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Government spending questioned as SRO still open while businesses are closing
The Broadway Subway Project has already caused business owners in the area to express frustration with long delays and declining revenue.
Calgary Chamber says trade negotiations ‘a tipping point’ in relationship with U.S.
Is the latest round of trade negotiations with the U.S. the "new normal?" That's the question the Calgary Chamber of Commerce says is on the mind of many of its members.
Edmonton councillor seeks study on infill property values
The city's zoning bylaw changed at the start of 2024 to allow more infill development. There is no timeline for when the city report could be completed.
Hope Mission looks to expand permanent shelter services in Edmonton
A public hearing was held Monday on a rezoning application for the site near Argyll Road and 75th Street. Currently, the building is used as a thrift store and a warehouse.
Nova Scotia Power doesn’t know why hacked customer data wasn’t previously deleted
Executive Blake Williams told a regulatory hearing that the company has mechanisms to automatically delete certain data in cycles of no more than 90 days.
Death cap mushroom killer Erin Patterson to appeal triple murder conviction
Three judges in an Australian court will hear arguments for two appeals. One by Patterson and the other by the Victoria director of public prosecutions (DPP).
‘Generations of knowledge’ to be shared as SPSA enters MOU with First Nations councils
Wildfire management in Saskatchewan will be informed by First Nations perspectives, as outlined in an MOU signed by the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency and two nations, Tuesday.
‘Heated Rivalry’ author donates $300K to N.S. libraries slated for closure
Rachel Reid, a Nova Scotia resident, said libraries are an essential service and with some slated for closure felt she needed to help keep them open.
Rare grizzly bear sighting in Lions Bay prompts warning from search and rescue
In an online post, the organization said the bear has been spotted near Deeks Lake and is believed to be a young male, about six to eight years old.
Trial begins for 2nd person accused in 2018 murder of rapper ‘Smoke Dawg’
Court has heard that the Crown will not be seeking an adult sentence for the man who is now on trial, given he was only 16 at the time.
Historic Cumberland building goes up in flames
Chief Michael Williamson said they were alerted to the fire when people heard the alarms ringing and called in Courtenay firefighters to help.
Chief calls for respect from Alberta after government misses Treaty anniversary event
First Nations are calling for more respect from the Alberta government after the Indigenous relations minister missed a celebration marking the 150th anniversary of Treaty 6.
Manitoba’s largest hospital still recovering after cyberattack
Shared Health says it is still investigating whether any personal health or financial data was accessed, but that an initial review suggested none was.
Montreal police confirm use of licence-plate camera in targeted investigation
The technology can automatically record licence plates and vehicle characteristics as cars pass the camera, allowing investigators to search the information later.
3 security guards charged for alleged assault at downtown Winnipeg nightclub
Winnipeg police said three nightclub security personnel were arrested and charged with aggravated assault on Wednesday, in connection with an Aug. 3 incident.
Adult, youth charged with firearms offences after Louis Bull First Nation incident
A 23-year-old and 17-year-old are now facing charges after a call for a firearm threat on Louis Bull First Nation on Aug. 6, RCMP say.
Cineplex reports highest 2nd quarter amid rising theatre attendance
Movie theatre attendance added up to 12.7 million patrons between April and June 2026, up from 11.6 million a year earlier at the same time of year.
1 dead, 1 rescued after canoe capsizes in Ontario lake
According to police, two individuals were canoeing on Stewart Lake in Georgian Bay Township Saturday when the craft overturned approximately 40 feet from shore.
Roughriders roll past winless Redblacks 42-20
The Ottawa Redblacks are still searching for their first victory of the CFL season after a 42-20 loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Friday.
Dutch elm disease discovered in downtown Edmonton, Delwood-area trees
Dutch elm disease, caused by a deadly fungus that spreads through the tree's roots and by a specific species of bark beetle, poses a significant threat to Edmonton's forest.
Angler reels in training grenade from Red River in Selkirk: RCMP
A training grenade was fished out of a river in Selkirk, Man., on Thursday, according to the Manitoba RCMP, who said it was deemed safe for travel and will be disposed of.
