Jan 08, 12:00

Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:56 AM Toronto mom whose baby drowned after leaving him unattended gets 3 years in prison       A Toronto woman who left her almost 15-month-old baby boy unattended in a bathtub filled with water has been sentenced to three years in a federal penitentiary.

Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:42 AM RCMP arrest N.S. man for allegedly impersonating an officer and stealing dump truck       A Liverpool, N.S., man is facing charges for allegedly impersonating a police officer and then stealing a dump truck several days later.

Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:31 AM Renee Nicole Good: What we know about the woman killed in Minneapolis ICE shooting       Renee Nicole Good, who was shot and killed by an ICE agent, was a 37-year-old mother of three who had recently moved to Minnesota.

Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:07 AM Protests erupt in U.S. after fatal ICE shooting of Minneapolis woman       Hundreds of people came out for a vigil to mourn Renee Nicole Good — whose killing was caught on video — and to urge resistance of immigration enforcement.

Thursday, January 8, 2026 10:21 AM Stall in low-flying plane near Lloydminster led to fatal crash: report       A stall in a plane flying 200 to 300 feet above ground near Lloydminster, Alta., in September 2024, preceded its fatal crash, federal investigators say.

Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:58 AM Why does Trump want Greenland? Arctic security, critical minerals at stake       Here's why Trump may be keen on acquiring Greenland, and why it's an important strategic security asset no matter who's in charge.

Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:38 AM Trump set to finalize Ukraine security guarantee document: Zelenskyy       As a cornerstone of any post-war settlement, Ukraine has sought strong guarantees which commit the U.S. and other Western allies to come to Ukraine's aid if Russia invades again.

Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:29 AM Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens dominate the Calgary Flames       Right from the drop of the puck on Wednesday, the Canadiens brought enormous energy. Montreal skated to a convincing 4-1 win over the Calgary Flames.

Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:23 AM Denmark says talks with the U.S. 'needed' over Greenland       Denmark has welcomed a meeting with the U.S. next week to discuss President Donald Trump's renewed call for Greenland to come under American control.

Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:20 AM Minneapolis on edge after ICE officer fatally shot woman       State officials demanded ICE leave the state after 37-year-old Renee Nicole Macklin Good was shot. But Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said agents are not going anywhere.

CityNews Toronto Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:02 AM Man found dead in North York park       Toronto police are investigating after a man was found dead in a North York park on Wednesday afternoon. Officers were called to the Gwendolen Park near Highway 401 and Yonge Street around 2:15 p.m. for reports of a dead person had been located. Investigations say the death looks suspicious but they are awaiting autopsy results […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, January 8, 2026 10:56 AM Weekend need-to-know: Leafs, Raptors and Marlies in action       The second weekend in January mean things are a little quieter in the city, but there's still lots to do for those who want to get out and enjoy the slightly warmer weather. Here what's going on this weekend. Leafs, Raptors and Marlies in action If you want to check out some sports action this […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, January 8, 2026 10:24 AM Supreme Court to hear challenge of law allowing Ontario Place redevelopment       The Supreme Court of Canada will hear an appeal from a coalition challenging the constitutionality of legislation that opens the door to major changes at Ontario Place. The urban park on the Toronto waterfront, opened in 1971, included a theatre that showed movies on a huge screen, children's play areas and several pavilions suspended above […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:54 AM Woman dies after being hit by box truck in Etobicoke       A woman has died after being struck by a box truck in Etobicoke on Thursday morning, Toronto police say. Emergency responders were called to the area of Islington Avenue and Dixon Road just after 9 a.m. Police say preliminary information indicates the vehicle, which was travelling south on Islington, was making a right turn to […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:07 AM How do we fix the state of Canadian air travel?       A traumatizing air travel experience is no stranger to the everyday Canadian. But it seems the TikToks and online posts of complaints seem to do little in terms of garnering real and sustainable change from our aviation sector. The federal government recently granted more access to Middle Eastern airlines to fly into Canadian airports in […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, January 8, 2026 7:18 AM Rogers launches national program to curb excessive screen time in youth       Rogers will be launching a national program to help reduce screen use in youth after a new study found children between 11 and 17 years old were spending over five hours a day on their phones. The study commissioned by the telecommunications company found the amount of time children spend on their phone far exceeds […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:45 AM Ottawa police to launch text message service for non-urgent calls       Police said the service will only apply to less-urgent cases where there is no immediate threat to life or the crime is in progress.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:00 AM Hum: Tayanti's pork belly sandwiches, beef tenderloin stir-fries should make Peru proud       From ceviches to stir-fries to beef heart morsels on a stick, dishes at the new ByWard Market eatery hit the spot.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, January 8, 2026 10:32 AM Player grades: Senators seriously lacking finish in loss to Utah Mammoth       Ridly Greig had his best game of the season, while Brady Tkachuk and the rest of the forwards failed to capitalize.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, January 8, 2026 5:00 AM How productive is the public service? We'll never know | Opinion       Randall Denley: A lack of data to assess the efficiency of government services is a problem for taxpayers, but it's ideal for those in government.

Windsor Star Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:51 AM 'Thought he was dying' — Windsor Grade 8 kids eat high-potency cannabis gummies brought to school       Most terrifying moment, said one parent, was when his son vomited and no one knew if the students had taken cannabis, opioids, or something else.

Windsor Star Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:55 AM Crown wraps up trial case in Fort Erie double-murder that saw Windsor woman killed       Rapper Christopher "El Plaga" Lucas facing two counts of second-degree murder in shooting deaths of Juliana Pannunzio, 20, of Windsor, and Christine Crooks, 18, of Toronto.

Windsor Star Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:42 AM More victims possible following NY Eve Windsor park sex assault — police       Following suspect arrest, Windsor police are warning there may be other sexual assault victims.

Windsor Star Thursday, January 8, 2026 7:10 AM Opinion: With Venezuela, Trump now 'seriously over-committed' globally       U.S. focus and commitment to Venezuela (and its oil) could be 'consolation' for Canada and other potential Trump targets, says Gwynne Dyer.

Windsor Star Thursday, January 8, 2026 7:00 AM Why ERCA amalgamation opposition is focusing on changing boundaries       All seven municipalities in Essex County have voiced their opposition to the pending merger of conservation authorities, but with the passage of Bill 68 on Nov. 27 — the enabling legislation for the merger of 36 authorities into seven —  efforts are focusing on changing the proposed boundaries of the new bodies and possibly expanding their number.  Todd McCarthy, minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks, announced Oct. 30 the province's intention to merge […]

The Province Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:46 AM Canucks Live: Road tripping into Detroit as slumps pepper the roster       Long road trip takes Canucks into another city with a team on a roll as Red Wings surge

The Province Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:00 AM Wine Guy: Mark new beginnings with a new bottle       Now is the ideal time to seek out new wine types, new styles, and even new wine offerings

Ottawa Sun Thursday, January 8, 2026 5:00 AM YOU SAID IT: Voter remorse in Carleton?       Thursday, Jan. 8: Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, January 8, 2026 7:51 AM 'We need to move': Moe says Canada now in a race with Venezuela to find new markets for oil       North American oil prices fell on the news of more supplies hitting the market

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, January 8, 2026 7:00 AM Traditional Ukrainian Christmas Eve dinner in 1983 in Saskatoon       On this day in 1983, Ukrainian-Canadian families celebrated Christmas Eve with a symbolic 12-course meal.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, January 8, 2026 7:00 AM Sask. Heat's Tobi Albert exemplifies 'high performance' ringette lifestyle       "It's nice to have an outlet at ringette, where I get to feel strong, feel fast and feel smart in another way that's not just my studies."

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:00 AM What to know about Sask. expanding its free self-testing program for HIV       "It's one more piece of getting more people talking about HIV, getting tested for HIV and getting treated for HIV."

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, January 8, 2026 7:00 AM Murray the Magician headlines five things to do this weekend in Regina (Jan. 9-11)       The local entertainment scene also includes Government House tours, local comedy, musical theatre and the 2026 debut of the Regina Farmers' Market.

Calgary Herald Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:54 AM The city's water supply is in a critical state – so why no emergency text alert yet?       While the Alberta government issued an emergency alert on its website and apps, an alert has not gone out to Calgarians' phones.

Calgary Herald Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:52 AM Trump's Venezuela oil grab is pushing Chinese refiners to Canada       China bought just under 40% of Canada's seaborne crude exports in 2025, according to Kpler data.

Calgary Herald Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:43 AM Chorney-Booth: Avitus wine bar spreads its culinary wings with new Brioche restaurant       Yann de la Chanonie is, without a doubt, a wine guy. Having grown up in France surrounded by the stuff, it's fair to say connecting great wine with thirsty people is his life's passion. But wine and food are natural best friends, so it's not surprising that De La Chanonie has found himself taking on […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:00 AM Nelson: Heads must roll over Calgary's water pipe debacle       Despite the endlessly haughty tone those in charge were incompetent

Calgary Herald Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:00 AM Parker: Calgary architectural firm SPECTACLE earns accolades at home and around the world       Educational and cultural spaces have become a major interest in their portfolio, with exciting projects in Calgary and Northern Alberta

Calgary Herald Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:00 AM Opinion: Searching for a scapegoat       Calgary's most recent Bearspaw South feeder main break is another reminder of how vulnerable critical infrastructure becomes when long-term investment is deferred. Thousands of residents have already been affected, water restrictions are imposed and, once again, the city has been forced into emergency response mode rather than planned renewal. Instead of bringing the temperature down […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, January 8, 2026 7:30 AM Local tourism is growing — so why are there so few hostels in Calgary?       While Calgary's tourism sector is growing, with the goal of generating $6 billion a year by 2035, there's been a lack of focus on how hostels can help accommodate some of that expansion

Calgary Herald Thursday, January 8, 2026 7:00 AM This Alberta bank has been on an acquisition spree in Canada — and it's not finished       ATB Financial was set up as a bulwark for the West during the Depression. Now, it's looking East for expansion

Calgary Sun Thursday, January 8, 2026 7:00 AM Letters, Jan. 8, 2026: 'Opinion split on Venezuela'       Tough guys Isn't the U.S. such a powerful nation! Let's face it, they haven't won a war of any consequence since WWII. They were taken to a draw in Korea, got embarrassed in Vietnam, beat up the mighty nation of Granada, interfered into the affairs of many Latin American countries failing miserably every time, made […]

Vancouver Sun Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:00 AM Vancouver David Bowie tribute celebrates a decade of fun-raising       Annual David Bowie tribute concert has raised more than $100,00 in donations to the B.C. Cancer Foundation

Vancouver Sun Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:00 AM There's a growing backlash against the outsized, 'boxy' apartment blocks being built in B.C.       Douglas Todd: As one B.C. mayor put it, 'They're untenable. They don't fit in with neighbourhoods. I know there are lot of upset people out there, and rightly so'

Vancouver Sun Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:00 AM B.C. trade mission to India presents opportunity — but also faces opposition       A pro-Khalistan organization is planning a protest on the B.C. legislature lawn in Victoria on Thursday as Ravi Kahlon and David Eby begin long journey

Vancouver Sun Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:00 AM New Surrey elementary school provides only temporary relief from district's capacity pressures       École Snokomish Elementary is one of very few multi-level schools in the Surrey school district, but more may be on the way

Vancouver Sun Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:55 AM Vancouver Symphony Orchestra apologizes after legal threat to silenced violinist       VSO says it will no longer seek confidentiality agreements related to sexual misconduct allegations

Jan 08, 06:00

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 11:02 PM What are B.C.'s most endangered rivers?       Tied for top spot on the list of endangered rivers in B.C., this year are the Heart of the Fraser, between Hope and Mission, and the Cowichan River on Vancouver Island.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, January 8, 2026 5:00 AM How productive is the public service? We'll never know | Opinion       Randall Denley: A lack of data to assess the efficiency of government services is a problem for taxpayers, but it's ideal for those in government.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, January 8, 2026 4:00 AM Canada Life denies drug coverage for public servant's chronically ill child       Julie Jewett says the government's healthcare plan refused to cover the cost of a prescription for her eight-year-old daughter Lily.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, January 8, 2026 4:00 AM Farewell to Brian Doyle, beloved author and educator | Letters to the Editor       Thursday, Jan. 8: Citizen readers remember beloved local author, voice their opinion on dog parks and praise an Ottawa Citizen deliveryman.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, January 8, 2026 12:41 AM Ottawa Senators have another pointless effort in 3-1 loss to Utah Mammoth       Senators can't score on Karel Vejmelka

Ottawa Sun Thursday, January 8, 2026 5:00 AM YOU SAID IT: Voter remorse in Carleton?       Thursday, Jan. 8: Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

Calgary Herald Wednesday, January 7, 2026 11:46 PM Three takeaways as Flames' slide continues in loss to Canadiens       William Stromgren played his first game and Hunter Brzustewicz earned his first point, but it was otherwise another frustrating night for the Flames.