35 m. ago Sharks captain Logan Couture forced into retirement due to pelvic disease

'My career of playing hockey has come to an end. I'm not physically able to play anymore. It's tough. It sucks.'

Other

74 m. ago B.C. Ferries' four new major vessels will not be made in Canada

No Canadian shipyards submitted proposals to build the vessels, Ed Hooper, B.C. Ferries’ executive director of shipbuilding, said in a statement

Politics

91 m. ago Dubai AI Week 2025 to Host World’s Largest Generative AI Championship with $272K Prize

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Dubai is set to unite the global AI ecosystem and advance its future-readiness during a bold exploration of how artificial intelligence is reshaping our world at Dubai AI Week, taking place April 21 to 25. The inaugural event will bring together over 10,000 participants, AI pioneers and policymakers from 100 […]

Economics

2 h. ago Tickets for Toronto Maple Leafs playoffs games are already going for bonkers prices

The Toronto Maple Leafs are heading back to the playoffs.For the ninth year in a row — an NHL-best — Toronto will attempt to end its postseason curse and bring home Lord Stanley's mug for the first time since 1967.While we can't guarantee how they'll do this postseason, we can be sure of one thing: it'll cost you a pretty penny to check out their games in person in Scotiabank Arena.A playoff schedule — or opponent  — isn't out yet for the Leafs this year, with the NHL regular season coming to an end on Thursday, April 17.But with tickets already on sale on both Ticketmaster and resale sites like StubHub for the first round of the playoffs (and subsequent rounds, should the Leafs advance), it's looking like the cheapest seat we could find at press time is coming at $344 CAD for Game 2 of the series.We singled out pairs of tickets that include actual seats (i.e. not standing room) and are not listed as obstructed views. The cheapes...

Economics

2 h. ago Federal Election 2025: 12 hot topics and where each party stands

Wondering who to vote for in the federal election? Here's where the Liberals, Conservatives, NDP and Greens stand on 12 key issues.

Politics

2 h. ago Vancouver council considers making strong tenant protections in Broadway Plan citywide

Dan Fumano: As rezoning signs have sprouted up throughout the Broadway corridor recently, many tenants are understandably apprehensive about their future. City hall says they're protected by strong policies.

Transport

2 h. ago Canucks vs. Golden Knights Game Day: And so a miserable season closes

One team is headed for the playoffs, one is facing oblivion.

Other

2 h. ago Federal election poll: Liberal lead narrows in battleground B.C.

New Leger poll shows Liberals have lost eight per cent of the vote, while Conservatives hold steady and NDP has gained four per cent

Politics

2 h. ago Are Canadian golfers exempting Point Roberts from their U.S. travel ban? This golf course hopes so.

Golf course GM Tracy Evans has been talking to border officials hoping to ensure Canadians feel as welcomed as possible. "There are no tariffs on golf," she said.

Other

2 h. ago Endeavour Silver Corp. Announces Full Exercise and Closing of Over

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Endeavour Silver Corp. (“Endeavour” or the “Company”) (TSX: EDR, NYSE: EXK) is pleased to announce that, further to its prospectus offering of common shares of the Company (“Common Shares”) which closed on April 8, 2025 (the “Offering”), the Underwriters (as defined below) have exercised their over-allotment […]

Other

3 h. ago American Tungsten Corp. Applauds U.S. Presidential Executive Order to Ensure National Security Through the Assessment of and Securing of Domestic Critical Minerals Supply Chains

Vancouver, BC, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — American Tungsten Corp. (CSE:TUNG) (OTCQB:DEMRF) (FSE:RK9) (“American Tungsten” or the “Company”) applauds U.S. President Donald Trump’s Executive Order seeking to foster a resilient national defense industrial base through the evaluation of critical metals supply chain vulnerabilities, including tungsten. This Executive Order will initiate an investigation to determine […]

Events

4 h. ago Letters April 16, 2025: ‘Carney isn’t in this to bring anything new to Canada’

Why now? Carney’s platform consists mainly of addressing externally forced issues such as tariffs and NATO, copied and borrowed Conservative planks like affordability, and continuation of prior Liberal policies such as no pipelines and emissions caps. There is nothing original in his platform and there is nothing or nobody original in his party. Why would […]

Transport

4 h. ago Revolutionizing Health Tech: ITEN and Baracoda Join Forces to Power Next

PARIS — In a world where health and sustainability increasingly intersect, ITEN and Baracoda are forging a path toward innovation. ITEN, a leading innovator and manufacturer in micro solid state battery technology, and Baracoda, a daily healthtech pioneer, are proud to announce their collaboration, bringing unparalleled energy efficiency to the next generation of health tracking […]

Science

7 h. ago Will the Bank of Canada cut interest rates again as trade war deepens?

Some analysts expect the central bank to cut its benchmark rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 2.5 per cent, while others expect the rate to be held steady.

Economics

9 h. ago First homes at Jericho Lands development in Vancouver could open in 2032

Decision on Jericho Lands Official Development Plan put over to next Tuesday due to large number of speakers

Sport

11 h. ago Toronto's favourite slider joint is branching out with a new location

Mustard yellow, with a smiley-faced logo, menu of sliders, tots and budget drinks, Little Italy's most anticipated arrival is poised to delight both ardent fans and waves of Toronto newcomers.Set to breathe life into the sizeable location recently vacated by All Star Wings & Ribs, Pennies Bar is bringing its cheap-and-cheerful brand of hospitality to a new area of town."It's always been the plan to open up a second location," says owner James Bateman. "We survived Covid, which really feels like a proof of concept for us."We've been looking for a great next spot with a corner patio, and we've always loved the energy and culture of the College Street West strip," he adds. "We see it as a classic Toronto location for our classic slider joint."Known for its menu of sliders—from cheeseburger to veggie El Paso melt—Pennies is also adored for its crispy loaded tater tots, happy-hour deals and laidback energy. At its new location, enthusiasts will find th...

Other

13 h. ago Jericho Lands megaproject plan heads to Vancouver city council

Council is set to debate the official development plan for the Jericho Lands proposal, an ambitious plan to redevelop the 90-acre site across 4th Avenue from Jericho Beach Park.

Other

13 h. ago Vancouver council approves policy to boost new hotel development

The move comes amid growing concern about the city's hotel capacity as the clock ticks down on Vancouver's turn as host city for the FIFA 2026 World Cup.

Sport

14 h. ago VPD boost security amid reports of plot to kill officer in Downtown Eastside

In an internal email obtained by Global News, officers are advised of the possible threat, which indicates there's a group of young men aiming to kill an officer.

Events

14 h. ago Gas firm says a contractor is dead in a gas plant fire near Fort St. John

Alberta-based Tourmaline Oil says the site was "immediately shut down" after the fire on Monday night.

Events