U.S. is sending Ukraine longer-range weapons with new aid. Why it matters
Yet soon after Biden signed the legislation, U.S. media reported the administration had secretly shipped the powerful missiles to the warfront already — and that they've been used.
World
Apr 24
Calgary man’s body identified after grass fire near Tsuut’ina Nation
A homicide victim from Calgary has been identified after his body was found in a grass fire near the Tsuut'ina First Nation earlier this month.
Crime
Apr 9
Haiti sets up transitional council to choose next PM in bid to quell crisis
The formation of the council was expected to soon trigger the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry, but a new provision said he would step down when a new premier is chosen.
World
Apr 12
30 years after Rwanda genocide, cautious optimism history won’t repeat: Dallaire
Romeo Dallaires says he remains concerned about the continued presence of the genocide's perpetrators and masterminds in Africa and around the world — including in Canada.
Politics
Apr 7
RCMP investigate discovery of human remains near Tsuut’ina Nation
RCMP are investigating the discovery of human remains in Rocky View County near Tsuut’ina Nation.
Crime
Apr 4
Israel did not express concerns about UNRWA staff before attack: report
Israel said UNRWA employees took part in the Hamas attack. A UN panel has stated "Israel has yet to provide supporting evidence of this.”
World
Apr 22
Canada is evacuating ‘most vulnerable’ citizens from Haiti: Joly
Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly says Canada has airlifted 18 Canadians out of Haiti, as assisted departures began from the Caribbean nation on Monday.
Canada
Mar 25
U.S. says it will provide support for Israel’s defense in Iran drone attack
Israel has been on heightened alert since an airstrike last week killed two Iranian generals in Syria.
World
Apr 13
High benzene levels detected near Ontario First Nation for weeks, residents report sickness
Dozens of people have reportedly became sick after high levels of the cancer-causing chemical benzene were detected in the air of a small First Nation in southwestern Ontario.
Environment
Apr 19
Canadian military aiding embassy in Haiti includes elite unit: sources
Global Affairs says military members are currently working with the Canadian embassy in Haiti to assist with "contingency planning" as violence in the country escalates.
Canada
Mar 22
15-year-old Miles Russell is on a golf hot streak, smashes multiple records
Golf fans are going to want to keep an eye on Miles Russell.
Trending
Apr 22
TikTok vows to sue over potential U.S. ban. What’s the legal outlook?
Legislation forcing TikTok's parent company to sell the video-sharing platform or face a ban in the U.S. received President Joe Biden's official signoff Wednesday.
U.S. News
Apr 25
Manitoba RCMP ICE unit combating rising cases of sextortion
The Manitoba RCMP's internet child exploitation (ICE) unit has been inundated with rising cases of online child sexual abuse, exploitation, and, in particular, sextortion.
Crime
Apr 25
Biden welcomes Kishida to Washington as U.S., Japan navigate rare spat
The state visit will spotlight shared concerns about provocative Chinese military action in the Pacific but comes amid disagreement over Nippon Steel's plans to acquire U.S. Steel.
World
Apr 9
The West Block Transcript – Episode 27, Season 13
The fight to lead Haiti is now in the streets. With the president stepping down, it’s feared one massive gang could soon be effectively running the country.
Politics
Mar 17
Canada attending emergency meeting on Haiti amid gang violence
Canada is sending an official to attend an emergency meeting in Jamaica, following an invite from Caribbean leaders who want to discuss escalating gang violence in Haiti.
Canada
Mar 11
Climate change is affecting how Canadians plan to buy homes, report says
A new BMO report said 39 per cent Canadians say climate-related factors such as wildfires, floods, heatwaves, and storms will affect where they live in the next five years.
Environment
Apr 30
Canada UN ambassador to attend emergency meeting about crisis in Haiti
Unrelenting gang attacks have paralyzed Haiti for more than a week and left it with dwindling supplies of basic goods.
Canada
Mar 10
Quebec court approves class action alleging opioid makers misled users about risks
The class action includes everyone in Quebec who was diagnosed with opioid use disorder after being prescribed opioid medications between 1996 and the present.
Health
Apr 16
G7 countries pushing for Iran sanctions over attack on Israel
Germany, a staunch ally of Israel, has been among the chorus of European and U.S. leaders urging Israel to de-escalate tensions and not retaliate for Tehran’s attack.
World
Apr 17