Emerson the ‘real rascal’ elephant seal swims hundreds of kilometres back to Victoria
"And Emerson has kind of grown attached to people. And now two years later, he's weighing over 500 pounds and he's really taken a liking to Victoria."
Environment
Apr 17
‘Incredulous’: Oak Bay homeowner gets anonymous letter criticizing house’s design
Walter van de Rijst told Global News that the anonymous card read, "Shame, shame, shame on you for building such a revolting home in Oak Bay, how did it ever get approved?"
Canada
Jan 19
B.C. veteran turns 105, has raised more than $450K for charity
John Hillman said he was first inspired to raise money by Capt. Tom Moore in England, who was also a Second World War veteran. He walked to raise money during the pandemic.
Canada
Mar 22
‘Bullying is not OK’: Montreal kids suit up for Pink Shirt Day
Students at LaSalle Elementary School in Montreal marked Pink Shirt Day by reflecting on the importance of being kind to one another.
Canada
Feb 28
‘Early spring storm’ to hit Waterloo Region, Guelph
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement that warns of a storm which could being significant snow to Waterloo Region, Guelph and the surrounding areas.
Canada
Apr 2
Eastern Canada cities and towns to visit to view the solar eclipse
Major tourist destinations such as Montreal and Niagara Falls are expecting visitors from across the country, but eclipse chasers have a number of cities and towns to choose from.
Canada
Apr 1
Puppet prognosticator predicts more Manitoba winter on Groundhog Day
Manitoba Merv, based out of Oak Hammock Marsh, apparently disagrees with his colleagues in Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia — all of whom predicted an early spring.
Weather
Feb 2
Portage la Prairie RCMP arrest wanted man, seize meth, crack
A subsequent search led RCMP to 12 grams of a substance believed to be meth, four grams of crack cocaine, and drug paraphernalia, as well as a knife and a mask.
Crime
Jan 31
Total solar eclipse: Where the best views in Ontario are expected to be
While a partial eclipse will be seen across much of Ontario, a total eclipse will occur on Monday in areas mainly along Lake Erie and Lake Ontario from Windsor to Cornwall.
Canada
Apr 5
Easter 2024: What’s open and closed in London, Ont.
The Easter holiday weekend will see a slew of closures between Friday and Monday but also some special events and activities in London, Ont.
Canada
Mar 28
Ford’s Conservative government failing vulnerable Indigenous youth: Ontario NDP
The Ontario NDP blasted the Ford government Tuesday, suggesting it is failing to protect vulnerable Indigenous youth in the province.
Politics
Mar 5
New office opens in Edmonton to advance women to skilled trades
A new Office to Advance Woman Apprentices (OAWA) for Alberta opened in Edmonton, advancing women to Red Seal certification in the skilled construction trades.
Education
Mar 8
Kawartha Land Trust purchases 1,400-acre nature reserve along Pigeon Lake
The Hammer Family Nature Preserve features 1,400 acres of forests, wetlands, fields and natural shoreline along Pigeon Lake. It is the largest land purchase by Kawartha Land Trust.
Environment
Feb 12
Biden orders probe into Chinese-made ‘smart cars,’ cites national security risk
The probe could lead to new rules aimed at preventing China from using sophisticated technology in electric vehicles to track drivers and their personal information.
Tech
Feb 29
Bag. Belt. Bangle. Three must-have accessories for spring
From a tote that would have made Ms. Birkin flash her trademark toothy grin to wrist cuffs fit for a superheroine – here are our favourite spring accessories.
The Curator
Mar 12
Mini AK-47 seized after gunpoint vehicle theft in Brampton, police say
A mini AK-47 was seized following a gunpoint vehicle theft in Brampton, police say.
Crime
Jan 12
Family Day 2024: What’s open and closed in London, Ont.
Family Day 2024 falls on Feb. 19 in Ontario. The holiday will result in some closures in and around London, Ont.
Canada
Feb 16
Let’s talk about collagen: How to unlock the fountain of youth within
Are you in your collagen supplement era? Read on for seven collagen supplement brands that help turn back the clock.
The Curator
Feb 23
Multiple arrests made following traffic stop, investigation by Thompson RCMP
An investigation is ongoing after Thompson RCMP conducted a traffic stop and executed two search warrants, seizing several items, including firearms.
Crime
Jan 16
Trump’s name to remain on Illinois’ GOP primary ballot, election board rules
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled next week to hear arguments in Trump’s appeal of a Colorado ruling declaring him ineligible for the presidency in that state.
U.S. News
Jan 30