3 h. ago Canada’s oilpatch set to pull ahead as falling prices put U.S. shale in ‘death zone’

Eric Nuttall says Canada has the ability to be 'one of the last men standing' in oil supply

Economics

4 h. ago Pages finally turning on future of Halifax Memorial Library site

In this year's municipal budget, $100,000 was set aside for a consultant to determine how to move forward with the former Halifax Memorial Library site.

Sport

9 h. ago Food festival with eats from over 40 countries coming to Toronto

Food festival season is right around the corner for Toronto, bringing with it the much-anticipated return of a slew of annual favourites, including the always-electric Pan American Food and Music Festival.Returning to the city's food festival circuit for its 13th year, Toronto's Pan American Food and Music Festival (or PanamFest, as it's also known) is a huge celebration of cuisines and cultures spanning the Americas, from Canada to Chile.I can't think of a better city to play host to a festival that celebrates diversity and multiculturalism than Toronto, and no better location to serve as its backdrop than Nathan Phillips Square, illuminated by the glow of the Toronto sign.The weekend-long festival is set to feature a host of restaurants and chefs from across the city and beyond, churning out dishes and snacks from 41 different countries in North, Central and South America.Whether you're in the mood for poutine, plantain or Pão de Queijo, there&...

Culture

9 h. ago Fashion Art Toronto celebrates 20 years with biggest fashion week yet

Fashion Art Toronto's spring/summer fashion week is right around the corner but, as the event celebrates 20 years as the city's premier fashion event, the festivities are extending well beyond just one week.Set to take over the breathtaking T3 Bayside building between May 29 and June 1, Fashion Art Toronto (FAT) returns with yet another fashion week highlighting local designers, artists and innovators just as it has for the past 20 years.For the first time ever, though, the festivities of spring/summer Toronto fashion week 2025 will also extend across the city for the entire month of May, giving Toronto residents ample chance to get a glimpse into the cutting edge of local fashion.May eventsThings kick off on May 8 as FAT returns to Artist Project with a grand-opening runway show by Lunara and a pop-up boutique with ready-to-wear pieces from 11 local designers.On May 15, FAT is getting back to its guerrilla roots with a secret pop-up runway show, the details of which ar...

Culture

12 h. ago US Forest Service issues notice on contested land transfer for a major copper mine in Arizona

The U.S. Forest Service on Thursday provided notice that it will publish a final environmental review and draft decision on a transfer of land that would clear the way for a massive copper mining project in Arizona that has been fiercely contested by Native Americans who consider the area sacred. The federal agency was under […]

Politics

14 h. ago Asian Stocks Set for Muted Open as Fed Disappoints: Markets Wrap

Asian stocks looked set for a cautious open Friday after US equities posted a weekly loss amid disappointment over Jerome Powell’s pushback on the idea of the Federal Reserve supporting markets.

Economics

14 h. ago Purpose Investments Clarifies that It Has Debuted One of the World’s First Solana ETFs with Staking Rewards Accruing Directly to the Fund – Continuing Its Leadership in Global Crypto Innovation

This press release clarifies certain aspects of a press release issued on April 16, 2025 TORONTO, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Purpose Investments Inc. (“Purpose”), the firm behind the world’s first spot Bitcoin ETF and spot Ether ETF, is expanding its digital asset suite with the launch of the Purpose Solana ETF (ticker: SOLL). SOLL is one of […]

Politics

16 h. ago Toronto cafe asks the public for help with paying its rising bills

A Filipino cafe in Toronto that is known for its bubble teas, colourful ube desserts, and variety of other unique handcrafted sips and eats has, like other small businesses in the city lately, issued an appeal to the community for help staying afloat.Teako, which started as an online loose leaf tea retailer, opened its location at the corner of Gerrard and Greenwood in summer 2023, managing to dodge the devastating forced lockdowns of the COVID era that some indie spots are still financially recovering from.But, the present economic uncertainty and ongoing cost of living crisis — which is certainly not limited to the city, province, or even country, but is more acute in already-expensive places like Toronto — has brought about its own set of issues, as it has for all of us.Rising operating costs and slower traffic (because who isn't trying to save as much cash as possible and avoid going out right now)&...

Other

17 h. ago Q&A: Answering important questions about tax fraud in Toronto's construction industry

Construction in Toronto is a huge business — a $1-billion business, to be exact. With so much money flowing into this industry, there are plenty of contractors looking to keep some cash for themselves at the expense of workers' rights.Being paid off the books in cash is one of the oldest practices in the business, and it's a strategy some contractors use to evade taxes. Importantly, this common practice results in an "underground economy" where GTA workers have fewer rights on job sites — impacting their safety and equitable pay.This practice is so widespread that, for many general contractors, it quietly becomes an understood expectation. So much so that not only do we see it on GTA housing projects, but even workers on government-funded capital projects like bridges and highways are being paid in cash under the table.Stopping the fraudThe scale of this issue, and the general knowledge gap amongst the p...

Economics

18 h. ago Trump’s move to end birthright citizenship will go to U.S. Supreme Court

The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday kept on hold President Donald Trump’s restrictions on birthright citizenship but agreed to hear arguments on the issue in May.

Other

21 h. ago Ontario to table legislation that will speed up mine development

Ontario is set to table legislation that it says will speed up the development of mines.

Sport

22 h. ago Someone is about to lose out on $5M as unclaimed lotto ticket set to expire

The Ontario lottery Corporation says there are only weeks left to claim a $5-million prize from the May 4, 2024, Lotto 6/49 draw.

Economics

22 h. ago GAME DAY: Meet the four Flames prospects set to debut in Los Angeles

Hunter Brzustewicz, Sam Morton, Zayne Parekh and Aydar Suniev will skate a crowded welcome lap prior to the Flames’ season finale

Other

23 h. ago NHL playoffs Battle of Ontario begins on Sunday with schedule set

Senators will face the Leafs in Game 1 on Sunday at 7 P.M.

Events

23 h. ago Fire bans issued across Saskatchewan amid early dry conditions

Several rural municipalities, including Vanscoy, Corman Park, Rosthern, Eagle Creek and Meadow Lake, have issued fire bans as dry conditions settle in.

Events

26 h. ago From tariffs to crime, where do rural communities want election action?

There's many issues front of mind in the federal election campaign, but industry leaders say rural communities aren't getting enough focus.

Politics

34 h. ago Winnipeg Jets wrap up regular season with OT win over Anaheim, playoffs start Saturday

Mark Scheifele scored the OT winner as the Jets set a new franchise record for points in a season with 116, surpassing the 114 they had in 2017-18.

Culture

35 h. ago We asked London candidates: What's the top issue for voters?

Candidates running in three London ridings in the federal election met with voters at an informal gathering Wednesday at Goodwill Industries on Horton Street. Organized by the London Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by the London St. Thomas Association of Realtors, the event also offered an opportunity for London’s business community to speak with candidates […]

Other

37 h. ago What's going on at YVR? Delays, delays, delays for a third straight day

The Canadian Air Traffic Control Association says a shortage of air traffic controllers is a Canada-wide issue — but particularly acute at Vancouver International Airport

Other

37 h. ago What's going on at Vancouver International Airport? Delays, delays, delays for a third straight day

The Canadian Air Traffic Control Association says a shortage of air traffic controllers is a Canada-wide issue — but particularly acute at YVR

Society