True to his ways, Terry Ryan made no effort to hide his emotions in a post-game interview following a surprise return to professional hockey on Sunday afternoon. The former Montreal Canadiens draft pick suited up for his hometown Newfoundland Growlers against the Adirondack Thunder amid a flu outbreak that left …
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Daughter of slain First Nation woman files human-rights complaint over PC ads opposing landfill search
The daughter of a woman whose remains police believe are buried at a Winnipeg-area landfill has filed two human-rights complaints, including one against Manitoba’s Progressive Conservative Party over ads opposing a landfill search that she says amount to discrimination. Cambria Harris also files complaint against Manitoba for not allocating resources …
Read More »Ottawa may ‘rein in’ temporary resident numbers as housing concerns intensify, minister says
The federal government is looking to potentially “rein in” the number of temporary residents coming to Canada in light of affordability challenges, according to Immigration Minister Marc Miller. Immigration minister says options include reforming permits, capping intake of non-permanent residents. Immigration Minister Marc Miller says he’ll be scrutinizing the number …
Read More »Alberta emergency power alert underlines challenge of energy transition on Prairies
Alerts demonstrate why flexibility is needed in Ottawa’s Clean Energy Regulations to decarbonize the country’s electricity grids, according to energy and environmental economist Andrew Leach. Flexibility needed in regulations to decarbonize the country’s electricity grids, says energy economist. Saturday evening’s emergency alert from the province of Alberta, warning of rotating …
Read More »Millions of Canadians get their carbon tax rebates today. So why do many not believe it?
About $2.3 billion in federal carbon-tax rebates will be paid out to roughly 12 million Canadians today, even though many of them may not realize it. Lack of communication, vague bank statements, unfiled taxes contribute to confusion. About $2.3 billion in federal carbon-tax rebates will be paid out to roughly …
Read More »Complaints soar as Enbridge customers face catch-up bills in the thousands
It wasn’t the Christmas gift Karim Guirguis was hoping for. On Dec. 27, the Ajax, Ont., man woke up to a surprise bill from Enbridge Gas for more than $1,600. He’s one of a growing number of Ontarians raising concerns about infrequent meter readings and inaccurate billing. Energy regulator fined …
Read More »Public inquest into stabbing massacre on James Smith Cree Nation begins Monday
A public inquest that will reveal the details of the mass stabbing tragedy that happened on James Smith Cree Nation begins Monday. During the attacks, a community member killed 11 people and seriously injured 17 others on Sept. 4, 2022. Purpose is to tell victims’ stories, prevent similar tragedies from …
Read More »How smart marketing, scarce supply and unique colours made the Stanley cup a must-have item
Stanley water bottles are all the rage thanks to a massive marketing change and the power of social media. It also helps that they’re not easy to find. Stainless steel water bottle for workers has transformed into a social media darling. The Stanley cup is so popular these days that …
Read More »Toronto police, MLSE investigating after video of incident with fan at Leafs game
Toronto police and Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) say they’re investigating after videos of a security guard putting their knee on someone’s head around the time of a Toronto Maple Leafs game Saturday circulated on social media. The video, which was shared on platforms like Reddit and X, appeared …
Read More »Man sentenced to life, no chance of parole for 13 years in ‘heinous’ murder of 10-month-old in Flin Flon
Fleury said she still remembers every detail of the day her daughter died — how “absolutely helpless” she felt watching paramedics work on Chase, how she screamed in horror when they told her there was nothing more they could do, how she slammed her hands on the floor until both …
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