Ontario midwives can now administer routine vaccines, prescribe more drugs
Sylvia Jones announced the expanded scope for midwives, saying it will connect more people to convenient care and reduce the need for referrals to other professionals.
Health
May 3
Alberta’s flu death toll highest in 15 years as vaccine uptake declines
According to data from the province's respiratory virus dashboard, 15,215 cases of lab-confirmed influenza cases were recorded this respiratory virus season.
Health
Apr 29
Manitoba’s top doctor hopes to see increased vaccination numbers
Dr. Brent Roussin said 18 per cent of Manitobans have rolled up their sleeves for their coronavirus vaccines and 25 per cent have received their flu shots.
Health
Feb 16
More Canadians see measles as dangerous compared to COVID, flu: poll
As measles cases continue to rise across the country, an Ipsos poll shows that most Canadians see the disease as dangerous. Fewer said the same for COVID-19 and the flu.
Health
Mar 27
‘Got to be even-keel’: Canucks coach lays out playoff Game 3 priorities
The Vancouver Canucks' head coach is laying out what he wants to see from his team as they prepare for Game 3 of their playoff series against the Nashville Predators.
Sports
Apr 25
Alberta Birds of Prey Centre prepares to welcome visitors this May long weekend
Staff from the Alberta Birds of Prey Nature Centre were busy on Friday as the facility prepares to welcome visitors over the May long weekend.
Features
May 17
Australia’s 1st human case of bird flu confirmed in child
The case in Victoria involves an H5N1 virus, but the strain is not the same as those responsible for outbreaks in the United States, Looker said.
Health
May 22
‘FLiRT’ COVID-19 subvariant dominant in Canada. What to know about the strain
Canada's lull in COVID-19 cases faces a potential disruption with the emergence of a new family of subvariants, playfully dubbed the 'FLiRT' variants.
Health
May 10
Vancouver Canucks superfan attends every game during playoffs. Yes, every one
A young Vancouver Canucks fan is taking the title of superfan. Nimarpreet Maheru has attended every Canucks game this playoff run — even the away games.
Sports
May 20
Bird flu concerns over U.S. dairy cattle growing. Here’s what to know
A bird flu outbreak infecting dairy cows in the U.S. that has seeped into the country’s milk supply is under investigation, but the the WHO says the risk to the public is low.
Health
Apr 26
Moose Jaw Warriors avoid elimination, force Game 7 with OT win over Saskatoon Blades
Lynden Lakovic scored just under three minutes into overtime in Game 6 for the Moose Jaw Warriors on Sunday, forcing a Game 7 against the Saskatoon Blades.
Sports
May 5
Flag of Israel flying at Calgary City Hall
The City of Calgary is defending its decision to fly the Israeli flag Tuesday at city hall in recognition of Israel's Independence Day.
Canada
May 14
Sidney Island deer cull will cost taxpayers $12M, CTF says
Phase one of the operation will reportedly cost more than $800,000, which works out to nearly $10,000 per deer taking into consideration how many were killed.
Economy
May 22
Toronto tops Minnesota 2-0, one win away from PWHL final
It's an exciting time for Toronto sitting on the doorstep of advancing into the Professional Women's Hockey League championship final.
Sports
May 11
Autism awareness: Vancouver International Airport, Canucks network host ‘Learn to Fly’
The goal the event Saturday at Vancouver International Airport was to increase accessibility and break down barriers for people who are on the autism spectrum.
Canada
May 4
Singapore Airlines adopts ‘more cautious approach’ to turbulence after 1 killed
The airline said it has adopted a 'more cautious approach to managing turbulence in-flight' after the Boeing 777 jet heading to Singapore hit extreme turbulence on Tuesday.
World
2 hours
Bird flu virus detected in U.S. grocery store milk. FDA says supply still safe
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday that samples of pasteurized milk had tested positive for remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows.
Health
Apr 24
Guerrero’s 3 RBIs help Jays rally past Twins 10-8
As Vladimir Guerrero Jr., came to the plate in the sixth inning the fans at Rogers Centre gave him a standing ovation, already anticipating that he'd be able to drive in the tying run and maybe the go-ahead score.
Sports
May 11
Turbulence cases appear to be soaring. How fliers can stay safe
There are various causes of turbulence including heavy storms and passing over mountain ranges, but clear-air turbulence is often considered the most dangerous.
World
May 22
Santana’s three-run homer lifts Twins over Jays
Alek Manoah never lost faith in himself, even as he struggled to find the strike zone through 2023 and started this season on the injured list.
Sports
May 12