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Some Indigenous businesses in Canada halting exports to U.S. amid Trump tariffs regime

Some small Indigenous businesses in Canada are halting shipments to the United States in the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff regime, even though trade ties exist that predate the founding of both countries.

New end-of-life care home in Quebec highlights growing demand for MAID

Health care providers say a new $8-million facility in Saint-Charles-Borromée meets a growing need for end-of-life services including MAID, which is involved in more than one out of ten deaths in the Lanaudière region.

Wildfire leads to evacuation alert, closures near B.C.'s Bugaboo Park

A wildfire has led to evacuation alerts and closures for the popular Bugaboo Provincial Park in B.C.'s East Kootenay region on Sunday.

Montreal sculptor's work on display after being hidden for decades

Mario Bartolini insisted on keeping his art private after exhibiting some pieces at Expo 67 and at a couple art museums. He made his son promise not to showcase his work until a decade after his death. Now it’s finally on full display at Montreal’s Art Mûr gallery.

Edmonton music station's AI host part of growing trend

An Edmonton radio station's late-night disc jockey is one of a few computerized DJs that have popped up across Canada and the world in recent years.

Canada routs Norway to reach gold-medal game at inaugural women's Para hockey worlds

Alyssa White netted a hat trick to lead Canada to a 7-0 victory over Norway and a spot in the gold-medal game of the inaugural Para ice hockey women's world championships on Saturday in Dolny Kubín, Slovakia.

Politicians express outrage at 'vile' attack on Jewish woman

The stabbing of a Jewish woman in broad daylight at an Ottawa grocery store has prompted public officials including Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford to speak out against what they're calling a disturbing act of violence in the community.

Sinkhole closes east end intersection in Toronto

A large sinkhole has closed an east end intersection in Toronto and flooded at least two basements following a water main break late Wednesday night, the city says.

Toronto officer pleads guilty to assault, careless use of firearm in shooting that left man seriously injured

Const. Andrew Davis was charged in 2023 after shooting Devon Fowlin, who was carrying a knife in a Toronto park at the time. Davis entered a guilty plea to an Ontario court Wednesday.

'It's major': Indigenous women-led modular home factory being built in northern Ontario

Keepers of the Circle, operated by the Temiskaming Native Women’s Support Group, is building a 24,000-square-foot factory in Kirkland Lake in the hopes of bringing more sustainable and durable homes to First Nations communities in northern Ontario. 

Premier Ford plans Ontario legislation banning scientific testing on 'pets' after issuing harsh warnings

Ontario Premier Doug Ford reiterated he plans to introduce legislation banning medical testing on cats and dogs, expanding on that Monday by adding it would focus on experimentation on animals he considers "pets."

Homer leaves Quebec: Petition aims to save Québécois French dubbing of The Simpsons

The petition calls on Disney+ Canada to ensure new seasons of the show on the streaming service are dubbed in Québécois French. In Les Simpsons, Homer makes references to places, people and even sports teams familiar to Quebecers.

Ottawa Pride parade cancelled after being halted by pro-Palestinian protesters

Ottawa's annual Pride parade was cancelled on Sunday after it was halted by the group Queers for Palestine, which blocked the parade in front of Parliament Hill.

Will regular power cuts soon be part of Canadian summer?

Edmonton's first ever Sixties Scoop walk empowers survivors

Starting from the mid-1950s thousands of Indigenous children were taken from their homes and placed in foster care, robbing them of their culture. A first-of-its-kind walk was created to empower survivors and their families in Edmonton.

Canada begins Women's Rugby World Cup with emphatic win over Fiji

Julia Schell scored six tries Saturday as Canada hammered Fiji 65-7 for an emphatic opening win at the Women's Rugby World Cup in York, England.

Why some youth are ready to tap out of tipping culture

As Canada's cost of living soars, and restaurant gratuities see a similar increase, some young Canadians say they're nearing their tipping point with tipping.

Cedar the blind baby moose dies 'suddenly and unexpectedly' before transfer to Toronto Zoo

A blind baby moose that was set to join the Toronto Zoo after being rescued near Ottawa last month has died.

String of distraction thefts across Canada prompts police warning

Edmonton police say officers have received at least 63 reports since May of people having belongings stolen while being distracted by thieves

Harvey Glatt, Ottawa music giant, dead at 91

Harvey Glatt, a leading figure in Ottawa's music scene for six decades who devoted his life to the promotion of culture and entertainment in the city, has died at the age of 91.

Charlottetown man charged with 8 internet child sexual exploitation offences, police say

A 27-year-old Charlottetown man is facing several charges related to sexually exploiting minors over the internet, including child luring and sextortion, city police said Thursday. 

American man who kayaked to Canada says he's claimed asylum, wants to find peace

An American man who recently paddled to Canada on a kayak says he has claimed asylum with hopes of finding peace north of the border.

Cape Breton couple celebrates 75 years of marriage

Ray and Jean MacKay got married in 1950. They had only known each other for a few days before they got engaged. Kyle Moore has the story.

Raptors GM Bobby Webster appointed team's head of basketball operations

The Toronto Raptors' search for a new team president is over, with general manager Bobby Webster having his contract extended to be the team's head of basketball operations. The NBA team will not appoint a president at this time.

Olympic runner Moh Ahmed joins call to cancel Canada's Davis Cup tie with Israel

Four-time Olympian Moh Ahmed is one of 413 Canadian signatories calling on Tennis Canada to cancel Canada's Davis Cup tie with Israel in Halifax this September.

Pearson warns of delays, passengers stranded, as Air Canada flight attendants picket

Air Canada flight attendants waved flags and held signs reading “would you work for free?” as they picketed outside Toronto’s Pearson International Airport on Monday.

What health experts are saying about Alberta's COVID-19 vaccination program

Health experts, advocates and unions are sounding the alarm over Alberta's plan for paid COVID-19 shots, calling it concerning and confusing.

B.C. nurse suspended by college, asked to pay $94K in costs for comments about transgender people

The B.C. College of Nurses and Midwives says a disciplinary panel has issued a decision against Amy Hamm, suspending her for one month, while also ordering her to pay the college costs and disbursements within two years.

'Brutal and senseless assault' leaves senior with multiple injuries on Vancouver Island

The 67-year-old from Campbell River told CBC News he was in his van with his wife when a man approached them asking to call 911 because someone was overdosing nearby.

Boy, 8, dies after being struck by stray bullet while in bed in suburban Toronto

An eight-year-old boy has died after being struck by a stray bullet while he was in bed at home in a North York apartment building, police say. The family of the boy have identified him as Jahvai Roy.

Carney to visit Mexico next month as both countries navigate tense U.S. relations

Both Mexico and Canada have been subject to tariffs and tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump since he was re-elected.

Ontario launches program to help businesses affected by U.S. tariffs

Ontario has launched a new loan program to help businesses that have been affected by tariffs. Ontario’s minister of finance announced Wednesday that up to $1 billion will be allocated for emergency loan support to Ontario-based businesses in the steel, aluminum and auto sectors.

Flight attendant union says it declined arbitration proposal by Air Canada

AOL ends its dial-up service, an early internet relic still used in some remote areas

AOL is discontinuing its dial-up service, putting to bed an iconic relic of the early internet era that was immediately recognizable for its beep-laden, scratch-heavy ring tone.

Toronto hosts first Korean culture expo in North America

Thousands of people attended K-EXPO Canada, an event promoting Korean culture, businesses and products, in Toronto this weekend.

Next generation of softball stars shine bright at Canada Games

The next generation of Canadian softball got its first taste of the Canada Games on Sunday. Players are hoping it could be another step toward something much bigger.

Giant Pacific octopus shoots video of itself after claiming camera from B.C. divers

Two diving buddies, both of whom are underwater videographers, went Nanoose Bay on the east side of Vancouver Island, a renowned spot for large octopus. To their delight, they were greeted by a curious creature that did some videography of its own.

Okanagan Falls may need to change its name in order to become B.C.'s newest municipality

Okanagan Falls, is gearing up to become B.C's newest municipality. But residents have since learned that the name of the community may have to change as the province says it's looking at how a name change could better reflect the region's Indigenous culture.

Windsor, Ont., man who tried to join far-right extremist group found guilty of terror-related charge

A Windsor, Ont., man who tried to join a far-right extremist organization has been found guilty of participating in the activity of a terrorist group.

German superstar Thomas Müller joins Vancouver Whitecaps

In a video posted to social media by the Vancouver Whitecaps, Müller holds up his Whitecaps #13 jersey and states "let's make history."

Junos introduce Latin music category in effort to recognize more Canadian-made sounds

The Juno Awards are adding a dash of Latin flavour to next year's festivities. Organizers at Canada's biggest music awards show say they plan to introduce Latin music recording of the year at the 2026 edition.

N.S. community gathers to help pod of dolphins trapped in mud

Melissa Pineo and her family noticed a pod of 12 white-sided dolphins in the water on a beach near Canning, N.S. They were enjoying the scenic moment on Sunday morning but after the tide started to go down, the dolphins became stuck in the mud. 

Shot and handcuffed during police gunfight, Montreal family sues city alleging negligence and discrimination

A family caught in the crossfire of a police shootout last year is suing the Montreal police force and the city, alleging that after the family patriarch and his son were struck by bullets, officers handcuffed them and delayed medical treatment for nearly an hour. 

Ex-financier pleads guilty to defrauding Ontario entrepreneurs of $52K

Peter Corbière, 67, pleaded guilty to two counts of fraud over $5,000, in Goderich court earlier this year and St. Catharines in 2024.

Canadian women's, men's 3x3 wheelchair basketball teams win gold at inaugural world championships

Canada won gold in both the women's and men's tournaments at the inaugural 3x3 wheelchair basketball world championships Sunday in Sun City, South Africa.

Air quality notices issued for provinces across Canada over Prairie wildfire smoke

Wildfire smoke from the Prairies prompted special air quality statements and warnings across the country Saturday.

Inuit-owned 'state of the art' fishing vessel christened in Iqaluit

Inuit-owned fishing company Baffin Fisheries christened its new vessel Inuksuk II in an Iqaluit ceremony earlier this week.

Evacuation orders expanded due to wildfire on Vancouver Island

Evacuation orders related to a wildfire northwest of Nanaimo, B.C., on Vancouver Island, have been expanded, as blazes continued to cause poor air quality throughout B.C.

Coutts, Alta., border protester handed 2-year, at-home sentence for firearms offence

One of the final Coutts blockade-related prosecutions to make its way through the courts reached a conclusion this week.

Woman files lawsuit against Frank Stronach, Magna over alleged 1986 sexual assault

The civil lawsuit alleges the billionaire businessman, who is already awaiting trial on more than a donzen charges related to sexual assault, sexually assaulted a student after plying her with alcohol at a corporate party decades ago. Stronach's civil lawyer says he "strenuously denies the allegations."