Canada Post cracks down on Nunavut loophole to get free Amazon shipping
Amazon's paid subscription service provides free delivery for online shopping across Canada except for remote locations, including most communities in Nunavut.
Canada
May 12
B.C. announces centralized booking system for evacuees needing hotel rooms
Starting in June, emergency evacuees in three B.C. communities will be able to access an online hotel booking system when a climate crisis strikes, including wildfire or flooding.
Canada
May 4
Councillors consider new communities on Calgary’s outer edges
A city committee heard seven applications to build new communities on Calgary's outer edge, but only four were recommended and given initial approval.
Economy
May 15
Quebec community vows to rebuild Hudson church damaged in ‘devastating’ fire
The community of Hudson is in shock after a fire ravaged a 182-year old church. St. James Anglican Church was not only a religious building but a community hub.
Fire
Apr 15
Swan Valley Stampeders hockey team saved after quick community response
The future of a Manitoba Junior Hockey League team was up in the air this week, but only for a few hours - after overwhelming support from the community that it calls home.
Sports
Apr 18
New online directories help Peterborough area residents find health, community services
A new partnership between the Peterborough Ontario Health Team, Peterborough city and county have added two directories which can find services via topic, location and keyword.
Health
Mar 27
64 people charged in massive Ontario child exploitation investigation
The Ontario Provincial Police say 64 people have been charged in a large-scale child exploitation investigation where 34 child victims were identified.
Crime
May 8
U.S. law that could ban TikTok faces new lawsuit from content creators
Attorneys for the creators argued in the lawsuit that the law violates users’ First Amendment rights to free speech, echoing arguments by TikTok in a separate lawsuit.
Tech
May 14
How an Ontario social media lawsuit is hitting home on the Prairies
Students and an expert chime in on how social media plays a role with students following the announcement of the Ontario lawsuit against social media giants.
Canada
Apr 2
Illegal gambling hits Ontario high school, students threatened over debts: police
Police in Ontario are investigating reports of an illegal online gambling operation targeting youth at an Orillia high school. Some students say they're being threatened too.
Crime
May 6
Victoria Day 2024: What’s open and closed in London, Ont.
The long weekend marks the unofficial start of the summer for many people, but with it brings some closures. Here’s a list of what’s open and closed this Victoria Day long weekend.
Canada
May 16
Encampments at Winnipeg universities not going anywhere until demands met: protesters
Protesters at pro-Palestinian encampments at the University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg say they don't plan to go anywhere until their demands are met.
Canada
May 14
City seeks Winnipeggers’ opinions on replacement for popular Omand’s Creek bridge
The iconic Wolseley-area crossing is in need of replacing, the city says, and residents can give their two cents as part of a 'pre-design' public engagement program.
Canada
May 14
Vernon residents invited to learn more about becoming fire safe
The session will be held on May 22 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Civic Memorial Park building located at 3004 - 39th Avenue.Presentations begin at 5:15 p.m.
Fire
May 15
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
Funeral chapel owner in Maple Ridge says vandalism, disorder have hit breaking point
Nathan Logue said they deal with grieving families and they don't need the added stress and distraction of garbage and disorder in front of the funeral home.
Crime
May 16
City of Kelowna warns about ticket resellers at community theatre
The City of Kelowna is warning people attending shows at the community theatre to be cautious when purchasing tickets and to avoid third-party resellers.
Entertainment
May 14
Tsleil-Waututh Nation looks to build residential school memorial garden
Tsleil-Waututh Nation health and wellness director Andrea Aleck has brought forward plans to transform an empty lot on the reserve into a residential school memorial.
Canada
May 11
Fort Nelson, B.C., wildfire expands to 127 sq km but cooler temps expected
B.C.'s wildfire service says the blaze threatening the community of Fort Nelson now spans nearly 130 square kilometres, but it had spread away from the town in the south.
Fire
May 16
Person of interest sought in suspicious Edmonton hangar fire
A week after a piece of Edmonton aviation history burned to the ground, police have released photos of a person of interest in the suspicious blaze investigation.
Crime
Apr 30