexual assault, sexual harassment, and […]

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13 h. ago Smith repeats demands, creates 'Alberta Next' panel ahead of likely independence vote in 2026

"There is a large and growing number of Albertans that have lost hope in Alberta having a free and prosperous future as a part of Canada. Many of these Albertans are organizing petitions to trigger a citizen initiated referendum," Smith said

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14 h. ago Braid: Smith's government mutes vaccine skepticism in face of a measles epidemic

It took a looming crisis to force the UCP into action. The problem they face is one they helped cause

Politics

15 h. ago Court appoints law firm to represent Hudson’s Bay workers, retirees

TORONTO — An Ontario judge has decided which law firm will represent employees in the Hudson’s Bay creditor protection case. An endorsement filed by judge Peter Osborne on Monday named Ursel Phillips Fellows Hopkinson LLP as representative counsel to the faltering department store’s more than 9,000 employees and 3,000 retirees. The decision puts an end […]

Society

15 h. ago NIKE, Inc. Announces Senior Leadership Changes to Accelerate Growth and Drive Win Now Action Plan

Amy Montagne Becomes President, Nike Phil McCartney Becomes EVP, Chief Innovation, Design & Product Officer Nicole Graham Becomes EVP, Chief Marketing Officer Tom Clarke Becomes Chief Growth Initiatives Officer Heidi O’Neill to Retire BEAVERTON, Ore. — NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) announced a series of strategic changes to its Senior Leadership Team (SLT), elevating experienced leaders to […]

Politics

16 h. ago What is Alcatraz? How the island fortress became America’s most notorious prison

The prison off the coast of San Francisco is where the government sent notorious gangsters, such as Al Capone, as well as others who were considered too dangerous to lock up elsewhere

Events

17 h. ago Provincial clean power action plan shows government is serious about getting things built: New Economy Canada

Clean power is core to energy and economic security Vancouver, B.C., May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In response to the release of the Energizing our economy: B.C.’s Clean Power Action Plan, Alexa Young, New Economy Canada’s Vice President, said: “With this Action Plan, the Government is demonstrating that it’s taking seriously getting more clean power projects, electricity infrastructure […]

Politics

18 h. ago Don't freak out if you see a herd of goats roaming around a Toronto park next month

About 50 goats are making their way to a Toronto park in June. No, I'm not kidding. But I promise there's a reason.Did you know that the City of Toronto became the first municipality in the province to introduce "comprehensive goat grazing for ecosystem management"? Yep, it's pretty cool.Also known as prescribed grazing, this eco-friendly method helps maintain Toronto's urban meadow ecosystem, and the best part is you can see the goats in action.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by TorontoPFR (@torontopfr)For as far back as most can remember, animals that graze, such as horses, camels, deer, bison, and rhinos, have maintained prairie and meadowed ecosystems. "They brought nutrients to the soil through their wastes, reduced woody growth, and enhanced seed germination as their hooves disturbed the surface," shares the City of Toronto.If it work...

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18 h. ago Stunning cherry blossoms draw massive crowds to High Park in Toronto

Toronto's much-loved High Park cherry blossoms have embarked on their annual bloom for 2025, and eager viewers from across the city and beyond are flocking to the park to get a view.After avidly tracking the progress of the blooms all spring long, with regular updates provided by the city's resident sakura expert, Steven Joniak (better known as Sakura Steve), the city was finally treated to the breathtaking blooms over the weekend.On Wednesday, April 30, the High Park Nature Centre predicted that full bloom, marked by 70 per cent of trees showing their blooms, would begin later that week, but by Thursday, May 1, Sakura Steve had already reported that trees would be reaching 75 per cent open later that day.It was perfect timing, given the proximity to the weekend, for scores of eager blossom-viewers to plan their Saturday and Sunday trips to the park to view the fleeting phenomenon before it was gone.Throngs swarm High Park to see the annual cherry blossom bloom.Gloomy cloud ...

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20 h. ago This Caribbean paradise is perfect for island hopping with a private resort back in action

The British Virgin Islands is an explorer's dream with more than 60 isles and cays to discover

Culture

21 h. ago Sean ’Diddy’ Combs sex trafficking trial is set to begin with jury selection

NEW YORK — Sean “Diddy” Combs, the hip-hop entrepreneur whose wildly successful career has been dotted by allegations of violence, was brought to a New York courthouse Monday to be tried on charges that he used the influence and resources of his business empire to sexually abuse women. Jury selection was scheduled to begin in […]

Politics

22 h. ago CUPE NL Celebrates Their 51st Convention From May 5th to 7th

GRAND FALLS-WINDSOR, Newfoundland and Labrador — The 51st annual CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador Convention will take place from May 5 to 7, 2025 at the Mount Peyton Resort and Conference Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor. CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador will welcome delegates from across the province for this convention to provide members with the opportunity to […]

Culture

22 h. ago He let snakes bite him hundreds of times. Now his blood might save lives

Tim Friede has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times — often on purpose. Now scientists are studying his blood in hopes of creating a better treatment for snake bites.

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23 h. ago Met Gala: Everything you need to know about fashion’s biggest night of the year

NEW YORK —  Pharrell Williams has high hopes for the Met Gala, the first to focus exclusively on Black designers, and the first in more than 20 years to have a menswear theme. “I want it to feel like the most epic night of power, a reflection of Black resiliency in a world that continues […]

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