Ontario appeals judge’s decision to strike down parts of agriculture law
A justice struck down parts of Bill 156, the Security from Trespass and Protecting Food Safety Act, last month after advocacy group launched a Charter challenge in 2021.
Politics
May 10
Meta brand enoki mushrooms recalled due to possible Listeria contamination
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has announced a recall of Meta brand enoki mushrooms due to possible Listeria contamination.
Health
May 23
2nd human case of bird flu in U.S. detected in Michigan farm
Since 2020, a bird flu virus has been spreading among more animal species – including dogs, cats, skunks, bears and even seals and porpoises – in scores of countries
Health
May 22
Amid bird flu spread, Canada boosts surveillance and testing at border
The Canadian government is expanding its surveillance program for a form of avian flu amid a growing outbreak in U.S. dairy cattle.
Canada
May 6
Canadians more likely to eat food past best-before date. What are the risks?
A new report found 58 per cent of Canadians said they were more inclined to eat food near or past the best-before date due to higher food prices.
Consumer
Apr 24
Listeria fears spur recall of T&T meat and vegetable products
Several meat and vegetable products from three companies are being recalled in Canada due to concerns over listeria contamination.
Health
Apr 29
Quebec firefighters who died in 2023 flood lacked training, equipment: safety board
The victims were identified last year as 23-year-old Christopher Lavoie and 55-year-old Regis Lavoie, who were not related.
Canada
Mar 28
Upgrade your salad game: Fast and easy gadgets for better bowls
Chopping herbs, squeezing lemons, washing mushrooms…making a salad at home can be time-consuming. Here’s how these 13 gadgets can help you get your greens in this summer.
The Curator
May 9
Animal activists thrilled after parts of Ontario agriculture law unconstitutional
They argued the new law infringed on their freedom of expression because they could not tell the outside world what was happening inside a farm.
Canada
Apr 30
Bird flu concerns over U.S. dairy cattle growing. Here’s what to know
A bird flu outbreak infecting dairy cows in the U.S. that has seeped into the country’s milk supply is under investigation, but the the WHO says the risk to the public is low.
Health
Apr 26
‘Immediately contact 911’: Police searching for man after woman found dead in Oshawa
Police are searching for a man after a woman was found dead at a home in Oshawa Tuesday morning -- a death officers have deemed suspicious.
Crime
May 7
Boil water advisory issued for Gimli, Man.
Officials say a pump failure at the community's water treatment plant Saturday resulted in a temporary loss of pressure, making the water unsafe for direct consumption.
Health
May 19
First aid shipment has been driven across American-built pier to Gaza: U.S. Military
Troops finished installing the floating pier on Thursday, and the U.S. military's Central Command said the first aid crossed into Gaza at 9 a.m. Friday.
World
May 17
City of Calgary to implement 28 recommendations for safer downtown
The City of Calgary is going ahead with 28 recommendations to improve safety downtown.
Canada
May 10
Restaurant association head says “immediate action” needed to make workers, customers safer
Shaun Jeffrey says he's been involved in meetings with Winnipeg's mayor and Manitoba's justice minister over the last little while, but doesn't feel they're getting anywhere.
Crime
May 7
‘There are rules’ around where, when fireworks can be lit in Hamilton
Hamilton fire is urging vigilance around family fireworks over the Victoria Day weekend and reminding residents there are rules around setting them off.
Fire
May 17
18 amazing deals on pet stuff, just in time for Pet Month
Celebrate National Pet Month in style with these Amazon deals.
The Curator
May 8
Federal government rejects Toronto’s request for drug decriminalization
Health Canada declined Toronto's longstanding request in a statement issued on Friday afternoon. The decision came after a plea from the province to say no.
Health
May 17
McGill University seeks court order to dismantle pro-Palestinian encampment
McGill University says it's seeking the injunction despite ongoing talks with campers. Activists denounced the court order request by the school as a "shameful move,"
Canada
May 10
Orphaned bear in Bralorne, B.C., is too old to rehabilitate, conservations officials say
Many animal lovers were eager to step in and bring the bear to safety, worried the yearling would not be able to survive in the wild on its own.
Environment
May 2
