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Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:59 AM New rules for pets in Edmonton as city revamps bylaw       For the first time in decades, Edmonton is updating rules around pets. From dog attacks to fee increases, the city has updates pet owners need to know.

Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:53 AM Air Canada says almost all flights are back on schedule after strikes       Air Canada reports nearly all of its routes are back up and running following strike action by unionized flight attendants, which ended Tuesday.

Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:44 AM Muscowpetung First Nation welcomes out-of-province members for 1st Cheekuk Days       Muscowpetung First Nation had its first annual powwow for its Cheekuk Days. The nation also welcomed out-of-province members to come reconnect with the community.

Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:36 AM Major Russian attack on Ukraine 'as if nothing were changing': Zelenskyy       It was Russia's third-largest aerial attack this year in terms of the number of drones fired and the eighth-largest in terms of missiles, according to official Ukrainian figures.

Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:35 AM Half of Canadian post-secondary students struggling to cover costs: poll       General economic anxiety is making its way to Canada's post-secondary students as they get ready to head back to school this fall.

Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:21 AM Storm hammers southern Manitoba, Portage la Prairie sees 100 millimetres of rain       There were reports of golf ball-sized hail in the Portage area, as well as significant heavy rain, before the storm continued toward Winnipeg.

Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:17 AM The number of EI recipients is up nearly 13% in June, says StatCan       The number of new Employment Insurance recipients in Canada is rising as a rapid rate, according to Statistics Canada, which notes Quebec and Ontario saw the highest rise in June.

Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:02 AM 2.4K Ontario real estate agents out of work after agency ordered to close       About 2,400 Ontario real estate agents are out of work after a well-known real estate agency was ordered to close after a "significant shortfall" was found in their accounts.

Thursday, August 21, 2025 10:53 AM California resident tests positive for plague after camping near Lake Tahoe       Health officials say symptoms of plague usually show up within two weeks of exposure to an infected animal or flea.

Thursday, August 21, 2025 10:39 AM Parents worried after child steps on broken crack pipe at Halifax-area splash pad       Some parents say they won't be taking their kids to a splash pad in Dartmouth, N.S., due to the amount of drug paraphernalia being left lying around the park.

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:28 AM Crown opposes release in teen terror case, files notice to seek adult sentence       MONTREAL — A 17-year-old boy made a brief appearance today at Montreal's courthouse on terrorism charges. The accused faces three charges in youth court involving Islamic State. The federal Crown has opposed his release and the case will return to court Monday to set a date for a bail hearing. Prosecutor Marc Cigana has filed […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:05 AM Rising concerns over U.S. move to broaden products subject to metal tariffs       There's growing concern about a move by the United States to make hundreds more product categories subject to the country's 50 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum content. The addition of 407 categories, ranging from bulldozers to furniture, came into effect earlier this week to add pressure and costs to those hoping to sell […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 10:59 AM Court monitor says it doesn't support Hudson's Bay plan to sell leases to Ruby Liu       TORONTO — The court-appointed monitor overseeing Hudson's Bay's creditor protection case says it's against landlords being forced to accept a B.C. billionaire's plan to buying more than two dozen of the retailer's leases. In a new court filing made overnight, Alvarez & Marsal says it does not agree that landlords should be forced to accept […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 10:35 AM Weekend need-to-know: Fan Expo returns, CNE continues       Look out for cosplay and costumes this weekend in downtown Toronto as the Fan Expo is back. Keep in mind there is a late opening on the TTC Line 2 this weekend. Fan Expo Canada 2025 Fan Expo is back in Canada for 2025 with long-awaited reunions, brand-new product launches, limited edition merch and activations […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 10:22 AM Toronto police probe BB gun vandalism spree in North York       Toronto police are asking for the public's help in identifying those responsible for a series of mischief incidents that have left nearly a dozen vehicles damaged in North York. Since February, officers have responded to 11 separate calls in the area of Yonge Street and Sheppard Avenue East, where parked vehicles were reportedly struck by […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:38 AM Sony raises the price of the Playstation 5 in the US       NEW YORK (AP) — Sony has raised the price of its PlayStation 5 consoles being sold in the United States by $50. "Similar to many global businesses, we continue to navigate a challenging economic environment," Sony Global Marketing Vice President Isabelle Tomatis wrote in a blog post. "As a result, we've made the difficult decision […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:36 AM Subway service resumes on Line 1 following mechanical issue       The TTC says subway service has resumed on Line 1 between Bloor-Yonge and King stations following a mechanical issue. The transit agency first posted about the issue on X just after 9 a.m. At that time, the closure extended to Union. Shuttle buses were not running between the stations. The TTC suggested riders get on […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:21 AM Oshawa man charged in international human trafficking investigation       A 35-year-old Oshawa man is facing a slew of serious charges following a months-long investigation into an alleged human trafficking operation that spanned multiple countries. Durham Regional Police launched the probe in early June after receiving information that a young woman was being coerced into the sex trade. Investigators allege the victim was transported across […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:07 AM Israel's Netanyahu set to give final approval for Gaza City takeover despite protests       DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was expected to give final approval Thursday for plans to take over Gaza City, an operation that could start within days. The widening of the 22-month offensive against Hamas appears to be proceeding despite protests in both Israel and the Palestinian enclave. Netanyahu was […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 8:09 AM Oasis in Toronto: What fans need to know ahead of the Rogers Stadium shows       Toronto is about to be swept up in a Britpop revival as Oasis returns for two monumental shows at Rogers Stadium. For fans of the legendary Manchester band, this isn't just another concert; it's a historic stop that they won't soon forget. The shows: Dates, times and what to expect The Oasis Live 25 Tour marks the […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 7:14 AM The tests ahead that will determine Pierre Poilievre's future       Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is heading back to Parliament Hill after his byelection win in Alberta this week. The federal Conservative Leader won the riding of Battle River-Crowfoot with 80.4 per cent of the vote — a decisive victory that affirmed his support among rank-and-file party members and sets the stage for a showdown in […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 7:12 AM Suspicious tow truck fire at Scarborough private school damages multiple vehicles       Toronto police are investigating a suspicious fire that broke out early Thursday morning at a private school in Scarborough, damaging three vehicles, including a tow truck and a dump truck. Emergency crews were called to the scene just before 1 a.m. at 1500 Birchmount Road, south of Ellesmere Road, where flames engulfed the vehicles parked […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 7:00 AM Federal union launches campaign denouncing cuts at CRA call centres       The federal union representing workers at the Canada Revenue Agency has launched an online campaign denouncing staffing cuts. Marc Brière, national president of the Union of Taxation Employees, said the loss of about 3,300 call centre employees in the last year has resulted in delays, long wait times and dropped calls. He claimed a large […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 6:55 AM 'We'll obviously miss him': Maple Leafs' Matthews addresses Marner's departure       It's safe to say there are no hard feelings between Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner post-split. The Toronto Maple Leafs captain spoke ahead of Hockey Night in Brampton on Wednesday, making his first public address since Marner joined the Vegas Golden Knights. "We'll obviously miss him," Matthews said of his long-time linemate. "He's a great friend, great teammate." Matthews […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, August 21, 2025 6:05 AM Toronto's pigeon birth control program fails to take flight, flock numbers rebound       A pilot program launched in 2022 to humanely control Toronto's pigeon population through birth control-laced food is proving to be less effective than anticipated, with recent data showing flock sizes have returned to their previous levels. Despite initial signs of success, the city's top veterinarian has indicated that the program is not achieving its desired […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, August 21, 2025 10:30 AM Missing Montreal man, 95, believed seen in Gatineau       Montreal police are asking for help locating Reza Falsafi.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, August 21, 2025 10:22 AM Motorcyclist suffers life-threatening injuries in Lanark crash       Paramedics transported the 53-year-old Beckwith Township man to a local hospital.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:27 AM New homes: Building a community where everything feels connected       Marshall's Bay in Arnprior is getting a new builder. Ottawa-based eQ Homes has taken over the remaining lots from Neilcorp Homes in the partially finished development and will begin selling townhomes, bungalows and two-storey singles as of Aug. 16.  "It's got an established neighbourhood feel because the community is half built out," notes eQ's director […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, August 21, 2025 4:00 AM Today's letters: Pierre Poilievre, while re-elected, is damaged goods       Thursday, Aug. 21: Tory voters would do well to recall their re-elected leader's flop during the April federal election, a reader writes. Have you say by writing: letters@ottawacitizen.com

Windsor Star Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:53 AM Demise of Transit Windsor school rides and tunnel bus gives rise to '20,000 new hours' on other routes       Transit Windsor is adding "20,000 new service hours" to existing routes after killing the Windsor-Detroit Tunnel Bus and the school bus extras program. Jelena Payne, the city's deputy CAO, called the route changes "a strategic investment in Windsor's future." "By adding 20,000 new service hours, expanding routes, and improving frequency, we're directly supporting the pillars […]

Windsor Star Thursday, August 21, 2025 10:51 AM Meat heist? Windsor police investigate $222K beef theft       Windsor police are investigating the daytime theft of a semi-truck trailer filled with valuable meat. A trailer containing 530 boxes of boneless beef chuck roast valued at $160,000 USD — now roughly $222,000 CAD —  was stolen from a parking lot in the 2400 block of Cabana Road East at around 6:30 p.m. on Aug. […]

Windsor Star Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:20 AM Windsor to nab red-light runners with cameras at four more intersections       Cameras that catch and fine red-light runners have been activated at four more Windsor intersections. This week, the city switched on red light cameras at the intersections of Lauzon Parkway and Forest Glade Drive; Northwood Street and Dominion Boulevard; Central Avenue and Temple Drive; and Tecumseh Road East and Jefferson Boulevard. Six more devices, which […]

Windsor Star Thursday, August 21, 2025 8:34 AM Former Woodstock mayor facing sentencing for sex assaults given time to find lawyer       Trevor Birtch was granted an adjournment of his sentencing hearing for convictions stemming from his second sexual assault trial

Windsor Star Thursday, August 21, 2025 8:32 AM OPP warn Essex County residents of recent rash of counterfeit cash       A flurry of counterfeit bills have been detected throughout Essex County, prompting the Ontario Provincial Police to issue a warning to both business and individuals. "We have had reported incidents of counterfeit money in Essex and Leamington and Lakeshore over the last couple of weeks," said OPP Const. Steven Duguay. "We have seen $20 and […]

Windsor Star Thursday, August 21, 2025 7:00 AM Opinion: Four ambitious steps to move Canada from humility to global leadership       By: Apoorv Sinha Canada has been known mostly for its humility, but this has masked bouts of bold ambition that mark our history, built on transformative projects and resource-driven trade. From the fur trade to timber, and later energy, Canada's history is rooted in seizing opportunities and acting decisively. Yet today, the country risks losing […]

Ottawa Sun Thursday, August 21, 2025 5:00 AM YOU SAID IT: Cycling safety a two-way street       Thursday, Aug. 21: Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, August 21, 2025 8:00 AM Kyle Schneider fought forest fires; now he's the newest, and youngest, SJHL head coach       "It was long hours and long days, stressful at times."

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, August 21, 2025 8:00 AM Métis Society opens centre in Saskatoon in 1975       On this day in 1975, memberships were being offered for Saskatoon's newly-opened Métis centre, a branch of the Métis Society of Saskatchewan.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, August 21, 2025 10:28 AM Regina surgeon faces multiple charges of unprofessional conduct: CPSS       Dr. Satyam Patel denies all allegations of unprofessional behaviour.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:00 AM Regina Thunder unleashes new offensive weapon — running back Peter Boersch       "I buy doughnuts for (the offensive linemen) after a good week. So we've had a couple rounds of treats."

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, August 21, 2025 8:00 AM Shake the Lake makes waves atop this weekend's five things to do in Regina (Aug. 22-24)       Along with the annual classic rock festival, you can check out Cirque Italia, I Love Regina Day, RIFFA, outdoor movie nights and more.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:26 AM Federal union launches a campaign denouncing cuts at CRA call centres       The federal union representing workers at the Canada Revenue Agency has launched an online campaign denouncing staffing cuts.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:25 AM Anand set to meet with Rubio in Washington amid bilateral tensions       Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand is set to have her first official meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington today amid ongoing tensions in the bilateral relationship.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:24 AM Saskatchewan Premier Moe, federal minister will meet on China canola tariff       Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is set to meet today with federal Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald, along with industry groups, to discuss the steep Chinese tariff on Canadian canola seed.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:23 AM BC recreational anglers score a rare chance for sockeye, amid bumper salmon run       British Columbia fishing guide Dean Werk says he was getting calls last week from keen anglers wondering if this would be their year.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:22 AM Hurricane Erin pacts strong winds and floods part of a NC highway as it slowly moves out to sea       Hurricane Erin battered North Carolina's Outer Banks with strong winds and waves that flooded part of the main highway and surged under beachfront homes as the monster storm slowly began to move away from the East Coast on Thursday.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:19 AM BC court gives parliament 10-month deadline for the Indian Act comply with Charter       The BC Supreme Court has given the Canadian government until April 2026 to change the Indian Act to bring it into compliance with the Charter of Rights and Freedoms after a successful legal challenge by descendants of people who renounced their status under the law.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 4:55 AM AI wildfire images expose 'spam on a colossal new level'       As Canada battles its second-worst wildfire year on record, BC's wildfire service highlighted as examples of AI-generated misinformation, a phenomenon that's accelerated as AI image generators become more widely used.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 4:55 AM Nova Scotia officials battling out-of-control wildfire — and monitoring hurricane       While the Long Lake wildfire continues to burn out of control, the province is now forced to keep its eye on Hurricane Erin as it tracks northward between the Carolinas and Bermuda.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 4:55 AM Meta banned the Epoch Times from advertising. Then it accepted $300k in new ads targeting Canadians       In the past 12 months, The Epoch Times has spent over $300,000 on Facebook and Instagram ads promoting political surveys to collect the emails of Canadians using a series of anonymous pages.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 4:55 AM Federal retrofit loan program is set to dry up by year's end unless Carney steps in       The multi-billion dollar Canada Greener Homes Loan program that gives zero interest loans to Canadians to retrofit their homes was so popular it got a $600 million top up last year. But within months, that refill will be exhausted, an access to information request reveals — unless the prime minister injects new cash.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 4:55 AM Powering forward: why we're betting on Canada's EV future       We are moving full steam ahead with our $7-billion EV battery cell gigafactory in St. Thomas, Ontario, alongside a major recruitment drive to create thousands of skilled Canadian jobs.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, August 21, 2025 4:55 AM Heat pumps in factories could save trillions and 77,000 lives, report finds       A new report finds that replacing conventional boilers with heat pumps could also avoid 33 million asthma attacks by 2050, thanks to improved air quality.

Calgary Herald Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:23 AM Alberta shows advantage in building homes to restore affordability       New CMHC study forecasts nation needs to almost double construction pace with Edmonton, Calgary among key cities for growth.

Calgary Herald Thursday, August 21, 2025 11:11 AM Chorney-Booth: Eh Farms' red Mangalitsa pork wins the hearts of local chefs       Just outside of a tidy barn on her Eh Farms east of the city near Strathmore, Christina Stender is standing in front of a relatively small adult pig — named Tina Tina, due to her diminutive stature — with a bag of treats, politely asking the animal to sit. It's well known that, as far […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:33 AM Power transmission towers snapped as storm rips through Brooks region       Many Fortis Alberta customers were left without power

Calgary Herald Thursday, August 21, 2025 8:00 AM Get ready Alberta — snap election tempting for Premier Smith       If next month Smith announces an election Albertans will flock to her side.

Calgary Herald Thursday, August 21, 2025 8:00 AM Parker: Guy Mallabone has grown into recognized global fundraising leader       He is recognized internationally at the forefront in providing exceptional advice and service to clients in the nonprofit sector.

Calgary Herald Thursday, August 21, 2025 8:00 AM Too little, too late for this city council: time to transform the public engagement process       Calgarians are fed up. Everywhere I go, people tell me they don't feel safe — especially downtown and on public transit, where even our bus drivers have been assaulted. Taxes keep climbing while services decline. Unwanted developments are pushed into communities despite opposition, thanks to blanket rezoning. Small businesses are shuttering, with some resorting to […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, August 21, 2025 7:00 AM Varcoe: Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta canola farmers will need federal help, as Ottawa assists other sectors facing tariffs       "With canola in particular, we also know that it's retaliation for the 100 per cent EV tax. And it seems to me that the federal government needs to work on that," said Danielle Smith

Calgary Sun Thursday, August 21, 2025 7:01 AM Letters August 21, 2025: 'Are Carney's past business dealing haunting him?'       CARNEY CONFLICTED? Re: LILLEY: Carney silent as China blasts Canada's canola industry, online, Aug. 14 Let's put things in proper perspective. Mark Carney is ready to fight to keep supply management in any trade deal with the United States because it protects the dairy industry, especially in Quebec, but he remains silent with this China […]

Vancouver Sun Thursday, August 21, 2025 10:28 AM B.C. recreational anglers get rare chance for sockeye, amid bumper salmon run       Anglers can keep two sockeye per day from a non-tidal stretch of the river from the Mission bridge upstream to Hope.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:00 AM Should Surrey and White Rock merge? These petitioners say yes       Frustrated property owner says dealing with White Rock city hall has mean years of construction delays

Vancouver Sun Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:00 AM Deftones bring the Private Music tour to Vancouver this week: What to know before you go       The Deftones plays Rogers Arena in Vancouver this week. Here are some things to know before the show

Vancouver Sun Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:00 AM Renowned B.C. artist Roy Henry Vickers is more interested in the future than the past       Indigenous artist Roy Henry Vickers says the gifting of a painting of his to Queen Elizabeth in 1987 was a game changer for his career

Vancouver Sun Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:00 AM This job is a lifeline for many. Cuts in Abbotsford and Mission mean it's ending       Sixty-two people with disabilities and other barriers to employment expect their positions at a recycling depot to be terminated at the end of the year

Vancouver Sun Thursday, August 21, 2025 9:00 AM Surrey gangster accused of drug smuggling around the globe agrees to U.S. trial delay       Surrey gangster Opinder Singh Sian, who is linked to the Brothers Keepers gang, was arrested in Nevada and is charged with conspiracy to export methamphetamine