58 m. ago Oil Steadies With Global Surplus and Russian Sanctions in Focus

Oil steadied as investors weighed the impact from an emerging surplus against US sanctions on Russia that have upended some crude flows.

Events

67 m. ago Should Harvard sever ties with Larry Summers over Epstein connection?

Sen. Elizabeth Warren says former school president “cannot be trusted” with students in light of his past relationship with sex offender.

Other

76 m. ago CN Proudly Celebrates the 30th Anniversary of its Privatization

MONTREAL, Nov. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Thirty years ago today, on November 17th, 1995, CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) shares were offered in an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges, raising C$2.25 billion. At the time, it was the largest IPO in Canadian history. Founded in 1919, CN […]

Culture

87 m. ago Costco selling exclusive lottery tickets is unfair, say small B.C. retailers

Costco stores in B.C. are getting exclusive rights to sell Scratch and Win tickets called 20 Dollar Hit, along with special Christmas lottery packages.

Economics

91 m. ago NDP finances in far better shape than B.C.'s under its watch

Vaughn Palmer: NDP treasurer talking about paying off party debt and piling up surpluses a stark contrast with how the current leadership manages provincial finances

Other

1 hour ago WARMINGTON: These bandits were armed with hammers and pepper spray

The problem is in addition to robbing a jewellery store in Newmarket they also assaulted a police officer and a security guard

Other

2 h. ago Weird Al makes Rogers Place 'Bigger and Weirder' with September concert

The innovator of musical parody, “Weird Al” Yankovic, is bringing his “Bigger and Weirder” tour to Edmonton next September. This will be the second run of the tour, stopping in 90 cities across North America, with a performance on Sept. 1 at Rogers Place. The 2026 tour will be the second run of the “Bigger […]

Other

2 h. ago Venture Global Files FERC Application for Plaquemines Expansion Project

ARLINGTON, Va. — Today, Venture Global, Inc. (NYSE: VG) filed with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) its application for the permitting and approval of the Plaquemines LNG brownfield expansion project. In addition, Venture Global has filed with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for the export authorizations associated with this expansion. The Plaquemines Expansion […]

Other

2 h. ago 'Pretty solid this year': Oilers hockey boss praises Skinner, criticizes the d

This in from Oilers hockey boss Stan Bowman, his take on the struggles of the decidedly mediocre and inconsistent Edmonton Oilers this year, Bowman suggesting a major issue is the play of the defence, not so much top goalie Stuart Skinner. Said Bowman in discussion with Oilers Now host Bob Stauffer: “I think the defense, […]

Sport

2 h. ago Keep Water Public Coalition: Conservative Government’s Bill 60 Turns Water Into a Business and Threatens Public Health

TORONTO — With the Ford Conservatives expected to pass Bill 60, the Keep Water Public coalition warns the legislation risks making water less affordable and less safe, eroding public-health protections and allowing corporate-control to raise water rates. Keep Water Public is a campaign by The Council of Canadians, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment […]

Politics

2 h. ago New Fortress Energy in Forbearance Talks as Debt Deadline Looms

Wes Edens’ New Fortress Energy Inc. is in talks with creditors over a forbearance agreement as it runs out of time to pay interest due on some of its debt amid struggles with project delays and cash flow.

Economics

3 h. ago ‘Truly incredible’: Commuters impressed with new branch of Montreal’s rail network

MONTREAL — Fifteen-year-old Dustin Flores-Ranger says he’s taken a ride on the new branch of Montreal’s light-rail network for three consecutive days — since the extension opened to the public over the weekend. The teenager says he’s been passionate about public transit his whole life, and wanted to be around on Monday to make sure […]

Culture

3 h. ago Premiers hint at ‘significant’ tariff relief to come after Carney meeting

New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt said premiers had a "productive" meeting with Carney that focused on the federal budget and progress on tariff talks with the United States.

Economics

3 h. ago In Calgary courts: Calgary lawyer wants testing done to determine if youth killer qualifies for an intensive rehabilitative custody and supervision order

Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from Nov. 17 to 21, 2025

Events

3 h. ago New Alberta bill seeks to formalize citizenship on licences, integration with health care cards

Bill 10 formalizes the province's push to add citizenship markers to driver's licences and integrate them with health care numbers.

Science

3 h. ago Celebrating the 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurs Driving Canada’s Growth: 2025 CQCC Award Winners Announced

TORONTO, Nov. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — At a time when more than 100,000 2SLGBTQI+-owned businesses contribute over $22 billion to Canada’s economy and employ more than 435,000 Canadians, the Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) is shining a national spotlight on the leaders driving this impact. At its milestone 10th Annual Black & White […]

Economics

3 h. ago Blue Jays legend Edwin Encarnacion added to Baseball Hall of Fame ballot

Three-time all-star was one of 12 new nominees up for enshrinement in Cooperstown.

Sport

4 h. ago Ottawa Senators bring back defenceman Dennis Gilbert for depth

The Ottawa Senators have brought back a familiar face to give the club depth on defence. The Senators finally ended the contract stalemate with restricted free agent blueliner Maxence Guenette on Monday afternoon by sending him to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for veteran blueliner Dennis Gilbert, who finished last season with Ottawa. The Flyers […]

Events

4 h. ago Sinclair takes 8% stake in EW Scripps as broadcaster eyes potential acquisition

NEW YORK (AP) — Broadcast giant Sinclair has taken a more than 8% stake in E.W. Scripps, as it eyes a potential merger with the smaller local TV rival. In a regulatory filing on Monday, Sinclair disclosed that it purchased 8.2% of Scripps’ Class A common stock “in contemplation” of a wider bid to acquire […]

Transport

4 h. ago Former Calgary teacher convicted of sexual assault with student over 20 years ago

Mario Joseph Denis Arsenault was convicted of sex crimes with a then Grade 9 student

Events