3 h. ago OBI Pharma Announces Poster Presentations at the AACR 2025 Annual Meeting for OBI

Poster Presentations featuring the latest advancements on anti-TROP2 ADCs (OBI 992 and OBI 902), AKR1C3 prodrug (OBI-3424), OBI’s novel ADC enabling technologies (GlycOBI® and ThiOBI®), and Globo H science TAIPEI, Taiwan, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OBI Pharma, Inc. (TPEx: 4174. TWO) today announced nonclinical data for OBI-902, a potential best-in-class anti-TROP2 ADC developed […]

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7 h. ago Volunteers collect garbage at 44th Annual Meewasin Valley Clean Up

Approximately 3,000 volunteers gather to clean up the Meewasin Valley each year. On average, they collect more than 11,000 kilograms of garbage each year.

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11 h. ago Cherry blossoms in Toronto could start their 2025 bloom this week

Cherry blossoms across Toronto could begin their 2025 bloom within the coming week as warmer temperatures and sunny days finally appear here to stay.After a clunky start to spring, with snowstorms surprising Toronto residents well into March and cold snaps stalling the growth of plant life in the city, the warmer weather appears to truly be here to stay. Finally.For many in the city, that means populating your social calendar with open-air concerts and patio cocktail plans, but it also marks the return of one of Toronto's most spectacular natural sights: the annual cherry blossom bloom at High Park.While it can be tricky to time your trips out just right so that you catch the blossoms in peak form, Toronto's resident cherry blossom expert, Sakura Steve, has his finger on the pulse, keeping sakura enthusiasts informed with comprehensive updates on their development.According to his latest observations, the bloom may just be upon us sooner rather than later.After chi...

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14 h. ago Insurity’s Excellence in Insurance Conference to Equip P&C Leaders with Strategies to Navigate Market Complexity and Drive Growth

Insurity will host insurance experts across leading insurance companies and MGAs to explore how to overcome industry challenges and leverage technology for a competitive advantage HARTFORD, Conn. — Insurity, the leading provider of cloud-based software for property and casualty insurers, brokers, and MGAs, today announced that registration is now open for its annual conference, Excellence […]

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15 h. ago Toronto neighbourhood wants their garbage day changed so people can party more

One Toronto neighbourhood is appealing to the City for a change in garbage day, arguing that the presence of loaded bins is hindering the vibes for its end-of-week party crowd.If any neighbourhood in the city could possibly get away with fighting for a change in garbage day to better support partying, it would be Ossington, and, according to a motion set to go before City Council later this week, that's exactly what they're doing."As we approach the patio season, the busiest evenings for hospitality and retail services in the west-end areas of Ossington, Queen West, and College Promenade are Thursday through Saturday," the agenda item opens.Currently, however, the neighbourhood's garbage day coincides with the peak period on Thursday evenings, "which has been identified as a less-than-ideal time for both residents and businesses," it goes on to say.A letter from Meg Marshall, the manager of the Ossington BIA, argues that not only do garbage ...

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15 h. ago Dentalcorp Announces Annual General and Special Meeting Details

TORONTO — dentalcorp Holdings Ltd. (“Dentalcorp” or the “Company”) (TSX: DNTL), Canada’s largest and one of North America’s fastest growing networks of dental practices, announced that it will host its Annual General and Special Meeting of Shareholders (the “Meeting”) on May 22, 2025. ANNUAL GENERAL AND SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS Dentalcorp will hold its Annual […]

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16 h. ago FUTURE FLAMES: Five Wranglers under pressure to perform in AHL playoffs

The Calgary Wranglers face Coachella Valley in the first round of AHL playoffs. Which of the Baby Flames will we be watching most closely?

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16 h. ago Abell Pest Control Highlights Importance of Early Prevention for Carpenter Ant Infestations

Toronto, Ontario, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With warmer weather just around the corner, Abell Pest Control warns homeowners to watch for carpenter ants, whose activity spikes with warmer weather. These pests are one of the leading causes of wood damage in Canadian homes, especially in the Fraser Valley, British Columbia. Left unchecked, carpenter […]

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19 h. ago Stantec releases its 18th annual Sustainability Report and reports $4.63 billion in 2024 revenues aligned with core sustainable development goals

EDMONTON, Alberta and NEW YORK, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TSX, NYSE:STN Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, released its 18th annual Sustainability Report, providing a comprehensive record of the Company’s sustainability practices, contributions, awards, and worldwide impact for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. The report features Stantec’s contributions […]

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22 h. ago Longjiang Forest Industry Group kicked off its fourth April 20 Tree Planting Day

HARBIN, China, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On the morning of April 20, Longjiang Forest Industry Group mobilized 18,500 people in volunteer activities to celebrate its fourth April 20 Tree Planting Day. At the event, 216,300 new trees were planted in several forest zones. Participants include the executive team and officials of various departments of […]

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25 h. ago $3.5 million Ontario home is like stepping inside your own version of 'Bridgerton'

If you've been hunting for a property that'll make you wake up every morning feeling like royalty, look no further than this expansive $3.5 million Ontario mansion.Backing onto the prestigious Mississauga Golf and Country Club, and just steps away from Credit Valley Golf and Country Club, breathtaking nature trails, and the Credit River, 2339 Glengarry Road is a modern-day palace that maintains an air of hominess and approachability.At an appealing price considering the whopping 7,500 square feet of living space, though, you don't have to be royalty to live there.The grand entrance.A sweeping space that's an ode to classic design and comfortable living, the home features an open-concept layout accentuated with updated Pella windows, pot lights and hardwood flooring throughout.A living space.The main floor is home to no shortage of elegant nooks and crannies to spend your time, hosting guests or simply unwinding with a good book.Elegant finishes, such as bay wind...

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38 h. ago Conservative candidate target of election ‘repression operation,’ task force says

A campaign to discredit Don Valley North candidate is taking place on Chinese-language social media platforms.

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38 h. ago World Economic Forum founder Klaus Schwab retires as chairman

GENEVA (AP) — Klaus Schwab, the founder of the World Economic Forum, best known for hosting an annual meeting of political, business and other elites in the Swiss Alpine town of Davos, is retiring as chairman more than a half-century after creating the Geneva-based think tank, the forum said Monday. The forum quoted Schwab, 87, […]

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41 h. ago Sherritt Announces Successful Closing of Transaction to Extend Debt Maturities and Strengthen its Capital Structure

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES TORONTO — Sherritt International Corporation (“Sherritt” or the “Corporation”) (TSX:S) announced today that it has completed its previously announced transaction to extend the maturities of the Corporation’s notes obligations, reduce outstanding indebtedness and annual interest expense, and strengthen the Corporation’s […]

Economics

42 h. ago BULGOLD Announces Filing of Fourth Quarter Financial Results for Three and Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2024

TORONTO, April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BULGOLD Inc. (TSXV: ZLTO) (the “Company” or “BULGOLD”) is pleased to announce that it has filed its audited annual financial statements and MD&A for the year ended December 31, 2024. For the year ending December 31, 2024, the company incurred a net comprehensive loss of $642,831 ($0.02 per […]

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42 h. ago 'Clean Up, Paint Up' — The tourists are coming: From the archives

Over the years, long-time Herald researcher/librarian Norma Marr prepared a feature called The H Files, in which she looked back at a variety of Calgary news events. Here are some of her instalments from 1999 highlighting historical April events.  

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43 h. ago Border fears lead Canadian firms to advise burner phones, clean computers, travel bans

Concerns about electronic privacy and client information amid device checks at the border are rising

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55 h. ago Calgary Wranglers draw Coachella Valley Firebirds in first round of AHL playoffs

While the Wranglers will be in tough against the Firebirds, it’s a major positive for the Flames that their up-and-comers will be playing high-pressure games this spring in the minors

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56 h. ago Federal Election: Pierre Poilievre and Jagmeet Singh talk inflation and cost of living in battleground B.C.

Conservative leader vows to cut Ottawa's annual budget for consultants by $10 billion to help bring down inflation, while NDP leader pledges to stop price gouging at the grocery store

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3 d. ago The history of Queen's Park's chaotic opening day in Ontario

Today, Queen's Park is the nerve centre of Ontario's provincial government and a familiar landmark in Toronto. The impressive Romanesque Revival building, which is made of pink Credit Valley sandstone, has been home to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario since 1893.It also houses the Lieutenant Governor's suite and offices for Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs), but what you might not know is that its opening day was quite a bit…quirky.In 1859, the City leased the area from King's College, and the following year, the Prince of Wales (later Edward VII) opened up a park in honour of his mother, Queen Victoria. The park was long considered a location for new parliament buildings, and between 1879 and 1880, their construction was officially authorized by the Ontario Legislature and city council.Queen's Park circa 1893. Photo: Toronto Public Library Archives.Ultimately, the commission was awarded to Richard Waite of Buffalo in 1886, a choice that sparked q...

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