Extreme weather risk changing Canada’s insurance industry, raising costs
Climate change is driving up insurance rates and raising questions about whether private coverage will even be available for some…
Suspicious rental listings on the rise this summer across Canada
Canada’s high rental prices and lack of housing supply are leading to an increase in reports of suspicious rental listings…
A Canadian Walmart shut down its self-checkout
One Walmart Supercentre in Ontario is rolling back on its self-checkout kiosks after an alleged rise in theft at the store. Shoppers at the Walmart,…
Breakthrough in B.C. port dispute as new tentative deal reached
A late-night breakthrough could herald an end to British Columbia’s long-running port dispute, with the longshore workers’ union and the…
Winds play key role as wildfire continues to threaten Osoyoos
Winds will likely be a major factor in the battle to save the southern British Columbia town of Osoyoos from…
Montreal’s new light-rail train network inaugurated
As Montreal’s new light-rail train network was inaugurated on Friday, federal and provincial officials suggested the system was the beginning…
Canadians travelling to Europe in 2024 will need a permit
Canadians eyeing a trip to certain European countries next year will need to obtain a permit first. Starting in 2024,…
Trudeau names new cabinet, shifting focus to economy, housing
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a significant change to his cabinet, signalling that his Liberal government will focus on…
Mental health minister launch of 988 crisis hotline in November
Mental Health Minister Carolyn Bennett says the government is putting $156 million over three years toward a new three-digit suicide-prevention…
Hullo: Downtown Vancouver to Nanaimo ferries reveal start date
In just under one month from now, a new ferry service will be speeding between downtown Vancouver and downtown Nanaimo…