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Friday, July 18, 2025 1:57 PM Charleigh's story: Mom says reinstating drug funding allows daughter to have dignity       After weeks of fighting for the B.C. government to reinstate drug funding for Charleigh Pollock, Health Minister Josie Osborne announced Thursday that funding would be reinstated.

Friday, July 18, 2025 1:34 PM Danielle Smith slams report saying Alberta hindered efforts to fight Jasper wildfire       The report 'clearly overlooks the substantial, coordinated efforts undertaken by the Alberta government during the Jasper wildfire,' Danielle Smith said on Friday.

Friday, July 18, 2025 1:13 PM Winnipeg man committed indecent act near Elmwood daycare, police say       Officers were called to a community centre on Brazier Street Wednesday morning about a man committing an indecent act near a playground and wading pool area.

Friday, July 18, 2025 1:03 PM Royal Alberta Museum revival? Province accepting proposals to save old RAM site       After resisting calls to save the historic former home of the Royal Alberta Museum, the province will now accept proposals to repurpose the building in central Edmonton.

Friday, July 18, 2025 1:00 PM China threatens Canada with countermeasures over steel import curbs       Canada imposed additional tariffs earlier this week on steel imports from all countries containing steel melted and poured in China before the end of July.

Friday, July 18, 2025 12:44 PM Carney to meet with Inuit leaders as part of talks on major projects bill       The meeting will cover a range of issues, including how the Building Canada Act can be implemented consistent with Inuit land claims agreements and in partnership with Inuit.

Friday, July 18, 2025 12:42 PM 71-year-old woman identified as victim of 'unprovoked' Toronto stabbing       Toronto police have identified a woman who was killed in what seemed to be an unprovoked stabbing as 71-year-old Shahnaz Pestonji.

Friday, July 18, 2025 12:41 PM Train derailment in Abbotsford impacts traffic       Abbotsford police say 4th Avenue is closed from West Railway to the commercial vehicle entrance near the border crossing but the entrance itself is not impacted.

Friday, July 18, 2025 12:41 PM Suspect in killing of 'American Idol' music supervisor charged with murder       Robin Kaye, who worked on the show for more than a decade, and her husband, Thomas Deluca, both 70, were found dead in their Encino home.

Friday, July 18, 2025 12:20 PM Travelling pickpocket scam hits at least a dozen Winnipeggers, police say       Winnipeg police continue to warn of a group of scammers they say are using sleight of hand to take advantage of unsuspecting victims.

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 1:50 PM Small plane crashes in Lake Scugog: Durham police       Durham Regional Police say emergency crews are on scene after a small plane crashed in Lake Scugog near Caesarea on Friday afternoon. The crashed was reported at around 12:25 p.m. "Multiple emergency services have responded and remain on scene at this time," Durham police said in a social media post. It's not clear how many […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 1:22 PM Suspect arrested in Yonge and Dundas stabbing       The suspect wanted in a stabbing at Yonge and Dundas streets has been arrested by Toronto Police. Officers responded to a call for a stabbing in the area around 10:30 p.m. on Friday, July 11. Upon arrival, police located a 30-year-old male victim suffering from serious stab wounds. He was rushed to hospital with life-threatening […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 12:18 PM Scouts Canada selling historic Quebec camp it has owned for over 100 years       MONTREAL — Scouts Canada says it has accepted an offer to sell a historic camp site north of Montreal that first opened more than 110 years ago. The organization announced Thursday it has sold Tamaracouta Scout Reserve to entrepreneur Eric Desroches, in partnership with the Nature Conservancy of Canada and the town of Mille-Isles, Que. […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 12:11 PM Canadian citizen who was locked up in UAE prison says he was denied due process and medical care       A trip to the Middle East ended horribly for a Canadian citizen who is now back home and speaking out about what he calls a lack of help from the Canadian government for allegations of poor treatment while inside a prison in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). "I am still suffering from that experience," said […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 11:57 AM President Donald Trump will sign a new cryptocurrency bill into law on Friday       WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday will sign into law a new set of regulations for a type of cryptocurrency that are seen as a way to legitimize the burgeoning industry. The GENIUS Act sets initial guardrails and consumer protections for stablecoins, a type of cryptocurrency that is tied to a stable asset […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 11:56 AM Judge restores Democrat to Federal Trade Commission, ruling her firing by Trump was illegal       A federal judge has restored a Democrat to the Federal Trade Commission, ruling that President Donald Trump illegally fired her earlier this year in his efforts to exert control over independent agencies across the government. U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan ruled late Thursday that federal law protects FTC commissioners from being removed by the president […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 11:39 AM Couple charged after gun and drugs seized during Brampton traffic stop       A man and woman from Toronto are facing a string of gun and drug-related charges after Peel police say a routine traffic stop in Brampton uncovered a loaded firearm, pepper spray, and suspected narcotics. Officers conducted the stop on Thursday in the area of Kennedy Road and Rambler Drive, initially pulling the vehicle over. Police […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 11:17 AM TTC fare inspectors will have new look, job titles starting Sunday       The TTC is hoping its fare inspectors will command a bit more respect with a makeover that includes new uniforms and a new job title. Starting Sunday, July 20, the inspectors will be known as Provincial Offences Officers and will don new uniforms consisting of grey shirts and vests identifying them by their new titles. […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 10:50 AM Supreme Court sets standard for prosecutors seeking adult sentences for youth       The Supreme Court of Canada has established a standard Crown prosecutors must meet when they are seeking adult sentences for youth offenders. The court says they must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the youth has the developmental age and capacity for moral judgment of an adult. Under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, youth have […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 9:52 AM Cyclist suffers critical injuries after being struck by vehicle in downtown Toronto       A male cyclist was rushed to a hospital with life-threatening injuries after he was struck by a vehicle in downtown Toronto. Police say it happened at Church Street and Gerrard Street East at approximately 6:30 a.m. on Friday. A cyclist in his 20s was transported to a trauma centre, authorities said. The driver of the […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 9:50 AM Understanding Canada's moves to block cheap steel imports       Prime Minister Mark Carney announced tighter rules around steel imports this week. The move is an effort to protect Canada's domestic industry from "dumping" as the global trade of the metal undergoes major shifts because of government actions out of the United States and China. Here's a look at some of the key questions. What […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 9:41 AM Mosquitoes in Toronto, Vaughan test positive for West Nile virus       Toronto Public Health and York Region Public Health have confirmed the first detection of West Nile virus in local mosquitoes this summer. York Region officials say a mosquito trap located near Weston Road and Rutherford Road tested positive for the virus, marking the first confirmed case in the region's mosquito population for 2025. TPH reported […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 8:46 AM Man seriously injured in crash in King Township       A man is in hospital with serious injuries following a single-vehicle crash in York Region. Just before 7:30 a.m. on Friday, York Regional Police officers were called to an area of 7th Concession Road in King Township. Police have closed 7th Concession from 16th Sideroad to north of 15th Sideroad for the collision investigation. The […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 8:36 AM Ex-Raptors exec Masai Ujiri remains focused on humanitarian work as Giants of Africa Festival nears       NEW YORK (AP) — Masai Ujiri's July is shaping up to be quite the rollercoaster ride. The recently-fired former Toronto Raptors executive is navigating his sudden departure from a franchise where he'd spent 13 seasons while also launching the second edition of his private foundation's Giants of Africa Festival — all within a one-month span. […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, July 18, 2025 7:30 AM Canadian Union of Postal Workers urges workers to reject contract offer       The Canadian Union of Postal Workers is urging workers to reject Canada Post's latest contract offer, saying a government-imposed vote on the Crown corporation's "best and final" offer sets a dangerous precedent. A strong no vote would not only reject the offer, but also protect the integrity of the bargaining process, union national president Jan […]

Ottawa Citizen Friday, July 18, 2025 11:34 AM What will Carney's 15 per cent cut mean for the public service?       The prime minister has pledged to cap and not cut the public service, but will such a plan be feasible with a 15 per cent cut?

Ottawa Citizen Friday, July 18, 2025 11:00 AM Distraction thieves prey on victims in their 90s       Police hunt for suspects after two people in their 90s, who were victims of what police describe as 'distraction' thieves.

Ottawa Citizen Friday, July 18, 2025 9:57 AM Home design: Reno creates 'modern but warm home'       For the owners of an Ontario home that was built in the 1940s and underwent a partial renovation 15 years ago, the time was right to refresh both the main and second floors. "The homeowners were looking for a cleaner and more contemporary feel, specifically by enlarging the kitchen for dining, as their children are […]

Ottawa Citizen Friday, July 18, 2025 8:02 AM Bluesfest Day 6: Sean Paul adds a dash of dancehall       The Bluesfest show at LeBreton Flats Park went on after an afternoon of unsettled weather brought periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms to the region.

Ottawa Citizen Friday, July 18, 2025 6:00 AM Why Redblacks' career sacks leader Lorenzo Mauldin IV is not looking like his old self       Like his team as a whole, Lorenzo Mauldin's numbers are way down. Through one-third of the 2025 CFL season, the Ottawa Redblacks' career sacks leader has yet to put a quarterback on the ground. Along with having a zero in the sacks column, Mauldin has just eight tackles in six games. It's an uncharacteristic stat […]

Windsor Star Friday, July 18, 2025 12:22 PM 'Once-in-a-generation' — Massive models at UWindsor celebrate Gordie Howe bridge legacy       It's a huge project on a small scale. The University of Windsor is now home to two scale models of the Gordie Howe International Bridge — a symbolic ode to the educational partnership between the school and the Windsor Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA). "We've constructed a once-in-a-generation project," said Grant Hilbers, WDBA's chief capital officer. […]

Windsor Star Friday, July 18, 2025 9:18 AM Windsor man facing 44 charges after stolen vehicles, trailer, IDs recovered       A 31-year-old Windsor man is facing dozens of charges after police recovered multiple stolen vehicles, IDs, and a fraudulently rented trailer.  The investigation began on July 7 when officers with the Windsor Police Service Target Base Unit spotted a pickup truck with fake Ontario plates. Police said the truck matched the description of a vehicle […]

Windsor Star Friday, July 18, 2025 9:14 AM Two women injured after being struck by vehicle in Windsor       Windsor police are investigating after two pedestrians were struck by a vehicle while crossing the street Thursday afternoon. Officers were called to the intersection of Tecumseh Road East and Princess Avenue shortly after 4:30 p.m. where they learned that a vehicle travelling north on Princess Avenue was turning right onto Tecumseh Road East when it […]

Windsor Star Friday, July 18, 2025 9:11 AM Judge delays Leamington killer's sentencing to accommodate victim's family overseas       The question of parole eligibility will wait another week for a Honduran refugee claimant, who pleaded guilty in the stabbing death of his girlfriend, after a Windsor judge delayed his decision Thursday to ensure the victim's family — watching overseas via Zoom — could be present for sentencing. David Espinoza Montes, 41, pleaded guilty in […]

Windsor Star Friday, July 18, 2025 6:30 AM Several Spitfires will get an early start to the season       Several Windsor Spitfires will get an early start to the season. That's a positive with Hockey Canada tapping four members of the Spitfires to attend program of excellence summer camps and two more players tagged by USA Hockey to compete for national programs. Windsor forwards Ethan Belchetz and J.C. Lemieux along with defenceman Carter Hicks […]

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, July 18, 2025 1:45 PM Saskatoon voyeur spent five years making secret, sexual recordings       Brian Kraft, 62, recorded strangers in change rooms and females he knew in bathrooms until he was caught at a clothing store in 2023.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, July 18, 2025 12:56 PM BHP says costs at Jansen potash project up, first production pushed back to mid-2027       BHP Group Ltd. says the cost of the first phase of its Jansen potash project in Saskatchewan is going to be more expensive than earlier expectations. The miner now estimates the project cost will be in a range of US$7 billion to US$7.4 billion, up from an earlier estimate of US$5.7 billion. The company is […]

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, July 18, 2025 8:00 AM Learn about local history: Five things to do this weekend in Saskatoon, July 18-20       Take in an art exhibition opening, Back to Batoche Days festival, Marr Residence, local garden tours and outdoor art on Broadway Avenue.

Regina Leader-Post Friday, July 18, 2025 1:16 PM Emilus, Campbell return Roughriders look to rebound Saturday against Lions       Two CFL rookies will be making their first career starts for the Roughriders in returner Drae McCray and offensive lineman Darius Washington

Regina Leader-Post Friday, July 18, 2025 9:00 AM Davis: Saskatchewan Roughriders offensive linemen are ticked off … at themselves       Logan Ferland: "We weren't who we normally were and that really woke us up."

Canada's National Observer Friday, July 18, 2025 1:29 PM At North America's only graphite mine, big battery dreams face a global crush       A $90 billion global market is on the horizon, but the uncertain fate of North America's only operating graphite mine highlights the challenges facing Canada as it vies to become a top-tier supplier of critical minerals in a sector monopolized by China.

Canada's National Observer Friday, July 18, 2025 6:43 AM MOVIES: For the adults: colonialism studied; and for the kids: Smurfs on a rescue mission       Also a creepy horror film from Australia and a small-town authority battle from the US

Calgary Herald Friday, July 18, 2025 12:49 PM Calgary man who killed 5-year-old grandson granted statutory release       Allan Perdomo Lopez, who was convicted of manslaughter in 2019 for the death of his grandson, has been granted statutory release from his nine year sentence. Perdomo Lopez, now 65, is to have no contact with children. Five-year-old Emilio Perdomo died of a traumatic brain injury in July 2015, eight days after being brought to the […]

Calgary Herald Friday, July 18, 2025 12:10 PM Police arrest Lethbridge girls' football coach on sexual exploitation charges       A Lethbridge junior girls' football coach has been charged with sexual exploitation offences, which allegedly include using AI to make child pornography, a specialized Alberta police unit said Friday. ALERT's Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) unit alleges the man used AI to manipulate and sexualize photos of underage girls. The images were allegedly shared via the social […]

Calgary Herald Friday, July 18, 2025 11:00 AM Hole-in-one report: Meet golfing aces from Calgary and beyond       News from the fairways of southern Alberta

Calgary Herald Friday, July 18, 2025 8:30 AM Opinion: I survived cancer. Now I ride to end it – for all of us       Five years ago, I got a phone call that changed everything. I was 41, enjoying life as a husband, father and senior executive at Enbridge, when I learned I had kidney cancer. It was the kind of life-altering news that hits so many Albertans out of the blue. I had no symptoms or warning – […]

Calgary Herald Friday, July 18, 2025 8:30 AM Opinion: David Suzuki taught me to fear the future — now I'm pushing back       As a university student, I read The Sacred Balance by David Suzuki in 1998. Like many young people, I was moved but also frightened. The book didn't just inform me; it left me with a deep fear about the future. I believed the world was headed for environmental collapse, and I carried those ideas for years. Now, […]

Calgary Herald Friday, July 18, 2025 7:30 AM On the Road: Getting chased by a rainshower in July       The rain makes flowers and rivers dazzle on a summer drive

Calgary Herald Friday, July 18, 2025 7:00 AM Varcoe: Alberta wants a new oil pipeline — history warns of billion-dollar risk and reward of government financial backing       "The bottom line is governments routinely get out-negotiated, and the public, the taxpayer, gets stuck with the bill."

Calgary Sun Friday, July 18, 2025 7:00 AM Letters, July 18, 2025: 'Elbows up didn't do us much good'       Not buying it, Carney Elbows up? May as well have been chicken wings flapping. I'm making a giant size statue of Mark Carney and throwing it into the Elbow River! TERRY TOLL ('Elbows up' was more gimmick than philosophy) Pierre passe Re: "Poilievre fighting ghosts as party loyalists grumble about campaign defeat" (Brian Lilley, July […]

Vancouver Sun Friday, July 18, 2025 12:59 PM Police seek SUV driver following east Vancouver hit-and-run       A 70-year-old woman was crossing Grandview Highway at Slocan Street on July 11 around 5:30 p.m. when she was struck by a grey SUV.

Vancouver Sun Friday, July 18, 2025 12:38 PM Derailment in Abbotsford closes road near Sumas border crossing       Police say access to the border entrance is not impacted.

Vancouver Sun Friday, July 18, 2025 9:00 AM Best pasta recipes: A roundup of our favourite pasta dishes       Looking for a tasty pasta recipe to cook for a weeknight meal or special occasion? Try one of these recipes.

Vancouver Sun Friday, July 18, 2025 9:00 AM 'We don't talk about it': Vancouver father's story reflects growing men's health crisis in Canada       A new national report shows outdated views that can cause men to delay seeking help, paired with gaps in health care, are driving up premature deaths.

Vancouver Sun Friday, July 18, 2025 9:00 AM B.C. coal mining operation seeks green light to expand as investigation into polluted water continues       'There should be no new mining permitted until water contamination has been adequately addressed,' says Casey Brennan, conservation director for Wildsight.