81 m. ago MPs launch probe of trucking sector, Bloc calls out labour standards

OTTAWA — Labour standards in Canada’s trucking sector are under scrutiny as a House of Commons committee launched a study of the issue this week and the Bloc Quebecois called on the government to end what it calls exploitative practices. The transport committee is studying an industry business model known as “Driver Inc.,” in which […]

Transport

1 hour ago Braid: B.C. premier accuses Smith of bringing Trump to Canada via pipeline

David Eby’s new attack on Danielle Smith's pipeline plans is purely partisan, and vicious

Other

1 hour ago Judge rules that federal government can't release 'secret recipe' of Ottawa consulting firm

The Federal Court judge ruled Public Services and Procurement Canada could not disclose the name of contracted consultants.

Politics

1 hour ago WATCH: Trump cracks joke about why trade talks with Canada lag

WATCH: U.S. President Donald Trump praises the leadership of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney during White House visit. What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below or send us a Letter to the Editor for possible publication to torsun.editor@sunmedia.ca.  Letters must be 250 words or less and signed. And don’t […]

Economics

2 h. ago Stock market rally takes a pause as gold prices top US$4,000 per ounce

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index finished in negative territory, while U.S. markets also fell as gold prices reached new highs. Kevin Burkett, portfolio manager at Victoria-based Burkett Asset Management, said Tuesday’s trading session marked a “quiet day.” The S&P/TSX composite index was down 180.16 points at 30,351.72. Despite Tuesday’s pullback, the S&P/TSX composite has […]

Economics

2 h. ago Rocket Doctor Provides Information on Annual General Meeting Proxy Circular

Vancouver, BC, Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rocket Doctor AI Inc. (CSE: AIDR, OTC: AIRDF, Frankfurt: 939) (“Rocket Doctor AI”) announces that, due to the Canada Postal Strike, there is a delay in the mailing of the Company’s proxy circular and related documents pertaining to the Company’s Annual General Meeting (the “Meeting”) of the shareholders […]

Science

2 h. ago OPINION: Canada Post is failing Canadians — time to privatize it

The Crown corporation faces little competition in the postal market.

Other

2 h. ago Marineland says its remaining belugas shouldn’t be sent to N.S. sanctuary

Federal Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson denied Marineland's request last week for a permit to ship Canada’s last captive whales to buyers at an aquarium in China.

Other

3 h. ago Vancouver park board to seek legal advice on disqualifying frequently absent commissioner

Marie-Claire Howard's spotty attendance at the Vancouver park board was the subject of a motion at Monday's meeting, where commissioners voted to seek legal advice.

Society

3 h. ago Marineland says its belugas shouldn’t go to Nova Scotia’s Whale Sanctuary Project

Shuttered Niagara Falls theme park is trying to sell whales to avoid bankruptcy.

Other

3 h. ago Opinion: Is the U of A helping erode academic freedom over Kirk comments?

The University of Alberta’s recent decision to place law professor Florence Ashley on an involuntary, non-disciplinary leave following comments made on social media is deeply troubling. It marks not only a serious breach of academic freedom at one of Canada’s leading universities, but it is also a broader warning about the state of free expression […]

Other

3 h. ago Merchandise trade deficit widens in August on gold swings, U.S. tariffs: StatCan

OTTAWA — Canada’s merchandise trade deficit grew in August as gold shipment patterns shifted and U.S. tariffs weighed on exports to the country, said Statistics Canada. Merchandise exports overall fell three per cent in August to $60.6 billion to grow Canada’s trade deficit to $6.3 billion, up from $3.8 billion in July, the agency said […]

Economics

3 h. ago Renting? Report says Canada is at ‘best levels of affordability’ in 2 years

Average asking rents in September in Canada dropped 3.2 per cent compared to September last year, a new report by Rentals.ca and Urbanation shows.

Other

3 h. ago Chris Selley: Canada is well within its rights to ban Kneecap (but it shouldn’t)

Denying entry to the anti-Israel rappers can only bolster the case for limits on free speech

Economics

4 h. ago Average asking rents drop for 12th straight month to $2,123 in September: Report

Average asking rents in Canada fell 3.2 per cent in September from a year earlier to $2,123, marking the 12th straight month of annual declines. The latest monthly report from Rentals.ca and Urbanation says asking rents for purpose-built apartments were down 2.1 per cent from a year ago to an average of $2,093, while asking […]

Economics

4 h. ago Trump interrupts Carney to talk ‘merger of Canada and the United States’

Prime Minister Mark Carney was listing Trump's achievements during White House visit when the U.S. president cut him off

Transport

4 h. ago Canada is buying 85% less U.S. booze than last year amid trade war: report

'This shift may reflect a broader sentiment that U.S.-imposed tariffs are unfair,' the report noted in its assessment of falling exports around the globe.

Economics

4 h. ago Marineland won’t get funding amid threats to euthanize 30 beluga whales

'It would be devastating for animal lovers across Canada if Marineland follows through on its appalling threat to kill these beluga whales,' says director of animal law advocacy group

Other

4 h. ago Marineland working with government after park said it may have to euthanize whales due to financial strain

The company said it 'sincerely' appreciates the province's willingness to work with them to find a solution, it said in a statement on Tuesday

Politics

4 h. ago Canada Post union blames ‘downward spiral’ of intervention for strike

CUPW launched a national strike after the federal government announced changes to the Crown corporation's business that would reduce mail service.

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