Kingston climate activists rally for second annual ‘Fossil Fools Day’
Seniors with SCAN as well as other Kingston, Ont., climate action groups gathered in front of RBC downtown to protest the institution's spending on fossil fuels.
Canada
Apr 6
City of White Rock mulling CCTV cameras for public safety
The City of White Rock is working on possibly adding CCTV cameras in public spaces to increase public safety and deter crime.
Crime
Apr 7
‘What were they thinking?’: Calls to cancel bridge closure on St. Patrick’s Day weekend
There are growing calls for Transports Quebec to reconsider closing the Ile-aux-Tourtes bridge on St. Patrick's Day weekend, but parade organizers may be out of luck.
Canada
Mar 14
Calgary issues water reduction advisory ahead of possible restrictions
The city says Calgarians now face a water reduction advisory and should immediately start conserving water inside and outside of their homes.
Environment
Apr 19
Calgary Stampeders hire Beau Baldwin as CFL club’s quarterbacks coach
The Calgary Stampeders hired Beau Baldwin as their quarterbacks coach Monday.
Canada
Mar 26
Massive Calgary exhibit showcases rare H.G. Wells books
An exhibit featuring the work of British author H.G. Wells pays tribute to one of the giants of science fiction.
Features
Apr 5
Carimas festival in Montreal replacing Carifiesta with month-long celebration
For some people this summer's Caribbean carnival, now known as Carimas, can't come soon enough.
Canada
Apr 19
Calgary man charged with 2nd-degree murder in Greenview homicide case
The Calgary Police Service said the murder charge came as a result of their investigation and information from the public.
Crime
Mar 8
U.S. Supreme Court considers Jan. 6 obstruction charges faced by rioters
It wasn’t clear how the justices would rule in a case that could affect hundreds of prosecutions related to the U.S. Capitol attack, as well as a charge against Donald Trump.
U.S. News
Apr 16
Telus’ plans to disconnect B.C. rural residential landlines on hold – for now
However, just before the March 8 deadline, Telus informed residents it wouldn’t be canceling landline phone service - at least for now.
Consumer
Mar 14
Calgary woman celebrates special leap year birthday: ‘It’s a joy!’
Nicole Plesa was born on Feb. 29, 1992. So technically, by leap year standards, she's turning eight this week.
Features
Feb 28
Special teams flounder for Winnipeg Jets in 4-1 loss in New Jersey
The Devils scored three power play goals while the Jets failed on all four of their chances with the man advantage in the loss.
Sports
Mar 21
Alberta counsellors to become regulated under psychologists’ college in proposed changes
Regulated health professions holds its members to standards such as education, safety standards and a code of ethics, and any behaviour that violates those can be investigated.
Canada
Mar 1
High school students hit every note during Limestone Music Celebration
The Limestone District School Board hosted its first-ever Limestone Music Celebration, uniting high school musicians, fostering passion beyond classrooms.
Canada
Feb 21
Sluchinski brings new Alberta team to deep Canadian men’s curling championship field
A curling team bearing a name other than Bottcher, Koe, Martin or Ferbey will represent Alberta at the Canadian men's championship for the first time in 26 years.
Canada
Feb 29
Dan Schneider, ex-Nickelodeon producer, apologizes for on-set behaviour
Many of the complaints against Dan Schneider — both by ex-child stars and fans of his work — are to do with seemingly sexualized jokes acted out by minors in his TV shows.
Entertainment
Mar 20
New walk-in clinic bridges gap for pet owners as N.B. sees vet shortage
A new walk-in and urgent care clinic for pets has opened in Quispamsis, N.B., bridging the gap for pet owners in the province.
Health
Feb 21
New chief takes over Saint John Fire Department
Chief Rob Nichol takes of the Saint John Fire Department after the retirement of long-time chief Kevin Clifford.
Fire
Feb 6
In Quebec’s strawberry fields, a tiny insect may forecast big climate impacts: study
A new study suggests a small insect encroaching on Quebec's strawberry fields could help forecast some major impacts of climate change on agriculture.
Environment
Feb 23
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens fight hard but fail to beat Devils in New Jersey
In New Jersey Saturday, the Montreal Canadiens outshot and out-chanced the Devils, but the Habs couldn't convert their chances. The 4-3 loss puts their losing streak at five games.
Sports
Feb 24