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CRTC looking into inmate phone call rates in Canada following Ontario case
TORONTO — The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission is looking into the rates for phone…
Escalating costs for fans and venues strain Canadian live music industry: report
An association representing the live music industry says budget-conscious concertgoers are getting pickier about which…
Meal prepping to save money? A dietitian’s tips for meals that don’t suck
As the price of just about everything has risen over the past few years, Canadians…
PC Leader Ford to honour Ontario’s EV commitment, Crombie and Stiles less definitive
Progressive Conservative Leader Doug Ford said Thursday he will honour Ontario’s commitment to the burgeoning…
NDP leader doubles down on pledge to force a spring election
OTTAWA — NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh vowed Thursday to force a spring election at the…
Deadly U.S. mid-air collision shouldn’t spark wider safety concerns: experts
A deadly mid-air crash in Washington, D.C., Wednesday night occurred amid air traffic patterns unique…
$5-million climate program to help B.C.’s tree fruit growers in extreme weather
VICTORIA — Tree fruit growers in British Columbia are now able to access a $5-million…
Rogers navigating federal immigration policies, tariff threat as profits rise
TORONTO — The chief executive of Rogers Communications Inc. says the company plans to “remain…
Funding for Canadian scripted shows, children’s TV facing steep decline, report says
A report says Canadian scripted shows, children’s programs and documentaries are projected to see a…
Alberta Premier Smith pitching joint Canada-U.S. Norad military base in Arctic
EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is calling for a joint Canada-U.S. Norad military base…
Montreal tightens rules for short-term rentals, including primary residences
MONTREAL — Montreal is further tightening restrictions around short-term vacation rental platforms by boosting the…
Trump says 25 per cent tariffs coming for Canada on Saturday
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump says he will decide Thursday night whether to include…
RCMP deploys helicopters to patrol Canada-U.S. border amid tariff threats
MONTREAL — RCMP in Quebec today showed off a Black Hawk helicopter added to their…
Calls for major changes to landmark tobacco settlement too late: Imperial Tobacco
TORONTO — Imperial Tobacco is rejecting what it says are major changes to a landmark…
WNBA salaries still an issue with Paige Bueckers set to earn about what Caitlin Clark did
NEW YORK (AP) — Paige Bueckers will receive roughly the same salary that Caitlin Clark…
BBC apologizes to staff who felt they were unable to raise concerns about comedian Russell Brand
LONDON (AP) — The BBC has apologized to staff members who felt unable to complain…
Carney vows to kill consumer carbon pricing, shift to green incentives
OTTAWA — Liberal leadership contender Mark Carney is backing away from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s…
Trump says Canada facing 25 per cent tariff but oil might get a 10 per cent levy
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he is considering a lower tariff on…
International study permit data an ‘earthquake’ for Canadian university finances
A dramatic decline in international study permits issued last year is quickly becoming an existential…
Doug Ford pledges $22 billion in stimulus package if re-elected as Ontario premier
Two of Ontario’s main party leaders focused their attention south of the border Friday with…
How Trump’s foreign policy could shape Canada’s approach to aid, trade and intel
OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump’s “America First” changes to foreign policy could have drastic…
Chrystia Freeland says Canada should target Elon Musk’s Tesla in a tariff fight
OTTAWA — Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland says Ottawa should target Tesla vehicles and U.S.…
StatCan estimates GDP rebounded at year-end but uncertainties mount for economy
OTTAWA — The Canadian economy contracted in November, but preliminary estimates point to a rebound…
Canadian midfielder Victoria Pickett joins AFC Toronto on season-long loan
TORONTO — AFC Toronto added an important midfield piece Friday, acquiring Canadian international Victoria Pickett…