Mar 04, 08:00

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 7:35 AM Green Shirt Day continues 8 years after Humboldt Broncos crash       This April marks eight years since the Humboldt Broncos bus crash that claimed 16 lives, but the legacy of those involved remains strong.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 7:00 AM Best tech deals: Electronics discounts you can't miss       Whether it's a Samsung, Logitech, or Google device, we've rounded up some of the best tech deals—covering everything from budget-friendly essentials to premium gear.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 7:00 AM The Curator: 5 Aritzia pants everyone's buying in 2026       From viral wide-leg favourites to elevated pull-ons and tailored classics with hidden comfort, read on for the must-have Aritzia pants for spring 2026 and beyond.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 6:00 AM Ontario students plan demonstration over Ford government's OSAP changes       Students are planning a 'hands off our education' rally at Queen's Park in Toronto, beginning around 12 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 5:01 AM Oilers don't want to overdo the late-game heroics       Some more late game heroics have given the Edmonton Oilers a spark in the midst of what has been a tough stretch.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 5:01 AM Toronto Raptors keep learning hard lessons       Every time the Toronto Raptors suffer another loss to a top-10 team, they talk about lessons and process and patience.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 5:00 AM Federal government boosts scrutiny of businesses claiming to be Indigenous-owned       Gull-Masty stopped short of accepting the committee's recommendation to put in place new eligibility and verification requirements for companies to be listed as Indigenous.

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 4, 2026 7:13 AM Why is Alberta blaming its identity crisis on immigrants?       Alberta Premier Danielle Smith recently announced that come October, Albertans will vote on nine referendum questions. Most of them have to do with immigration – including making it more difficult for non-citizens to access healthcare, and giving provinces greater control over how many immigrants they let in. It comes as the province also deals with […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 4, 2026 6:09 AM Toronto Raptors keep learning hard lessons against NBA's top 10 teams       Every time the Toronto Raptors suffer another loss to a top-10 team, they talk about lessons, process and patience. But Brandon Ingram also can't deny that it's annoying. "When you fall short, you always get frustrated, especially in the moment," said Ingram after putting up 31 points in Toronto's 111-95 loss to the New York […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 4, 2026 5:52 AM Heavy rain to soak Toronto before double‑digit warmth surges this weekend       Toronto is heading into one of its wettest stretches in weeks, with a surge of mild air set to collide with a series of moisture‑laden systems, delivering steady rain beginning Thursday and continuing into the weekend. Wednesday brings a brief window of sunshine and mild, stable weather. Early morning fog patches will lift to mainly […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 4, 2026 5:30 AM 1 rushed to hospital in critical condition after stabbing inside Toronto high‑rise       An adult victim is in critical condition after a stabbing inside a downtown Toronto apartment building early Wednesday, according to paramedics. Emergency crews were called to 200 Wellesley Street East, near Wellesley and Bleeker Street, shortly after 12:20 a.m., where Toronto paramedics found an adult suffering from life‑threatening injuries. That person was taken to the […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 4, 2026 5:30 AM 'We can set the agenda:' Carney continues middle power pitch in Australia       SYDNEY — In Australia, Prime Minister Mark Carney continued his argument that middle powers should band together, saying Canada and Australia share the advantages of legitimacy and trust. "Australia and Canada can't compel like the great powers; but we can convene, we can set the agenda, shape the rules, and organize and build capacity through […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 4, 2026 4:00 AM Quebec will soon allow retail stores to close late on weekends, but some not enthused       MONTREAL — Every Saturday and Sunday at 5 p.m., Charlie Whitley closes his vintage clothing store in Montreal's Mile-End neighbourhood and feels frustrated. He wants to stay open later, but that would be against the law. "It doesn't make any sense," he said about the "ridiculous" rules. "It pains me every weekend to close the […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 4, 2026 4:00 AM Green energy orgs applaud Canada-India agreements on renewables       OTTAWA — Some of Canada's renewable energy organizations are applauding commitments Ottawa signed with India this week to advance development of solar, wind and hydrogen power. Prime Minister Mark Carney spent four days in Mumbai and New Delhi, a trip which concluded with a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and signing a series of […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 4, 2026 4:00 AM Mother urges Canada to swiftly repatriate her son after reported transfer to Iraq       OTTAWA — The mother of a Canadian man says she fears for his safety behind bars in Iraq after receiving word from Canada's foreign ministry he may have been transferred there from detention in northeastern Syria. Global Affairs Canada has told Sally Lane that her son Jack Letts might be among the detainees recently sent […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 4, 2026 4:00 AM Immigration could soon account for all of Canada's population growth: expert       OTTAWA — With Canada's population growth now essentially flat, the country could be heading toward an unprecedented situation where population growth is driven entirely by immigration, one expert says. Based on the federal government's latest Immigration Levels Plan, the parliamentary budget officer projects 2026 will be Canada's second consecutive year of zero population growth. Canada […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, March 4, 2026 4:00 AM Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand set to speak at Ottawa defence conference       OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand is set to speak at the Conference of Defence Associations Institute's annual gathering in Ottawa today. This year's event is focused on how NATO allies will achieve their pledge to spend the equivalent of five per cent of GDP on defence by 2035. Speakers at the two-day event […]

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, March 4, 2026 7:21 AM Plater grades:Tkachuk overtime penalty sinks Senators in inexcusable loss to Oilers       Ottawa captain Brady Tkachuk's holding penalty in extra time led to Evan Bouchard's game-winning power-play goal, Jake Sanderson had a rough defensive game, Drake Batherson had a second straight two-goal game, and Linus Ullmark wasn't good enough in a 5-4 loss.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, March 4, 2026 6:00 AM How a trade to the Ottawa Charge was like a family reunion for Brooke McQuigge       For Brooke McQuigge and her sisters, the PWHL couldn't have come at a better time. Now, all three are settled in Ottawa and hardly go a day without seeing each other.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, March 4, 2026 4:00 AM Leading the way for Team Canada in wheelchair curling       Collinda Joseph tried the sport on a whim at Ottawa's RA Centre in 2006. Twenty years later, she'll be going for Paralympic gold as Canada's lead.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, March 4, 2026 4:00 AM It's time to hold politicians accountable for OC Transpo | Opinion       Mohammed Adam: Public transit should be the defining issue in this year's election. Not taxes, housing, or homelessness.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, March 4, 2026 4:00 AM Public service Early Retirement Incentive details emerging       Once the budget bill receives royal assent, which could be as soon as next week, eligible public servants will have four months to decide whether to take early retirement packages.

Windsor Star Wednesday, March 4, 2026 7:30 AM Opinion: Canada should combat hate, but not by eroding civil liberties       Bill C-9 requires discipline and accountability. Otherwise, it risks expanding state power in ways that weaken democratic trust.

Ottawa Sun Wednesday, March 4, 2026 5:00 AM YOU SAID IT: McDavid's done just fine       Wednesday, March 4: Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, March 4, 2026 7:00 AM Five Saskatoon theatre productions to catch in March       The variety of shows in Saskatoon this month includes historic drama, musical theatre, an anniversary celebration and futuristic drama.

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 4, 2026 7:00 AM Varcoe: Canadian producers lock in higher oil prices but keep spending plans unchanged amid Iran conflict       'These are very volatile events right now, shaping the price. So we're just locking it in — and if it goes higher, I'll lock in some more'

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 4, 2026 6:55 AM Think-tank member Eva Friesen: Building a kind city, where people feel seen, known and needed       The Calgary I first came to know, when I arrived in the city near the end of 1989, was a resilient, can-do, entrepreneurial place; a place still recovering from the economic downturn of the 1980s with determination, optimism, compassion and a population hovering around 700,000 – less than half of what it is today. I […]

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 4, 2026 6:50 AM Think-tank member Jason Ribeiro: Growth Must Not Create 'A Tale of Two Cities' for Youth       "A rising tide lifts all boats." Former U.S. President John F. Kennedy's quote wasn't about municipal budgets, but it serves as a useful test for a city at a crossroads: growth must lift everyone, not just a few. Ambition that dazzles is easy; ambition that leaves no one behind is harder. Calgary is growing. New […]

Calgary Herald Wednesday, March 4, 2026 6:45 AM Think-tank member Dr. Todd J. Anderson: Science and education are key to providing health-care solutions       Outstanding health care requires many things. A research-focused medical school leading in discovery science, innovation and teaching excellence is essential. We are fortunate in Calgary to have the Cumming School of Medicine (CSM), which in less than 50 years has become a leading Canadian faculty in a top five research-intensive university. Named after Geoff Cumming, […]

Calgary Sun Wednesday, March 4, 2026 7:00 AM FINLAYSON: Carney should fix problems in Canada's own backyard to spur trade and investment       Faced with an erratic U.S. president who demonstrates a fondness for coercive and protectionist trade policies, Prime Minister Mark Carney is determined to lessen Canada's heavy dependence on the huge American economy. To that end, the prime minister has set goals to double Canada's non-U.S. exports by 2035 and forge stronger commercial and political ties […]

Calgary Sun Wednesday, March 4, 2026 7:00 AM Letters, March 4, 2026: 'Standard time the way to go'       Gold Standard B.C. is going full-time daylight time. Saskatchewan is full-time standard time. Which is better? Consider that on Jan. 3 in Red Deer the sun rises at 8:44 MST. With full-time MDT the sun would rise at 9:44, which would mean every kid in Red Deer would be going to school in the dark, […]

Mar 04, 00:00

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 11:56 PM Draisaitl, Bouchard lead Oilers to OT win       Leon Draisaitl had two goals and three assists and Evan Bouchard scored the overtime winner as the Edmonton Oilers overcame a two-goal deficit through 40 minutes to emerge with a badly-needed 5-4 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 11:23 PM Scheifele scores OT winner as Winnipeg Jets down Blackhawks 3-2       Cole Perfetti tied the game with 39.6 seconds left before Mark Scheifele scored his 18th career overtime goal as the Jets began an eight-game homestand on a high note.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 10:05 PM Brunson, Towns power Knicks past Raptors 111-95       Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns each had a double-double to help the New York Knicks fend off the Toronto Raptors 111-95 on Tuesday.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 10:05 PM Muslim mothers barred from volunteering at Quebec schools over hijabs       Two Quebec mothers say they can no longer volunteer at their children's schools because they wear hijabs.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 8:57 PM Vonda fire department buys new truck with private funds, community donations       Mayor Brenda Willman was supportive of providing the money, saying she's happy to see the community will continue to have the protection residents deserve.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 8:25 PM Carter, McGrady bring Bills, Raptors fans together       When Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady bought a minority stake in the Buffalo Bills, they insisted they'd do more than just contribute to the NFL team financially.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 8:16 PM Edmonton infills operated as rooming houses, renting by the day — even hour       Residents in neighbourhoods near the University of Alberta are sounding the alarm over new infills being rented out by the bedroom — in some cases by the day and even the by hour.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 7:58 PM Quebec boy, 6, dies after head injury on sledding hill       The child was transported to hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 7:52 PM Permanent B.C. time change concerns businesses on both sides of Canada-U.S. border       Guy Occhiogrosso with the Bellingham Chamber of Commerce said that he is concerned that people crossing the border won't remember or factor in the time difference.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 7:52 PM Surrey jewelry store employee testifies she begged suspects not to kill her       The former employee told the court on Tuesday that she has been on long-term disability since the incident at Noor Design Studio in February 2024.

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, March 3, 2026 9:48 PM Community celebrates after deal reached to save the Weston Lions Arena       The Weston community is celebrating Tuesday after their beloved hockey rink was spared from closure. For more than 75 years, Weston Lions Arena had been the home of hockey, and after a fierce fight, the beloved rink will stand for years to come. "There's generations of families, two, three deep, that still play here, and […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, March 3, 2026 9:16 PM Commandant of Canadian Army Command and Staff College removed from post       KINGSTON — The commandant of a Canadian Army college in Ontario has been removed from his post. Col. Fraser Auld was commandant of the Canadian Army Command and Staff College in Kingston. A spokesperson for the Department of National Defence says the commander of the Canadian Army decided on Feb. 23 to remove Auld from […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6:43 PM 'Indigenous erasure': Edmonton Cree singer-songwriter calls out stereotypical AI image in news article about her music       It was a shocking moment for Cree artist Donita Large. Last month the Edmonton singer-songwriter found a photo used in an online publication about her new album that was not her; it was AI-generated. "My whole body just kind of responded with 'what am I supposed to do with this," Large told CityNews. "This is […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6:08 PM Carney won't say whether India is engaged in interference, transnational repression       OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney is refusing to say whether he believes India is still behind acts of foreign interference and transnational repression in Canada. Six days after a senior official told Canadian journalists that India had stopped such behaviour, the prime minister would not say whether he agreed and said he would not […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:01 PM Toronto man facing 22 charges after police find guns, ammo, marijuana and cash at Sheppard and Weston address       A Toronto man is facing a slew of charges after police found multiple weapons, ammunition, cash and marijuana at an address at Sheppard Avenue West and Weston Road. Police executed a warrant at the address on Monday at approximately 5:45 p.m. During the execution of the warrant, police allegedly found two loaded semi-automatic pistols, a […]

Ottawa Citizen Tuesday, March 3, 2026 7:55 PM Historic O'Brien House in Gatineau Park to reopen in the spring       The National Capital Commission has announced that O'Brien House will reopen after a lease agreement was signed with Square Old Chelsea

Ottawa Citizen Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:08 PM Murder trial for death of Ottawa infant begins       Boravy Buth and Patrick O'Connor have pleaded not guilty to all charges in the death of Colton in October 2021.

Ottawa Citizen Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:05 PM Last chance to hit the ice: Rideau Canal Skateway set to close for season       The Rideau Canal Skateway will close on the night of Wednesday, March 4 after 56 "unforgettable days" of skating, the NCC has announced

The Province Tuesday, March 3, 2026 7:24 PM Canucks: Elias Pettersson's struggles pain him. Is his future here?       As we approach the trade deadline, we can't help but wonder if the final fix for Elias Pettersson lies with another team?

The Province Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:37 PM Canucks: These are the darkest days in the franchise's history       When will they win again? This week, next week, next month?

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6:34 PM Potentially hazardous beverage circulating in Battlefords area: RCMP       Police say they are looking into whether the report could be connected to several sudden deaths reported in the area over the past week.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:00 PM Remai Modern's strict temperature monitoring requires boiler replacements       "At the Remai, the system is run continuously, not allowing us to take it down for major repairs, and that is the type of facility that we are running."

Regina Leader-Post Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6:51 PM 'Watered down': Public calls for pause to new elementary band program       "If you look at it really closely, it's painted up nice, but it's not really going to take the place of the program that they have now."

Calgary Herald Tuesday, March 3, 2026 9:47 PM Bell: Canadians in poll opposing U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran — they're out to lunch       Angus Reid poll shows half of Canadians oppose the U.S. and Israeli air strikes on Iran. They hate President Trump, they hate the air strikes

Calgary Herald Tuesday, March 3, 2026 7:08 PM Councillor wants city to reinstate annual 'municipal fiscal gap' report       The report was produced in 2023 and 2024, revealing provincial funding shortfalls in the hundreds of millions of dollars

Calgary Herald Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6:41 PM Alberta's top cities could host 2028 World Cup of Hockey       Should a bid be approved, it would mark a milestone for the province, which has hosted multiple junior hockey championships and a women's world hockey championship, but never a hockey World Cup

Calgary Herald Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6:18 PM Ex-CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie named head of Alberta First Nations business group       Ambrosie, who stepped down as league commissioner in 2025 after eight years at the helm, brings a wealth of governance experience, said SGOC Chairman Romeo Crow Chief

Calgary Herald Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6:02 PM Province to invest $13.8 billion in acute care system if Budget 2026 passes       An almost seven per cent increase in funding will support staffing surgical activity and emergency services

Calgary Herald Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:45 PM Farkas brings forward motion to align executive compensation disclosure with private sector       'The City of Calgary is certainly one of Calgary's top companies, and it's time that we take some of the cue from the private sector in terms of the detail that's disclosed,' Farkas said

Calgary Herald Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:33 PM Calgary researcher advocates for ending daylight saving time as debate re-emerges       Dr. Michael Antle professor of psychology and neuroscience at the Uof C said keeping standard time year-round is the best option

Calgary Herald Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:05 PM 'Next to impossible': Bettman doesn't think outdoor NHL game at Lake Louise can happen       'Logistically, it's a little hard because you don't have any infrastructure. Economically, it's a little hard because you have no fans'

Vancouver Sun Tuesday, March 3, 2026 9:42 PM Vancouver park board considers zip line and canopy tree walk for Queen Elizabeth Park       Under the proposal, the canopy tree walk would operate year-round and the zip line just during the summer months

Vancouver Sun Tuesday, March 3, 2026 8:21 PM 'I stabbed him': Vancouver Starbucks killing accused tells court he was afraid for his life       Inderdeep Singh Gosal, who was on antipsychotic meds, testified he went to café to have cigar and coffee and didn't mean to kill anyone

Vancouver Sun Tuesday, March 3, 2026 8:14 PM Jubilation of local Iranians at death of Khamenei cut short by news of civilian casualties       Amnesty International has issued an urgent call for the protection of civilians in Iran

Vancouver Sun Tuesday, March 3, 2026 7:53 PM Vaughn Palmer: David Eby's comments on what he knew — and when — on Musqueam deal strain credulity       Opinion: Despite being at signing ceremony last month, Eby insisted three times Monday he knew nothing about deal contents

Vancouver Sun Tuesday, March 3, 2026 7:47 PM Gone in five minutes: After (very) brief appearance, Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim leaves more unanswered questions       Dan Fumano: Setting aside the partisan shots from Ken Sim's political rivals, what is not clear right now, from the outside, is how the mayor's ABC colleagues feel about this latest saga

Vancouver Sun Tuesday, March 3, 2026 7:42 PM Musqueam say only federal lands in play under rights agreement with Canada       Chief Wayne Sparrow, however, appeared to say in an interview that municipal and private lands could be on the negotiating table within Musqueam territory, just not under the latest agreement

Vancouver Sun Tuesday, March 3, 2026 7:33 PM B.C. businesses mostly happy with switch to permanent daylight time       While most view the switch to permanent daylight time as positive, some wished B.C. had moved in co-ordination with American neighbours

Vancouver Sun Tuesday, March 3, 2026 7:01 PM 'This will be different for locals': TransLink announces World Cup 2026 transit plans       Changes in how to access B.C. Place stadium from SkyTrain on game days and expanded public transit services to move thousands of fans