8 h. ago We cannot be complacent about the safety of those we elect in B.C.

Vaughn Palmer: As Premier Eby says, Canadians are lucky they can have easy access to their local politicians

Other

11 h. ago Ontario public insurance workers return to work, ending months

Unionized staff with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board voted to ratify a tentative government deal on Sunday, ending a strike which began back in May.

Society

13 h. ago Helicopter crash west of Red Deer leaves 1 person dead, another injured: RCMP

The crash is now being investigated by the Transportation Safety Board.

Events

18 h. ago Woman killed, pilot critically injured in helicopter crash near Red Deer Regional Airport

Investigation has been turned over to the Transportation Safety Board of Canada

Events

20 h. ago 'One call to safety': WIN House starts pilot project with 211 to help with shelter supports

"Our hope is that we reduce the barriers that women, children and LGBTQ+gender diverse and men fleeing violence, that it's easier for them to get access to the system they need support from"

Culture

24 h. ago Robson: We desperately need a dose of realism about violent reoffenders

Public safety in Ottawa depends on fixing Canada’s soft approach to these criminals.

Events

34 h. ago OCEU/CUPE 1750 Members Vote Yes to Ratify Tentative Agreement

TORONTO — The Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750) is pleased to announce that its members have voted to accept the tentative collective agreement negotiated by their bargaining committee. “I am proud of my coworkers and the strength of our union, we are a critical safety net for Ontario workers and Ontarians spoke up, sending […]

Other

36 h. ago Advocate calls for better rail safety on 12th anniversary of Lac

MONTREAL — As citizens of Lac-Megantic, Que., marked the 12th anniversary of a rail disaster that killed 47 people when a runaway train derailed and smashed into downtown, an advocate warned that more needs to be done to ensure rail safety. On Sunday, the town lowered flags to flags to half-mast, laid flowers and organized […]

Other

40 h. ago 'Slow zones’ coming? Vancouver mulls lowering speed limit to 30km/h for neighbourhood streets

Vancouver proposes lowering speed limits to 30 km/h on all residential side streets to boost safety and reduce serious injuries.

Other

40 h. ago 'Slow zones’ coming? Vancouver mulls lowering speed limit to 30 km/h for neighbourhood streets

Vancouver proposes lowering speed limits to 30 km/h on all residential side streets to boost safety and reduce serious injuries.

Other

41 h. ago Alberta man killed after crane collapses at Saskatoon construction site

A 30-year-old Alberta man died after a crane collapsed at a Saskatoon construction site, and provincial safety officials are now investigating.

Events

61 h. ago OCEU/CUPE 1750 Reaches Tentative Deal with WSIB After Historic Three

TORONTO — After more than six weeks on the picket lines and unprecedented solidarity across the province, members of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750) have reached a tentative agreement with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB). “This has been one of the toughest fights in our union’s history—and I could not be […]

Other

61 h. ago OCEU/CUPE 1750 Reaches Tentative Deal with WSIB After Historic Six

TORONTO — After more than six weeks on the picket lines and unprecedented solidarity across the province, members of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750) have reached a tentative agreement with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB). “This has been one of the toughest fights in our union’s history—and I could not be […]

Other

67 h. ago B.C. cabinet minister says she’s ‘fortunate’ to have just half a dozen death threats

B.C. infrastructure Minister Bowinn Ma says she won't be deterred after a blast at her office and highlights growing concerns over safety for elected officials.

Politics

3 d. ago The man who pulled two to safety on a deadly day at Westboro Beach

David Hickey was on a run along the Ottawa River when he noticed a tragic scene taking place.

Events

3 d. ago B.C. quadruples size of hate crimes team as incidents surge by 23%

Public Safety Minister Gary Begg announced the expansion Friday, which will take the unit, which is a part of the B.C. RCMP, from two officers to a team of eight.

Events

4 d. ago Deachman: Ottawa beaches — starting with Britannia — need to boost safety

A drowning near Westboro Beach this week reminds us all of the perils of swimming in rivers and lakes. That's why it's so perplexing that the city hasn't fixed a major hazard at Britannia Beach.

Culture

4 d. ago Union President Visits Kingston to Close Out Week of Escalating WSIB Strike

KINGSTON, Ontario — As the province-wide Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) strike enters a critical phase, Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750) President Harry Goslin will join striking frontline workers on the picket line in Kingston on Friday, July 4 at 12:00 p.m. to close out the week. The visit follows growing frustration with […]

Other

4 d. ago Free B.C. course aims to protect whales by better educating boaters

A B.C. research and conservation group has crafted a new free course aimed at helping protect whales by educating boaters about laws and safety.

Other

4 d. ago Trump Wins Broad Economic Policy Shift as House Passes Tax Bill

President Donald Trump secured a sweeping shift in US domestic policy as the House passed a $3.4 trillion fiscal package that cuts taxes, curtails spending on safety-net programs and reversed much of Joe Biden’s efforts to move the country toward a clean-energy economy.

Economics