2 h. ago 'Boneheaded challenge': Kings fans & pundits rage about L.A. coach's risky move that cost against Oilers

Los Angeles Kings fans, commentators and pundits are in an uproar over coach Jim Hiller’s decision to challenge Evander Kane’s tying goal late in the third period of Game 3. Hiller and the Kings claimed goalie interference from Kane, but the NHL situation room found no such thing, allowing the goal to stand, making the […]

Economics

3 h. ago L’humoriste Mario Jean a trouvé sa raison d’être en faisant du bénévolat

Propager le bonheur, c’est ce que l’humoriste Mario Jean a décidé de faire en s’impliquant bénévolement auprès de la Maison de l’Entraide.

Other

9 h. ago Élections fédérales: «L'Ontario va décider la couleur du gouvernement», estime un expert en relations publiques

La province de l’Ontario décidera si le prochain gouvernement sera libéral ou conservateur.

Politics

11 h. ago 'We haven't decided': Will Oilers go with Pickard or Skinner?

This in from TSN’s Ryan Rishaug, his question of Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch on which goalies the Edmonton Oilers will go with in Game Four of the Stanley Cup playoffs, Stuart Skinner or Calvin Pickard. “We’ll let you know tomorrow,” Knoblauch said. “We haven’t decided.” My take 1. Skinner lost the first two games. […]

Other

11 h. ago 'We haven't decided' Pickard or Skinner? And does it really matter?

This in from TSN’s Ryan Rishaug, his question of Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch on which goalie the Edmonton Oilers will go with in Game Four of the Stanley Cup playoffs, Stuart Skinner or Calvin Pickard. “We’ll let you know tomorrow,” Knoblauch said. “We haven’t decided.” My take 1. Skinner lost the first two games. […]

Other

11 h. ago Edmonton Oilers aim to drag L.A. Kings into the deep playoff water

They still trail 2-1 in their series, they’ve still given up seven power-play goals on 12 chances, they’re still not where they need to be in goal and they still have to win three of the next four games against a team that’s been every bit as good, if not better, as they are. Sorry […]

Other

15 h. ago If Evander Kane and Evan Bouchard are back, Edmonton Oilers have a fighting chance

If you’re going to go on a decent playoff run or, in the case of the Edmonton Oilers Friday night, you only have a matter of minutes to slip a life-saving goal through the Grim Reaper’s five-hole, you’ll need a little magic. Like a dust-covered veteran who missed the entire season and a blundering defenceman […]

Other

19 h. ago Le Québec risque de décider si le gouvernement est minoritaire ou majoritaire lundi soir

Voici dans quelles régions du pays se joueront les élections.

Politics

21 h. ago Liberals maintain slim lead over Tories as poll numbers stabilize

The Liberals are seeing 43% of decided support, while the Conservatives are four points behind at 39%

Other

27 h. ago Toronto event helps those who have lost their mother face Mother's Day

This Mother's Day, Amanda Katz is inviting the city's motherless masses to unite. The founder of Motherless Day, she's created a pity party for those navigating Mother's Day through the veil of loss."I lost my mom to mental health in 2017, back when I was 21," explains Katz. "As with any loss, the tough days come and go. … But one thing that anyone without a mom feels is that Mother's Day sucks."Those flower bouquets and gifts-for-mom ideas that are in every window, that typically are met with such a wave of joy, instead for us they're a reminder of what and who is missing."In 2023, "after spending six years navigating that day along with my sister," Katz decided to flip the Mother's Day script. "I figured, why not reframe the day? Why not create the chance and the space to celebrate and commemorate the moms who would have still wanted us to celebrate, surrounded by those people who get it?&quo...

Other

33 h. ago Boston Pizza releases 'Champion Spray' bringing Edmonton playoff smell anywhere

With the Edmonton Oilers down two games to the Los Angeles Kings in the playoffs, you can smell the comeback in the air. Literally. Edmonton-born restaurant chain Boston Pizza announced the release of the “Champion Room Spray,” which is meant to capture the smells of a playoff win in a single can and was motivated […]

Sport

35 h. ago Edmonton Oilers turn to backup Calvin Pickard for answer to L.A. Kings in Game 3

'We felt that we’re in a position where we need to win a game and we have a lot of confidence in him.'

Other

38 h. ago Pickard to start for Edmonton Oilers in Game 3 against Los Angeles Kings

Calvin Pickard went 22-10-1 for Edmonton this season. He made his NHL playoff debut last season.

Culture

40 h. ago Hudson's Bay shares heartfelt goodbye with Canadians after 355 years

Grab your tissues and your striped blankets, Canada. After 355 years, Hudson's Bay is officially closing all of its doors and has sent one last message to canucks across the country.After announcing in March the coming closure of most of its locations, the Canadian department store recently decided to close the remaining six stores in Ontario and Quebec, marking the end of an era.Taking to Instagram, Hudson's Bay shared some sweet words, writing, "If there's one thing we know, it's that our stripes will live on. Keep them wrapped around your shoulders, displayed in your homes, and stitched into the memories we made together. You'll always be part of our story, Canada. All Hudson's Bay stores and thebay.com are closing."    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by The Bay (@hudsonsbay)Now, if there's one silver lining in all of this, it's that the final s...

Culture

43 h. ago Take Five Edmonton Events: Dance to the sweet music at the Oilers playoff parties

South of the rink, north of the Bob and Doug statue, DJ DJ Alize will be hosting the official Tailgate Party from a balcony at the tip of the arena overlooking the crowd, spinning tunes when appropriate.

Culture

43 h. ago Oilers playoff parties, Rapid Fire improv, and more things to do in Edmonton this weekend

South of the rink, north of the Bob and Doug statue, DJ DJ Alize will be hosting the official Tailgate Party from a balcony at the tip of the arena overlooking the crowd, spinning tunes when appropriate.

Events

43 h. ago Letters, April 25: Edmonton Oilers wasting Connor McDavid’s best years

Should the city keep parking pay stations? Vote in our daily poll! For 10 years, you have had the greatest player in the League since Gretzky. A Generational Player. You tried to build a great team around him. But there has been one problem the whole time. You have ruined his career with the worst […]

Other

49 h. ago How to bring together the Edmonton Oilers, a team full of strangers?

The Edmonton Oilers tried a unique strategy in Game 2 against the Los Angeles Kings with their top four lines and top two defensive pairings, essentially uniting groups of players who had rarely if ever played together in the 2024-25 regular season. Edmonton lost a game but it’s too much to say this strategy was […]

Other

54 h. ago Browns bring in Journey for a concert before the start of the NFL draft

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns took a Journey to the first night of the NFL draft. As if having a top-five pick didn’t create enough interest, the Browns decided to reward their season ticket holders by bringing in Journey for a concert at Huntington Bank Field before the picks began. Brent Rossi, the Browns’ chief […]

Culture

57 h. ago Which goalie should the Edmonton Oilers start in Game 3 against the Kings?

WATCH BELOW: On the latest episode of Oil Spills, Postmedia’s Rob Wong speaks with Edmonton Journal Oilers writer Gerry Moddejonge to talk about the struggles in net for the Oilers so far in their series against the Los Angeles Kings. They discuss whether Edmonton will start Calvin Pickard in Game 3 and which players need […]

Culture