Over $22K raised through annual United Way Drive-Thru Breakfast in Penticton, B.C.
The annual United Way Drive-thru Breakfast in Penticton, B.C., raised over $22,000 Thursday morning.
Canada
Apr 11
CRA’s handling of bare trust reporting rules needs ‘systemic review,’ MP says
A Conservative MP is calling for a "systemic review" into the Canada Revenue Agency's recent handling of bare trust reporting requirements amid ongoing criticisms.
Money
Apr 9
Proposed Renter’s Bill of Rights a good first step, but not enough for Alberta: advocate
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced three new proposed reforms in the 2024 budget that aim to protect Canadian renters.
Economy
Apr 15
Will counting rent for credit score help if home prices stay high? What we know
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced last week the measures would aim to amend the Canadian Mortgage Charter in an effort to make it more fair for renters.
Canada
Apr 2
Highway reopens at N.S.-N.B. border amid carbon pricing protest
Traffic is flowing again at the Nova Scotia-New Brunswick border after police shut down the highway earlier in the day due to a protest against the carbon price increase.
Canada
Apr 1
Manitoba housing advocates, property managers react to proposed federal rent reform
Housing advocates say the federal government's proposed rent reforms are a step in the right direction.
Canada
Mar 28
Canadian breweries, distilleries hoping for another round after federal tax cap
Local breweries and distilleries are hoping for some more relief after the feds capped the excise tax.
Canada
Mar 11
Calgary mayor ‘can’t believe’ comments made by federal minister about not funding new road projects
Mayor Jyoti Gondek said she "can't believe that statement was even made."
Politics
Feb 15
WestJet CEO’s apology rings hollow for B.C. Paralympian after ‘humiliating’ boarding
WestJet CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech apologized on Parliament Hill Thursday for a string of recent incidents in which the airline let passengers with disabilities down.
Canada
Feb 16
Golden Globes 2024: All the best, most stunning fashion on the red carpet
It's the start of entertainment awards season in Hollywood and the Golden Globes red carpet is the first stop.
Entertainment
Jan 7
‘Huge spike’ in population adding to pressures on Ontario ERs
Of approximately 22,000 acute care beds in Ontario hospitals, more than 6,000 are occupied by patients who should be in another more appropriate setting.
Canada
Jan 18
‘Dire consequence’: Ontario doctors pitch plan for buckling health-care sector
The Ontario Medical Association is pitching an 11-point plan to address weaknesses in the health-care system, with primary care the main priority.
Politics
Jan 16
Japanese rescue workers at ‘critical moment’ in search for earthquake survivors
Japanese rescue workers and canine units searched urgently through rubble Wednesday ahead of predicted bitter cold and heavy rain.
World
Jan 3
Trudeau vows $100M+ to build more than 40K homes in Vancouver
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced plans to build more than 40,000 homes in Vancouver in the next decade. He didn't say if the homes would be houses or apartments.
Canada
Dec 15, 2023
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
B.C. restaurant holds open house fundraiser for Gaza victims
The Tamam: Fine Palestinian Cuisine restaurant served food for donations on Saturday.
Canada
Oct 29, 2023
More than 50 Indigenous fish harvesters in the Maritimes charged or on trial: Ottawa
Federal prosecutors are pressing ahead with charges against dozens of Indigenous fishers, some of whom are planning constitutional challenges.
Money
Oct 15, 2023
Canada’s industry minister is calling global CEOs in bid to boost competition
The move comes amid a push for more competition in Canada's grocery sector as well as on other consumer goods, as inflation continues to impact Canadians' wallets.
Canada
Oct 8, 2023
FDA approves first postpartum depression pill in U.S.
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday granted approval of the drug, Zurzuvae, for adults experiencing severe depression related to childbirth or pregnancy.
U.S. News
Aug 5, 2023
Saskatchewan parties band together to fight candidate deposit increase
Saskatchewan Liberals, Greens and Progressive Conservatives are banding together to oppose the political candidate deposit increase.
Politics
May 18, 2023
