Large crowds gathered in Red Deer and Eckville as organizers start collecting about 178,000 signatures to trigger a provincial referendum on Alberta independence.
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Alto’s consultation includes Ottawa’s 1912 Union Station and the current Via Rail terminal as possible high-speed rail termini, with decisions and funding to follow a multi-year process.
4 MIN READCritiques of the Blue Zones highlight data problems and commercialisation, but many of the movement’s core habits align with evidence on healthy ageing.
4 MIN READCanada’s transit investments should prioritise adaptable, transit-oriented communities that integrate housing, jobs and public space, backed by long-term policy and funding.
4 MIN READCellar tours now highlight concrete eggs, clay amphorae and larger oak vessels as winemakers seek flavour, texture and regional authenticity.
4 MIN READCrashes are normal. Investors who avoid panic, keep contributing and plan for income needs can emerge ahead when markets recover.
4 MIN READThousands marched in Nuuk after U.S. rhetoric about buying Greenland and a new tariff threat aimed at NATO countries participating in Arctic operations.
4 MIN READPrime Minister Mark Carney has accepted an invitation from U.S. President Donald Trump to join the Board of Peace, the executive group charged with Gaza’s reconstruction and economic recovery.
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Trump said the U.S. will impose a 10% tariff on goods from eight European nations, escalating a dispute over Greenland and straining NATO ties.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney landed in Doha to pitch Canada as a stable destination for capital and to deepen trade ties with Qatar in AI, energy and infrastructure.
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Unsheltered homelessness has surged in rural and northern communities, overwhelming local services and forcing towns to improvise shelters, firefighting gear and security.
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Donald Trump quipped about Canada while greeting the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers at the White House. Several Panthers are Canadian, and the team is managing injuries this season.
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Laval resident Maria Caroli won Gagnant à vie and chose $1,000 a week for life instead of a $1 million lump sum.
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Canadians travelling for tourism can enter the Dominican Republic with passports valid only for the length of their stay, through Dec. 31, 2026. Check requirements before you go.
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Uber Eats' 10th anniversary report names Calgary the most generous tippers, followed by Edmonton, Montreal and Halifax. The report also details popular orders and politeness rankings.
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Trump’s moves in Venezuela and threats toward Colombia are increasing geopolitical risk for Canadian firms with big investments in the region, forcing higher risk premiums.
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Israel says the White House did not coordinate the Gaza executive committee with Tel Aviv. The panel includes U.S. and regional figures but no Israeli official.
4 MIN READIran's supreme leader accused the US president of encouraging protests and said demonstrations killed 'several thousand'. Officials report limited internet access as the country returns to an uneasy calm.
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The Canadian Dairy Commission will raise farmgate milk prices by 2.3% starting Feb. 1, 2026. The change may add a few cents per litre to milk sold to processors.
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Large crowds gathered in Red Deer and Eckville as organizers start collecting about 178,000 signatures to trigger a provincial referendum on Alberta independence.
4 MIN READCanada briefed the U.S. on a deal to ease tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. The agreement allows 49,000 imports at a 6.1% tariff and ties growth to Chinese investment in Canada.
4 MIN READAI-generated sexual images on X reveal gaps in law and platform responsibility. Ottawa should expand intimate-image laws and treat platforms as publishers.
4 MIN READDaniel Jolivet, released on bail after 33 years, is learning phones, paperwork and everyday freedoms while waiting to learn if he will get a new trial.
4 MIN READTransport Canada says two recalls affect over 300,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles after an engine block heater can leak and short circuit, creating a fire risk.
3 MIN READThe EU and Mercosur signed a trade agreement in Paraguay, opening the bloc to reduced tariffs while sparking protests from farmers and environmental groups.
4 MIN READCanada’s passport ranks eighth globally in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, giving visa-free access to 181 destinations. The index measures travel freedom, not residency or work rights.
4 MIN READRobotaxis will not fix Toronto’s slow transit, and they could make things worse
Companies such as Waymo use low fares to create artificial demand, pulling riders from weak public transit. Cities should strengthen transit and charge for road space before welcoming robotaxis.
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Thousands marched in Nuuk after U.S. rhetoric about buying Greenland and a new tariff threat aimed at NATO countries participating in Arctic operations.
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Iran’s supreme leader blamed protesters for thousands of deaths and called President Trump a "criminal" for backing unrest, while limited internet access returned in parts of Iran.
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Toronto police have charged a 24-year-old in a series of knife-point robberies along Steeles Avenue in late December and early January. Officers say they recovered a knife and clothing during the arrest.
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President Trump said he will impose a 10% tariff in February on goods from eight European nations, rising to 25% in June if no agreement is reached over U.S. control of Greenland.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in Doha for a two-day visit, the first by a sitting Canadian prime minister to Qatar, focused on investment, trade and security partnerships.
3 MIN READPrime Minister Mark Carney has accepted an invitation from U.S. President Donald Trump to join the Board of Peace, the executive group charged with Gaza’s reconstruction and economic recovery.
4 MIN READTrump said the U.S. will impose a 10% tariff on goods from eight European nations, escalating a dispute over Greenland and straining NATO ties.
5 MIN READPrime Minister Mark Carney landed in Doha to pitch Canada as a stable destination for capital and to deepen trade ties with Qatar in AI, energy and infrastructure.
4 MIN READUnsheltered homelessness has surged in rural and northern communities, overwhelming local services and forcing towns to improvise shelters, firefighting gear and security.
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London woman wins $250,000, plans retirement after second lottery prize in a year
Canada updates Cuba travel advisory, warns of shortages and power outages
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman says he binged Crave’s Heated Rivalry
Eight strangers in Laval split $5-million Lotto 6/49 Classic jackpot
Seaspan design chosen for U.S. Coast Guard’s new Arctic icebreakers
Donald Trump quipped about Canada while greeting the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers at the White House. Several Panthers are Canadian, and the team is managing injuries this season.
3 MIN READLaval resident Maria Caroli won Gagnant à vie and chose $1,000 a week for life instead of a $1 million lump sum.
3 MIN READCanadians travelling for tourism can enter the Dominican Republic with passports valid only for the length of their stay, through Dec. 31, 2026. Check requirements before you go.
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City planning staff back a six-storey, 56-unit condominium and a small public park at 2425–2427 Bayview Ave and 1 The Bridle Path. North York Community Council will review it Oct 21.
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Owners have filed revisions to the St. Clair Place master plan that shift density into a taller southeast tower, reduce a mid‑rise on Alvin Ave and preserve a new public park.
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Provincial repeal of Toronto’s Green Roof By-law removes a 15-year mandate that created 1,200+ green rooftops and a $50-million local industry, raising infrastructure and flood risks.
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CreateTO proposes two rental buildings at 9 Shortt St., including a 41-storey tower and 30% affordable units. Neighbours say losing 130 parking spaces will hurt small businesses and accessibility.
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Toronto Police and Crime Stoppers have boosted cash rewards to $2,000 for tips on retail theft, part of a campaign running until Feb. 6. Tips can be anonymous.
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Cyclists will ride Eglinton on Sept. 11 to demand the City install bike lanes during road resurfacing, after officials paused construction until the LRT opens.
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Cyclists rallied along Eglinton to urge Toronto to install planned bike lanes now, arguing delays will cause extra construction, higher costs and safety risks.
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Council will consider releasing $5,300 in developer-funded funds to complete a heritage plaque for the Village Corner, the Yorkville club that helped launch Gordon Lightfoot.
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Federal and municipal funds will expand the Black Creek sewer, enabling up to 63,000 new homes in Downsview. Build Canada Homes will pilot modular units with at least 40% affordable.
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An analysis of Toronto's open-data ticket logs shows 10 addresses produced over 30,000 parking tickets in 2024. Pricing, turnover and design help explain the concentration.
3 MIN READToronto’s Vision Zero data show traffic deaths fell to 39 in 2025 and pedestrian deaths are down sharply, but cycling injuries and congestion policy pose unresolved safety trade-offs.
4 MIN READElection-year transit talk has reverted to slogans. Toronto should prioritise faster buses, better LRTs and smarter use of existing infrastructure before committing more costly subways.
4 MIN READProvincial bans stalled several bike projects in 2025, but council approvals, new trails and falling fatalities offer cautious optimism ahead of the municipal election.
4 MIN READMars has revived the Yonge and Queen holiday windows with a free, seven-window display at 176 Yonge Street. The colourful installation runs through Jan. 2, 2026, with a charity tie-in.
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Ontario will licence more surgical centres for orthopaedic procedures to ease backlogs. Data show most procedures meet targets, but paediatric and gynaecological care face the longest delays.
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