Manitoba farmers ‘itching’ to start seeding, optimistic despite dry winter
Jake Ayre, vice president with Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) said right now, there is enough moisture to grow crops, but only time will tell.
Environment
Apr 9
Agriculture, entertainment top of mind at Brandon winter fair
The annual event — one of only two such fairs in the country to receive a royal warrant — takes over the massive Keystone Centre in downtown Brandon each spring break.
Canada
Mar 25
Disability benefit won’t lift Canadians in need above poverty line: advocates
Despite being touted by the Liberals as the budget’s largest line item, critics say the funding won't help the 1.4 million disabled people living in poverty across Canada.
Canada
Apr 22
Pipeline shortages to return soon after Trans Mountain expansion comes online
Canada's oil industry will have reason to celebrate when the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion comes online. But the party may be short-lived.
Economy
Mar 11
Transport Canada issues over 20 vehicle recalls in 2 days. What to know
Transport Canada has issued over 20 vehicle recalls in the last five days, each highlighting a unique safety concern. The bulk of the recalls occurred on Monday and Tuesday.
Canada
Feb 29
TC Energy Corp. reports $1.4B Q4 profit, raises quarterly dividend
TC Energy Corp. raised its dividend as it reported a fourth-quarter profit of $1.46 billion.
Money
Feb 16
Alberta premier says protectionist policy promises in U.S. election will be a challenge
Smith is meeting with lawmakers on Capitol Hill, for the first time since becoming premier in 2022, to promote Alberta's energy industry and environmental technologies.
Politics
Feb 8
Hungary ratifies Sweden’s NATO bid, clearing final hurdle for membership
The vote, which passed with 188 votes for and six against, was the culmination of months of wrangling by Hungary's allies to convince its nationalist government to lift its block.
World
Feb 26
Manitoba has a ‘strong case’ to review carbon price in province: Kinew
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says that his province has a "credible path" to a net-zero future and so he wants to revisit the role of the federal carbon price.
Politics
Jan 6
‘Purr-fect’ cat companions join Edmonton’s Salvation Army Centre of Hope
Four new furry friends are bringing smiles to the faces of residents in Edmonton supportive living centres.
Lifestyle
Jan 3
Money Tips Monday: Teaching the importance of financial literacy
Learning about financial literacy takes time, but, in the end, it’s well worth the personal investment.
Money
Dec 1, 2023
Cleanup is done on a big Kansas oil spill on the Keystone system, TC Energy and EPA say
The operator of the Keystone pipeline system has finished cleaning up a massive 2022 oil spill, and the creek affected by it is flowing naturally again.
Environment
Nov 1, 2023
Manitoba announces reduced rent on agricultural Crown land
The measure will bring the reduction rate up to 55 per cent from 33 per cent for the 2024 growing season.
Canada
Nov 24, 2023
Indigenous rights collide with $35B Western Canada pipeline expansion
Already tens of billions over budget, a dispute over a 1.3-km stretch of construction is standing in the way of the completion of the 1,147-km Trans Mountain pipeline expansion.
Environment
Nov 22, 2023
A new outpatient centre in Halifax is now open. What you need to know
The province says the Bayers Lake Community Outpatient Centre will reduce pressure on other health facilities in the Halifax area that provide outpatient services.
Health
Nov 15, 2023
With Coastal GasLink complete, TC Energy to focus on smaller projects
The Calgary-based pipeline company announced on Wednesday the mechanical completion of its 670-kilometre Coastal GasLink project.
Canada
Nov 8, 2023
Manitoba farmers concerned about effects of St. Lawrence Seaway strike
The St. Lawrence Seaway strike has led to various industry groups calling for a swift resolution. In Manitoba, farmers are left worrying about the fate of their grain and exports.
Environment
Oct 23, 2023
Quebec pension model back on table in Alberta’s Canada Pension Plan exit debate
The Quebec model has been a point of contention amid concerns that Alberta's pension reserves could be at risk through politically-driven investment.
Politics
Oct 17, 2023
Mental health struggles on the rise among farmers, report says, but proactive steps can be taken
A new report says Canadian farmers have a higher rate of stress, depression and anxiety than the general public — something that comes as no surprise to mental health advocates.
Health
Oct 16, 2023
Trans Mountain pipeline has cost Canada $35B. Can Ottawa make it back?
The federal government plans to sell Trans Mountain once a long-delayed expansion to nearly triple the flow of crude from Alberta to Canada's Pacific Coast is completed next year.
Canada
Oct 12, 2023