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Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:58 AM Hundreds sign petition in support of N.B. teen suspended for 'straight pride' shirt       A petition alleges a New Brunswick student was suspended from school for wearing a 'straight pride' shirt, calling it a hate crime. The district says that's not true.

Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:51 AM Human remains found at landfill in search for missing Ontario woman: police       Police in Hamilton say that partial human remains have been found in an Ontario landfill that has been the sight of an extensive search for a missing woman.

Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:44 AM Man killed in daytime Dartmouth shooting as police search for suspects       Officers found a man with gunshot wounds in a vehicle, and performed CPR on the victim. Halifax Regional Police said the man was pronounced dead and an autopsy is scheduled.

Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:42 AM Hailey Bieber sells skincare brand Rhode in $1-billion deal       'I am so incredibly excited and proud to announce that we are partnering with e.l.f. Beauty as we step into this next chapter in the world of rhode,' Hailey Bieber announced.

Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:53 AM Canada 'welcomes' U.S. court ruling against Trump tariffs, Carney says       Carney's comments come after a three-judge panel blocked some of Trump's signature policies, including the fentanyl and border security-related tariffs on Canada.

Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:52 AM Victoria's Secret website down as it deals with a 'security incident'       An apparent 'security incident' has led Victoria's Secret to take down its website and other digital resources, including some in-store services, according to a company statement.

Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:47 AM Planning a wedding in Canada? Tariffs could blow your budget       And with wedding season in full swing, couples tying the knot this summer might need to brace for a steeper bill, thanks to tariffs.

Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:38 AM Nova Scotia to survey public on expanding retail sale of alcohol       Nova Scotia has announced a month-long public survey as it considers expanding alcohol sales to various retail outlets like corner stores.

Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:20 AM 'It's very dangerous': Chief of Manitoba First Nation says some residents await evacuation       Chief David Monias of Pimicikamak Cree Nation says many people are now safe in Norway House, but a number of others are still waiting to flee a nearby wildfire.

Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:06 AM 'It was just horrific': Camper describes wildfire devastation at Pine Grove Resort       Smoke on the horizon was the first sign of trouble. But for one camper at Pine Grove Resort at Saskatchewan's East Trout Lake, it quickly turned into a terrifying wait.

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:21 AM Carney's cabinet ministers evade journalists' questions at defence industry show       For the second time in as many days, a member of Prime Minister Mark Carney's cabinet cancelled media availabilities today and refused to take questions from reporters. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly blew past reporters at CANSEC, Canada's largest military trade show, where ministers normally make themselves available to the media. Defence David McGuinty also ignored […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:19 AM 1 woman in custody, 1 other wanted after man allegedly drugged and robbed       One woman is in custody, and police are searching for another after a man was allegedly drugged and robbed. Toronto police say around 3:30 a.m. on May 17, a man contacted a woman on LeoList. Two women then arrived at the victim's address in the Front Street West and John Street area. Police allege the […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:40 AM Weekend need-to-know: Gardiner, DVP shut down for Bike For Brain Health Sunday       The Gardiner Expressway and Don Valley Parkway will be shut down on Sunday morning for the Bike for Brain Health so if you are heading downtown on Sunday, keep that in mind. Here's what's going on this weekend in the GTA. Bike for Brain Health Anyone with a bike can ride Toronto's highways while supporting […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:40 AM 'There will be change moving forward': Maple Leafs' GM Treliving hints at new direction       Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving says the team's DNA needs to change this summer following another disappointing playoff exit. Treliving met with the media in Toronto on Thursday morning. He summarized the team's improvements and style of play throughout the regular season, notably under new head coach Craig Berube. However, he acknowledged that […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:32 AM Ford recalls more than a million vehicles for software glitch that makes rearview camera unreliable       WASHINGTON (AP) — Ford is recalling more than a million vehicles due to a software issue that can cause the rearview camera to malfunction, increasing the chance of an accident, government auto regulators said. The software error, which Ford reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration earlier this month, may cause the rearview camera […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:31 AM Supreme Court of Canada dismisses Nunavut's bid to toss out school language case       OTTAWA — A lawsuit over the right to Inuit language instruction in the Nunavut public school system is a step closer to being heard following a Supreme Court of Canada decision. The top court has dismissed the Nunavut government's latest bid to have the lawsuit thrown out before the parties make full arguments. Two Inuit […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:18 AM 7 shot at park in Washington state, police say       LAKEWOOD, Wash. (AP) — Seven people were shot and wounded, three of them critically, at a park in a suburb of Tacoma, Washington, on Wednesday evening, police said. Officers found a "very hectic scene" when they responded to calls reporting shots fired at Harry Todd Park in Lakewood just before 8 p.m., Lakewood Police Sgt. […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:00 AM Are solar panels worth the investment? Yes — usually — but it depends where you live       MONTREAL — When she looked into installing solar panels on her roof, Heather McDiarmid came across an unexpected hitch. "We realized we'd have to tear out the panels again a few years after we put them in because our roof was getting old and it was going to need new shingles. So we got our […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:42 AM Carney 'welcomes' U.S. court ruling striking down some U.S. tariffs       Prime Minister Mark Carney said he "welcomes" the decision by the U.S. Court of International Trade to strike down President Donald Trump's broad-based tariffs on most countries. On Wednesday, court ruled that Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs on nearly every country using the International Economic Emergency Powers Act, usually referred to […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:12 AM Human remains recovered at Hamilton landfill where search was active for missing woman       The Hamilton Police Service's homicide unit says partial human remains were found at a local landfill during the search for 40-year-old Shalini Singh, who has been missing since December. Homicide detectives have been conducting an extensive search for Singh at the Glanbrook Landfill on Haldibrook Road since Feb. 24. The search was initially meant to […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:00 AM What would happen if the Amazon rainforest dried out? This decades-long experiment has some answers       CAXIUANA NATIONAL FOREST, Brazil (AP) — A short walk beneath the dense Amazon canopy, the forest abruptly opens up. Fallen logs are rotting, the trees grow sparser and the temperature rises in places sunlight hits the ground. This is what 24 years of severe drought looks like in the world's largest rainforest. But this patch […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:40 AM Hit by Trump trade wars, U.S. economy falls 0.2% in first quarter, an upgrade from initial estimate       WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy shrank at a 0.2% annual pace from January through March, the first drop in three years, as President Donald Trump's trade wars disrupted business, the government said Thursday in a slight upgrade of its initial estimate. First-quarter growth was brought down by a surge in imports as companies in […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:37 AM Mississauga man charged in sexual assaults allegedly touched random women's buttocks       A man from Mississauga is facing charges in separate sexual assaults after he allegedly approached women at random and touched their buttocks. Peel Regional Police officers responded to the first incident just after 1:30 p.m. on May 12 when a woman in her 30s was walking near Churchill Meadows Boulevard and Quiet Creek Drive near […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 7:19 AM The 'power pause': How a career detour can have major impact       For years, we've been programmed to view hustle culture as the norm, and one's ability to navigate it as the definition of success. Throw parenthood into the equation and you've got the recipe for a juggling act that is always being judged. So what happens when people, specifically mothers, take a purposeful pause from their […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, May 29, 2025 7:01 AM Defending champion Panthers head back to Cup Final with 5-3 win over Hurricanes       The horn sounded to signal a third straight trip to the Stanley Cup Final, and the Florida Panthers celebrated merely by hopping over the boards and several heading over to congratulate goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky. It was a subdued celebration seemingly more befitting a regular-season win for the reigning Cup champs. "I remember a few years […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:35 AM Spiciest food in Ottawa? Thilaks Sri Lankan Cuisine packs heat and heart       The humble west-end eatery opened last summer, downstairs from the Manila Mart on Carling Avenue.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:24 AM Collision between two school buses causes minor injuries       Three students were left with minor injuries.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:00 AM 'It's not too late': city councillor wants to stop Tewin expansion plans       Coun. Theresa Kavanagh wants to reverse the decision to allow the development on the city's far eastern end.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:58 AM OC Transpo experiencing slower service on O-Train Line 2       OC Transpo warned customers on Thursday of slower service on Line 2 for much of the day.. Transit boss Renée Amilcar said in a memo that Trillium Line 2 is experiencing "switch issues" at South Keys Station. The problem has prompted OC Transpo to put one of two platforms out of service, forcing travellers to […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:40 AM Adam: New security measures at city hall are entirely unjustified       Nothing justifies security measures that will further limit residents' access to local government. Ottawa is doing this simply because some other cities have.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:20 AM Design trends: Transform your garage       It's the "ultimate catchall" and "default storage space" but with some effort, the garage has the potential to be so much more. "For many households, the garage is the ultimate catchall – typically the last space to get the attention it deserves," says Katherin Creighton Taylor, a professional organizer and founder of DECANTT Organized Living, […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, May 29, 2025 4:00 AM Today's letters: In defence of the airport LRT       Thursday, May 29: No stairs and only $4? Maybe the extra time time is worth it, writes one reader. Have you say by emailing letters@ottawacitizen.com

Windsor Star Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:41 AM Kieran McKenzie calls for review of city hall employment practices after Windsor mayor's wife hired       Ward 9 Coun. Kieran McKenzie is calling for a review of hiring and firing practices at city hall after the controversial recruitment of Mayor Drew Dilkens' wife over hundreds of other applicants. McKenzie told the Star he doesn't question if the rules were followed in the hiring of Jane Deneau. But he added those rules […]

Windsor Star Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:10 AM Windsor-based steel magnate Zekelman suggests pathway out of tariff mess       Zekelman Industries Executive Chair/CEO Barry Zekelman plans to use next week's visit to Ottawa to deliver a blunt message to government officials about Canada needing to shut off the flow of Chinese steel being re-routed through places like Vietnam, Thailand and South Korea if this nation is serious about escaping U.S. tariffs on steel and […]

Windsor Star Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:50 AM LaSalle's waterfront set to open this summer along the Detroit River       A major portion of LaSalle's ambitious $50-million waterfront redevelopment is nearing completion — and it's set to open just in time for summer. Located along the Detroit River, the LaSalle Landing project is transforming 60 acres of shoreline into a vibrant, multi-use destination by uniting Gil Maure Park, Front Road Park and Riverdance Park. "We […]

Windsor Star Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:28 AM Miracle League baseball gives kids a chance to play in adaptive setting       It's called the All-Star Miracle League, but anyone watching young students from the Windsor-Essex public school board's special-education programs take to the ball diamond Tuesday might conclude it wasn't a miracle – it was dedication.  Students from the GAINS (Giving Attention to Individual Needs and Strengths) and STEPs (Skills to Enhance Personal Success ) programs […]

Windsor Star Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:17 AM Family of eight displaced by house fire causing $365K in damage       Rahaf Almossa, 11, said she felt sad standing outside the burnt remains of her family home on Wednesday, after a fire the previous evening displaced her and her six siblings. "I'm feeling sad because I have too much memories in my room," said Almossa. "My stuff that was in it, my clothes — everything went." […]

Windsor Star Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:13 AM Ontario to give education minister power to more easily take over school boards       Paul Calandra for weeks has warned boards that he would implement tougher oversight

Windsor Star Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:40 AM Sabres repeat as WECSSAA slo-pitch champs while Saints fall in SWOSSSA final       McGREGOR – There's something about the quiet confidence of being the defending champions. Coming off anOFSAA title a year ago, the Sandwich Sabres did not dominate regular-season play in the WECSSAA slo-pitch league this season. However, when the playoffs got underway, the Sabres got dialled in. "There's (pressure) a little because we won last year […]

Windsor Star Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:04 AM Who's next? LaSalle to hold byelection for open council seat       LaSalle residents will head to the polls this fall to elect a new councillor. Town council voted Tuesday to hold a byelection to fill the seat left vacant by the passing of longtime councillor Sue Desjarlais last month.  Desjarlais, who served for two decades on LaSalle town council and dedicated her life to uplifting her […]

Windsor Star Thursday, May 29, 2025 7:00 AM Readers weigh in: Jackson Park bandshell's future potential as great as its history       Jackson Park bandshell has 'tremendous' potential as visitor draw Re: Windsor eyes Emancipation Day monument over bandshell restoration (May 24) I am a member of the ad hoc committee engaged with city council regarding the Jackson Park bandshell for nearly two years, following Councillor Kieran McKenzie's invitation to a group of us to discuss its […]

The Province Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:00 AM Canucks: How Linus Karlsson answered leadership challenge in Abbotsford       Linus Karlsson turned 23 goals in 32 regular-season AHL games with Abbotsford into seven playoff goals in 12 outings, which is tied for the league lead.

Ottawa Sun Thursday, May 29, 2025 5:00 AM YOU SAID IT: Insult to hard-working Canadians       Thursday, May 29: Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:50 AM Warmer-than-normal summer predicted for Regina, Saskatoon, most of Sask.       Canadians longing for sunshine and warmth will likely be pleased by a summer forecast that has an abundance of both, says Weather Network meteorologist Doug Gillham, but he cautioned the season "will highlight that you can get too much of a good thing." Droughts, wildfires and powerful thunderstorms could be in the works across parts […]

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:22 AM University Bridge closed after motorcycle-vehicle collision       A serious collision between a motorcycle and a vehicle led to the University Bridge being closed to traffic during the Thursday morning commute. Police responded around 7:30 a.m. to a report of the collision on the bridge. According to police, traffic was restricted in both directions and motorists were advised to find an alternate route. […]

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:00 AM Children ride in rear of station wagon in 1963 in Saskatoon       On this day in 1963, StarPhoenix photographer Munro Murray snaps a photo of children watching him from the back of a station wagon.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:00 AM Letters: Moe's misguided list for Sask. would dismantle climate policy       Readers share their opinions on Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe's Top 10 list for Ottawa, various Saskatoon issues and the situation in Gaza.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:06 AM Thousands evacuated as wildfires continue burning in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta       Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says 17,000 people have been evacuated from several communities and First Nations as he placed his entire province under a state of emergency late Wednesday over crippling wildfires, mainly in the remote north. Evacuation orders include all 5,000 residents of the city of Flin Flon, 630 kilometres northwest of Winnipeg, who […]

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:00 AM Mandryk: Moe disinterested in better Saskatchewan relations with feds       Does Moe truly want that "reset" or is he simply interested in milking the divisions with the federal Liberals for as long as he can?

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:00 AM Saskatchewan woman awaits sentence for $573K fraud from elderly family member       The Crown argued Camille Ponto should receive a prison sentence of 3-4 years, while the defence suggested a conditional sentence would better allow her to repay victims.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:55 AM Provinces 'hold the key' to building more homes, new report argues       While the federal government and cities across Canada are making strides on expanding the housing supply, the provinces still need to get serious about building quality homes, a new report released Thursday argues.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:50 AM Almost 70 per cent of Canadians surveyed say child vaccines should be mandatory: poll       A new poll suggests nearly 70 per cent of Canadians support mandatory childhood vaccinations.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:32 AM Thousands are evacuated as wildfires continue burning in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta       Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says 17,000 people have been evacuated from several communities and First Nations as he placed his entire province under a state of emergency late Wednesday over crippling wildfires, mainly in the remote north.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:31 AM National chief is First Nations frustrated by 'fast-track' approach to development       The national chief of the Assembly of First Nations says she doesn't blame First Nations leaders who are voicing frustration with governments promising to fast-track development in their territories in the name of national unity.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:30 AM US federal court blocks Trump's fentanyl and 'Liberation Day' tariffs       United States President Donald Trump hit a major legal barrier for his plan to realign global trade after a federal court on Wednesday blocked both the sweeping "Liberation Day" tariffs and the fentanyl-related duties against Canada and Mexico.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:29 AM Carney grilled on US tariffs during his first question period in House of Commons       Prime Minister Mark Carney fielded questions about the trade war with the United States and his decision to delay the federal budget to the fall as he faced his first question period grilling in the House of Commons on Wednesday.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, May 29, 2025 5:09 AM Buffalo harvest brings tradition and lunch to northern Saskatchewan schools        Students in northern Saskatchewan are learning to skin, gut, and process buffalo meat for their own school lunches.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, May 29, 2025 5:09 AM Three high-profile development projects that would immediately benefit from Ford's controversial Bill 5       From northern mining operations to landfills and Toronto waterfront mega-projects, several high-profile developments are already flagged in the legislation — offering a glimpse of what's to come if Bill 5 moves forward.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, May 29, 2025 5:09 AM Who will benefit from melting glaciers?       In a remote corner of North America, salmon and mining companies are vying for new territory.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, May 29, 2025 5:09 AM Putting power back in communities: The case for distributed energy resources       If we want a power grid that works for everyone, we need to open the door wide, invite everyone in to help build it, shape it and share in its benefits.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, May 29, 2025 5:09 AM Alberta's grievances aren't actually reasonable       The defenders of Canada all seem to agree that Alberta's grievances with the federal government are worth taking seriously. But what if they aren't?

Calgary Herald Thursday, May 29, 2025 11:33 AM Multi-family starts boost Canada, U.S. new home starts       A softer remainder of the year is likely with lower permits for both multi-family and single family homes, says TD Economics.

Calgary Herald Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:57 AM High level approach to bedrooms in Bennett 2       The Bennett 2 is a front-drive single-family model by Sterling Homes in the southwest community of Pine Creek.

Calgary Herald Thursday, May 29, 2025 10:00 AM Three 'prairie flamenco dance fighters' to present new show at DJD Dance Centre       Quiet, introverted and vulnerable are not the first words that spring to mind when describing the fiery world of flamenco dance. But Calgary dancer, choreographer, filmmaker and general flamenco-booster Rosanna Terracciano has established a body of work that emphasizes these attributes, dubbing it "quiet flamenco." "For me, quiet flamenco is always going to be in […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:00 AM Chorney-Booth: Seeing stars! Canada's Michelin options expand with new guide for Quebec       Two weeks ago, I found myself sitting in the back room of a restaurant in Quebec City as chefs Daniel and Raphael Vézina popped a bottle of champagne for a jubilant toast. Just the day before, their restaurant, Laurie Raphael, founded in 1991 by Daniel and named after his two children who took over the […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, May 29, 2025 8:19 AM In the moods: Calgary's Mariya Stokes releases debut album with songs about vulnerability and empowerment       On Mariya Stokes' debut album, Mood Ring, one of the key songs almost didn't make it onto the track list. Largely recorded live off the floor in only a few takes, Chantelle is a cheerful number about the secret romance between two women that began when they were teenagers. "I won't tell, if you won't […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, May 29, 2025 7:00 AM Parker: Calgary's Cvictus sourcing coal for sustainable livestock feed       Single-cell protein technology is a nutrient-rich substitute for standard protein sources used in animal feed, and could be a 'game changer' in many ways, said the U of A's David Bressler

Calgary Herald Thursday, May 29, 2025 7:00 AM FLAMES RETOOL TRACKER: Under-25 power rankings at right wing       For the Flames, the right wing remains a work in progress, but the depth chart includes some intriguing young talents at the position

Calgary Herald Thursday, May 29, 2025 7:00 AM Bell: In Alberta, Premier Danielle Smith kicks Nenshi NDP butt       Premier Danielle Smith gets a thumbs-up and Naheed Nenshi gets a wake-up alarm from a poll showing Smith's UCP would easily beat Nenshi's NDP

Calgary Sun Thursday, May 29, 2025 7:01 AM Letters for may 29, 2025: 'Canada is in a crisis, it's a matter of what you believe,'       CRISIS? WHAT CRISIS? I wonder if Canadians really pay attention to what's going on in this country. Before the election, Mark Carney was going on about how we were in a "crisis" and he and only he could get Canada through it. Parliament only resumed this week and will only sit for a few weeks […]

Vancouver Sun Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:00 AM Ridge Meadows triathlete takes on unpredictable, disabling disease one race at a time       Michelle Taschereau determinedly wages a personal battle against MS

Vancouver Sun Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:00 AM Vancouver Island photographer works to save wildlife, one photo at a time       Cristina Mittermeier urges people to stay engaged. 'There's such a temptation to just turn the other way and not pay attention.'

Vancouver Sun Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:00 AM Vancouver's Lost Lagoon is covered in a thick layer of algae. What's being done about it?       The algae blooms on Lost Lagoon — the park's the largest body of water — can lead to low oxygen levels and fish mortality.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:00 AM Vancouver's Nardwuar steps it up with his own Nike sneaker       The celebrity interviewer says the design is still in the works, but it will have a tartan theme and be a skateboard sneaker