Union says Phoenix pay system backlog of problems bigger than ever
The standard waiting period for payroll problems to be addressed is usually two years, federal public service unions said in a news release.
Canada
Feb 27
Coyotes players are informed the team is expected to move to Salt Lake City, AP source says
Arizona Coyotes players have been informed the NHL club is expected to relocate to Salt Lake City, a person with knowledge of the meeting said Friday night.
Sports
Apr 13
Former Toronto Raptor Carter to be inducted into Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame
Vinsanity is headed into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Former Toronto Raptors star topped the 2024 class Saturday.
Sports
Apr 6
Brittney Griner recalls harsh 10-month Russian detention: ‘My life is over right here’
Brittney Griner was arrested in 2022 after Russian officials said they found a vape cartridge of hashish oil in her luggage at Moscow's airport.
Trending
Apr 23
Bureaucracy makes it too difficult for tech companies to sell to Ottawa: report
Bureaucracy makes it too difficult for Canadian tech companies to sell to government, a new report from an industry group released Wednesday says.
Canada
Apr 3
Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter fired amid illegal betting, ‘massive theft’ allegations
The allegations emerged after reporters looked into Shohei Ohtani's finances and allegedly found wire transfers worth millions to a bookmaker under federal investigation.
Sports
Mar 21
Higher Edmonton Oilers playoff tickets a downside of passionate supply-and-demand: Economist
Oilers playoff tickets are up on average by 25 per cent in the first round, 40 per cent in the second round, 70 per cent in the third round and 50 per cent in the fourth round.
Consumer
Mar 28
‘Product of USA’ meat labels could disrupt supply chains, Ottawa argues
Ottawa and some the nation's beef producers warn a decision south of the border about "Product of USA" labels on meat, poultry and eggs could disrupt supply chains.
Politics
Mar 12
Lori Vallow’s husband, accused of ‘doomsday’ killing of kids, ex-wife, faces trial
Chad Daybell is accused of murdering his wife's two youngest children in a bizarre plot that involved 'zombies' and fringe religious beliefs.
U.S. News
Apr 1
Saskatoon Blades set to retire jersey of all-time leading scorer Frank Banham
Recording more goals and points than anyone in Saskatoon Blades history, Frank Banham will finally see his number raised to the rafters on Saturday night at SaskTel Centre.
Sports
Mar 8
Jets chairman Chipman says current state of Jets attendance is not sustainable
Winnipeg Jets chairman Mark Chipman says the NHL team's future could be in jeopardy if attendance doesn't improve.
Trending
Feb 23
Williamson powers Pelicans to rout of Raptors
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic had recently pulled Javon Freeman-Liberty aside for a one-on-one conversation to tell the rookie guard to stay ready.
Sports
Mar 5
Manitoba child advocate urges ‘immediate action’ after recent child deaths
'We are, unfortunately, seeing an increase in almost all manners of child deaths in Manitoba. Last fiscal year, our office reported 265 formal child death notifications.'
Canada
Feb 21
Marner stars, Maple Leafs down Coyotes 4-2
Mitch Marner made one of his signature moves to give the Maple Leafs an early lead.
Sports
Feb 29
Community report warns Vancouver’s homeless population to surge without more funding
The report warns Vancouver's homeless population could climb from about 3,150 today to more than 4,700 by 2030 due to pressures on existing affordable units.
Economy
Feb 27
Feel-good Friday: Global BC’s highlights of the week
A beloved teacher gets a birthday surprise from his students and Harry and Meghan put Whistler on the international stage - these are a few of the good news stories of the week.
Trending
Feb 16
Vancouver actor gets ‘Swagger’ on with UBC men’s basketball team
The UBC team was joined Tuesday by an up-and-coming local actor, who has netted himself a major role on 'Swagger,' the AppleTV+ show inspired by Kevin Durant's life.
Sports
Feb 13
Man arrested after climbing to top of the Sphere in Las Vegas
Maison Des Champs, also known as "pro-life Spider-Man" online, said he scaled the Sphere to raise funds for an unhoused pregnant woman in financial distress.
U.S. News
Feb 8
Chinese New Year Gala show a chance to connect with culture
One of the most anticipated Montreal Lunar New Year celebrations is the Chinese New Year Gala at Place des Arts, a spectacular show with more than 100 artists.
Canada
Jan 26
Hot air balloon crash kills 4, critically injures 1 in Arizona desert: police
The mayor of Elroy, Ariz., said the hot air balloon had been holding 13 people at the time of take-off: eight skydivers, four passengers and the balloon's operator.
U.S. News
Jan 15