11 h. ago B.C. climate news: Study finds emissions from world’s largest fossil fuel producers ramping up heat waves | B.C. orders some farmers to stop using water to protect chinook salmon

Here's all the latest local and international news concerning climate change for the week of Sept. 8 to Sept. 14, 2025.

Society

16 h. ago This Day in History: Great fire of 1898 destroys downtown New Westminster

At times, the fierce beating of the heat created air waves on the cathedral chimes, which caused them to emit a weird, sad sound, wrote one Vancouver newspaper

Events

16 h. ago ’There’s something strange in the pumpkin fields.’ Drought and heat frightening farmers

FREDERICTON — The pumpkin patches on a number of Canadian farms are starting to look a bit frightening across the country, but not in a way that makes them ready for Halloween. “It’s sure been a spooky season,” said Greg MacKenzie, the owner of Mackenzie Produce in Stratford, P.E.I. He said his own farm has […]

Other

18 h. ago ‘A spooky season’: Drought and heat reducing pumpkin yield in Canadian farms

Drought and extreme heat are cutting into the size and supply of pumpkins that are usually carved into jack-o’-lanterns for Halloween or frozen and canned for food.

Other

21 h. ago DEAR ABBY: Man’s flirting with others finally had a consequence

DEAR ABBY: I have read letters in your column from women whose boyfriends or husbands flirt with other women in their presence complaining about feeling hurt and embarrassment. I was married for 25 years to a man who flirted with other women while we were dating and also after we were married. I told him […]

Sport

23 h. ago ‘There’s something strange in the pumpkin fields.’ Drought & heat frightening farmers

FREDERICTON — The pumpkin patches on a number of Canadian farms are starting to look a bit frightening across the country, but not in a way that makes them ready for Halloween. “It’s sure been a spooky season,” said Greg MacKenzie, the owner of Mackenzie Produce in Stratford, P.E.I. He said his own farm has […]

Other

27 h. ago Les conséquences des changements climatiques sur les libellules

Une étude s’est penchée sur l’influence du climat sur les caractéristiques physiques des libellules en Europe.

Society

56 h. ago Ontario plans to ban parking outside child care centres after tragic death of toddler

Paul Calandra said in a statement released Thursday afternoon he wanted to stop people from parking immediately in front of or beside child care centres and playgrounds.

Events

57 h. ago The tall pine trees stood at The Parkway and Sunset street, raising concern among neighbours the area may see development by the school and Western is not sharing plans for the site.

The trees stood at The Parkway and Sunset Street, and neighbours fear the clearing signals new development plans Western isn’t disclosing.

Society

59 h. ago Drought deepens in Eastern Canada as West sees some improvement: Monitor

Officials say a deepening drought in Central and Atlantic Canada is creating water supply issues and underlining concerns about crop conditions and wildfires. The latest national outlook shows large pockets of extreme drought have appeared across Atlantic Canada, with moderate to severe drought also showing up in Ontario and Quebec as of the end of […]

Other

63 h. ago Golf star reveals staggering amount he drank after making Ryder Cup team

Tyrrell Hatton listed off the alcoholic drinks he had while celebrating making European team - and the consequences.

Other

3 d. ago WARMINGTON: Power tools and salmon on the menu as Canada nailed by criminals

While police are trying to find violaters they seem unafraid to show their faces or of facing any significant consequences

Events

3 d. ago How much have fossil fuel giants contributed to heat waves such as B.C.’s heat dome?

The new study helps to push the boundaries of the emerging field of climate attribution

Other

3 d. ago Mild fall with fewer storms could end with abrupt wintry switch: Weather Network

The dramatic start to Canada’s fall weather will give way to mild temperatures in the middle of the season, the Weather Network’s seasonal forecast suggests, but not before a possibly abrupt transition into early winter. Record-breaking heat in British Columbia and early shots of cold weather in Central and Eastern Canada have already provided some […]

Other

4 d. ago Même en privilégiant les études, un cycliste québécois a réussi à se qualifier pour les Grands Prix Cyclistes

Sans stress, l’étudiant se trouvait à Punta Cana lors de l’entrevue.

Sport

4 d. ago Letters to The Sun: Students' efforts to get AEDs in schools following tragic event deserve recognition

Re: B.C. orders defibrillators, naloxone in schools, but cash-strapped districts say there’s no money to buy them Re: This student watched his friend die: He’s angry Vancouver won’t mandate life-saving medical device in schools Thank you so much, Lori Culbert, for your follow-up article. Kudos to the classmates led by Tobias Zhang of Point Grey […]

Society

4 d. ago Shipping your car across Canada just got as easy as ordering food delivery

If you’ve ever had to ship a vehicle across the country, you know what an involved process it is. We’re talking countless phone calls, confusing quotes, hidden costs, and not to mention the overall stress of getting such an important item from point A to point B. Frankly put, car shipping can be a real pain. But it doesn’t have to be.Last fall, a new consumer car transporter entered the game, and with hundreds of positive Google reviews, it's safe to say they're already making a name for themselves.Interlane is changing the way we ship cars with a first-of-its-kind Canadian platform that simplifies the process. Here’s how!Instant quotes and easy bookingDon’t be surprised by any hidden fees or shocking costs. You can request a quote online and book a shipment within minutes, minus the usual hassle that accompanies phone calls and paperwork.This is especially worthwhile if you're buying a used or new car out of province on platforms like Autot...

Transport

4 d. ago Grands espoirs, grosses attentes et petite histoire des remaniements à Québec

Le stress et l’impatience typiques des remaniements gagnent la colline.

Other

4 d. ago Hersh: The mayor has made our public transit mess even worse

OC Transpo riders are suffering the consequences of a growing budget hole.

Other

4 d. ago World Athletics chief admits ‘heat challenges’ at Tokyo world championships

World Athletics president Sebastian Coe on Tuesday admitted that the world championships starting in Tokyo this weekend face “heat challenges”, after Japan sweltered through its hottest summer on record. Japan’s average temperature between June and August was 2.36C above “the standard value,” making it the hottest since records began in 1898, the Japan Meteorological Agency […]

Sport