83 m. ago Canadian fans irked by Wayne Gretzky’s affiliations with Trump amid tensions

The Canadian hockey legend known as “The Great One” is facing heightened criticism over his political affiliations as tensions between Canada and the U.S. continue to fester. President Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed a desire to make Canada the “51st state” of the U.S., prompting mass criticism from politicians and residents north of the border. […]

Sport

11 h. ago Bar that's been a local landmark celebrating 30 years in Toronto

Toronto bar Pegasus on Church recently marked 30 years in the Church-Wellesley Village, evolving from its humble beginnings as a billiards lounge in 1995 into a community hub today that emphasizes unique programming and provides a welcoming space for the LGBTQ community. Pegasus originally got its start as Pegasus Billiard Lounge just north of its current location. Founded by Robert Knight and Michael Dorman, the bar moved to its present address on Church Street after four successful years, which allowed for expansion and more programming.Christopher Hudspeth, who joined the company in the fall of 2005 as a bartender, officially took over the bar’s ownership in 2013 and currently serves as the president and general manager of Pegasus.Despite its successes, the bar's journey to 30 years was not without its hurdles. During the pandemic, Hudspeth served as the chair of the Church-Wellesley Village BIA and worked diligently to press the local government on wage...

Culture

14 h. ago Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim, police, cleared of ‘baseless’ DUI allegation

Global News has learned that the Vancouver police became aware of social media posts from developer and ex-political commentator Alex Tsakumis in late 2023.

Events

15 h. ago PCs nominate former Winnipeg city councillor in Transcona for upcoming byelection

The Progressive Conservative Party is bringing in some political experience to run in the upcoming Transcona byelection.

Politics

16 h. ago Ontario Liberals suspend Oshawa candidate over social media post

Ontario’s Liberals have suspended their candidate in Oshawa over an inflammatory social media post. The suspension for Viresh Bansal comes after several Liberal candidates called on leader Bonnie Crombie to dump him. Bansal posted a response in 2023 to an NDP statement on the killing of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar after Prime Minister Justin […]

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16 h. ago WARMINGTON: Chantal Kreviazuk taking heat for O Canada but not from Don Cherry

Canada's 7th Greatest Canadian maintains the Winnipeg singer was merely standing up for Canada

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19 h. ago Le chauffeur de bus de Laval sera vraisemblablement déclaré non

Pierre Ny St-Amand est accusé d’avoir tué deux enfants, en 2023, en fonçant sur une garderie de Laval avec un autobus.

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19 h. ago Rogers is increasing its U.S. and international roaming charges

Rogers and its flanker brand Fido are set to increase U.S. and international roaming rates on March 3rd, just in time for March Break.Notices appearing on both wireless provider's websites detail the change.Currently, Rogers and Fido charge $12/day for U.S. roaming and $15/day for international roaming. Starting March 3rd, roaming rates will rise to $14/day for U.S. roaming and $16/day for international roaming.We have reached out to Rogers to learn if the company will change other aspects of the 'Roam Like Home' program, such as how many days per billing cycle customers can be charged for roaming (the current cap is 20 days), and will update this post with any further information it provides.A notice from the telecom advises the price raise starts March 3. Photo from MobileSyrup.Notably, the change brings Rogers' roaming rates closer to what Bell and Telus charge.Bell raised its prices to $13/day for U.S. and $16/day for international roaming in early ...

Society

19 h. ago Emtar Technologies Inc. Secures $18.5M CAD Angel Round to Advance Wireless SoC with Edge Computing for Next

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Emtar Technologies Inc., a fabless semiconductor company pioneering energy-efficient wireless edge intelligence solutions, has successfully closed its $18.5M CAD Angel Round in 2024. Since commencing operations in 2023, Emtar has been developing next-generation system-on-chip (SoC) and semiconductor technologies. This funding will further accelerate its efforts to advance breakthrough solutions toward real-world […]

Politics

20 h. ago What it will be like to use Canada's new largest border crossing in Ontario

Canada and the U.S. are inching ever closer to the opening of the highly-anticipated Gordie Howe International Bridge, which will soon serve as the largest border crossing between the two countries, as well as the longest cable-stayed bridge in North America.As we approach the seventh anniversary of work starting on the gargantuan infrastructure project, residents stand just months away from actually being able to use it. And, the team working to wrap things up on the ground continues to drum up excitement with extraordinary drone footage, behind-the-scenes looks, and other updates.The latest is a mini-tour of some of the border checkpoint's facilities, including a drive-through of an inspection lane and the secondary inspection area once vehicles cross the six-lane, 2.5-kilometre-long viaduct over the Detroit River into Windsor, Ontario.A clip posted to the project's official YouTube page on Thursday takes viewers through one of the crossing's five-meter ta...

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20 h. ago Suspect wanted for murder, kidnapping, extortion remains at large: Winnipeg police

Winnipeg police are hoping the public can help locate a suspect facing serious charges, including first-degree murder, kidnapping, and extortion.

Events

21 h. ago 2 more players sign with Winnipeg Blue Bombers for upcoming season

The Blue Bombers have signed Canadian Enock Makonzo and American Javaris Davis -- both defensive backs.

Events

24 h. ago Winnipeg cops make 3rd arrest in 2023 north Winnipeg slaying

Brooklyn Hiebert, 20, was found dead on Flora Avenue on Dec. 30, 2023.

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25 h. ago Lady Gaga to perform free concert on Rio’s Copacabana beach in May

SAO PAULO — Lady Gaga has confirmed that she will perform a free concert on Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach on May 3. “I’ve been dying to come perform for you for years and was heartbroken when I had to cancel years ago because I was hospitalized,” Gaga said Friday on social media. In 2017, […]

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26 h. ago Samuel Piette prolonge son entente d’au moins trois ans au CF Montréal

Celui qui est capitaine de l’équipe depuis 2023 entreprendra samedi sa neuvième saison avec le club.

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29 h. ago Emera Reports 2024 Fourth Quarter and Annual Financial Results

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Today Emera (TSX: EMA) reported 2024 fourth quarter and annual financial results. Highlights Quarterly adjusted earnings per share (“Adjusted EPS”) grew 33% to $0.84 compared to $0.63 in Q4 2023 driven by solid operating performance across all regulated utilities which offset lower contributions from the Labrador Island Link (“LIL”) as a […]

Culture

32 h. ago Pacific Green Signs Agreement to Sell Its 250MW / 500MWh Limestone Coast North Battery Energy Park Development

Sydney, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pacific Green Technologies, Inc. (“Pacific Green”, OTCQB: PGTK) announces that it has signed binding documentation for the sale of 100% of the shares in its Limestone Coast North Energy Park to Intera Renewables (Intera) in a deal representing an enterprise value of A$460 million (US$293 million) (the “Transaction”). […]

Economics

34 h. ago Hockey fans celebrate Canada’s epic win over U.S. in 4 Nations final

Elated fans across the country are celebrating Canada’s victory over the United States in the hotly-anticipated 4 Nations Face-Off final. Against a politically-charged backdrop, Canada’s Connor McDavid scored the winner, in a spectacular 3-2 overtime finish against the country’s fierce North American rival, Thursday night in Boston. Hundreds of fans exploded out of their seats at YVR Greta...

Sport

35 h. ago Fans from coast to coast to coast celebrate Canada’s epic win over U.S. in 4 Nations final

Elated fans across the country are celebrating Canada’s victory over the United States in the hotly-anticipated 4 Nations Face-Off final. Against a politically-charged backdrop, Canada’s Connor McDavid scored the winner in a spectacular overtime finish against the country’s fierce North American rival Thursday night in Boston. Hundreds of fans exploded out of their seats at YVR Greta in...

Sport

39 h. ago Cops seeking suspects after pair assaulted, threatened with death near Eaton Centre

Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying three people being sought in an assault investigation. Toronto Police said they responded to reports of an assault on Jan. 12 at about 11:10 p.m. in the Bay-Edwards Sts. area north of the Eaton Centre, where two people were walking home before being approached by the […]

Events