2 h. ago Hundreds of public sector workers warned their jobs could be cut, union says

A federal union says hundreds of workers have been warned they may lose their jobs as the government moves to shrink the size of the public service.

Society

5 h. ago FIRST READING: Carney plan to reduce civil service will cost $1.5 billion to cut payroll by just $82 million

The program offers up to five years of free early retirement in lieu of layoffs

Economics

7 h. ago Fed’s preferred inflation gauge stayed elevated in September as spending weakened

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of inflation changed little in September, likely easing the way to a widely expected interest rate cut by the central bank next week. Prices rose 0.3% in September from August, the Commerce Department said Friday in a report that was delayed five weeks by the government shutdown. […]

Economics

8 h. ago Thousands of wireless earbuds sold in Canada affected by urgent recall

Shoppers in Canada who own wireless earbuds may want to check if theirs is part of a massive recall.On Thursday, Health Canada issued an urgent recall for True Wireless Earbuds due to burn and fire hazards."The USB charging cords were manufactured with the wrong wiring material, and they may overheat when plugged in for charging, posing a burn and fire hazard,"  reads the notice.The agency says that as of Nov. 27, 2025, the company received three reports of incidents in Canada and no reports of injuries.True Wireless Earbuds reported that 16,278 units of the affected products were sold in Canada. The recall only applies to products purchased between July 17, 2025 and Oct. 14, 2025.The UPC for affected products, which were imported and sold at Giant Tiger stores across Canada, is 774223568363, and the SKU is 1545426, which can be found on the packaging."Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to a Giant Tiger store for a ref...

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9 h. ago NBA legend LeBron James dined at Toronto restaurant and called the food 'incredible'

Staff and patrons at Toronto establishment Silent H were treated to an appearance by NBA legend LeBron James this week.James' Los Angeles Lakers were in town on a team road trip this week, claiming a nail-biting buzzer-beating victory over the Toronto Raptors on Thursday evening. While it was a historically poor performance for James, the record 21-time All-Star was still able to dine at one of his favourite local haunts while in town.James not only posed with restaurant staff at Silent H, but even sent his personal compliments to the chef, asking, "Food is incredible, what's your name chef?"    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Patrick Marzouk (@patrickmarzouk)James is a repeat customer at the King West establishment and also took time to pose with the Silent H team during a 2024 visit.And the future Hall of Famer is not alone among NBA stars in his love for the restaur...

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11 h. ago French first lady Brigitte Macron visits an old friend in China: A giant panda called Yuan Meng

CHENGDU, China (AP) — French first lady Brigitte Macron caught up with an old friend — a giant panda born in France — at the tail end Friday of a visit to China with President Emmanuel Macron. At a panda reserve in southwest China that Yuan Meng now calls home, the first lady marveled at […]

Politics

24 h. ago Braid: Giant UCP bill enables separatist vote but allows recall to rage on

Opinion is moving away from separation, some in government say, in the wake of last week’s agreement with Ottawa

Other

25 h. ago Staff decry LHSC move to cut unlimited mental health benefits

"It’s really hard to feel like you're being supported, and we are a No. 1 trauma centre," an employee said.

Science

27 h. ago George Springer's iconic ALCS Toronto Blue Jays home run ball is now up for sale

Another iconic piece of Toronto Blue Jays history is up for sale.The ball from George Springer's incredible home run in Game 7 of the ALCS versus the Seattle Mariners is available for auction.Springer's home run allowed the Blue Jays to come from behind and knock off the Seattle Mariners. By doing so, the Jays were able to advance to the World Series for the first time since 1993.George Springer just hit one of the biggest home runs in #BlueJays history.Rogers Centre is shaking. pic.twitter.com/3RitrE86AU— Keegan Matheson (@KeeganMatheson) October 21, 2025 To no surprise, given that it's one of the biggest hits in Blue Jays history, getting this ball won't come for a low price. In fact, the starting bid, which will remain up for auction until Saturday, Dec. 13, is set at US$10,000. "Presented is the Official Major League Rob Manfred Jr. baseball hit by Springer that would eventually send the Blue Jays to the World Series. Against starter-acting-r...

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28 h. ago Citadel’s Apex Said to Buy Gas Assets from Jerry Jones’ Comstock

Apex Natural Gas, owned by hedge fund giant Citadel, has agreed to buy natural gas assets in Texas for about $430 million from billionaire Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ Comstock Resources Inc., people familiar with the matter said.

Economics

28 h. ago Massive crowd expected at Scotiabank Arena for Toronto Sceptres PWHL game

The Toronto Sceptres are heading back to Scotiabank Arena.For the third year in a row, the city’s PWHL team is taking to the biggest hockey rink in Toronto for a regular season matchup, with this year’s edition set for Jan. 17, 2026.The Sceptres have twice played at Scotiabank Arena before under the game billed as the Battle on Bay Street, drawing 19,102 fans in 2024 and 19,285 in 2025.“The game at Scotiabank Arena is easily one of the most exciting games of the year. The energy there the last two seasons has been incredible, you feel it through your whole body,” said Sceptres defender Renata Fast. “Playing in front of 19,000 passionate fans at home is an experience you can’t really put into words. I know this game is circled on all of our calendars.”The Vancouver Goldeneyes are the opponent on the day, with former Sceptres players Sarah Nurse, Hannah Miller, Kristen Campbell and Izzy Daniel all making their first trip back to player their o...

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31 h. ago Oil Swings as Signs of Oversupply Begin Materializing in Market

Oil swung in a choppy trade as investors weighed a price cut on Saudi Arabia’s main grade of crude to Asia, another sign an oversupplied market is weighing on the world’s oil producers even amid considerable geopolitical tensions.

Other

35 h. ago Why was ‘incredible’ giant cedar cut down, despite B.C.’s big

Joshua Wright says a yellow cedar tree he photographed last year was "incredible," the largest he'd ever seen in a decade of hiking around Vancouver Island.

Other

45 h. ago Calgary man faces multiple charges after carjacking attempt in Walden

'This was an incredibly dangerous situation and we’re relieved the family wasn’t hurt,' said Staff Sgt. Chiran Cardona

Transport

48 h. ago Asian Stocks to Gain as Bets for Fed Rate Cut Rise: Markets Wrap

Asian stocks were set to drift higher Thursday after US shares climbed as more evidence of a slowing US jobs market supported the case for a December Federal Reserve interest rate cut.

Economics

51 h. ago Quebec says it will cut the equivalent of 5,000 civil service positions by March 2027

Treasury Board President France-Élaine Duranceau also says that by the end of January government employees will work in the office three days a week instead of two.

Other

52 h. ago Glencore Tapped by Codelco to Lead New Chile Smelter Project

Glencore Plc will design and possibly develop a new copper smelter in Chile as the Swiss commodities giant looks to increase its exposure to a metal projected to be in short supply.

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54 h. ago Ford says he knew layoffs were coming before loaning Algoma Steel $100M

The steel giant announced Monday it would lay off roughly 1,000 workers as a Sault Ste. Marie plant closure is being made to adapt to a “fundamentally altered” landscape.

Economics

55 h. ago Alectra helping customers cut electricity costs with Save on Energy programs

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alectra Utilities is partnering with Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) to help deliver Save on Energy conservation programs. The programs offer residential, commercial, and industrial customers opportunities to manage electricity use, reduce peak demand, and support a more reliable electricity grid, saving money on their bills […]

Economics

3 d. ago Book paints fascinating and gorgeous picture of Haida master carver 7IDANsuu James Hart

7IDANsuu James Hart: A Monumental Practice is an essential work about the renowned career of a Northwest Coast art giant

Culture