CSC told staff not to inform public about Luka Magnotta transfer: docs
Newly released documents show Correctional Service Canada instructed staff not to tell the public about Luka Magnotta's transfer to a medium security prison.
Canada
May 14
Report into Myles Sanderson finds intake, mental health gaps in corrections system
The committee investigating Myles Sanderson and the 2022 mass stabbing at James Smith Cree Nation says corrections and parole staff could not have prevented the tragedy.
Canada
Mar 12
Federal government launches forensic audit of Saskatchewan First Nations group
Indigenous Services Canada says it plans to launch a forensic audit on the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations.
Canada
Mar 19
Luka Magnotta now living in medium-security prison, says Correctional Service Canada
A jury found Magnotta guilty of first-degree murder in 2014 for the killing and dismemberment of 33-year-old Concordia University student Jun Lin in 2012.
Canada
Mar 4
‘Summer of discontent’ coming over public service in-office order: unions
Canada’s largest public service unions are threatening a 'summer of discontent' after Ottawa mandated that federal civil servants return to the office three days a week.
Canada
May 8
Food service strike: Air Canada, WestJet refine menus at Toronto Pearson
More than 800 workers responsible for providing food and beverages on flights leaving Toronto Pearson International Airport are on strike.
Canada
Apr 16
Canada Post cracks down on Nunavut loophole to get free Amazon shipping
Amazon's paid subscription service provides free delivery for online shopping across Canada except for remote locations, including most communities in Nunavut.
Canada
May 12
Public service unions will fight 3-day in-office mandate. What to know
The Public Service Alliance of Canada says it will be filing an unfair labour practice complaint and looking into other legal options.
Canada
May 2
34-year-old inmate dies after altercation in Alberta prison
Correctional Service Canada (CSC) says an inmate died on Monday while in custody at a medium-security prison in Drumheller Alta. after an altercation.
Crime
Feb 28
Tentative deal reached between Western University, union representing graduate TAs
The agreement will still require ratification from Public Service Alliance of Canada Local 610 members as well as the university's board of governors.
Canada
Apr 26
Inmate who escaped from minimum-security facility in Edmonton recaptured
Correctional Services of Canada issued a warrant for 31-year-old Eugenia Herman who could not be accounted for at the Buffalo Sage Wellness House in Edmonton Saturday.
Crime
Apr 28
Civilian workers vote to end strike at Canadian Forces Base Kingston, union says
Members are expected to return to work within the next five days, the Public Service Alliance of Canada says.
Canada
Apr 19
Victoria Day 2024: What’s open and closed in Toronto
The unofficial start of summer is here. Here is what you can expect to be open and closed during the Victoria Day holiday Monday in Toronto.
Canada
May 17
More Canadians turning to streaming services despite price hikes: report
A new report suggests Canadians' television viewing habits continue to shift toward streaming platforms at the expense of traditional cable and satellite subscriptions.
Canada
Mar 25
Ongoing health crisis: Peguis First Nation declares state of emergency
Between flooding that occurred in 2014, 2017 and 2022, a total of 784 people have been unable to return home, mainly due to a significant lack of housing in the community.
Canada
Apr 30
Canada’s dental plan has officially kicked in. Who is eligible?
More than 1,200 seniors have already visited a dentist and had their claims processed by the federal government's new dental care plan, the Liberals announced Wednesday.
Health
May 2
Charges laid in ‘serious assault’ at Millhaven Institution, OPP says
A 24-year-old inmate is facing a number of charges including assault with a weapon.
Crime
Apr 19
New zero-emission truck centre in Kelowna, B.C. breaks ground at YLW
Velocity Truck Centres Canada broke ground on a 41,000-square-foot facility at the Kelowna, B.C., airport Friday to support sales and service of zero-emission trucks.
Economy
Apr 13
RCMP still probing alleged interference in federal elections, inquiry hears
The ongoing inquiry into foreign interference is set to hear on Thursday from the top brass of Canada's intelligence agencies and foreign service.
Canada
Apr 4
North Central Family Centre launches campaign to support affordable housing
North Central Family Centre launched a capital campaign to offset the remaining balance of the affordable housing complex and community hub that will open later this year.
Canada
May 2
