City of Calgary outlines steps in preparation for U.S.-imposed tariffs – Calgary
In the wake of renewed tariff threats from the United States, Calgary city councillors were…
‘Means the world’: Tiny home removed from Toronto park after resident given full time housing – Toronto
On a sunny side street in a Toronto neighbourhood, Brent Blake is settling into his first permanent home in years. “I don’t really know what to say right now,” Blake said. “This is just really cool.” Blake had been living in one of the mobile homes set up by the non-profit Tiny Tiny Homes in…
Spring bunting competition pays off for Blue Jays
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – A team bunting contest in spring training took a bite out of Blue Jays manager John Schneider’s wallet but proved to be a worthwhile investment Tuesday in a 5-3 win over the Washington Nationals. Will Wagner bunted his way on to first base as part…
Calgarians celebrate end of consumer carbon tax: “It’s a nice change”
It was a sight Alberta drivers certainly were excited to see on Tuesday — even if they didn’t anticipate it. “I came off the highway on empty, so it was definitely a good time,” said Andrew, who fills up his SUV about once a week. The end of the federal consumer carbon price was reflected…
Bichette lifts Blue Jays past the Nationals
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Bo Bichette drove home two runs with a two-out single in the eighth inning to lift the Toronto Blue Jays to a 5-3 win over the Washington Nationals in interleague play Tuesday. Jays starter Jose Berrios appeared headed to his 100th career win after limiting…
Kelowna child makes 911 call after family falls ill from carbon monoxide poisoning – Okanagan
Descrease article font size Increase article font size An entire family was rushed to Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) early Tuesday morning after falling ill from carbon monoxide poisoning, according to B.C. Emergency Health Services. “Two ambulances with primary care paramedics responded to the scene,” said Brian Twaites, paramedic public information officer. “Paramedics provided emergency medical…
Low travel interest to the U.S. leads to WestJet suspending flights from YLW
Canadian air travellers have started losing interest in trips south of the border, and now air carriers are pulling flights altogether. Travel expert Claire Newell explains all four major Canadian airlines are making adjustments to flights to the U.S. “Air Canada, WestJet, Porter and Flair have changed their schedule, at least for the summer. They’re…
Amid tariff uncertainty, B.C. logistics firm says calls are up 500% from concerned companies
A B.C.-based logistics firm says it has been inundated with calls lately as companies on both sides of the Canada-U.S. border try to prepare for the expected reciprocal tariffs from the U.S. Greg Timm from PCB Global Trade Management told Global News that call volume has surged 500 per cent as companies are left wondering…
NDP sees Edmonton as a ‘New Democrat’ city, aims to win more seats in Alberta’s capital
When Albertans cast their ballots in this spring’s federal election, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh wants voters in the traditionally conservative-leaning province to believe his party has the best chance at competing against the Conservative Party of Canada, which at dissolution held 30 of 34 seats in Alberta. Singh was speaking at a campaign rally at…
Saskatoon temporary shelter opens as warming shelters close – Saskatoon
By Nicole Healey Global News Posted April 1, 2025 8:08 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Saskatoon’s new temporary shelter is officially open at 210 Pacific Ave., the same day the city’s two warming shelters have closed for the season. This week, temperatures are still dropping down to the…
Canada election debates will see these 5 party leaders participate – National
The five leading federal political parties have qualified to participate in the upcoming leaders’ debates for this month’s general election. Liberal Leader Mark Carney, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, New Democratic Party Leader Jagmeet Singh, Bloc Quebecois Leader Yves-Francois Blanchet and Green Party co-leader Jonathan Pedneault will face off in the French-language debate on April 16…