68 h. ago Calgary city council boosts funding for transit and recreation, cuts climate spending

According to Calgary's mayor, the property tax increase as it currently stands would cost the typical residential homeowner an additional $3.90 per month.

Society

3 d. ago Funding cuts threaten London homelessness services, committee warned

“I’m not happy with the situation we’re in,” said Coun. David Ferreira.

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3 d. ago Funding cuts threaten London homeless services, politicians warned

“I’m not happy with the situation we’re in,” said Coun. David Ferreira.

Politics

5 d. ago UNAIDS chief urges Carney to reverse planned global health funding cuts

The head of the United Nations' HIV/AIDS program is urging Prime Minister Mark Carney to reverse his government's planned cuts in global health funding and foreign aid.

Science

6 d. ago Braid: Smith urges separatists in UCP to "lower fists" and give Carney pact a chance

Canadians watch closely when the premier is heckled by her own people for praising a pro-Canada deal. Most unusually, the CBC carried the full speech live, judging it to be a moment of high national importance.

Transport

1 week ago Gunshots near Montreal jail herald 'climate of explosive tension,' guards union warns

High-ranking criminals such as those linked with the Rizzuto organization, coupled Quebec funding cuts, make their jobs more dangerous, union says.

Society

1 week ago IFF Introduces Smart Dosing Robot to Transform Fragrance Production

New technology delivers quicker, more precise creative sampling for IFF customers across Greater Asia. CHIN BEE, Singapore — IFF (NYSE: IFF) — a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, has implemented the Colibri robot in its Chin Bee production facility. This advanced industrial dosing system can produce fragrance sample batches on […]

Culture

1 week ago ‘Nostalgia is not a strategy’: Carney urges global unity at U.S.

Prime minister warned of a global 'rupture' driven by rising protectionism, geopolitical rivalry and shifting economic power.

Transport

2 w. ago Radio Free Europe’s Hungarian service shuts down after Trump funding cuts

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — The Hungarian service of Radio Free Europe, Szabad Europa, ceased its operations on Friday after the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump announced it would no longer fund the pro-democracy news outlet. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, which is funded by the U.S. government, was first established during the Cold War to […]

Economics

2 w. ago Sports gambling ads in Canada must be reined in, senators urge in letter

A letter signed by more than 40 senators urges Prime Minister Mark Carney to work towards banning sports betting ads in Canada, which highlights the health and safety risks.

Sport

2 w. ago Biocentis secures $19M to revolutionize insect control through programmable biology

LONDON & MILAN — Biocentis, a life-science company at the forefront of genetic innovation, has raised $19 million to advance its mission of protecting health, agriculture, and biodiversity from the growing global threats posed by insects. The financing includes a $13M seed equity investment led by the Grantham Foundation for the Protection of the Environment […]

Economics

2 w. ago Bausch + Lomb to Participate in Citi Global Healthcare Conference

VAUGHAN, Ontario — Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE/TSX: BLCO), a leading global eye health company dedicated to helping people see better to live better, today announced that Chairman and CEO Brent Saunders and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Sam Eldessouky will participate in a fireside chat at the 2025 Citi Global Healthcare Conference […]

Culture

2 w. ago Opinion: Federal funding cut derails hopes for better public transit

The Government of Canada has cut funding for transit agencies across the country. For all the talk of investment in the federal budget, the $3-billion annual Canada Public Transit Fund has been subsumed into the new Build Communities Strong Fund and weakened the federal government’s support for public transit. Transit agencies know they cannot fund […]

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3 w. ago The Holiday Season Takes a Mental Toll on American Workers, Driven by Money and Work Stressors

New Modern Health report finds two-thirds of U.S. employees feel pressure to overspend, and 40% consider quitting their jobs due to holiday burnout. SAN FRANCISCO — A new survey from Modern Health, a leading global workplace mental health platform, reveals that for many American workers, the holiday season is one of the most stressful times […]

Society

3 w. ago More than 80 nonprofits receive $250M for global women’s health from Melinda French Gates

More than 80 organizations that provide health care for women all over the world received grants Wednesday totaling $250 million from Melinda French Gates after a year-long application process. French Gates said the majority of the recipients of the Action for Women’s Health challenge have not previously received funding from her organization, Pivotal, or from […]

Economics

3 w. ago Chinatown organizations worry about proposed city funding cuts

Small city grants have been crucial to revitalizing the historic neighbourhood, groups say

Other

3 w. ago AESARA Announces Appointment of Jennifer Cain Birkmose as Vice President, Strategic Partnerships, Europe

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. & TORONTO & LONDON & ZUG, Switzerland — AESARA, a leading digital-forward Value & Access agency, today announced the appointment of Jennifer Cain Birkmose as VP, Strategic Partnerships, Europe. With over 20 years of experience spanning healthcare, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals, Jennifer brings deep expertise in innovative access strategies, global health partnerships, and […]

Economics

3 w. ago Families of Canadian Oct. 7 victims urge Carney to lead global effort to dismantle Hamas, hold Iran accountable

Parents of Alexandre Look and Adi Vital-Kaploun presented the prime minister with policy requests during their meeting

Economics

last month Modern Health Appoints Former Morgan Stanley CHRO Jeff Brodsky to Board of Directors

SAN FRANCISCO — Modern Health, a leading global workplace mental health platform, today announced that Jeff Brodsky, former Chief Human Resources Officer of Morgan Stanley, has joined its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Brodsky brings more than 35 years of HR leadership experience from one of the world’s most respected financial institutions. During his tenure […]

Science