Mar 12, 04:00

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 11:49 PM Manitoba government plans steps toward reducing nurse overtime, improving care       The Manitoba government is planning to set up two committees as part of its promise to improve health care.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 11:05 PM Kelowna city council to vote on controversial golf course land swap on Monday       If approved, the land swap between the city and a development company would see a portion of the Kelowna Springs Golf Course on Penno Road industrialized.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 10:57 PM B.C. woman says her bedridden mother was sexually assaulted in care home       A northern B.C. woman says her mother, who is bedridden with a debilitating disease, was sexually assaulted inside her care home last month.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 10:37 PM Man charged following September 2025 knife attack on Kelowna cab driver       'I was very scared. I thought I was gonna die when I saw the knife,' Kelowna cab driver Jarmanpreet Singh said on Sept. 3, 2025.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 10:34 PM Great white shark 'pinged' off the coast of Vancouver Island       Dr. Michael Domeier, director of the Marine Conservation Science Institute, told Global News that they tag the adult females as they are the most interesting.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 9:28 PM Loitering outside Calgary pharmacy raises concerns over safety       Businesses and community members in Sunalta are growing more concerned over safety as the number of people seeking addiction treatment grows at a local pharmacy.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 9:26 PM Calgary man, 23, charged with sexual assault, voyeurism after dating app meeting       A 23-year-old Calgary man is charged with sexual assault and voyeurism after police say a woman he met on a dating app was assaulted at his residence.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 9:08 PM Métis cabaret 'Rubaboo' at Persephone Theatre celebrates Indigenous culture       A Métis cabaret 'Rubaboo' playing at Persephone Theatre March 11-22, is showcasing Métis culture with the goal of connection, by giving a greater understanding of Métis people.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 8:59 PM Overpass strike backs up Saskatoon's Circle Drive for second time in a week       Excavator on truck hits the 108th Street overpass on Circle Drive northbound in the Sutherland area. This strike making two hits to Circle Drive's overpasses in the span of a week.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 8:57 PM Quebec watchdog submits report into police shooting of 15-year-old Nooran Rezayi       The BEI's report on the Sept. 21 shooting hasn't been made public, but it comes after serious allegations that police allegedly acted inappropriately following the incident.

CityNews Toronto Thursday, March 12, 2026 12:09 AM Niagara Region chair Bob Gale resigns over allegations he owns signed Adolf Hitler book       Bob Gale has resigned as the chair of the Regional Municipality of Niagara amid reports he owns a copy of Mein Kampf signed by Adolf Hitler. The Niagara Region Anti-Racism Association (NRARA) claims it has documentation that "Niagara's highest municipal elected official" bought the signed book at a 2010 auction and that the book and […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 11, 2026 11:12 PM Brent crude oil briefly tops $100 a barrel as Iran attacks on shipping worsen supply concerns       BANGKOK (AP) — The price of a barrel of Brent crude oil briefly topped $100 a barrel early Thursday, just days after it spiked near $120 in the latest jolts to financial markets and the global economy as a whole. Oil prices initially shot more than 9% higher as supply concerns worsened with Iranian attacks […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, March 12, 2026 12:10 AM Ullmark allows two stinkers in gut-punch loss to Habs       Linus Ullmark had an .870 save percentage, Thomas Chabot couldn't elevate his game on the top pairing, Drake Batherson scored twice and Tim Stutzle had two assists for the Ottawa Senators in a 3-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, March 11, 2026 11:15 PM Senators drop costly two points in loss to arch-rival Canadiens       Linus Ullmark's costly rebound allows Habs to score the winner

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 11, 2026 9:47 PM Bell: Smith UCP set to announce Calgary drug site shutdown within days       When it comes to the Calgary drug site, we are finally be getting a date when it will be gone

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 10:20 PM Medal ceremony for B.C. public servants came with $1,700 bar bill       Ministry of Finance approved $35,000 for event handing Charles III Coronation Medals to 46 civil servants

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 8:48 PM Relocation underway for first of three Granville SROs, but timeline for others unclear       Residents are being relocated out of one troubled Granville SRO hotel, but the province and city are not providing a timeline for the other two

Mar 11, 22:00

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 9:28 PM Loitering outside Calgary pharmacy raises concerns over safety       Businesses and community members in Sunalta are growing more concerned over safety as the number of people seeking addiction treatment grows at a local pharmacy.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 9:08 PM Métis cabaret 'Rubaboo' at Persephone Theatre celebrates Indigenous culture       A Métis cabaret 'Rubaboo' playing at Persephone Theatre March 11-22, is showcasing Métis culture with the goal of connection, by giving a greater understanding of Métis people.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 8:59 PM Overpass strike backs up Saskatoon's Circle Drive for second time in a week       Excavator on truck hits the 108th Street overpass on Circle Drive northbound in the Sutherland area. This strike making two hits to Circle Drive's overpasses in the span of a week.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 8:57 PM Quebec watchdog submits report into police shooting of 15-year-old Nooran Rezayi       The BEI's report on the Sept. 21 shooting hasn't been made public, but it comes after serious allegations that police allegedly acted inappropriately following the incident.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 8:46 PM Calgary infrastructure needs are expected to cost $49B over next 10 years       $20 billion of the estimated required spending would address Calgary's growth, and another $17 billion would cover maintenance and replacement of existing infrastructure.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:40 PM Alberta government ends funding for Edmonton housing program       Social services minister Jason Nixon said this program wasn't seeing the results other programs were and the decision was made to move the money where it would be better used.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:39 PM Alberta overdose prevention site closure didn't result in more deaths, study finds       The Canadian Centre of Recovery Excellence said a study it conducted found the closure of an overdose prevention site in Red Deer, Alta. did not result in an increase deaths.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:20 PM Winnipeg Blue Bombers kicker Sergio Castillo wins pair of community awards       Bombers kicker Sergio Castillo was named the winner of two of the club's community service awards, while quarterback Chase Artopoeus announced his retirement on social media.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:51 PM On Calgary's dangerous roads, 'bystander behaviour' is under the microscope       Neighbours and experts are reacting after a child was hit by a vehicle in Calgary's Taradale neighbourhood on Tuesday. The crash itself is just one alarming aspect of the story.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:46 PM Alberta minister meets with parents about serious incidents in daycares       The NDP wants the government to notify every parent about serious situations - like physical or sexual abuse - and create a public, online portal showing a program's history.

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:45 PM North Korean leader Kim and his daughter try out new pistols at shooting range       SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his teenage daughter fired pistols during an inspection of a light munitions factory, state media photos showed Thursday, as he pushes to modernize conventional forces after years of focus on nuclear weapons. North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency said Kim visited a […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:18 PM Trump administration kicks off new process to try to replace tariffs struck down by Supreme Court       WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration on Wednesday opened a new trade investigation into manufacturing in foreign countries — an effort that comes after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's previous use of tariffs by declaring an economic emergency. Trump and his team have made clear that they're seeking to replace the hundreds […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:02 PM King Charles 'expressed his concern' over Alberta separatism in meeting: grand chief       EDMONTON — The grand chief of the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations says King Charles "expressed his concern" after hearing about Alberta's separatist push in a face-to-face meeting with Indigenous leaders on Wednesday. Grand Chief Joey Pete, who was part of a delegation of Treaty 6 chiefs who went to Buckingham Palace, said in […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:39 PM Canada beats Cuba to clinch first-ever WBC quarterfinal berth       Canada advanced to the World Baseball Classic's playoff round for the first time in the international tournament's 20-year history. Bo Naylor had an RBI double and Otto Lopez followed with a two-run single as Canada (3-1) scored three in the sixth inning to beat Cuba 7-2 on Wednesday and reach the WBC's quarterfinals. Although Canada […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:28 PM Brampton council considering LED crosswalks as part of new traffic calming measures       It's been nearly four months since the Ford government banned speed enforcement cameras, leaving cities searching for other ways to slow drivers down. In Brampton, city officials say they received around $7 million from the province to help with the installation of new traffic calming measures – a far cry from the estimated $30 million a […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:11 PM Toronto police officer charged with sexual assault, other offences       A Toronto police officer has been charged with three counts of sexual assault and other offences.  Peel Regional Police say they arrested 39-year-old Farhan Ali of Markham after an investigation by their special victims unit.  They say he has been charged with three counts of sexual assault, three counts of assault and four counts of […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 11, 2026 4:54 PM Transit signal priority in place along both Line 6 Finch West and Line 5 Eglinton       The TTC says transit riders on both Lines 5 and 6 should see improved trip times following the implementation of transit signal priority. Changes have been made to traffic signals on the street-level portions of each line that will allow LRT trains to move through the intersection before left-turning vehicles. Signal transit priority has been […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 11, 2026 3:28 PM Ottawa earmarks $10 million to help protect Jewish institutions after gunfire attacks       OTTAWA — The federal government is earmarking $10 million to help Jewish communities bolster security at their gathering places after three Toronto-area synagogues were struck with gunfire in recent days. The money dispensed through the federal Canada Community Security Program is meant to help protect Jewish places of worship, schools, child care centres, overnight camps […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 11, 2026 2:54 PM Tumbler Ridge MP backs mother's lawsuit against OpenAI, blaming it for shooting role       The member of Parliament for Tumbler Ridge, B.C., said he supports a lawsuit against artificial intelligence firm OpenAI by the mother of a girl critically wounded in the mass shooting in the community last month. Cia Edmonds, whose 12-year-old daughter Maya Gebala has severe brain injuries after being shot three times, filed the lawsuit Monday […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 11, 2026 2:28 PM Toronto police warn public about auto insurance scam       The old adage "if a deal is too good to be true, it probably is" comes to mind after a warning from Toronto police about an auto insurance scam that's making the rounds. Investigators say they've received a number of complaints from victims who were duped by the promise of low annual insurance rates between […]

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:24 PM Jewish Federation of Ottawa calls on governments to act against antisemitism       The Ottawa Police Service said it was assessing recent shootings at synagogues in the Toronto area and was taking steps to keep Ottawans safe.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, March 11, 2026 4:53 PM Ottawa council OK's amended $200-million plan for ByWard Market revitalization       Amendments call for a review of governance of the plan and recognition of the impact of a concentration of social services in the area.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, March 11, 2026 4:06 PM New York State man charged in attempted online luring of Ottawa girl       Police investigators believe there may be other luring targets in the Ottawa area.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, March 11, 2026 3:19 PM Does any team defend better than the Ottawa Senators?       Throughout all the trials and tribulations of this crazy season, the one constant for the Sens has been their steadfast commitment to team defence, and heading down the home stretch, it's finally beginning to pay off.

Windsor Star Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:20 PM 'Senseless tragedy' — Windsor mom gets 3 years prison for backyard swimming pool death of daughter, 5       'A strong message must be sent so that this senseless tragedy will not be repeated' — Justice Christine Malott.

Windsor Star Wednesday, March 11, 2026 4:57 PM Police arrest dog snatcher, return pooch to owner       A Shih Tzu is back with its owner after Windsor police thwarted an alleged dognapper. A 36-year-old man was arrested March 10 following an investigation into a stolen pup from an apartment building in the 300 block of University Avenue East. A woman reported her white Shih Tzu left the apartment unnoticed after an unknown […]

Windsor Star Wednesday, March 11, 2026 3:39 PM 'We're angry' — Windsor students join provincewide protest against Doug Ford's OSAP cuts       Hundreds of Windsor high school students joined thousands across Ontario Wednesday in a walkout protesting the provincial government's plan to slash financial aid for post-secondary education. The students — angry about an overhaul of the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) — skipped class and marched to the office of MPP Andrew Dowie (PC — Windsor-Tecumseh). […]

The Province Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:38 PM Vancouver Goldeneyes finding positives to build on in inaugural season       The Goldeneyes are in the midst of a five-game homestand and will look to climb the table Saturday when they host the Ottawa Charge

The Province Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:30 PM Canucks: It's always audition season for towering enforcer Curtis Douglas       Former Canucks centre Trevor Letowski helped Douglas find his way as more complete player with 30-goal season in OHL

The Province Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:22 PM Canucks nearing deal with City of Vancouver for practice rink       The Canucks have been looking for a practice rink since 2010. Have they finally secured one?

The Province Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:01 PM Canucks: The task now is to set the culture for years to come       Patrick Johnston: The Canucks' dressing room has a new vibe to it and leaders like Brock Boeser know that for his young teammates to succeed, they have to start setting the tone too

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, March 11, 2026 4:28 PM City of Saskatoon rejects historical Iranian flag raising appeal       "We are not asking for the city to take a side. We are asking for a gesture of human solidarity."

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, March 11, 2026 4:11 PM Sound of ringing phone led Sask. RCMP to robbery suspect       During their investigation, RCMP members used a GPS service "and determined the stolen phone was just outside the business."

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:46 PM Sask. government says gun owners could soon be able to store their own federally-banned firearms       "We found an opportunity for people who are already safely storing their gun to continue to do so on their own."

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:21 PM Saskatchewan mineral company sees future in premium potash fertilizer       "I think we're known in Saskatchewan for our minerals, for our value-added and our mineral production, and this just further helps anchor that."

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 11, 2026 9:47 PM Bell: We'll be told when Calgary's drug site will shut down — 'very, very soon'       When it comes to the Calgary drug site, we are finally be getting a date when it will be gone

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:43 PM City report outlines $49 billion in capital spending over next decade       Asked if Calgarians can expect property tax increases in upcoming budgets to help pay for some of the city's infrastructure needs, Farkas said he believes citizens are more accepting of tax hikes when they receive value for money

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:10 PM Brooks Mountie cleared of criminal charges after he agrees to enter peace bond for 12 months       The conditions involve some counselling for PTSD and anger management and a no contact order, with exceptions for child access and legal discussions between counsel

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:03 PM Questions remain over use of Kananaskis Country pass revenue       Provincial officials on Wednesday didn't provide details on how revenue from the K-Country user pass is invested

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:47 PM Paddling, watercraft restrictions coming to mountain national parks to curb invasive species spread       Zones will set what paddling and watercraft will be allowed in specific waterways, including in Banff National Park

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:25 PM Braid: How separatism gets on the referendum while pro-Canada question misses out       No government but Quebec's has ever sponsored a referendum on separation

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6:05 PM 'It felt amazing': Calgary scientists win Killam Trust award       'It gives me a lot of freedom to do my own research,' said Dr. Shabir Barzanjeh

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:46 PM 'I'm excited to continue the journey': Cavalry re-sign Ali Musse       The striker has made 122 appearances, netting 31 goals and 25 assists for the Cavs across all competitions

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:34 PM Calgary Transit proposing first bus route link-up with Tsuut'ina Nation       A new proposed Calgary Transit route would take passengers in some southwest communities to and from The Shops at Buffalo Run

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:18 PM Roughnecks extend captain Eli Salama with three-year NLL pact       The Calgary Roughnecks will be led into the future by Eli Salama. That after they signed their captain to a three-year contract extension, coming a few days following the National Lacrosse League trade deadline. Salama, a native of Coquitlam, B.C., has played his entire seven-season career with the Roughnecks after being drafted in the first […]

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 8:48 PM Relocation underway for first of three Granville SROs, but timeline for others unclear       Residents are being relocated out of one troubled Granville SRO hotel, but the province and city are not providing a timeline for the other two

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:58 PM Biggest piece of Woodfibre LNG's construction puzzle arrives on US$8.8 billion project site       A heavy-lift ship is docked at Woodfibre LNG's site seven kilometres south of Squamish to drop off the plant's 10,847 tonne liquefaction unit, described by company CEO Luke Schauerte as 'the beating heart of our facility'

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:43 PM Vaughn Palmer: B.C.'s merit commissioner marks last day in office       David McCoy wrapped up his three-year term this week as independent watchdog on hirings and firings in the public sector, and the NDP couldn't wait to see him off.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:43 PM Vancouver police search for woman missing in the Downtown Eastside       Shayla Ignace-Guitar, 21, has been missing since Feb. 2, 2026

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:57 PM Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac take on broadcasting roles for Wrexham vs. Swansea City       Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac 'can't wait' to get into the broadcast booth to help call the Wrexham game alongside Sky Sports' David Prutton.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:22 PM 'Extremely rare' great white shark appearance recorded near Vancouver Island       The shark — called Kara by researchers — is a mature female that weighs about 1,000 kilograms

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:00 PM George Abbott: Lessons to be learned from B.C.'s colonial past       Opinion: The Musqueam were front-and-centre in 1874, when Canada was obliged to beg and cajole B.C. for even modest additions to Indigenous reserves

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 4:53 PM Warmer weather expected for Metro Vancouver's spring break — but rain likely       After late-season snow, milder temperatures and rain are on the way.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 3:58 PM New Westminster police called after birthday party brouhaha at Extreme Air Park       An argument over a birthday cake for a children's party escalated into an altercation and verbal threats captured on video over the weekend.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, March 11, 2026 3:54 PM Vancouver duo wins big for flower-filled Downton Abbey displays       The botannical artists of Fleurs de Villes has won an international award for their Downton Abbey "floral storytelling" series.