🇨🇦 Canada

New Brunswick Pioneers Direct Alcohol Sales Across Canadian Provinces
July 10 @ 12:01pm ET  
New Brunswick has signed an agreement with other Canadian provinces to allow direct-to-consumer alcohol sales. This move aims to enhance trade and provide consumers access to diverse products by May 2026.
Montreal Man Faces Life Sentence for Terrorism Charge Over Alleged Threats
July 10 @ 10:01am ET  
Mohamed Abdullah Warsame faces a life sentence in Montreal after his charge of uttering threats was upgraded to a terrorism offense. Prosecutor Samuel Monfette-Tessier invoked Section 83.27 of the Criminal Code on July 7.
Canada's Wage Growth to Accelerate as Immigration Slows, Says Conference Board
July 10 @ 8:01am ET  
The Conference Board of Canada predicts faster wage growth as immigration slows, tightening the labor market. Trade uncertainties with the U.S. may mute hiring in 2025, despite resilient employment.
Shen Yun Under Siege: Bomb Threats and Beijing's Campaign in Canada
July 10 @ 6:01am ET  
Shen Yun Performing Arts faces bomb threats in Canada, including a chilling email to Vancouver's Queen Elizabeth Theatre. The group claims Beijing orchestrates these attacks to suppress their cultural mission.
Worker Satisfaction Plummets in Ontario and Atlantic Canada for June
July 9 @ 8:01pm ET  
Worker satisfaction in Ontario and Atlantic Canada has hit a low of 6.7 out of 10 in June per ADP Canada's Index. This decline highlights growing workplace concerns in these regions.
Quebec Bar Revokes Leonardo Rizzuto's Law License Amid Mafia Charges
July 9 @ 4:13pm ET  
Quebec's bar association suspended Leonardo Rizzuto's law license on July 2 amid organized crime charges. The alleged Mafia leader faces first-degree murder charges linked to a 2011 killing.
Ford and Smith Forge New Energy and Trade Ties in Calgary
July 9 @ 2:02pm ET  
Ontario's Doug Ford and Alberta's Danielle Smith signed MOUs on July 7 in Calgary to study new energy corridors and boost trade. This aims to strengthen Canada's economy amid U.S. tariff concerns.
Canada's Ministers Strengthen Air Quality Rules Amid Wildfire Challenges
July 9 @ 12:03pm ET  
Canada's environment ministers endorsed stricter air quality standards for fine particulate matter in Yellowknife. They acknowledged wildfires as a major pollution source affecting Canadians' health.
Alberta Faces 65% Surge in Auto Theft Claims Costs, IBC Reports
July 9 @ 10:05am ET  
Auto theft claims costs in Alberta have surged 65% in three years, reaching $110.3 million in 2024, per the Insurance Bureau of Canada. Calgary and Edmonton saw the highest increases, straining the province's insurance market.
Correctional Service Canada Unveils Findings on Robert Pickton's Prison Death
July 9 @ 6:01am ET  
The Correctional Service of Canada released findings on Robert Pickton's death, revealing he was killed with a broken broom handle. The report suggests securing supplies and updating inmate records to prevent future assaults.
Court Mandates RCMP and TD Bank to Disclose Freedom Convoy Account Freeze Details
July 9 @ 4:10am ET  
A judge ordered RCMP and TD Bank to release records on Evan Blackman's frozen accounts during the 2022 Freedom Convoy protest. This ruling may reveal details of government actions under the Emergencies Act.
Shania Twain Shines as 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade Marshal
July 8 @ 8:01pm ET  
Shania Twain led the 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade as Marshal on July 4, captivating over 300,000 spectators. She also headlined a concert at the Saddledome on July 5, marking a triumphant return to the iconic festival.
Southern Ontario Faces Scorching Heat Wave This Weekend, Warns Environment Canada
July 8 @ 6:01pm ET  
Southern Ontario braces for a heat wave this weekend, with Environment Canada warning of humidex values feeling like 40 degrees. Daytime highs of 31 to 33 degrees are expected from Windsor to Peterborough.
Flair Airlines Faces $30.9 Million Lawsuit Over Missed Rent Payments
July 8 @ 4:16pm ET  
Flair Airlines faces a $30.9 million lawsuit from leasing companies over missed rent payments and ignored default notices. The 2023 aircraft seizures at Canadian airports have sparked a heated legal battle.
Canada Considers Financial Aid for Rio Tinto Amid U.S. Tariff Challenges
July 8 @ 2:06pm ET  
Canada is discussing financial aid with Rio Tinto to counter U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly emphasized protecting jobs in Quebec's aluminum sector during her Saguenay visit.
Anchovy Fillets Recalled Across Canada Over Histamine Concerns
July 8 @ 12:03pm ET  
Vicente Marino Anchovy Fillets are recalled across Canada due to high histamine levels, posing health risks. The CFIA urges consumers not to use the product sold in multiple provinces.
RCMP Seeks Alleged Quebec Cocaine Trafficker in Nationwide Warrant
July 8 @ 10:10am ET  
The RCMP has issued a Canada-wide warrant for André Chartrand, a 53-year-old Quebec man accused of cocaine trafficking. Chartrand failed to appear at his June 23 trial, prompting intensified efforts to locate him.
Canadian Pilot's Ethiopia Mission Ignites Live Aid Legacy 40 Years Later
July 8 @ 8:01am ET  
William Rew's aid missions in Ethiopia during 1983-1984 helped spark the historic 1985 Live Aid concerts. Raising over US$100 million, the event united billions to combat famine.
Canada Faces $78 Billion Annual Deficit Amid Rising Debt, Report Warns
July 8 @ 6:01am ET  
Canada's federal deficit could average $78 billion yearly over four years, adding $350 billion to debt, per a C.D. Howe Institute report. Military spending to meet NATO's 2% GDP target is a key driver, with a $92 billion deficit expected in 2025-26.
Lynn Lake Faces Second Evacuation as Wildfires Threaten Power Supply
July 7 @ 8:05pm ET  
Lynn Lake, Manitoba, faces a second evacuation due to wildfires threatening power lines. The crisis, risking a month-long outage, has displaced hundreds as officials seek more firefighting resources.
Explosion at BC Minister Bowinn Ma's Office Sparks Ongoing Investigation
July 7 @ 4:09pm ET  
An explosion damaged BC Minister Bowinn Ma's North Vancouver office on June 27, prompting an RCMP investigation. Ma remains committed to supporting her community despite the incident.
Ontario's $125 Million Plan to Slash Hip and Knee Surgery Wait Times
July 7 @ 2:01pm ET  
Ontario is investing $125 million to add 20,000 hip and knee surgeries at private clinics over two years. This aims to cut wait times, ensuring 90 percent of patients get care within recommended timeframes.
Lytton, B.C. Wildfire Ignited by RCMP Trailer Wheel Sparks Evacuations
July 7 @ 12:02pm ET  
A wildfire near Lytton, B.C., sparked by a wheel falling off an RCMP trailer on July 1, has led to evacuations. The Izman Creek fire, now at 245 hectares, poses a significant threat to the community.
Trade Tensions Drive Canadians to Slash Spending, TD Report Reveals
July 7 @ 10:11am ET  
Canadians are cutting back on spending due to escalating trade tensions with the U.S., as revealed by a TD Economics report. Consumer credit card spending growth dropped to 1.5% in Q2 2025, reflecting economic uncertainty.
Alberta Christian Rallies Kick Off to Support Municipal Election Hopefuls
July 7 @ 8:01am ET  
The Christian Impact Network launched rallies in Alberta starting July 5 in Westlock to support Christian candidates for October municipal elections. Their tour aims to connect voters and candidates with shared values across 12 cities.
Montreal Mother Faces Criminal Negligence Charge in Child Abandonment Case
July 7 @ 6:01am ET  
A Montreal mother faces criminal negligence charges for allegedly abandoning her three-year-old daughter in an Ontario field. The case has shocked communities as legal proceedings continue in Quebec.
Automaker CEOs Urge Carney to Scrap Canada's EV Mandate by 2035
July 7 @ 4:10am ET  
Top automaker CEOs from Ford, Stellantis, and GM Canada urged Prime Minister Mark Carney on July 2 to repeal the 2035 EV mandate. They argue the targets are unsustainable amid declining sales and trade pressures.
Trump Approves Junction Pipeline Permit for Cross-Border Oil Import
July 5 @ 8:30am ET  
President Trump has approved a permit for Junction Pipeline Company to build a cross-border pipeline from Alberta to Montana. This move aims to boost U.S. energy security by importing Canadian crude oil.
Victoria's $10.35 Million Safety Plan Targets Homelessness and Disorder
July 4 @ 8:02pm ET  
Victoria Mayor Marianne Alto unveiled a $10.35 million plan to boost community safety, targeting homelessness and disorder on Pandora Avenue. Residents can expect visible changes within six months through more officers and housing.
Canada's Digital Services Tax Reversal: Refunds Await New Legislation
July 4 @ 6:01pm ET  
Canada scrapped its digital services tax to restart U.S. trade talks, but refunds await new legislation, per the CRA. The tax, a 3% levy on tech giants like Amazon, cost about US$2 billion retroactive to 2022.
Empire and Lactalis Canada Lead the Way in Signing Grocery Code of Conduct
July 4 @ 4:02pm ET  
Empire Co. Ltd., parent of Sobeys, and Lactalis Canada are the first to sign Canada's grocery code of conduct. This move aims to enhance fairness and transparency in the industry ahead of full implementation on January 1, 2026.
Killer Whales Sharing Food with Humans: A Sign of Curiosity?
July 4 @ 2:01pm ET  
Killer whales off Vancouver Island have been observed sharing prey with humans, a rare behavior documented in a new study. Researcher Jared Towers suggests orcas may be trying to understand 'who we are' through these interactions.