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CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:00 AM Toronto Gardiner Expressway lanes closed due to debris       Toronto police are warning of lane closures along the Gardiner Expressway Wednesday morning due to debris on the road.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:38 AM Toronto school board to vote on cancelling classes for rare solar eclipse       Canada's largest school board is voting Wednesday on whether it should revise its school calendar so students can stay home on the day a rare solar eclipse will chart a course through parts of Canada.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 6:00 AM York University Jewish student organization feels 'targeted' after teaching toolkit circulates       Johanna Joseph says she feels nervous about wearing a necklace from her late grandmother when she goes to class at York University because it bears the symbol of the Star of David.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:42 AM Ontario seeks municipal daycare audits, raising cost-cutting concerns       Ontario has ordered municipalities that directly operate child-care centres to do a value-for-money audit of their programs to determine if they could instead be operated by a "third party," raising concerns about privatization.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:34 AM Do you have a family doctor in Ontario?       For years the health-care community has been warning of a significant staffing shortage among family physicians.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:58 AM 19-year-old charged in 3 carjackings in York Region       A 19-year-old has been charged in connection with three carjackings in York Region.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 6:25 AM Toronto Raptors beat Bulls snapping five-game losing streak       The Toronto Raptors snapped a season-high five-game losing streak with a 118-107 win over the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday night.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:45 AM Suspect sought after woman sexually assaulted at Mississauga house party       Peel police are searching for a suspect after they say a woman was sexually assaulted at a house party more than two months ago.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:51 AM More than 1,000 Tesla vehicles recalled in Canada over rear-view camera glitch       Tesla issued a recall for more than 1,000 of its vehicles in Canada due to a glitch that can cause the rear-view camera system to malfunction and not display properly.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:46 AM Canada's fertility rate hit all-time low in 2022, Statistics Canada says       Statistics Canada says the country's fertility rate reached an all-time low of 1.33 children per woman in 2022, which is part of a downward trend that began in 2009.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, January 31, 2024 6:19 AM UFOs: Listen as pilots describe 'bizarre' lights and 'triangle formation' over Canadian Prairies       At least four flights reported 'multiple lights sometimes in a triangle formation' high above the Canadian Prairies one morning earlier this month, according to air traffic control audio obtained by CTVNews.ca.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:38 AM Man accused of beheading his father, police investigating video allegedly showing him with the head       A man in Pennsylvania has been charged with first-degree murder and abusing a corpse after his father was found decapitated and police are investigating a video on social media that allegedly shows him holding up the head, authorities said Wednesday.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:44 AM What to know about human brain implants       If brain implant technology works, it could one day benefit people who are otherwise unable to move or communicate and may have even wider-ranging applications for health. Here's what to know about brain implants.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:38 AM Toronto school board to vote on cancelling classes for rare solar eclipse       Canada's largest school board is voting Wednesday on whether it should revise its school calendar so students can stay home on the day a rare solar eclipse will chart a course through parts of Canada.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, January 31, 2024 6:15 AM Iran threatens to 'decisively respond' to any U.S. strikes as Biden weighs response to Jordan attack       Iran threatened Wednesday to "decisively respond" to any U.S. attack on the Islamic Republic following President Joe Biden's linking of Tehran to the killing of three U.S. soldiers at a military base in Jordan.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, January 31, 2024 6:31 AM Canada's economy sees growth in key industries       Canada's manufacturing sector marked a 0.9 per cent increase in November, according to a Statistics Canada gross domestic product report released Wednesday, along with rebounds in wholesale, transportation, oil and gas extraction.

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:50 AM Manitoba offers free access to provincial parks throughout February       If you're looking to get out and explore one of Manitoba's provincial parks this winter, you won't need a permit starting Thursday.

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:45 AM Vehicle crashes with school bus outside of Halifax, man seriously injured       A Nova Scotia man was seriously injured after a head-on collision with a school bus Tuesday afternoon in Porters Lake.

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:43 AM Manitoba RCMP, border security to announce record-setting drug seizure Tuesday       Manitoba RCMP, alongside the CBSA, are set to announce details Wednesday on a major drug bust that they're calling the 'largest seizure of narcotics in prairie history.'

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:39 AM Want to score 20 Gretzky rookie cards? You'll have to bid at least $1.3M       Appraisers are calling a case of 1979 hockey cards found in Saskatchewan, which likely contains many Wayne Gretzky rookies, the 'Holy Grail' of card collecting.

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:38 AM Saskatoon morning news rewind: Wednesday, Jan. 31       Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Wednesday, Jan. 31.

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:32 AM Aurora Cannabis to consolidate shares on a one-for-10 basis       Aurora Cannabis Inc. has announced a plan to consolidate its shares on a one-for-10 basis.

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:28 AM ANALYSIS: Second-line centre a must-have for Jets going forward       The Jets are still a solid team, but without top-line centre Scheifele, Winnipeg looked different, played differently, and for the first time this season, appeared vulnerable.

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:22 AM European farmer protests seek to disrupt trade. What's happening?       Farmers blocked more traffic arteries across Belgium, France and Italy on Wednesday, as they sought to disrupt trade at major ports and other economic lifelines.

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:10 AM Dump truck debris spilled on Gardiner Expressway snarls westbound traffic       Toronto police say a dump truck spilled debris on the westbound Gardiner Expressway forcing the closure of some lanes on Wednesday morning.

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:57 AM Iran threatens 'strong response' to any U.S. strikes after Jordan attack       The U.S. has signaled it is preparing for retaliatory strikes in the Mideast in the wake of the Sunday drone attack that also injured at least 40 troops at Tower 22.

Toronto Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:51 AM WARMINGTON: Two-year-old Almog's mom was slain and dad kidnapped but does anybody care?       This teddy bear has a picture of a little boy's dad attached to it so no one ever forgets he's still being held hostage in Gaza.  Michael Levy carries his two-year-old nephew Almog's teddy bear everywhere he goes and will continue to do so until Hamas releases the boy's kidnapped 36-year-old father Or and reunites […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:23 AM LILLEY: CBC CEO shows lack of leadership, refuses to answer on bonuses       Catherine Tait won't rule out executive bonuses in the millions as CBC lays off frontline workers.

Toronto Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:05 AM PGA Tour strikes investment deal with American group, not Saudis — for now       The future of professional will be made at least slightly more clear on Wednesday, after a deal has reportedly been struck between the PGA Tour and the American-based Strategic Sports Group (SSG) to foundationally change the structure of golf's pre-eminent professional circuit. A players' meeting expected to announce and explain the deal was set by […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:58 AM Pennsylvania man accused of beheading his father; police investigating video allegedly showing him with the head       LEVITTOWN, Pa. — A man in Pennsylvania has been charged with first-degree murder and abusing a corpse after his father was found decapitated and police are investigating a video on social media that allegedly shows him holding up the head, authorities said Wednesday. The father was found beheaded in the bathroom of his home in […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:52 AM Canada's economy grew 0.2% in November, growth expected for Q4, StatCan says       OTTAWA — The Canadian economy grew 0.2 per cent in November, marking the first month of expansion in six months, Statistics Canada reported Wednesday. A preliminary estimate suggests real gross domestic product increased 0.3 per cent in the fourth quarter after declining 1.1 per cent in the third quarter. That would bring economic growth in […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:37 AM A grainy sonar image reignites excitement and skepticism over Amelia Earhart's final flight       COLUMBIA, S.C. — A grainy sonar image recorded by a private pilot has reinvigorated interest in one of the past century's most alluring mysteries: What happened to Amelia Earhart when her plane vanished during her flight around the world in 1937? Numerous expeditions have turned up nothing, only confirming that swaths of ocean floor held […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:59 AM Music from Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny and others may vanish from TikTok as licensing dispute boils over       Universal Music Group, which represents artists including Taylor Swift, Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish, says that it will no longer allow its music on TikTok now that a licensing deal between the two parties has expired. UMG said that it had not agreed to terms of a new deal with TikTok, and plans […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:51 AM TDSB voting on whether to cancel classes on day of solar eclipse       Canada's largest school board is voting Wednesday on whether it should revise its school calendar so students can stay home on the day a rare solar eclipse will chart a course through parts of Canada. If the Toronto District School Board votes in favour of the revision, it will join at least six other Ontario […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:46 AM Days of rain, snowmelt spur flooding, warnings in southwestern B.C.       Days of heavy rain and snowmelt from record-high temperatures have pushed rivers over their banks, prompting flooding and warnings in southwestern B.C. A state of local emergency remains in effect in the village of Pemberton, where six rural properties are under evacuation order and several dozen more have been placed under alert, including a mobile […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:40 AM Ontario seeks municipal daycare audits, raising cost-cutting concerns       Ontario has ordered municipalities that directly operate child-care centres to do a value-for-money audit of their programs to determine if they could instead be operated by a "third party," raising concerns about privatization. The move also has some advocates concerned the provincial government is looking to find savings on the backs of early childhood educators, […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:54 AM PGA Tour strikes $3 billion deal with Fenway-led investment group. Players to get equity ownership       PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) — The PGA Tour is getting a $3 billion investment from Strategic Sports Group in a deal that would give players access to more than $1.5 billion as equity owners in the new PGA Tour Enterprises. The launching of PGA Tour Enterprises, with SSG as a minority partner, comes eight months […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:52 AM Massachusetts man shot dead after crashing truck, approaching officer with knife       FRYEBURG, Maine (AP) — A Massachusetts motorist who led police on a chase in two states was fatally shot after crashing in Maine and emerging from the pickup truck with a knife, police said Wednesday. Kenneth Ellis, 52, left his disabled pickup truck with a knife on Main Street and approached a Fryeburg police officer […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:52 AM Putin vows to make military gains in Ukraine as he meets with his campaign staff       MOSCOW (AP) — President Vladimir Putin vowed Wednesday to push back Ukrainian forces to reduce the threat of attacks on Russian territory as he met with activists running his campaign ahead of the March presidential election that he's all but certain to win. Asked about plans for the military campaign in Ukraine, Putin said the […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:49 AM Quebec minimum wage rises by 50 cents to $15.75 an hour starting May 1       Quebec's minimum wage will increase by 50 cents to $15.75 an hour beginning May 1. The Labour Department says it is hiking the minimum wage by a little more than three per cent because of the economic uncertainty in the retail and restaurant sectors. The department says the hike will affect just over 200,000 workers, […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:44 AM Grave peril of digital conspiracy theories: 'What happens when no one believes anything anymore?'       WASHINGTON (AP) — Days after Maui's wildfires killed scores of people and destroyed thousands of homes last August, a shocking claim spread with alarming speed on YouTube and TikTok: The blaze on the Hawaiian island was set deliberately, using futuristic energy weapons developed by the U.S. military. Claims of "evidence" soon emerged: video footage on […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:38 AM Miracle cures: Online conspiracy theories are creating a new age of unproven medical treatments       BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — The hotel on the outskirts of town looks a lot like lodging one can find on any American highway. Over the years it has been a Holiday Inn and a Days Inn. The sign outside now bears the brand of a new, growing chain. One that promises a lot more than […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:29 AM Days of Darkness: How one woman escaped the conspiracy theory trap that has ensnared millions       WASHINGTON (AP) — At first his stories seemed harmless. Tales about secret organizations plotting to take over the world, about the good guys working to save it, and about the proof that, if you knew where to look, was hiding in plain sight. To Ramona, her boyfriend Don's tales of conspiracy theories sounded like a […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:27 AM Biogen plans to shut down its controversial Alzheimer's drug Aduhelm       Biogen will stop developing its Alzheimer's treatment Aduhelm, a drug once seen as a potential blockbuster before stumbling soon after its launch a couple years ago. The drugmaker said Wednesday that it will end a study of the drug needed for full approval from the Food and Drug Administration, and it will stop sales of […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:18 AM Conspiracy Theories: Why we want to believe when the facts often aren't there       WASHINGTON (AP) — From fears about vaccines containing microchips to election rigging, conspiracy theories are popping up everywhere. But belief in conspiracy theories isn't new and it's quite common, according to decades of surveys. Psychologists say conspiracy theories survive because humans have a basic need to explain the world around them. When something challenges people's […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:17 AM Bud brings back Clydesdales as early Super Bowl ad releases offer up nostalgia, humor, celebrities       NEW YORK (AP) — Budweiser is bringing back some familiar characters this year in its Super Bowl ad. The perennial Super Bowl marketer is bringing back fan-favorite characters the Clydesdales and a Labrador — a nod to the Labradors that starred in earlier commercials during advertising's biggest night. Some advertisers are releasing ads ahead of […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:14 AM Aurora Cannabis to consolidate shares on a one-for-10 basis       EDMONTON — Aurora Cannabis Inc. has announced a plan to consolidate its shares on a one-for-10 basis. The company says it expects the move will restore compliance with Nasdaq listing rules and ensure the company continues to have access to a wide range of institutional investors.  The plan, which is subject to regulatory and stock […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:09 AM Secret history: Even before the revolution, America was a nation of conspiracy theorists       WASHINGTON (AP) — A brutal conflict in Europe was fresh in people's minds and the race for the White House turned ugly as talk of secret societies and corruption roiled the United States. It was 1800, and conspiracy theories were flourishing across America. Partisan newspapers spread tales of European elites seeking to seize control of […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:02 AM Canada's fertility rate hit all-time low in 2022, Statistics Canada says       OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says the country's fertility rate reached an all-time low of 1.33 children per woman in 2022. The federal agency says that's part of a downward trend that began in 2009. The COVID-19 pandemic appeared to have temporarily disrupted the trend when the fertility rate rose in both 2020 and 2021. According […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:40 AM US worker paycheck growth slowed late last year, pointing to cooling in a very strong job market       WASHINGTON (AP) — Pay and benefits for America's workers grew in the final three months of last year at the slowest pace in two and a half years, a trend that could affect the Federal Reserve's decision about when to begin cutting interest rates. Compensation as measured by the government's Employment Cost Index rose 0.9% […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:38 AM UN agencies rally around agency for Palestinian refugees in Gaza as some top donors cut funding       GENEVA (AP) — An array of U.N. organizations have united to warn of "catastrophic consequences for the people of Gaza " if key donor countries don't resume funding for the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees, the main lifeline for people in the besieged territory. The United States and more than a dozen other countries have […]

G-Alt cp24.com Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:54 AM Suspect sought after woman sexually assaulted at Mississauga house party - CTV News Toronto       CP24.com Journalist. Follow | Contact. Published Jan. 31, 2024 4:45 a.m. PST. Share. Peel police are searching for a suspect after they say a woman ...

G-Alt cp24.com Wednesday, January 31, 2024 3:20 AM New foreign buyer's tax for Toronto homes gets nod from Chow's Executive Committee       But speaking with CP24 Tuesday, Mortgage Broker Elan Weintraub of mortgageoutlet.ca said he doesn't think the tax will do much to improve the market.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, January 31, 2024 6:00 AM Today's letters: Why Canadians should support carbon pricing       Wednesday, Jan. 31: The Conservatives must stop hammering the 'tax', says one reader. It's doing what it is supposed to. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, January 31, 2024 4:00 AM Snobots could be part of the NCC arsenal to lengthen the Skateway season       It may be possible to make snobots fully autonomous, so a bunch of them can work like a small army of Roombas.

Windsor Star Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:00 AM City of Windsor to repair vandalized Rosalie Trombley statue by spring       The City of Windsor hopes to have the vandalized riverfront statue honouring late star-maker and Windsor radio icon Rosalie Trombley repaired by early spring. "This act of vandalism and damage of the Rosalie Trombley statue is an extremely unfortunate situation," said James Chacko, the city's executive director of parks and facilities. "The parks and culture […]

Windsor Star Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:00 AM Reader letter: Canadians getting too much 'nonsense' from U.S. TV news       I changed my television cable provider recently for two reasons — one was the cost, the other was the result of getting too much American news. I think I'm pretty sensible, but when you hear all the nonsense coming from the south, it's time to clear your brain and wonder why this is happening. I […]

Ottawa Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:00 AM YOU SAID IT: This is happening in Canada?       Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:08 AM Saskatoon weather: Sunny, windy end to January       It's common to have several feet of snow and temperatures below -20 as January moves into February, but this year is a little different.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:14 AM Letter: Saskatchewan teachers need their safety addressed, too       A reader compares the Saskatchewan Party's quick action on security concerns at the legislature with its response on teacher safety.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:00 AM Opinion: Saskatchewan should be leading Canada, not falling behind       A University of Saskatchewan professor emeritus says Saskatchewan should be doing much better than it appears to be on many fronts.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:00 AM Opinion: Preserving wetlands vital for future of Saskatchewan, Canada       Nature Conservancy of Canada marks World Wetlands Day with a reminder of the importance of these ecosystems to our province and country.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:00 AM Phil Tank: Immigration shift spells doom for Sask. Party growth myth       The Saskatchewan Party has relied on touting growth under its rule, but conservative voters are souring on the immigration driving growth.

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:06 AM Regina weather: Sunny, windy end to January       It's common to have several feet of snow and temperatures below -20 as January moves into February, but this year is a little different.

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:00 AM Stressful traffic stop of deaf teen inspires new communication tool for Regina police       The inclusive tool was set into motion after a young deaf man had a confusing interaction with Regina police.

National Observer Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:41 AM 'Malicious' cyberattack and data breach hits Global Affairs Canada       Global Affairs Canada announced on Tuesday it is investigating a cyberattack and data breach that has forced it to limit remote access to its networks.

National Observer Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:39 AM Federal industry minister woos new players for Canadian grocery market       Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne is once again insisting that he is reaching out to international grocers in the hopes they will open up shop in Canada and spur more competition.

National Observer Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:35 AM CBC leader open to bonuses for execs despite planned staff cuts       The president of CBC and Radio-Canada signalled on Tuesday that she will recommend bonuses are rolled out to executives this year, despite plans to cut 10 per cent of the national broadcaster's workforce.

National Observer Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:33 AM A wine war is brewing between Alberta and B.C.       An interprovincial wine war is fermenting after Alberta's liquor wholesaler told vintners in British Columbia that it won't stock their products in retail stores unless they stop shipping it directly to consumers.

National Observer Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:30 AM Heavy rain and snow cause flood warnings in southwestern B.C.       A state of local emergency remains in effect in the village of Pemberton, where six rural properties are under evacuation order and several dozen more have been placed under alert, including a mobile home park. Residents have been asked to be ready to leave right away.

National Observer Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:10 AM Nuclear power output predicted to shatter global records in 2025       Experts say the world is "past peak fossil power" but warn against uneven development of energy projects.

National Observer Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:10 AM Quebec environmental group is on a quest to get SUVs off the roads       Quebec has the lowest emissions per capita in Canada, but one environmental group says the climate gains the province is making are threatened by an SUV habit it just can't quit.

National Observer Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:10 AM A space for Indigenous entrepreneurs to share and thrive       The ADAAWE Indigenous Business Hub in Ottawa offers Indigenous people a space to co-work and grow their businesses.

National Observer Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:10 AM EVs have overcome barriers to rapid adoption       Communication tools are shifting the EV narrative towards environmental, supply and ethical issues without equally examining the same issues for gas-powered vehicles.

National Observer Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:10 AM How northern Ontario's mining region came to be known as the Ring of Fire       In Episode 2 of The Road, Isaac Phan Nay examines the history — and myths — that surround the Ring of Fire mining region in northern Ontario.

National Observer Wednesday, January 31, 2024 5:10 AM New coal mine proposed for B.C. Rockies       A mining company wants to open a coal mine in B.C.'s Rocky Mountains to extract, process and export coal in high demand by Asian steelmakers.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:51 AM Grave peril of digital conspiracy theories: 'What happens when no one believes anything anymore?'       Conspiracy theories have a long history, but now they can be fanned around the globe in seconds, amplified by social media.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:37 AM EU to launch Red Sea naval mission to protect ships from rebel attacks       The Houthis have waged a persistent campaign of drone and missile attacks on commercial ships since the start of the Israel-Hamas war in October.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:32 AM UN agencies rally around agency for Palestinian refugees in Gaza as some top donors cut funding       UN officials have warned that UNRWA will have to halt operations by the end of February if funding is not restored.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:24 AM Desjardins plans to reduce the number of outlets and ATMs by 30%       Mouvement Desjardins had 669 service centres and 1,559 ATMs operating in Quebec and Ontario, as of last month.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:43 AM Quebec's minimum wage will increase to $15.75 on May 1       An increase of more than 50 cents would "cause closures in the retail and restaurant sectors," Quebec Labour Minister Jean Boulet says.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:13 AM Quebec housing minister refuses to broaden eviction protections for seniors       France-Élaine Duranceau says the proposed legislation contains numerous protections for all tenants against evictions.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, January 31, 2024 6:49 AM Montreal weather: It feels like the 87th of January       There's more rain coming, so it must be spring?

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, January 31, 2024 6:00 AM Quebec anglos minister to take part in closed-door 'fireside chat' at McGill       A McGill-trained economist, Eric Girard has been largely silent on the Legault government's decision to hike tuition for students from other provinces by 33 per cent.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, January 31, 2024 6:00 AM Brownstein: Black men speak through art at JAM Centre multimedia exhibition       The immersive exhibition When Big Man Talk kicks off with a film homage to activist Marcus Garvey.

Calgary Herald Wednesday, January 31, 2024 8:00 AM Letters, Jan. 31: Party politics won't stop council dysfunction; may make it worse       I am not in favour of introducing party politics into municipal elections. I don't think there will be good consensus on council if political parties are involved. The current council is dysfunctional in large part because our representatives are not listening to their constituents. For some reason, once elected, city councillors in Calgary seem to […]

Calgary Herald Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:00 AM 'The automobile is in Calgary to stay': A 1906 prediction       The car has long been king in Calgary. Since they first appeared on the roads, Calgarians have been fascinated automobiles. Local historian Jack Peach (1913-1993) wrote this column about the history of automobiles in Calgary for the Herald in 1981.

Calgary Herald Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:00 AM Bell: Calgarians win and Gondek loses as council to axe bogus bag bylaw       There's an election next year and people have to start seeing the writing on the wall and it isn't pretty

Calgary Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 7:01 AM Letters for January 31, 2024: 'City council needs to do more to make life affordable.'       Just not enough We are encouraged by reports that six Calgary councillors are interested in scaling down residential taxes. However, 2% is a dismal reduction. Not enough. In the meanwhile why not let Calgarians know what those 28 'special projects' were that you wanted completed with our tax dollars. We will be happy to give […]

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:12 AM Days of rain, snowmelt spur flooding, warnings in southwestern B.C.       A state of local emergency remains in effect in the village of Pemberton, where six rural properties are under evacuation order and several dozen more have been placed under alert, including a mobile home park.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, January 31, 2024 9:00 AM Diners flocking to Metro Vancouver's burgeoning fried-chicken scene       Consumer choice has come a long way from the days when KFC and Church's were the sole choices