Joly says Europeans thought Trump’s annexation threat
‘The reaction of my colleagues coming from Europe about this absurd threat of annexation was really, “Is that a joke?”’ Mélanie Joly told reporters.
Man accused of stealing portrait of Winston Churchill in Ottawa pleads guilty
The Ontario man accused of stealing an iconic portrait of former British prime minister Winston Churchill from Ottawa’s Chateau Laurier hotel has pleaded guilty.
Canada’s Wonderland scrapping popular 20-year-old rollercoaster
Canada’s Wonderland said it will be removing a longtime fan-favourite rollercoaster from its roster ahead of its park reopening for 2025.
U.S. wants to ditch trade ‘status quo,’ Lutnick says after Canadian talks
Ministers Dominic LeBlanc and Francois-Philippe Champagne, along with Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Canada’s ambassador, met with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick Thursday.
Edmonton’s Candy Cane Lane residents receive ice-clearing warnings from city
One of Edmonton’s most popular holiday attractions kicked off festivities on a bitter note. Icy sidewalk warnings were distributed to people living along Candy Cane Lane one day before this year’s launch. Snow clearing and sidewalk maintenance typically fall on the homeowner,...
Canada Post strike to end Tuesday as workers ordered back to work
A month-long Canada Post strike is set to end on Tuesday, after the federal labour relations board ordered postal workers to return to work, the Crown corporation said. Postal operations are set to resume on Tuesday, Canada Post said in a statement...
2nd man facing charges in deadly Ontario boat crash, police say
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) says it has charged a second man in connection to a fatal May long weekend boat crash that left three people dead. The OPP announced the new charges, which were laid under the Canada Shipping Act, on Monday –...
Chrystia Freeland resigning from cabinet hours before fiscal update
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland has announced her resignation from the federal cabinet, placing the blame on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for her decision. The announcement came in a letter she shared on X (formerly Twitter) Monday morning before Freeland was scheduled to present the...
After ‘Yes’ vote on coal, Crowsnest Pass council now wants to annex land of proposed...
Crowsnest Pass Mayor Blair Painter says council will explore an annexation of the nearby Municipal District of Ranchland, the site of the proposed coking coal mine at Grassy Mountain. Last week, Crowsnest Pass residents voted decisively in a non-binding vote in favour of the Grassy...
Toronto holiday market organizers apologize after AI-generated art sold at fair
The Town of York Historical Society issued an apology this week after greeting cards featuring art made with artificial intelligence were sold at its recent holiday market. The Snowy Paper Fair ran at Toronto’s First Post Office from Nov. 30 to...
What the death of the 7-Eleven stabbing suspect in Vancouver means for the investigation
British Columbia’s Independent Investigations Office has taken over the investigation of a violent confrontation that saw Vancouver police shoot and kill a suspect inside a 7-Eleven Wednesday after he allegedly stole liquor and attacked and injured two people. The IIO —...
Canadians with cancer spend an average $33K out of pocket for medical care: report
During her cancer treatment, Vanessa Percoco felt forced to choose between paying to feel better or making rent. Percoco, 33, of Laval, Que., worked in special education and had just started on a short contract working with Grade 3 students with special needs. A diagnosis...
Montreal billionaire Robert Miller could have as many as 100 victims, lawyer says
A Quebec judge began hearing arguments on Wednesday for a class-action lawsuit application against Montreal billionaire Robert Miller over allegations he paid minors for sex. The proposed lawsuit identifies the class as anyone under the age of 18 who was...
Mother orca with 3 offpsring in Vancouver’s False Creek a sign of recovery: researcher
A family of orcas in Vancouver’s False Creek have sparked joy among the people who saw them. It happened Sunday and was witnessed by Joanne Randle, who was travelling on False Creek Ferries, a small commuter service that transports people...
Vancouver Police Board vice-chair resigns following social media comments
The Vancouver Police Board says its vice-chair has resigned following statements she posted to social media that were inconsistent with its code of conduct. Screenshots of the Instagram posts made by Comfort Sakoma-Fadugba were shared on the online discussion website Reddit, where they...
Crowsnest Pass residents vote in favour of Grassy Mountain coal project
Residents of Crowsnest Pass in southwestern Alberta have voted to support the development of a nearby coal project, in a non-binding vote that wrapped up on Monday evening. The results of the vote, which took place from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on...
Cancer patient injured after flight, says Air Canada staff failed to properly secure her to...
Earlier this year, Sheila, who is 55, was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. She began using a wheelchair after undergoing surgery in February to remove the tumour. When Sheila’s condition worsened in recent months, the couple decided...
Exclusive Markets Honoured with “Top Trusted Financial Institution in the Financial Markets†Award in 2024
Trust is the cornerstone of Exclusive Markets‘ operations. As a financial institution operating in highly dynamic and complex global markets, the company has consistently prioritised transparency, integrity, and reliability in every aspect of its service. From secure trading platforms to customer-first...
Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce celebrates success, community spirit at annual membership meeting
DOWAGIAC — The Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Membership Meeting Wednesday at the Dowagiac Elks Lodge bringing together local business leaders, community members, and Chamber supporters for an evening of reflection, recognition, and celebration.The event highlighted the Chamber’s...
Death sentence overturned for Iranian rapper sponsored by Vancouver MP
Iranian rapper Toomaj Salehi’s death sentence has been overturned following efforts from advocates around the world, including North Vancouver MP Jonathan Wilkinson. The rapper’s lawyer, Amir Raisian, shared the news that his death sentence had been overturned in a post...
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