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Jesse Tomas
Jesse Tomas is a reporter from Toronto who joined iNFOnews.ca in 2023. He graduated with a Bachelor in Journalism from Carleton University in 2022.
New book based on sex survey offers unprecedented look into Canadians’ bedrooms
Until recently, Tina Fetner's sociology students at McMaster University were skeptical when she presented statistics…
TRENDING NOW: Mighty goose versus gorilla
This is the ultimate showcase for why it's a bad idea to mess around with…
Skip the roses and consider other flowers to save this Valentine’s Day: florists
TORONTO – Roses are red, violets are blue, florists have some advice for you: If…
Africa will ‘friend-zone’ Canada if Ottawa doesn’t improve engagement, experts say
OTTAWA – Canada is approaching total irrelevance in the world's fastest-growing continent, experts argue, saying…
Edmunds: How to get the most money for your trade-in vehicle
Most car shoppers focus their time and energy on getting the best sale price during…
Poilievre proposes expanding mandatory prison terms for extortion-related crimes
SURREY, B.C. – Pierre Poilievre says a Conservative government will establish mandatory minimum prison sentences…
More Canadians using AI tools, despite ‘deep-rooted’ fears about the tech: poll
OTTAWA – Despite worries artificial intelligence lacks empathy and could be coming to steal their…
House fire in Kelowna this morning is under investigation
Firefighters put out a house fire in Kelowna early this morning. The Kelowna Fire Department…
A giant statue of Emperor Constantine looks out over Rome again with help from 3D technology
ROME (AP) — Emperor Constantine, the 4th century ruler whose embrace of Christianity helped spread…
TRENDING NOW: Dog just wants to sit on owner’s foot
This dog just wants something soft and cozy to sit on, a foot to be…
Before you start seeds indoors, make sure they’re not duds
I’ve had just about enough of winter and am itching to get my hands dirty.…
Judge overturns convictions of B.C. woman, accused of coughing on grocery worker
CAMPBELL RIVER, B.C. – A British Columbia woman who was accused of deliberately coughing in…
The great wealth transfer: How adult kids can start talking to their parents about it
A massive financial shift is set to take place in the coming years as baby…
‘Done being patient’: Treaty 4 First Nations suing Ottawa over $5 annuity payments
REGINA – Chief Lynn Acoose says she's taking a step elders and past Indigenous leaders…
Here’s how to beat the hype and overcome loneliness on Valentine’s Day
NEW YORK (AP) — Elise Plessis hasn't been in a long-term relationship for 26 years.…
New payment model sees 16.5% jump in B.C. family doctors, but more needed: minister
VANCOUVER – Health Minister Adrian Dix says the number of family doctors in British Columbia…
Vancouver Lunar New Year parade reverses decision to bar progressive, LGBTQ+ groups
VANCOUVER – Organizers of the Vancouver Chinatown Lunar New Year parade have changed course and…
UPDATE: Highway 33 reopened after multiple vehicle crash caused closure near Kelowna
Highway 33 is now open in both directions following a collision near Kelowna early this…
TRENDING NOW: Rude lizards won’t share
These lizards got together to have a nice dinner, but two of them treat the…
Ski bikes are all the rage, but not at Kamloops, Okanagan resorts
Ski bikes are a unique way to hit the slopes that are becoming more popular…
Bonded pair of dogs rescued in Shuswap find forever home
Two dogs rescued from an abusive situation in the Shuswap now they have a new…
Indigenous community plays major role in new Penticton supportive housing
A new building will provide supportive housing for those who are experiencing or at risk…
Three suspects nabbed in Kelowna following break-in
Three suspects are in custody after a quad was stolen during a break-in in Kelowna.…
Road dust prompts air quality warning in Vernon
Dusty roads and industry prompted an air quality warning in Vernon today. There are high…