Cyclists, motorists need to respect each other on Winnipeg streets, mayor says
Winnipeg cycling enthusiasts are encouraging their fellow residents to leave the car keys at home and hop on two wheels.
Traffic
May 13
How to manage PMS symptoms and boost overall health
From fluctuating moods to physical discomfort, here are some ways to help ease PMS symptoms.
The Curator
May 21
Winnipeg links up with free global bike registration network
Winnipeg is hoping to cut down on bike theft this spring by encouraging local cyclists to use a free registration service.
Traffic
Apr 29
City of Vancouver hopes to have details on Canucks viewing parties ‘in the coming week’
'Having the playoffs in Vancouver is important on so many levels,' Mayor Ken Sim said as the city revealed it is working on possible viewing parties.
Sports
May 6
Montreal-area home sales jump by 25% in April
QPAREB's market analysis director says there was a "very reactive recovery" in April due to the expectation of an 'imminent return to a downward cycle in interest rates.'
Canada
May 6
More transitional housing now complete for people experiencing homelessness in Kelowna
The new location will provide 60 homes to people experiencing homeless who are 55 and over and people with physical disabilities.
Canada
May 14
Cyclists ride across Canada to raise money to support reforestation
A couple from France saw the widespread devastation caused by the wildfires around Kelowna, B.C. during the summer of 2023. Now, they're on a mission to plant 10,000 trees.
Canada
Apr 29
Cycling deaths in Toronto year-to-date surpass 2023 total
Cycling-related deaths in 2024 have risen beyond the number recorded last year, according to the city of Toronto. Advocates say a plan of action must go beyond new infrastructure.
Canada
Apr 16
Winnipeg testing new approach to repairing potholes this season
Officials say they are testing out a new way to fix potholes across the city of Winnipeg, which mixes a combination of ingredients.
Canada
Apr 27
Government announces tentative contract agreement with Saskatchewan teachers
The Saskatchewan Teachers’ may have a new contract, as the government says a tentative deal has been reached.
Canada
May 17
5th annual Hearts in the Park raises awareness about Sask. domestic violence
Community members gather in Victoria Park for different discussions, for cultural celebrations and to hang giant red hearts signifying how they are connected to domestic violence.
Canada
May 15
Inflation is cooling. So why are Canadians still feeling financial stress?
New polling shows that 44 per cent of Canadians identified money problem as their biggest stressor, despite recent slowdowns in inflation. Here's how to take back control.
Money
May 23
Recent uptick has Hamilton on course for five-year high in shootings: police
A recent spike in shootings prompted Hamilton police to speak out about what they're doing to tackle the problem.
Crime
May 22
Central Okanagan students become ‘firefighters for a day’
One day might be all it takes to ignite a new career path.
Lifestyle
Apr 24
National scouts search for potential young Olympians at Saskatoon event
About 105 participants aged 16 to 24 had a chance to perform their sporting skills in front of scouts from 11 different Olympic sports to search for raw talent.
Canada
Apr 27
Winnipeg starts mosquito program, continues drone pilot project
Although mosquitoes breed and hatch in standing water, crews don't have to wait for more rain to start applying the larvicide.
Canada
Apr 30
Renters so far more ‘vulnerable’ than homeowners amid higher interest rates. Why?
The Bank of Canada says in a new report that renters are feeling more debt stress tied to higher interest rates than Canadians with a mortgage.
Money
May 9
Kelowna fraudster awaits full parole hearing following review
The Parole Board of Canada isn't so sure Robert Riley Saunders, 54, is ready for more freedom and in an April 8 review, opted to defer a decision on full parole.
Crime
Apr 24
Ontario cities have the worst credit card debt in Canada, study finds
The latest data from money.ca shows that seven of the county’s top 10 worst cities for credit card debt are from Ontario, with Barrie, Ont. taking the number one spot.
Economy
May 2
Federal budget gets thumbs up from Guelph mayor, MP
Cam Guthrie is pleased more is being done to build more homes while Lloyd Longfield feels a national school food program will help children in Guelph.
Politics
Apr 22