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Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:58 PM Saskatoon real estate developer and philanthropist Joseph A. Remai has died       Joseph A. Remai, real estate developer and one of Saskatoon's biggest philanthropists, has died, his family says.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:34 PM On eve of summit with chiefs, Ford says First Nations 'keep coming hat in hand'       On Thursday, Ford plans to host leaders of the Anishinabek Nation, which represents 39 municipalities in Ontario, to discuss his controversial recent mining law.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:13 PM 7 charged with stealing $100M in gold, diamonds, Rolex watches in heist       It is believed to be the largest jewellery heist in American history.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:10 PM Lawyer for Quebec truck attack accused says pedestrian deaths were an accident       The lawyer for a Quebec man charged with killing three pedestrians with his truck has told a jury the deaths were an accident, not a crime.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:06 PM As Canada's only 'sugar tax' ends, a study suggests it may have been effective       A new study suggests Newfoundland and Labrador's tax on sugar-sweetened drinks may have dissuaded people from buying and drinking the beverages.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:56 PM After Oilers lose to Panthers again, where do Canada's teams stand amid Stanley Cup drought?       The Stanley Cup drought for Canadian teams reached 32 years after the Edmonton Oilers lost to the Florida Panthers in a second consecutive final on Tuesday.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:48 PM Nova Scotia woman who killed daughter granted day passes from prison, but not parole       Boudreau was sentenced to 20 years in prison for the Jan. 27, 2008, death of Karissa Boudreau, after pleading guilty to second-degree murder for strangling her only child.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:47 PM District of North Vancouver eyes crackdown on street-parked RVs and large vehicles       Councillors voted last week to explore a variety of options to target the vehicles, ranging from increased education to more parking restrictions and tougher compliance measures.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:30 PM Rural Alberta man says he was shot at, run over by thieves targeting neighbour's property       Mike Stuber said suspicious activity was seen at his neighbour's property near Barrhead and so he went to check it out as she feared a theft was taking place while she was away.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:01 PM What are the stakes in Strait of Hormuz if Iran-Israel conflict worsens?       Tensions are flaring up in the Middle-East and there are already knock-on effects impacting economies globally, including with higher prices for gasoline at the pumps.

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:50 PM US starts evacuating some diplomats from its embassy in Israel as Iran conflict intensifies       WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department has begun evacuating nonessential diplomats and their families from the U.S. embassy in Israel as hostilities between Israel and Iran intensify and President Donald Trump warns of the possibility of getting directly involved in the conflict. A government plane evacuated a number of diplomats and family members who had […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:45 PM As Canada's only 'sugar tax' ends, a study suggests it may have been effective       ST. JOHN'S — A new study suggests a unique provincial tax on sugar-sweetened drinks may have dissuaded people from buying and drinking the beverages. The study, sponsored by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, examines beverage sales and public attitudes before and after Newfoundland and Labrador's so-called "sugar tax" took effect in September 2022. […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:28 PM US resumes visas for foreign students but demands access to social media accounts       WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. State Department said Wednesday it is restarting the suspended process for foreigners applying for student visas but all applicants will now be required to unlock their social media accounts for government review. The department said consular officers will be on the lookout for posts and messages that could be deemed […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:13 PM Pay inequality persists for women, minorities in federal public service: report       OTTAWA — While the federal government has made gains on diversity and equity in the public service, inequities persist when it comes to pay, a new Treasury Board report says. Compared with the entire core public service, employees who fall into "equity groups" — women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities and people with disabilities — are […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:11 PM Doug Ford says he treats First Nations 'like gold' but they 'keep coming hat in hand'       TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he is willing to give First Nations what they want for their support in developing mines, but they cannot "keep coming hat in hand all the time to the government" for more money. Ford is set to meet Thursday with several dozen chiefs who are part of Anishinabek […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 3:35 PM 3 suspects wanted, 1 charged in high-speed chase that led to 1 suspect's fall from the Gardiner       A man has been charged and three suspects are wanted in connection to a high-speed chase that led to one suspect's fall from the Gardiner Expressway Monday night. Toronto police say just after 11 p.m., in the Don Mills Road and Lawrence Avenue area, four male suspects allegedly traveling in a stolen BMW X5 stopped […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 3:35 PM Average family to save $280 per year from Liberal tax cut: PBO       OTTAWA — The parliamentary budget officer estimates the average Canadian family will save $280 on their taxes next year thanks to the Liberal government's planned income tax cut. A one-percentage-point cut to the bottom income tax bracket was a pillar of the Liberal campaign during the spring federal election. Prime Minister Mark Carney's plan pitched […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 2:54 PM The world's only twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV could stop transmission — if people can get it       WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. has approved the world's only twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV, maker Gilead Sciences announced Wednesday. It's the first step in an anticipated global rollout that could protect millions – although it's unclear how many in the U.S. and abroad will get access to the powerful new option. While a vaccine […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 2:49 PM Man busted at Peace Bridge with 78 pounds of weed in rental truck said GPS accidentally led him to Canada       A man who was arrested at the Peace Bridge in Buffalo, New York, with $230,000 worth of marijuana in a rental truck told authorities he inadvertently ended up at the border crossing after following erroneous GPS directions on his phone. In a release, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) said officers discovered three boxes filled […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 2:48 PM Karen Read found not guilty of second-degree murder, guilty of drunken driving in boyfriend's death       DEDHAM, Mass. (AP) — A jury found Karen Read not guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter charges Wednesday in the 2022 death of her Boston police officer boyfriend, a case that attracted legions of true crime followers who erupted in cheers when word of the acquittal spread outside court. The same jury also found her […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:31 PM What to know about the COVID variant that may cause 'razor blade' sore throats       The COVID-19 variant that may be driving a recent rise in cases in some parts of the world has earned a new nickname: "razor blade throat" COVID. That's because the variant — NB.1.8.1. or "Nimbus" — may cause painful sore throats. The symptom has been identified by doctors in the United Kingdom, India and elsewhere, […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:25 PM CSIS says India still poses a foreign interference threat as Canada renews diplomacy       OTTAWA — Indian officials and their proxy agents in Canada engage in a range of activities that seek to influence Canadian communities and politicians, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service said Wednesday in its annual report. When such activities are deceptive, clandestine or threatening, they are deemed to be foreign interference, the report says. "These activities […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:02 PM Two GTA teens charged in violent carjacking, home invasion probe       York Regional Police have charged two young men following a multi-jurisdictional investigation into a string of armed home invasions and carjackings across the GTA. The probe, dubbed Project Gamer, was launched in April 2025 after a failed attempt to carjack a Ferrari in Richmond Hill. Investigators say multiple suspects, including at least one armed with […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 12:17 PM Toronto cop avoids prison time on assault conviction for incident involving Brampton teen who later died       A Toronto Police Service (TPS) officer who was found guilty of assault following a 2021 incident involving a Brampton teenager who later died won't spend time in prison. Const. Calvin Au, who was off-duty at the time of the incident, was handed a sentence of 12 months probation by Justice Jennifer Woollcombe on Wednesday. Au […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, June 18, 2025 11:56 AM Few Canadians support Canada Post privatization, but open to sweeping changes: survey       A new survey finds less support among Canadians for the privatization of Canada Post, but many are open to large-scale changes amid labour strife between the Crown corporation and its union. Survey results from the Angus Reid Institute, released Wednesday, found 59 per cent said they were opposed to the government selling off Canada Post. […]

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:08 PM Committee OK's airport-area housing project despite noise concerns       The proposed development would be about 950 metres from the Ottawa International Airport's longest runway.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:45 PM Sexual assault suspect sought by Ottawa police       Police believe that the same person is connected to three sexual assaults this month and also that there may be more victims.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:08 PM Ottawa police seeking to ID suspect from LRT station altercation       The incident occurred at Rideau Station on April 16, police said Wednesday.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, June 18, 2025 2:26 PM Who will be the Ottawa Redblacks QB this week and why it might be the least of their concerns       Just when it looked like Dru Brown would be returning as the Ottawa Redblacks quarterback this week, all bets are suddenly off. Brown, a limited participant when the team returned to work in preparation for Saturday's game in Calgary against the undefeated Stampeders, stepped back at Wednesday's practice while Dustin Crum was given first-team reps. […]

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, June 18, 2025 2:20 PM Talks continue between Senators and Claude Giroux as Ottawa's off-season heats up       Although there is speculation that the two sides are at a stalemate, they have held discussions every couple of days to see if they can bridge the gap between them.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, June 18, 2025 12:28 PM Police seek assistance finding missing 15-year-old girl       Elissa Friendship was last seen on June 11 at her home in the city's west end.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, June 18, 2025 12:15 PM OCDSB trustees approve budget with $18.1 million in cuts       The cuts include reducing more than 50 full-time equivalent positions from Ottawa's largest school board.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, June 18, 2025 11:53 AM Will Michael Sabia really 'kick ass' in the public service?       Both the prime minister and the new clerk of the Privy Council are used to being the smartest guy in the room, notes Karl Salgo. Can their dynamic produce real change?

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, June 18, 2025 11:16 AM Tweed-area resident rescues three after canoe capsizes       A quick response by a Tweed resident with a pontoon boat resulted in a happy ending.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, June 18, 2025 11:00 AM What makes this Ottawa doughnut better than a cronut is Canadian butter       Barrhaven bakery Holey Confections is scaling up its 140-layer Ottawa doughnut and planning to expand beyond three suburban locations.

Windsor Star Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:12 PM As heat wave hits area, Windsor fences off Sand Point Beach       With the early arrival this week of hot, humid summer weather, Windsor's only beach was being completely fenced off. City workers on Tuesday extended an eight-foot-high fence across Sand Point Beach, eliminating water access following a city council decision to close the beach in the wake of the latest drowning at that location. The chain-link […]

Windsor Star Wednesday, June 18, 2025 3:54 PM Stellantis ramps up gas-powered vehicle production at Windsor Assembly       Ramping up production of the gas-powered, two-door Dodge Charger Daytona this month is a sign of an increased focus by Stellantis on internal-combustion options produced at the Windsor Assembly Plant. Production of the gas-powered four-door Charger is expected to accelerate this fall. "Production started in June and we'll see quadruple digits of the (gas-powered) two-door […]

Windsor Star Wednesday, June 18, 2025 12:54 PM Review of southwestern Ontario hospital cyberattack shows investigators still don't know how accounts were hacked       A probe by Ontario's privacy watchdog has revealed that hackers used the compromised accounts of three administrators to launch a devastating cyberattack against five hospitals and post millions of patient files on the dark web. Hackers used the three accounts to infiltrate systems at TransForm Shared Service Organization (TSSO), a shared service provider, then spread […]

The Province Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:14 PM Canucks: Brock Boeser reunion with J.T. Miller on Broadway a matter of dollars and sense       Unrestricted free agent Brock Boeser could get good salary and term from the Rangers. Mitch Marner is too expensive and Nikolaj Ehlers injury prone.

The Province Wednesday, June 18, 2025 2:01 PM Playoff baseball at Nat Bailey? Vancouver Canadians can clinch that tonight       The Toronto Blue Jays' farm hands need a win tonight in Eugene and an Everett loss to Spokane to clinch the first-half pennant and the postseason spot that goes with it

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:57 PM Saskatoon woman solicited for sex during Uber ride speaks at driver's sentencing       Ryan Santos, 36, received 20 months, time served, for trying to solicit sex acts from a 14 and 19 year-old during separate rides in 2023.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:49 PM Credit union merger gets go-ahead from members       "We feel that together we can withstand those cost increases a lot better than we can individually."

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:27 PM Roughriders deploying elite running back tandem       A.J. Ouellette, a two-time divisional all-star, and Ka'Deem Carey, a three-time divisional all-star, make up quite the backfield.

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:01 PM WR Emilus ruled out as Roughriders get set to visit Argonauts       After injuring his foot in Saskatchewan's Week 2 matchup in Hamilton, the Canadian receiver won't play Friday night in Toronto.

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:03 PM 'I think of this as my family': Regina encampment residents move as city dismantles their community       Advocates say support is lacking in the latest encampment removal by police through bylaw enforcement.

Calgary Herald Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:39 PM Experts call on Alberta to make shingles vaccine more easily accessible for seniors       It is estimated around 60 per cent of Alberta's seniors has not been inoculated, as risk of contracting virus rises with age

Calgary Herald Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:37 PM Braid: Monday's byelection bonanza could boost separatists, challenge Nenshi       The byelections will show the strength of separatist feeling, and test NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi's support both with the voters and his own party

Calgary Herald Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:11 PM Calgary drops to 18th among most liveable cities in the world       In 2024, Calgary ranked fifth as one of the most liveable cities in the world

Calgary Herald Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:07 PM Calgary under severe thunderstorm watch, heavy rainfall expected throughout weekend       Temperatures in Calgary are about to drop

Calgary Herald Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:36 PM Attainable Homes Calgary bringing 230 below-market townhomes to Albert Park       The townhomes will range in price from $170,000 for a one-bedroom and $330,000 for a five-bedroom home

Calgary Herald Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:20 PM With southwest Alberta already dry, forecasted weekend rain would be welcomed       'This is the driest it's ever been at this time of year'

Calgary Herald Wednesday, June 18, 2025 3:52 PM Stampeders new defence solid to start CFL season with Redblacks coming to Calgary       So far, defensive coordinator Bob Slowik and the Red and White defence have solidly succeeded

Calgary Herald Wednesday, June 18, 2025 3:47 PM 'Sequestered:' Shop owners describe doing business in G7 security sanctum       "We've kind of shut down, we were just here for essentials only," said Kevin Okabe, who operates the Moose Family Kitchen.

Calgary Herald Wednesday, June 18, 2025 2:30 PM Alberta is 39 cases away from hitting the four-digit number for measles outbreak       As of Wednesday Alberta has reported 961 cases of the measles, 39 cases away from hitting 1,000.

Calgary Herald Wednesday, June 18, 2025 12:46 PM With Stanley Cup over, Calgary Flames' two first-round draft picks locked in       The Florida Panthers winning the Stanley Cup on Tuesday night has provided a little clarity for the Calgary Flames. It doesn't exactly represent a seismic shift in the Flames' fortunes, but at least they now know their second pick of the first round at the 2025 NHL Draft will come at No. 32. The draft […]

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:50 PM Disabled senior wins right to human rights hearing after B.C. Housing slashes rental subsidy       When Constance Howard's son moved in to be her full-time caregiver, B.C. Housing took exception and axed a significant portion of her monthly rental subsidy

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:23 PM Remains found in Salmon Arm identified as woman who went missing in 2017       The remains were discovered on a rural property in Salmon Arm on May 5, and the B.C. Coroners Service has since linked them to Nicole Bell

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:08 PM Former elementary school principal in B.C. disciplined for spanking a student       Pehgee Agnes Boholst Aranas spanked a Grade 1 student and falsely claimed that the child's parents had agreed to the punishment.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, June 18, 2025 3:57 PM DownLow Chicken coming to Kitsilano this summer on new expanded patio       The patio at Kitsilano Pool was launched last summer as part of a pilot project that saw the city turn the underused pool deck into a waterfront gathering space where patrons could enjoy elevated concession offerings and alcoholic beverages.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, June 18, 2025 2:29 PM Woss man sent by taxi to Victoria hospital — a $2,148 round-trip fare       Nigel Poulton was grateful when Island Health provided a drive to and from his medical appointment in Victoria, but floored by the cost to the health authority.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, June 18, 2025 2:00 PM Makeover: A fresh look for a 50th high school reunion       A little special treatment to celebrate herself

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, June 18, 2025 2:00 PM Beauty Buzz: The 3 best beauty products we tried this week from Glow Recipe, Charlotte Tilbury, and Clé de Peau Beauté       Read this before you buy the Glow Recipe Glass Balm, Charlotte Tilbury Lip Contour Duo, and Clé de Peau Beauté Precious Gold Vitality Serum.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, June 18, 2025 2:00 PM 5 sizzling summer skin care must-haves       These summer skin care essentials will keep you looking fresh, nourished, and luminous all season long

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, June 18, 2025 10:48 AM The Home Front: Vancouver brand Sundays' retail footprint continues to expand       New flagship is a 4,000-square-foot showroom in New York's Flatiron district

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, June 18, 2025 10:38 AM Pedestrian dead after early morning crash in Pitt Meadows       All westbound lanes were shut down at Harris Road for several hours Wednesday morning. Traffic delays are expected.