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Kingston’s member of Parliament is urging residents to speak up as consultations continue on a proposed high-speed rail system that could run from Quebec to southern Ontario. As Jesse Reynolds reports, Mark Gerretsen is hoping a new route being studied could finally put Kingston back on the map.

Metrolinx CEO Michael Lindsay joined Focus Ontario to discuss the completion of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT and the Finch LRT. He also looked forward to the Ontario Line and whether subways are better than light rail.

Hundreds of communities across Canada gathered last weekend for a fundraising walk supporting local charities that serve people experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness. Coldest Night of the Year is a decades-old tradition, and in Lethbridge, this year marked its 15th, hosted in the downtown core by the Streets Alive Mission. Jordan Prentice reports.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford criticized Canada’s criminal justice system and its bail reform laws. “We need to make sure we’re putting the rights of victims ahead of criminals,” Ford said at a Monday press conference. The premier stated “How about the Charter Rights of victims? Criminals are out on the streets repeating, and repeating ,and...

REM commuters who use the country’s deepest transit station are increasingly frustrated by the long line ups during rush hour. Officials for the light rail network say they’re improving the frequency of its ultra-fast elevators with the goal of maximizing passenger flow. Brayden Jagger Haines reports.

Residents in Catia La Mar, north of Caracas, say they were jolted awake by explosions as U.S. strikes hit residential areas overnight on Jan. 3 when American forces arrested and removed president Nicolas Maduro. Venezuela’s interior minister Diosdado Cabello said 100 people were killed, with a similar number injured, calling the attack “barbaric.” “One moment...

 Israel and Iran are raising the stakes in a war that has no end in sight, with both sides now targeting areas around nuclear sites. Iran still has a chokehold on the vital Strait of Hormuz, a major conduit for the world’s oil supply, causing gas prices to explode. The national average gas price in Canada is...

The Alberta Teachers’ Association continues its legal fight to restore educator’s right to strike. Jasper’s rebuild from the 2024 wildfire gets a multi-million dollar affordable housing boost. Alberta Francophonie join the ‘Forever Canadian’ movement. The Alberta government and store owners push for nicotine pouch rules to be relaxed. The sister of murder victim Nancy Cooper...

A recent ruling by Quebec’s housing tribunal is being hailed as a landmark decision by tenants and animal-rights advocates. The ruling found a no-pet clause in a rental lease to be in clear violation of Quebec’s charter of human rights and freedoms. As Felicia Parrillo reports, many say it marks an important first step in...

As the investigation continues into the deadly Air Canada crash at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, questions are being raised about who could be held legally responsible. Kevin Mahoney, an aviation accident attorney with Kreindler and Kreindler, joins Nicole Di Donato to break down potential liability, passengers’ rights, and what legal options may be available to...

Two pilots are dead after an Air Canada Jazz flight crashed into a fire truck at New York’s LaGuardia airport. A woman accused of inappropriately handling babies inside Surrey’s neonatal intensive care unit is back in jail. And new polling finds the B.C. Conservative leadership race has two front-runners.

A fundraiser for the Kelowna Women’s Shelter is shedding light on the work the organization does and allowing the community to be a voice for change. As Victoria Femia reports, this year’s theme, ‘Hope Lives Here,’ is also raising awareness about resiliency.

The Turret Arts Space Society is fighting to keep ownership of 1588 Barrington Street. As Angela Capobianco reports, they have started a campaign to raise funds and convince Halifax Council to change their mind on buying back the building.

About 100 residents of a Mission retirement home have been displaced after a devastating fire on Monday night. The United Way BC CEO speaks to us about concerns from victims about accessing support from the money that was raised.

Timothée Chalamet has attracted a considerable amount of backlash for his remarks during a CNN/Variety conversation with Matthew McConaughey. The ‘Marty Supreme’ star raised some eyebrows when he said “I don’t want to be working in ballet or opera,” and continued with “…no one cares about [them] anymore.” As you can imagine, not everyone was thrilled with...

The mother of Penticton murder victim Taig Savage is speaking out about her fight for justice more than four years after her son’s death. As Victoria Femia reports, she’s raising concerns about ongoing court delays.

The TDSB spending survey has raised concerns among disability advocates after including special education programming in a survey ranking budget priorities. Many are pointing out that education accommodations are constitutional rights and are disappointed this isn’t the first time the TDSB has included them in a survey. Matthew Bingley reports.

For decades, a B.C. man was known around the world for his ability to breed and raise top-flight falcons. So even though his business has now been sold, his legend lives on. Jay Durant has more in “This is BC”.

The former CEO of the IWK Health Centre has been granted bail as she appeals her conviction and subsequent nine-month jail sentence for defrauding the children’s hospital back in 2018. As Mitchell Bailey reports, it’s the latest turn in a case that has been ongoing now for eight years.

Air raid sirens are sounding over Tel Aviv as Iran launches new missile and drone strikes, targeting not only Israel, but neighbouring nations as well. Retaliating after new U.S.-Israeli strikes pummelled Tehran. Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have also been attacked. And tens of thousands are fleeing Beirut after U.S.-Israeli strikes hit Lebanon’s capital....