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Right-hander Serathony Domínguez and the Chicago White Sox finalize $20 million, 2-year contract
CHICAGO (AP) — Right-hander Seranthony Domínguez and the Chicago White Sox finalized a $20 million,…
Winnipeg Blue Bombers provided the right fit for veteran receiver Tim White
Tim White is somewhat surprised to be a Winnipeg Blue Bomber. The veteran receiver signed…
‘Disturbing’ scenes, record overdoses, as powerful sedative hits B.C. drug supply
VANCOUVER — Last weekend, frontline health workers in Trail, B.C., reported “disturbing” scenes to Dr.…
Eby says extortion wave is ‘terror attack in slow motion’
OTTAWA — B.C. Premier David Eby said a wave of extortion crime in the province…
Young players shine as USWNT opens 2026, but vets due back as World Cup qualification looms
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In a year when much of the focus will be on…
Carney, premiers say they’re ‘united’ ahead of upcoming CUSMA review
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney and the premiers said Thursday they’re maintaining a united…
Police say hit man and fellow murderer caught trying to flee B.C. prison
SURREY — Two murderers including gangland hit man Dean Wiwchar have been charged with attempting…
Anandasangaree says lack of help from some provinces, police won’t thwart gun buyback
OTTAWA — Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree said he doesn’t foresee logistical challenges in gathering…
Blue Jays run helps boost Rogers’ profit, company eyes buyout of remaining MLSE stake
TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays’ run to Game 7 of the World Series helped…
Smith, Carney say Trump team must respect Canadian sovereignty
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith both said Thursday the…
Elks add receiver Mack, Lions bring back Butler, and Johnson returns to Regina
EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks have signed wide receiver Austin Mack on a two-year deal,…
The top photos of the week by AP photojournalists
Jan. 23 – 29, 2026 This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Eloy Martin, highlights…
Global prospect Wilfried Pene added to CFL national combine after stint with Patriots
TORONTO — Wilfried Pene will be attending the CFL’s national combine. The six-foot-three, 283-pound defensive…
First Nation shooting in northern Quebec leaves two men dead
MISTISSINI — Quebec provincial police say two men in their 30s were killed in a…
Ottawa, South Korea pledge to bring auto manufacturing to Canada
OTTAWA — The federal government has signed an agreement with South Korea with the goal…
Sobeys parent company Empire shutters Voilà grocery delivery in Alberta
STELLARTON — Sobeys parent company Empire Co. Ltd. is closing its Voilà grocery delivery facilities…
Fact File: Don’t be fooled by AI videos of Toronto snowstorm
As Toronto residents dig out from a record-breaking winter storm — the latest in the…
‘Health-care systems are not built for us’: LGBTQ+ people struggle to get good care
TORONTO — A new report says LGBTQ+ people in Canada aren’t getting access to the…
Climate change worsened rains and floods which killed dozens in southern Africa, study shows
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Human-caused climate change worsened recent torrential rains and floods that devastated parts…
Charge get ‘needed’ three points ahead of Olympic break thanks to clutch play
OTTAWA — The Ottawa Charge needed a win, and they found an extra gear late…
Poulin ready for Olympics following Victoire’s 3-0 win over Sceptres
LAVAL — Marie-Philip Poulin is heading to her fifth Olympic Games under different circumstances from…
‘Real smart player’: Cousins brings energy to Senators in win over league-best Avs
OTTAWA — Nick Cousins isn’t the first name that comes to mind when you think…
Brandon Ingram says Raptors ‘let one slip away’ in 119-92 loss to Knicks
TORONTO — Brandon Ingram couldn’t help but shake his head. He knows the Toronto Raptors…
In the news: Canada’s premiers to meet with PM, Heated Rivalry creators visit Ottawa
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…