Brian Mulroney’s political ‘destiny’ remembered at state funeral
Brian Mulroney was honoured at a state funeral in Montreal Saturday. "To dad, everyone mattered," his daughter Caroline said in his eulogy.
Canada
Mar 23
Why lawyers say alleged police wrongdoing in the Glen Assoun case can’t be forgotten
A defence lawyer says the push to restart a criminal investigation into police destruction of evidence in the Glen Assoun wrongful conviction case could set a precedent.
Canada
Jan 19
Comedian Tom Smothers, one half of the Smothers Brothers, dies at 86
Tom Smothers captivated audiences with socially conscious and ground-breaking comedy alongside his brother in 'The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour.'
Entertainment
Dec 27, 2023
‘Where’s the humanity?’: Another family calls for change after learning of B.C. son’s death online
Glen and Michelle Grier, an Alberta couple, learned about their son's death in Victoria eight months after it happened by searching for his name online.
Health
Dec 7, 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
Inquiry could probe police role in Nova Scotia wrongful conviction: justice advocate
A justice advocate says a public inquiry may be needed to determine whether police in Nova Scotia broke the law when they destroyed evidence in the case of Glen Assoun.
Canada
Dec 4, 2023
Edmonton Oilers punch out Predators
The Edmonton Oilers grabbed their first win of the season with a 6-1 rout of the Nashville Predators Tuesday night.
Sports
Oct 17, 2023
‘Long time coming:’ City of London to reopen outdoor pools July 1
Joannah Campbell, an aquatics supervisor for the City of London, Ont., said that there has been a lot of demand from the public to get outdoor pools up and running.
Canada
Jun 30, 2023
Nova Scotia man who served 16 years after wrongful conviction dead at 67
Glen Assoun, the Nova Scotia man who served 16 years in prison after he was wrongfully convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend, has died. He was 67.
Canada
Jun 15, 2023
Cabbagetown Community Arts Centre on brink of closure
An after-school music program in Toronto geared towards low-income families is at risk of closing its doors by the end of the year as the organization faces financial pressures.
Canada
May 29, 2023
Throwback Thursday: Elwood and “Sundown” (2000)
There are dozens and dozens of Gordon Lightfoot covers out there. Do you remember this one?
Entertainment
May 11, 2023
RIP Gordon Lightfoot. Here’s why he mattered so much.
This is what the passing of a musical legend feels like.
Entertainment
May 2, 2023
Black Hawk helicopter crash in Kentucky kills 9
Nine people were killed in a crash involving two Army Black Hawk helicopters conducting a nighttime training exercise in Kentucky, a military spokesperson said.
U.S. News
Mar 30, 2023
Tatjana Patitz, ‘original’ supermodel of ’80s and ’90s, dies at 56
Tatjana Patitz, one of an elite group of famed supermodels, died after a battle with breast cancer.
Entertainment
Jan 12, 2023
Edmonton Oilers all-time all-stars results are in
The Edmonton Oilers have had their share of great players, but who are the all-time best in franchise history?
Sports
Jun 8, 2020
Locally-brewed beer helping raise funds for Regina Food Bank this holiday season
A few local businesses are teaming up with the Regina Food Bank to help fight hunger with sales of a newly-created beer.
Canada
Dec 9, 2021
Calgary school resource officer reform going back to students
Calgary police are seeking more feedback from students before moving forward with changes to the school resource officer program.
Crime
Nov 30, 2021
Three bridges along Highway 401 in Trenton, Ont., dedicated to fallen police officers
OPP along with family members and political dignitaries dedicated three bridges along Highway 401 after three Trenton police officers who died in the line of duty.
Canada
Oct 14, 2021
Timeline: Canadian deaths in Afghanistan
141 Canadian soldiers, one diplomat and two aid workers have been killed since the Canadian military deployed to Afghanistan in early 2002.
Mar 22, 2010
Canada vital to holding Kandahar: General
While its combat mission in Afghanistan will end in 12 months and military success in Afghanistan is not yet in sight, the senior general overseeing Canada's war against the Taliban said the "legacy" that his troops will leave is that "we held the ground here for 5 1/2 years."
Jun 15, 2010