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Alberta moves to weaken its carbon price amidst talk of national ‘grand bargain’
Since the election of Prime Minister Mark Carney in April, Alberta and the federal government have been talking about a “grand bargain” to balance rapid industrial development with emissions reductions. But at the same time, the province is...
Doctors Manitoba cheers changes to help U.S. physicians relocate to province
Regulatory changes intended to make it easier for U.S.-based physicians to relocate and practice in Manitoba are being loudly applauded by an advocacy group in the province. "We're really excited about it. Manitoba has one of the worst doctor...
Ontario Securities Commission Joins International Regulators For Global Week Of Action Against Unlawful Finfluencers
The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) joined regulators from across the globe this week to crack-down on unauthorised finfluencers who are putting millions of social media users at risk by touting financial products or services illegally. The...

Here’s what it takes to become a foster caregiver in Alberta
Chastin Martel Lakeside Leader To become a foster caregiver, particularly with Taproot (formally WJS Canada), there are many steps to take. The process is lengthy, but it can result in compassionate people and families providing care to children...

Vancouver Art Book Fair returns with expanded programming
Get the best of Vancouver in your inbox, every Tuesday and Thursday. Sign up for our free newsletter. Calling all bibliophiles, design nerds, and DIY diehards, Vancouver Art Book Fair is back, and this year, it’s louder, bolder, and turning the...

Ontario gym is among those offering free summer membership for teens

Here are the best places to go whale watching around Vancouver
Nature lovers have been treated to some majestic whale sightings around Vancouver in recent memory. From frolicking pods of orcas to giant humpbacks and even newborn calves in the waters around B.C., there’s plenty for whale fans to get excited...

Instant Analysis: Associate Coach Derek Lalonde Hired By Toronto Maple Leafs
Steve Dangle discusses the Toronto Maple leafs decision to hire Derek Lalonde as associate coach and what this could mean for them this upcoming season. What will change? What could he help improve? Find out all that and more here! NEW BOOK!:...

Possible measles exposures at Manitoba Museum, Grunthal school: health officials
Public health officials are warning people might have been exposed to measles at the Manitoba Museum in Winnipeg and at a school in Grunthal last month. Anyone who attended the museum at 190 Rupert Ave. on May 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. is...

Winnipeg's Assiniboine Park Zoo welcomes family of 5 grey wolves from Vancouver
Assiniboine Park Zoo in Winnipeg is inviting guests to connect with and meet a new family of five grey wolves that it welcomed from the Greater Vancouver Zoo on Thursday. The pack includes the parents, seven-year-old Chinook and Gigi, and their...

2nd man convicted of human smuggling after family froze to death at Manitoba border files notice of appeal
Both men convicted of human smuggling following a trial last year have now filed notices of appeal, in a case where a family of four from India froze to death as they tried to walk across the international border from Manitoba in blizzard...

Cascadia Cup Preview: Sounders vs Vancouver

Quebec's anti-corruption unit reveals it's been investigating SAAQclic debacle for months
Montreal UPAC, Quebec's anti-corruption squad, announced on Thursday it has been investigating the chaotic rollout of SAAQclic for over three months. Investigation started at the end of February, UPAC says CBC News · Posted: Jun 06, 2025 3:57 PM...
Thesis Gold mobilizes exploration crews to Lawyers-Ranch, British Columbia
Thesis Gold Inc. [TSXV: TAU; OTCQX: THSGF; WKN: A3EP87] has mobilized crews for the 2025 exploration season at its 100%-owned Lawyers-Ranch Project, located in northern British Columbia’s prolific Toodoggone mining district. The company is...

Understanding Firefighter Rescues in Ontario
Firefighter Anthony De Benedictis details his personal project, The Firefighter Rescue Survey, where he collected information from public sources to analyze rescue trends within the province. He emphasizes the importance of this data for improving...

Quebec could break its poor air quality record as smoke sits over the province
Quebecers are being urged to take precautions as a special air quality statement is in effect Friday, with smoke from wildfires in the Canadian Prairies drifting into the province. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) says the smoke is...

Saskatchewan Premier Moe says two people charged with starting wildfires
REGINA — Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says two people have been charged with setting wildfires. He says one of them was charged in relation to a fire around La Ronge, which has forced 7,000 people to flee their homes. REGINA — Saskatchewan...

American Cameron Champ lines up a putt on the way to the 36-hole lead in the US PGA Tour Canadian Open in Toronto

Manitoba Harvest launches new smoothie boosters
Manitoba Harvest expands its Hemp+ portfolio with the introduction of three herbal-infused smoothie boosters. The new blends include: Hemp+ Mood: This is a blend of organic hemp, ashwagandha, and lemon balm. Hemp+ Energy: This blend contains...

Saskatchewan’s new Franchise Disclosure Regulations: How they compare to rest of Canada
By Melissa Cattini, Ahmed Malik and Caitlin Madden ( June 6, 2025, 1:56 PM EDT) -- On May 8, 2024, Saskatchewan’s Franchise Disclosure Act (the Act) received royal assent. Once in force, this will make Saskatchewan the seventh province to enact...