How does Putin stay in power?
March 16, 2024
Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to sweep to power in another illegitimate election. How does he maintain his grip and what does it mean for Ukraine and NATO?
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B.C. tradesman fights ICBC over specialized gear wrecked in crash
March 12, 2024
Michael Frass' work van was written off after a collision that wasn't his fault, but he says ICBC has been fighting him over a payout for specialized gear inside.
Accounting fix could improve B.C. fiscal estimates, says auditor general
March 12, 2024
B.C.'s auditor general says the provincial government is using more up-to-date information to forecast income tax revenue, something he expects to improve financial estimates.
Changes to B.C. anti-vandalism grants ‘good news’ say small businesses
March 12, 2024
Some B.C. small businesses are hailing changes to a government program that gives anti-vandalism grants after it was initially panned for having an 'onerous' application process.
Alberta senior warns of unsolicited door-to-door sales after spending $25K
March 12, 2024
An Alberta senior is warning of unsolicited door-to-door sales after she said she was sold on several “energy-efficient” items she didn’t necessarily need.
Edmonton kids co-author new book to fundraise for the Ben Stelter Foundation
March 12, 2024
After a tough couple of years, each fighting their own battles with cancer, Cecily Eklund. and 12 year old Cosmo Amasio are now co-authors of a new book called the Kindness Coin.
Manitoba Premier calls for Gaza ceasefire, implores feds to follow suit
March 12, 2024
Premier Wab Kinew spoke of empathy for both Muslim Manitobans and Jewish Canadians who have felt the effects of the ongoing conflict.
Alberta preparing for ‘the worst’ ahead of wildfire season
March 12, 2024
Alberta Wildfire officials say they are preparing to be ready for 'the worst that can happen' ahead of this year’s wildfire season, following last year’s record-breaking result.
Future of downtown bike lanes to go before Lethbridge City Council
March 12, 2024
Bike lanes remain a hot button issue in Lethbridge since they were installed in 2023, and now a push to to remove them is growing.
Modern and traditional health practices come together at new Shuswap healing centre
March 12, 2024
The project entails a new, 15,000 square foot health centre, which will be built on Main Street.
Lethbridge police remind residents to beware scammers during Fraud Prevention Month
March 12, 2024
According to police, seniors were once one of the largest age groups being targeted, but now people of all ages appear to be falling victim to scams.
Nenshi already front-runner in Alberta NDP leadership race despite unconfirmed bid: expert
March 11, 2024
A spokesperson for Nenshi said the former mayor will announce whether or not he will run in the Alberta NDP leadership race on Monday.
Police seeking suspect involved in sexual assault incident in southwest Calgary
March 11, 2024
Police described the suspect as a slim man around five feet 11 inches tall with short hair. He was wearing a white t-shirt and light blue jeans at the time of the incident.
Blue Jays lose, tie in split-squad pre-season play
March 11, 2024
Anthony Santander hit two home runs and finished with four RBIs in leading the Baltimore Orioles past the Toronto Blue Jays 11-6 in pre-season action on Sunday.
Woman arrested, man in life-threatening condition after struck by vehicle: Peel police
March 11, 2024
The Major Collision Bureau is investigating after a man arrived at a Brampton, Ont., hospital with life-threatening injuries consistent with being struck by a vehicle.
Driver has two vehicles impounded and 2K in fines in one night in Vernon, B.C.
March 11, 2024
A 23-year-old had two vehicles impounded in under four hours and was dinged $2,357 in fines as a result of 9 driving infractions.
DOJ opens investigation into Alaska Airlines plane blowout, report says
March 11, 2024
The Boeing plane used by Alaska Airlines suffered the blowout seven minutes after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, forcing the pilots to make an emergency landing.
Canada UN ambassador to attend emergency meeting about crisis in Haiti
March 11, 2024
Unrelenting gang attacks have paralyzed Haiti for more than a week and left it with dwindling supplies of basic goods.
Calvin Pickard stellar in Edmonton Oilers victory in Pittsburgh
March 11, 2024
Calvin Pickard made 41 saves as the Edmonton Oilers blanked the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-0 Sunday afternoon. “He is a brick wall back there,” Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse says. “As a D man and as a team mate he brings so much to the t...
First ship with aid for Gaza is still waiting in Cyprus
March 11, 2024
A ship belonging to Spanish aid group Open Arms and carrying 200 tons of food aid was expected to make a pilot voyage to Gaza from nearby Cyprus “as soon as possible."
Saskatoon officials ask people to stay off snow piles for safety
March 11, 2024
Saskatoon officials are warning people not to walk on large piles of snow following a storm last weekend. The piles can collapse and potentially suffocate those who fall through.
Jason Kelce tearily announces NFL retirement after 13 years with Eagles
March 5, 2024
Jason Kelce was visibly emotional even before making his retirement announcement in Philadelphia, often sobbing as he tried to compose himself.
Future of New Brunswick potato chip factory uncertain after devastating fire
March 5, 2024
The future of the Covered Bridge Potato Chips factory in Hartland, N.B., remains unclear, three days after the building was destroyed by fire.
Stanley Park train will be back on track for Easter, including accessible carriages
March 5, 2024
Park board commissioner Jas Virdi also announced on Monday that he will be introducing an emergency motion to reduce or eliminate ticket costs for the accessibility carriage.
Alberta man killed in avalanche near Revelstoke, B.C.
March 5, 2024
An Alberta man was killed in an avalanche while travelling with a group of four friends in the backcountry near Revelstoke over the weekend.
UN says ‘reasonable grounds’ exist of Hamas Oct. 7 sexual violence
March 5, 2024
A UN report said there are “reasonable grounds” to believe Hamas committed rape, “sexualized torture,” and other cruel treatment of women during its surprise attack in Israel.
Saskatoon schools to resume class but no buses running
March 5, 2024
School buses won't be running on Tuesday for Saskatoon Public Schools, but the division said classes will still be running.
Significant damage after arsons at school in Milton: Halton police
March 5, 2024
The fires were caused by books and papers being deliberately set ablaze inside two portables at a public school in Milton, Halton police said.
Leduc County man, 43, dies in snowmobile crash south of Edmonton
March 5, 2024
On Saturday, March 2, Thorsby RCMP said officers were called to an off-road vehicle collision involving a snowmobile near Range Road 10 in Leduc County.
Norway House arrest leads Manitoba RCMP to seizure of cocaine, pills
March 5, 2024
A Norway House man is in custody facing a number of charges after an armed incident Feb. 29 at a home in the northern Manitoba community.
Quebec firm on immigration cap as Ottawa looks to speed up family reunification
March 5, 2024
The delay to bring a spouse to Quebec is 34 months, compared with 12 months in other provinces, and for a parent it climbs to 50 months — compared with 24 months elsewhere.
B.C.’s child-care space challenges have some calling for public schools to be used
February 29, 2024
According to Stats Canada 2023 data, nearly 60 per cent of B.C. families said they have difficulty finding child care. And school-aged care can be just as difficult.
Forewarned is forearmed: VPD workshops aim to empower seniors against scammers
February 29, 2024
Vancouver police are holding a series of workshops in the city aimed at arming seniors with the tools they need to ward off scammers.
West Vancouver mayor’s law licence suspended for 2 years
February 29, 2024
On Wednesday, the Law Society of B.C. announced Mayor Mark Sager's law licence had been suspended for two years for professional misconduct.
Ottawa says it’s working to airdrop humanitarian aid into Gaza as soon as possible
February 29, 2024
International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen said Ottawa was exploring new options to deliver aid to the besieged Palestinian territory as the Israel-Hamas conflict continues.
Former HR director alleges toxic work environment at Calgary Police Service
February 29, 2024
A former human resources director at the Calgary Police Service says CPS was rife with harassment, bullying and discrimination.
Chicken for Lunch: The end of an eatery era in downtown Edmonton
February 29, 2024
After 32 years in business, the infamous Chicken for Lunch eatery in the food court at Rice Howard Place is closing in downtown Edmonton.
Biden ‘continues to be fit for duty,’ his doctor says after annual physical
February 29, 2024
The assessment from Biden's physician comes amid reservations about Biden seeking a second term during this fall's election due to his age and concerns about his mental fitness.