RCMP still probing alleged interference in federal elections, inquiry hears
The ongoing inquiry into foreign interference is set to hear on Thursday from the top brass of Canada's intelligence agencies and foreign service.
Canada
Apr 4
Trial begins for Saskatchewan man accused of abducting daughter to prevent COVID-19 vaccination
The trial is centered around Michael Gordon Jackson, a 53-year-old who pleaded not guilty to abduction in contravention of a child custody order.
Canada
Apr 8
Host of B.C. hunting TV show fined for illegal hunting activity
Sheep and moose parts were later matched by DNA analysis to kill sites in Alberta and shell casings from a sheep kill in Alberta also matched the firearm officers seized in B.C.
Crime
Feb 8
Remembering the celebrities we lost in 2023
From movie and TV stars to musicians and other notable personalities, we said goodbye to a lot of familiar, beloved faces this year.
Entertainment
Dec 30, 2023
The Hollywood strikes are over. When will your favourite stars, shows return?
The actors' union has reached a tentative agreement with studios and streaming services, ending more than six months of labour strife.
Entertainment
Nov 9, 2023
Fergus resident recognized for efforts in suicide prevention
Lynn Brandwood was the recipient of the 2023 Neil Dunsmore Power of One award by Here4Hope
Canada
Sep 12, 2023
PRHC must add 107 beds, 493 staff over next 4 years to meet demand: report
The Ontario Council of Hospital Unions (OCHU) released a new report outlining ongoing issues with inadequate staffing at hospitals across the province and demands for more hiring.
Health
Aug 23, 2023
Family of boy who died in N.S. flooding tragedy calls for better preparedness
The family of Colton Sisco, 6, are raising questions about a public alert that was delayed close to two hours, unreliable cellular service and a lack of flood-risk mapping.
Canada
Aug 18, 2023
6 ex-officers plead guilty to charges for torturing 2 Black men in Mississippi
Some of the officers nicknamed themselves the 'Goon Squad' because of their willingness to use excessive force and cover it up, prosecutors say.
U.S. News
Aug 14, 2023
Northwestern Ontario First Nation elects new chief ‘nail-biting’ close vote
When all the ballots were counted by Sunday at dawn, Michele Solomon was elected the new chief of Fort William First Nation, near Thunder Bay, Ont.
Politics
May 30, 2023
Canadians need a ‘wake-up call’ on China interference in Canada, Liberal MP says
A Liberal MP says a foreign agent registry could be a 'wake-up call' for Canadians regarding potential Chinese interference in the country's affairs.
Canada
May 12, 2023
National security advisers don’t recall receiving CSIS report on MP threats
The development raises yet more questions about how the report detailing China's targeting of MPs, including Michael Chong and his family, somehow fell through the cracks in 2021.
Politics
May 9, 2023
Trudeau says Canada ‘will not be intimidated’ by China amid diplomatic expulsions
China has declared a Canadian diplomat as 'persona non grata' in retaliation for Ottawa's expulsion of a Chinese consular official.
Canada
May 9, 2023
New portion of Shuswap North Okanagan rail trail to take shape
The Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail is receiving $500,000 from a provincial grant program to construct of a section of the rail trail from Spallumcheen to Armstrong.
Canada
Mar 7, 2023
Michael Gordon Jackson released on bail after being accused of child abduction
Jackson was the subject of a Canada-wide warrant after he allegedly abducted his daughter to keep her from receiving the COVID-19 vaccination in Nov. 2021.
Crime
Feb 14, 2023
Grammys 2023: Beyoncé now the most decorated artist in Grammy history
Beyoncé has won 32 Grammys, officially toppling the previous record of 31 awards held by the late Hungarian-British conductor Georg Solti.
Entertainment
Feb 5, 2023
Remembering the celebrities we lost in 2022
From movie and TV stars to musicians and notable personalities, we said goodbye to a lot of familiar, beloved faces this year.
Entertainment
Dec 30, 2022
Opioid crackdown in U.S. restricting some mental health prescriptions
Restrictions prompted by the opioid crisis have led to tighter controls in the U.S. of some psychiatric drugs routinely prescribed to help manage conditions like anxiety and ADHD.
Health
Dec 12, 2022
Association, advocate applaud N.B. decision to require nursing home staff to be vaccinated
Eighteen per cent of staff are not fully vaccinated, according to the New Brunswick Association of Nursing Homes.
Health
Sep 16, 2021
COVID-19 vaccine boosters recommended for 65+, at-risk people: U.S. CDC advisers
They recommended a booster shot of the Pfizer and BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for those aged 65 and older and some adults with underlying medical conditions.
Health
Sep 23, 2021