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Bald Range wildfire grows again as crews warn of possible winds, thunderstormThe Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Emergency Operations Centre (EOS) said on Wednesday that there are no changes to evacuation orders and alerts at this time.FireAug 12
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Emera inks Canadian Utilities merger deal with ATCO to create $72B energy ‘powerhouse’Existing Emera shareholders are expected to own about 60 per cent of the combined utility, while former Atco and Canadian Utilities shareholders are set to own about 40 per cent.MoneyOct 6
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Why information officer kept camera rolling even as he fled B.C. wildfire with familyWhen Erick Thompson decided he had to flee with his family as a wildfire roared towards Summerland, B.C., around 1:40 a.m. on Saturday, he also knew he had to keep filming.CanadaAug 10
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Summerland wildfire: Planning for re-entry already underway, but now is not the timeThis briefing comes as thousands of people remain out of their homes due to the Bald Range wildfire, which sparked on Friday afternoon.FireAug 10
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Summerland farmers return to wildfire evacuation zone to care for their animalsMinister of Agriculture Lana Popham said the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen established a pass system specifically for farmers and ranchers to relocate livestock.FireAug 10
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Belcarra Park wildfire latest: Evacuation alert and order liftedTwo properties on Fern Drive in Anmore were evacuated on Wednesday afternoon as a precaution, according to Metro Vancouver. There were also 35 properties on evacuation alert.FireAug 6
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Advocates say voices will go unheard after Saskatoon cancels in-person homeless countAs Saskatoon moves ahead without an in-person count of unsheltered people this year, one community advocate is concerned people won't be connected to the services they require.CanadaOct 6
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Congo running short of health workers as Ebola outbreak spreads, WHO saysThe Ebola outbreak has spread to seven provinces, with 7,773 confirmed cases and 3,759 deaths, according to the latest government figures.WorldSep 24
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At least 7 dead, dozens injured in explosion and fire at CFB Wainwright: SourcesAt least seven people are dead and dozens more left injured from an explosion and fire at the Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, according to multiple military sources.FireOct 17
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Rogue AI models could self-replicate in your smart ovens or TVs: AnthropicThe report adds to broader concerns about the security risks tied to increasingly capable AI systems, including their potential to automate cyberattacks.TechOct 14
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Manitoba expands post-hospital care for homeless, mental health patientsMore than 100 new community spaces are expected to open for patients who require follow up care after being discharged from hospital, the Manitoba government announced.HealthOct 6
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Westwood Hills residents welcome work on new emergency exit, but want more routesWork will begin on the emergency exit from the community of Westwood Hills in early October, and the municipality is also gathering the public's input on more connector roads.CanadaOct 6
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Toronto hospital to greatly expand permanent housing program that reduces ER visitsDr. Andrew Boozary of the University Hospital Network says it's a more humane approach to helping the vulnerable and is also cost effective.CanadaOct 1
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On immigration, Danielle Smith is closer to Canadians than Mark CarneyA national debate on immigration will likely follow, especially if the Alberta referendum delivers majority support for some of these policy proposals.CommentaryOct 18
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Ontario paramedics launch medical drone pilot to speed delivery of life-saving equipmentThe program, which begins this month, is intended to improve access to critical equipment in time-sensitive emergencies, particularly in rural and remote areas.CanadaSep 24
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Everything confirmed so far about CFB Wainwright fire and how it unfoldedAt least four members of the Canadian Armed Forces have died and dozens are injured after a scheduled training exercise on Saturday at a base near Wainwright, Alberta.Canada5 hours
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Guelph homecoming drew up to 15,000 people, generated $91K in policing costsA University of Guelph homecoming party that became unruly last month drew up to 15,000 people and resulted in roughly $91,000 in policing costs, a new report indicates.CanadaOct 16
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Narrowed rebate eligibility leaves some Nova Scotians worried about heating costsAs colder temperatures approach, some in Nova Scotia are raising concerns over heating costs and questioning the adequacy of the province's assistance rebate program.CanadaOct 1
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OSAP pause leads career college to suspend classesAn Ontario career college has suspended its academic operations as a result of a province-wide pause on student financial assistance to all private post-secondary institutions.EducationOct 17
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Saskatchewan homeless advocates call for solutions ahead of winterHomeless advocates are calling for long-term solutions and compassion from municipal and provincial leader, as cities across Saskatchewan deal with a growing homelessness crisis.News36 mins