Feb 28, 20:00

Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:48 PM How AI technology is both powering and polarizing the modern job search       It's hard to stand out in a complex job market. New AI tools can help, but jobseekers should handle them with care. They can also be a hinderance.

Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:08 PM London Knights knock off Brampton Steelheads 5-0       Seb Gatto earned his third shutout of the season as the London Knights beat Brampton and moved within three points of the Soo Greyhounds in the OHL's Western Conference standings.

Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:36 PM Queen's University students stranded in Doha after Iran attack shuts down airspace       A group of university students returning to Canada were forced back to Doha mid-flight as escalating strikes in the region shut down airspace and grounded flights.

Saturday, February 28, 2026 2:50 PM Trump says Iran's leader 'is dead'       President Trump announced Ali Khamenei was dead in a Truth Social Post.

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:43 PM March held in Richmond Hill for regime change in Iran       The Iranian diaspora took to the streets across in Richmond Hill on Saturday, continuing a series of protests in support of those calling for regime change within Iran over the past few months. Thousands to potentially tens of thousands of protesters sounded a note of optimism as they marched down Yonge Street, celebrating the news […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:23 PM Toronto police warn tainted drugs responsible for several suspected overdoses in downtown core       Toronto police are warning the public after several suspected overdoses due to an unidentified narcotic being distributed in the Allan Gardens and Moss Park areas. Police say from February 26 to 28, they responded to several overdose calls along Sherbourne Street between Shuter Street and Gerrard Street East. Toronto police tell CityNews that while there […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 5:51 PM B.C. teen who died in Australia eulogized as 'curious, bold and alive to world'       VICTORIA — The family and friends of Canadian teenager Piper James who died in Australia last month remembered her as "curious, bold and alive to the world" during a celebration of life held Saturday in Campbell River, B.C. on Vancouver Island. The 19-year-old was working on K'gari, formerly known as Fraser Island, when she went […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 5:35 PM Air Canada suspends flights to Israel and Dubai       Air Canada says it is cancelling flights to Israel and Dubai through the first few days of March due to the current military situation in the Middle East. The airline says flights from Canada to Israel have been suspended until March 8 and to Dubai until March 3. "We are monitoring the situation and will […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 5:08 PM Grief for Sudanese Canadian whose mother died waiting to come to Canada       For Muslims around the world, Ramadan is a month when families gather, but for Sudanese Canadian El Bagir Abdulkarim, this year's Ramadan is associated with mourning, after he lost his mother, who was in the middle of being sponsored to Canada. Abdulkarim says his mother, who was battling illness, managed to escape to Egypt, where […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 4:36 PM Suspect wanted after man critically injured in Brampton stabbing       Police in Peel Region are searching for a man following a stabbing in Brampton that has left one person with critical injuries. Police say there was an altercation between two people inside a home in the area of McLaughlin Road South and Oakley Boulevard just after 4 p.m. Saturday. A man in his 30s suffered […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 3:44 PM 1 GTA man in custody, 1 sought in human trafficking investigation       Police have charged one GTA man and are searching for another in connection with a human trafficking investigation. In December 2021, investigators say a woman entered into an arrangement with a man involving the exchange of money and sexual services. Toronto police say they began an investigation in early 2024, and on February 6, 2026, […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 2:25 PM Cher's son charged with simple assault and trespassing at New Hampshire private school       CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Police say Cher's son was arrested on Friday after acting belligerently at a New Hampshire private high school, of which he has no association. Elijah Allman, 49, was charged with four misdemeanors: two counts of simple assault, criminal trespass and criminal threatening. Allman, whose father was the late Gregg Allman, was […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 2:21 PM Canada's pro-U.S. stance in Iran attack carries security risks — and political bets       Canada's support for U.S. strikes against Iran could come with security risks as the regime looks to retaliate against perceived enemies abroad, say experts, who also note the political gamble of betting on an attack with uncertain aims and outcomes. Prime Minister Mark Carney said the government backs American military action on Saturday to stop […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 1:26 PM Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested again on battery charge in New Orleans       NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Actor Shia LaBeouf, who was arrested and charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday and charged with one additional misdemeanor count of simple battery, court records show. LaBeouf's attorney said in a statement that his […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 1:25 PM Toronto man charged with 15 counts of break and enter       A 49-year-old man from Toronto was arrested and charged in connection with a series of commercial break-ins that happened in the city's Riverside neighbourhood earlier this month. According to authorities, police received five separate calls from the public about break and enters that occurred between February 18 and 21, near the city's downtown core. In […]

Ottawa Citizen Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:36 PM How the Ottawa Charge lost to the Boston Fleet despite a dominant performance by Rebecca Leslie       A defeat in the shootout kept the Charge in fifth place in the standings, one point out of playoff position.

Ottawa Citizen Saturday, February 28, 2026 5:40 PM What we're hearing going into the NHL's trade deadline next Friday       The new postseason salary cap, taking effect this spring, could affect movement going into the trade deadline.

Ottawa Citizen Saturday, February 28, 2026 4:47 PM Hundreds rally at U.S. Embassy in Ottawa to support military strike on Iran       The rally was held hours after Israel and the U.S. launched a major attack on Iran on Saturday.

Ottawa Citizen Saturday, February 28, 2026 2:54 PM Man and dog rescued from Rideau River in Barrhaven       Ottawa Fire Services' Ice Rescue Team was called to the scene just past 1:15 p.m. on Saturday.

The Province Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:57 PM Canuck: Could Brock Boeser move? Sure. Will he? Probably not.       PJ's Ponderings: with a week to go till the trade deadline, it's no surprise Brock Boeser's name is once again out there.

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:35 PM AFL plans provincewide protest against UCP government May 29       The protest, set for May 29, is expected to bring together union members and community allies from across sectors in coordinated demonstrations.

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:42 PM Day 2 at the Brier: Proud St. John's crowd has retiring Brad Gushue in tears already       Decorated man of the hour not the only one feeling the love from Newfoundland curling fans.

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 5:46 PM Calgary family seeks answers after adult daughter violently attacked in U.K.       A Calgary family is looking for answers after their daughter was severely injured in an attack while visiting family in the U.K. Keeley Hethershaw, 22, was with her aunt and cousins in Berwick on Feb 21 when she was caught in the crossfire of a brawl outside a pub. "Two men were fighting, and Keeley […]

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 2:27 PM Stolen WWE Hall of Fame ring belonging to Hart family recovered in Lloydminster       The Hall of Fame ring resurfaced Thursday when someone attempted to sell it at a second-hand store in Lloydminster.

Vancouver Sun Saturday, February 28, 2026 5:16 PM Iranian-Canadians and supporters celebrate in Vancouver after news that the supreme leader is dead       The strike killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, an Israeli official told local media on Saturday.

Vancouver Sun Saturday, February 28, 2026 4:24 PM Lapu Lapu Day festival returning to Vancouver with new venue and enhanced security       Filipino B.C.'s third-annual Lapu Lapu Day festival is planned for April 18 to 19 at the Italian Cultural Centre.

Vancouver Sun Saturday, February 28, 2026 3:31 PM B.C. climate news: Renewable energy defies Trump's attacks, reaching a new record | Report says Canadian parks, conserved areas contribute billions       Here's all the latest local and international news concerning climate change for the week of Feb. 23 to March 1, 2026.

Vancouver Sun Saturday, February 28, 2026 1:17 PM 'No laughing matter:' Single-use nitrous oxide cylinders are exploding at Metro Vancouver's waste-to-energy plant       Inappropriate disposal of the cylinders also causes greenhouse gas emissions. Metro estimates at least 100 vape and smoke shops are selling them as whippets.

Feb 28, 12:00

Saturday, February 28, 2026 11:56 AM As U.S. and Israel attack Iran, the world reacts: 'Grave consequences'       United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres condemned the 'use of force,' adding that the action was inconsistent with the UN Charter.

Saturday, February 28, 2026 11:23 AM Attack on Iran triggers global flight disruptions, impacts Canadian travellers       Flights in Canada and across the globe are being disrupted or cancelled, as tensions in the Middle East soar following an attack by U.S and Israel on Iran and surrounding regions.

Saturday, February 28, 2026 10:14 AM Read the full transcript of Donald Trump's statement on Iran strikes       U.S. President Donald Trump said in an right-minute video posted on his Truth Social that the U.S. has begun "major combat operations in Iran."

Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:43 AM Carney calls for protection of civilians as U.S., Israel strike Iran       PM Mark Carney calls for protection of civilians as U.S. and Israel strike Iran, urging Canadians in the region to shelter in place.

Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:00 AM The Curator: Best Amazon pre-spring cleaning tools       We've handpicked a collection of must-have products from Dyson, Method and more to turn your organization and cleanliness goals into reality.

Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:00 AM Could Block's AI-fueled layoffs be a 'tipping point' for white-collar jobs?       Experts say Jack Dorsey's acknowledgement that AI is fueling layoffs could be a tipping point that sees a spike in companies taking the same approach.

Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:00 AM Quebec politician praised for speaking openly about menopause symptom in legislature       A Quebec MNA is receiving widespread praise after halting a parliamentary commission to say she was experiencing a hot flash.

Saturday, February 28, 2026 5:28 AM U.S., Israel attack Iran as Trump urges Iranians to 'take over your government'       The United States and Israel carried out major military strikes in Iran Saturday as U.S. President Donald Trump called on the Iranian people to "take over your government."

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:51 AM Man in his 30s stabbed in Toronto's Riverdale neighbourhood       Toronto police are investigating after a man in his 30s was found suffering from a stab wound in the city's Riverdale neighbourhood early Saturday morning. According to authorities, police responded to reports of a fight in the area of Danforth Avenue and Carlaw Avenue at approximately 2:30 a.m. The victim attended a hospital and his […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:21 AM 1 man shot and killed by police in Mississauga       A man was shot and killed during a shootout with police in Mississauga early Saturday morning. According to Ontario's police watchdog, the Special Investigations Unit (SIU), a woman contacted police at approximately 12:30 a.m. to report a domestic-related incident and told officers that her husband left the home with a gun. Shortly after, Peel Regional […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 8:17 AM Two men injured after 'targeted' drive-by shooting in Mississauga: police       Two men were critically injured during a drive-by shooting in Mississauga early Saturday morning, according to police. Officers were called to 7230 Darcel Avenue, near Goreway Drive in the City's Westwood neighbourhood just after 1 a.m. Investigators say as many as two suspects in a dark-coloured sedan drove up alongside the men and opened fire […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:13 AM Carney says Canada supports U.S. action in Iran after attack launched       MUMBAI — Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada supports the U.S. action in Iran after the American and Israeli militaries launched an attack on the Middle Eastern country overnight. Speaking in Mumbai, Carney called Iran the "principal source of instability and terror throughout the Middle East" and said it must never be able to develop […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:51 AM Read Benjamin Netanyahu's full statement on Iran       Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a recorded message released Saturday morning that the attacks will let Iranians "take their fate into their own hands" and that Israel plans the current operation to be "much more powerful" than the bruising 12-day war Israel launched against Iran in June. He spoke in Hebrew. Here's an […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:12 AM World leaders react cautiously to US and Israeli strikes on Iran as fears grow of a wider war       BRUSSELS (AP) — World leaders reacted warily to U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran on Saturday that triggered concerns of a broader conflict. European leaders held emergency meetings and took measures to protect their citizens in the Middle East, with key leaders calling for a negotiated settlement between Iran and the U.S. Australia and Canada […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:09 AM Attack on Iran disrupts flights across the Middle East and beyond       LONDON (AP) — The U.S. and Israel's attack on Iran is disrupting flights across the Middle East and beyond, as regional airspaces began closing and tens of thousands of travelers across the globe were stranded. Israel, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar closed their airspace on Saturday. Airspace in southern Syria was also closed, as […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:00 AM 'Polarized' world is fuelling a growing number of protests in Canada, police say       For hours, protesters slowly marched shoulder to shoulder down Toronto's Yonge Street in what seemed like an endless throng. The scale of the rally could only be truly appreciated in photos taken far above street level, showing a kilometre-long stretch of road packed with people. Toronto police estimated that 350,000 demonstrators took over the streets […]

Ottawa Citizen Saturday, February 28, 2026 11:23 AM Kichesippi Beer Co. shutting its doors in March       In a statement posted on the brewery's website, owner Paul Meek said the brewery is operating at a loss, and has been "for some time."

Windsor Star Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:34 AM Crown rests case, one charge dropped at Walpole Island murder trial       All the evidence is in and one of the three charges the accused was facing has been dropped as a Walpole Island first-degree murder trial being heard in Sarnia nears the finish line. "That is the evidence to be led by the Crown at this time," prosecutor David Rows said Wednesday after its final witness, […]

Windsor Star Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:31 AM Windsor to lay off 57 part-time recreation facility workers       Nearly 60 part-time city workers will be out of a job this spring. On Wednesday, the City of Windsor announced 57 recreational facility attendant roles would "conclude" on April 21. The move, the city said, comes after CUPE Local 82, the union representing city outdoor workers, revoked a memorandum of agreement that allowed for dozens […]

Windsor Star Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:28 AM Council adopts Wheatley action plan       Wheatley's ongoing revitalization efforts will continue, thanks to the adoption of a five-year strategy. It's been nearly five years since a gas blast rocked the small community's downtown core, with Chatham-Kent councillors receiving an update Monday. Kyra Knapp, economic development officer, gave the presentation, which outlined achievements to date, goals and next steps. She said […]

Windsor Star Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:10 AM 'My livelihood' — Former Diageo workers angry as Ford defends $23-million Crown Royal deal       The early closure of Diageo's Crown Royal bottling plant in Amherstburg on Wednesday has reignited criticism of the province, with union officials saying Premier Doug Ford's decision not to remove the whisky from LCBO shelves cost workers their only bargaining leverage. "You told me man to man that the day I walked out of here, […]

Windsor Star Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:04 AM Lakeshore rejects county social services delivery; seeks to revisit contract with Windsor       Lakeshore has rejected the prospect of county-run social services divorced from City of Windsor administration, but the municipality also wants to revisit the almost 30-year-old contract that serves as the governing service model.  Lakeshore council voted unanimously Tuesday to support Mayor Tracey Bailey's motion to express its "opposition to the pursuit or development of a […]

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:00 AM Opinion: Child poverty is deepening in Saskatchewan       In 2023, 78,050 children under the age of 18 in Saskatchewan were in poverty, a child poverty rate of 27.1 per cent. This is well above Canada's national child poverty rate of 18.3 per cent and is the highest child poverty rate of all the provinces.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Saturday, February 28, 2026 8:30 AM Opinion: Saskatchewan writer imagines peace in Mexico during lockdown       The Mexico I encounter in daily life is filled with warmth, kindness, and generosity. And yet, like every place in the world, it is not untouched by fear, conflict, or suffering.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Saturday, February 28, 2026 8:00 AM Hiding from the sun: Saskatoon man describes finding relief from rare skin disease       Kris Kinar didn't know how to stop his skin from hurting when exposed to sunlight — until he became part of a clinical trial last year.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Saturday, February 28, 2026 8:00 AM Lewis: Three words to live by to boost health system performance       There is a slogan from management theory that in three words — one of which is repeated — both explains much of why healthcare in Canada underperforms and prescribes the remedy.

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:25 AM Think-tank member Terry Rock: When ambitious people collide, innovation happens       "I wasn't born in Calgary, but I got here as soon as I could." That line was inspired by my favourite belt buckle in the collection of the late Dr. Jerry Hunt, one of my leadership professors at Texas Tech University. Dr. Hunt was from Ohio, but he was a Texan through and through. The […]

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:22 AM Think-tank member Steve Allan: It's time to collaborate, connect and be active participants in our city       Calgary is truly a special place. We have a uniquely distinct character and a palpable energy that sets us apart from other cities. We are blessed in Alberta by a wealth of natural assets and resources: the mountains, the prairies, our energy resources, our rich soil, our big blue sky and our clean air. Either […]

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 8:41 AM Nieman: Parents and now smartphone makers acknowledge harm of excessive use       Almost 20 years ago, parenting suddenly became harder than ever; families pivoted in a totally different direction, and our culture irreversibly changed.  TV remote controls and flip phones were pushed to the side — similar to one rock pushing other rocks away in the game of curling. A brand new technology dawned in 2007. At […]

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 8:36 AM Exploring Bowness, fir trails and the Farmer's Market: Calgary Walks       Lori Beattie knows a thing or two about walking. She's travelled every path and trail listed in her new updated book, Calgary's Best Walks. Over the past few months, we've highlighted some of the 95 walks in Beattie's book, complete with necessary details and tasty stops along the way. Today, we share walks 13 and 14: […]

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 8:00 AM Opinion: Calgary about to lose affordable edge for first-time homebuyers and retirees       Calgary's housing debate has been framed as a fight between generations — young people asking for affordability versus older homeowners protecting their neighbourhoods. But that framing misses the point. The question we should be asking is: Does Calgary's housing market account for all stages of Calgarians' lives? The answer is no, but we're on the […]

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 8:00 AM Opinion: Why are we not talking about weed?       After cannabis was legalized for recreational use by adults in Canada in 2018, Peter Shier, president of Canadian advertising agency Naked Creative Consultancy, was positively giddy. He published a glowing endorsement of our new-found freedom in which he said: "The issue now is for Canada to boldly step up and own this space. As wine […]

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:59 AM Think-tank member Patti Pon: Shaping Calgary's identity through the arts       Calgary is growing fast and is close to reaching two million residents. When that happens, more than half of the people who call Calgary home will belong to groups that we know as visible minorities. This is an exciting prospect and a chance for the arts to thrive and celebrate our city's growing diversity. The […]

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:50 AM Think-tank member Melanie Darbyshire: The challenge of accessing and enjoying the mountains from Calgary       Growing up in Calgary in the 1980s and 1990s included many trips to the mountains. In the winter we headed to Fortress Mountain for family ski days; in the summer, we went to Two Jack Lake campground for weekend camping trips; and on many other occasions there were day and overnight trips to Banff, Canmore, […]

Calgary Herald Saturday, February 28, 2026 6:45 AM Think-tank member Misheck Mwaba: Education must be flexible, focusing on needs of students       A larger population requires a larger, more adaptable workforce — an educated and skilled workforce and that means people will require upskilling and reskilling throughout the course of their careers. At Bow Valley College, we believe that the choices we make now will shape the type of city that Calgary will become. With a population […]

Calgary Sun Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:00 AM Letters, Feb. 28, 2026: 'Alberta's fortunes sliding on price of oil'       Oil slick Once again the provincial government is tying the budget and deficit to the price of oil. How many previous governments have promised and failed to diversify our economy? All of them. JON CROMWELL (And now that the price of oil is low, it's biting them hard) Rona for PM The person to revive […]

Calgary Sun Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:00 AM SIMS: Alberta budget terrible for taxpayers       Spending is up, debt is up and taxes are up. Finance Minister Nate Horner delivered the 2026-27 Alberta budget on Thursday. Cabinet ministers were flashing nervous smiles in the legislature while they milled around with the media afterwards. They should feel queasy, because they're pushing Alberta's debt over $100 billion for the first time in […]

Vancouver Sun Saturday, February 28, 2026 11:00 AM Homeless residents left exposed in Vancouver's World Cup plan: Coalition       Downtown organizations are warning that the city has not adequately addressed the human rights impacts tied to a potential displacement of unhoused people

Vancouver Sun Saturday, February 28, 2026 11:00 AM Anthony Gismondi: With a nod to French perfection, these wines deliver with modest prices       We are now starting to compete with France at the top end, Canada, along with almost every other country in the world, cannot offer the range of styles that France does across every price point.

Vancouver Sun Saturday, February 28, 2026 11:00 AM This Day in History, 1923: Harry Houdini defies death outside the Vancouver Sun       The legendary escape artist was touring the Orpheum vaudeville circuit