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CBC head calls for a ‘national conversation’ on Conservatives’ pledge to defund
OTTAWA — With U.S. President Donald Trump making “territorial claims,” the new head of CBC…
Canada’s top doctor concerned about measles outbreaks in Ontario, Quebec
Canada’s top doctor says she is concerned about measles outbreaks with a growing number of…
Human smuggling attempt thwarted in Fort Erie, Ont., near U.S. border: authorities
Canadian authorities say they’ve intercepted a human smuggling attempt in Ontario’s Niagara region as part…
Curling Canada seeks to ease broom tension ahead of national championships
CALGARY — Curling Canada’s chief executive officer says the message to athletes competing in the…
Lauren Lenentine learning from great skips as she prepares to be Team Einarson fifth
Lauren Lenentine has yet to complete her first full quadrennial on the women’s curling scene…
These industries would be hit hardest by Trump’s 25 per cent tariffs
OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump could be just days away from hitting Canada with…
Poulin scores hat trick, lifts PWHL-leading Victoire to 4-1 win over Charge
LAVAL, Que. — Marie-Philip Poulin scored a hat trick to lead the red-hot Montreal Victoire…
Victoire captain Poulin unleashes game-changing one-timer en route to hat trick
LAVAL, Que. — Marie-Philip Poulin regularly tees up shot after shot at the end of…
In the news today: Day 2 of health ministers meeting, more US tariffs could be coming
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Health minister calls on NDP to give Liberals more time to sign pharmacare deals
OTTAWA — Health Minister Mark Holland is calling on the federal NDP to give the…
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…
Cathro, Barnett sign with AFC Toronto, bringing NSL team roster to 18
TORONTO — AFC Toronto has signed former Canadian youth international defender Ashley Cathro and American…
Barkov, Hedman named captains for Finland, Sweden at 4 Nations Face-Off
Aleksander Barkov and Victor Hedman were named captains for Team Finland and Team Sweden, respectively,…
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…
Former priest sentenced to six years for sex abuse of Nunavut children
IQALUIT — The devastating effects of Eric Dejaeger’s sexual abuse of seven Inuit children more…
Crosby to captain Canada at 4 Nations Face-Off; Matthews gets U.S. nod
Connor McDavid knew the answer all the way back in October. Asked about Canada’s captain…
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…
Armed Forces name former MP as first Indigenous Knowledge Keeper
WINNIPEG — A former Cree member of Parliament and a longtime military member has been…
Jaime Battiste drops out of running for Liberal leadership
OTTAWA — Nova Scotia Liberal MP Jaime Battiste says he is dropping out of the…