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Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:32 AM Arrests made in 2023 Main Street murder, Winnipeg police say       Both men knew the victim, police said. One was arrested for second-degree murder, while the other faces an aggravated assault charge.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:31 AM 'I've heard enough stories': Winnipeg mayor tackles bail reform in Ottawa       The mayor says he believes repeat violent offenders breaching court orders need to stay behind bars — but that more help is also needed on the inside.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:27 AM Halifax tent encampment resident worried about safety as police investigate shooting       A resident of a Halifax homeless encampment says he's worried about the lack of security at the designated tent site, as police investigate a shooting there.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:24 AM Kenny Loggins demands Trump remove his song from AI 'poop' video       U.S. President Donald Trump used the song in a now-infamous AI video posted to his Truth Social account in response to the 'No Kings' protests.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:15 AM Gold is 'the ultimate currency in a crisis.' Does that mean you should buy?       With gold prices continuing to break records, experts explain what's going on and whether now is the time to jump on the new 'gold rush.'

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:08 AM Anti-science bills hit statehouses, stripping away public health protections built over a century       More than 420 anti-science bills attacking longstanding public health protections – vaccines, milk safety and fluoride – have been introduced in statehouses across the U.S. this year, part of an organized, politically savvy campaign to enshrine a conspiracy theory-driven agenda into law.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:58 AM Senate Republicans head to the White House in a show of unity as the shutdown enters its fourth week       WASHINGTON (AP) — As the government shutdown enters its fourth week, Senate Republicans are headed to the White House on Tuesday — not for urgent talks on how to end it but for a display of unity with President Donald Trump as they refuse to negotiate on any Democratic demands.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:30 AM What Americans think about rising health care costs, according to a new AP-NORC poll       WASHINGTON (AP) — Most U.S. adults are worried about health care becoming more expensive, according to a new AP-NORC poll, as they make decisions about next year's health coverage and a government shutdown keeps future health costs in limbo for millions.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:27 AM How AP tracked and analyzed anti-science legislation in US statehouses       To track and analyze the spread of anti-science legislation, The Associated Press examined more than 1,000 bills that had been introduced in states across the nation. Reporters identified the bills using the bill-tracking software Plural and a database maintained by the National Conference of State Legislatures.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:21 AM Saskatchewan NDP unveils plan to tackle addictions, says more funding needed       Saskatchewan's official Opposition has unveiled a plan it says will help tackle the province's ongoing addiction crisis and experts say it may help.

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:11 AM Inflatable costumes used to deflate tensions at rallies against Trump, in photos       Protesters have taken to wearing oversized inflatable costumes to deflate tensions and draw attention at rallies against Trump administration's policies. Crowds across the U.S. and abroad rallied Saturday during "No Kings" demonstrations against what they call a slide into authoritarianism under President Donald Trump. Republicans dismissed the gatherings as "Hate America" rallies, but many had […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:08 AM Sundance Film Festival reveals details about Robert Redford tributes and legacy screenings       Robert Redford's legacy and mission was always going to be a key component of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, which will be the last of its kind in Park City, Utah. But in the wake of his death in Septemberat age 89, those ideas took on a new significance. This January, the institute that Redford […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:04 AM Oakville woman charged in GTA human trafficking investigation       A joint human trafficking investigation between Halton Regional Police and Peel Regional Police has led to the arrest of an Oakville woman accused of exploiting multiple victims across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). According to investigators, three adult female victims were trafficked in the sex trade throughout the GTA. Police allege the woman used coercion, […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:00 AM LeBlanc says U.S.-Canada trade talks progressing but more work needs to be done       Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc is pushing back on a report that suggests relief from U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs could be coming soon. LeBlanc told reporters in Ottawa today that he was surprised by a news report which said a deal with the Trump administration could be finalized in the next few days. The […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:55 AM Prime Minister Mark Carney 'super pumped' as Toronto Blue Jays return to World Series       Prime Minister Mark Carney says he's "super pumped" about the Toronto Blue Jays' dramatic comeback win over the Seattle Mariners that sent them back to the World Series. Speaking to reporters Tuesday morning in Ottawa, Carney praised George Springer's go-ahead three-run homer that capped a 4-3 win and gave Toronto its first American League pennant […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:41 AM Pro-Palestinian protesters gather at London, Ont., defence conference, block entry       Pro-Palestinian protesters are facing off with police this morning outside a convention centre in London, Ont., as they gather outside and block entry to a defence conference in the city's downtown.  A crowd of protesters gathered outside the Best Defence Conference at RBC Place, where they blocked off entrances to the building and locked some […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:21 AM Indigenous Services failing to improve critical services for First Nations, AG finds       Indigenous Services Canada is falling far behind on its efforts to address long-standing health and infrastructure problems in First Nations communities, the federal auditor general says. In a report released today, Auditor General Karen Hogan says that despite an 84 per cent increase in spending since 2019, Indigenous Services Canada continues to struggle to expand […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:10 AM CRA call centres offered too many taxpayers bad advice, auditor general says       The Canada Revenue Agency's contact centres provided only five per cent of callers with quality tax help in June, the federal auditor general said in a report released Tuesday. And just 18 per cent of incoming calls this year met the CRA service standard by being answered within 15 minutes, Auditor General Karen Hogan's report […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:08 AM AG says military behind on recruiting, members living in dilapidated quarters       Federal Auditor General Karen Hogan says many of the living spaces used by Canadian Armed Forces members across several bases are in "poor physical condition" and ripe for overcrowding. In an audit released this morning, Hogan looks at living conditions on three Canadian Forces bases: Esquimalt in British Columbia., Gagetown in New Brunswick and Trenton […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 9:36 AM Adam Silver says he expects big raises for WNBA players in new CBA, and that they 'deserve it'       NBA Commissioner Adam Silver again expressed confidence Tuesday that WNBA players and that league will strike a deal on a new collective bargaining agreement, with the current one set to expire on Oct. 31. And Silver made clear: WNBA players will be getting "big" raises. Speaking on NBC's "Today" in advance of Tuesday night's season-opening […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 9:27 AM What you need to know: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays in the 2025 World Series       The Toronto Blue Jays will meet the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series starting Friday at Rogers Centre. Here's what you need to know before Major League Baseball's championship series begins. Home field advantage: Toronto Who hosts Games 1 and 2 — as well as the climactic seventh game — of the World Series […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 9:27 AM Bangladeshi refugee applicant in ICE custody barred from returning to Canada: CBSA       OTTAWA — A Bangladeshi man in U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement custody is permanently barred from returning to Canada, a Canada Border Services Agency spokesperson said. Mahin Shahriar, a 27-year-old Bangladeshi national who had lived in Canada since 2019, said he inadvertently crossed the Canada-U.S. border in May and has been in ICE custody ever […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 9:09 AM General Motors ending BrightDrop production in Ingersoll, Ont.       INGERSOLL — General Motors is ending production of its BrightDrop electric delivery van in Ingersoll, Ont. in the latest blow to the province's automotive sector. The company says the decision is related to low demand for the model and it isn't moving production elsewhere. That's in contrast to the decision announced last week by Stellantis […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:57 AM Oakville archery instructor charged in sexual assault investigation       Halton police say a 69-year-old archery instructor has been arrested and charged in connection with a sexual assault investigation involving a youth at an Oakville training facility. The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) announced that Robert Lapier of Oakville was taken into custody on Oct. 18. He faces charges of sexual assault and sexual interference. […]

CityNews Toronto Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:04 AM Things to know about Nicolas Sarkozy, France's new prison inmate who used to be president       PARIS (AP) — Once the most powerful person in France, Nicolas Sarkozy is now behind bars. Being locked up in Paris' La Santé prison for criminal conspiracy is the latest twist in the uncommon life of the 70-year-old former president. Proudly tough on crime when he was in government, Sarkozy now has to adjust to […]

Ottawa Citizen Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:35 AM Auditor general calls on CRA to 'align' staffing levels to deal with call centre backlog       A new report found a correlation between staffing levels and the meeting of service standards.

Ottawa Citizen Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:57 AM Houseworks: Taking care of the home       Wall algae solutions  Q What can I do to stop algae and lichen from growing on a north-facing wall? There doesn't seem to be an algae-resistant siding available, but I'm leaning towards higher-end vinyl because we know how to install it ourselves.   North-facing walls and roofs often develop more of this than other orientations, and […]

Ottawa Citizen Tuesday, October 21, 2025 6:00 AM Sutherland: Canada has a better model for cutting government than Trump's shutdown theatrics       The Trump administration's version of creative destruction should be a cautionary tale to those in charge of cutting budgets in Ottawa.

Ottawa Citizen Tuesday, October 21, 2025 4:00 AM I hope we let the dream die for Lansdowne 2.0 | Letters to the Editor       Tuesday, Oct. 20: Readers rail against Lansdowne 2.0, the proposed Centretown bike lane and Revenue Ottawa's new service fee

Ottawa Citizen Tuesday, October 21, 2025 4:00 AM OCDSB committee meetings can be recorded — but not live-streamed       School board under supervision previously asked anyone taking recordings to get the 'express permission' of all present at public meetings

Ottawa Citizen Tuesday, October 21, 2025 4:00 AM Two Ottawa chefs will release new cookbooks this fall that couldn't be more different       Aiana and Perch have spent the past few years influencing Ottawa fine-dining from opposite ends of the city. Both bring those recipes to print for the first time.

Windsor Star Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:49 AM Worried environmentalists ask: Where's Windsor national urban park?       'It's not done until it's done.' After last spring's election defeat of its two local MP champions, is Windsor's national urban park still on track?

Windsor Star Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:44 AM Gotcha! Windsor/OPP human trafficking sting nabs men seeking teen sex       Project Hawk, launched in April 2024, saw 4 men arrested for allegedly seeking to have sex with a teen at a Windsor motel.

Windsor Star Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:31 AM Windsor Spitfires prospects on course to equal a club record       The Windsor Spitfires are on course for a record-tying performance.  The NHL Central Scouting Bureau released its preliminary players to watch list for the 2026 NHL Draft and the Spitfires have seven players rated to be taken in that draft. If that were to play out, it would tie the franchise record for most players […]

Windsor Star Tuesday, October 21, 2025 7:10 AM Opinion: Big Tobacco responds to recent guest column on $32.5B settlement       Re: Opinion: Provinces need to think long-term when spending tobacco settlement billions (Oct. 8) By: Eric Gagnon In their Oct. 8 guest column in the Windsor Star, Doug Roth, Andrea Seale and Sarah Butson, the heads of three Canadian health groups, call for provinces to dedicate a large portion of the $32.5-billion tobacco litigation settlement […]

Windsor Star Tuesday, October 21, 2025 7:00 AM How one SW Ontario city 'cracked the code' in solving homelessness       'We quit trying to find why we couldn't do things and started just doing them.'

The Province Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:31 AM Canucks Live: It's game day in Pittsburgh | Could Sidney Crosby ever be a Canuck? | And those Blue Jays       Canucks Live: Puck drops at 4 p.m. today in Pittsburgh. Through management, these teams have ties that bind. Check for updates here.

The Province Tuesday, October 21, 2025 9:00 AM Canucks: Three reasons why gruelling road trip success should spark optimism       Enviable goaltending tandem, impressive team speed and resolve, plus effective Calder Cup line are reasons to root

Ottawa Sun Tuesday, October 21, 2025 4:00 AM YOU SAID IT: Bail reform already doomed?       Tuesday, Oct. 21: Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:00 AM BMPP Pizzeria brings massive size to pizza in Saskatoon       "The 54-inch pizza is up to 200 slices and can serve up to 50 to 60 people from one pizza. It's a world record for the largest deliverable pizza."

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:00 AM City bus fare options to be included in Saskatoon budget deliberations       "We hope the city looks deeper than the bottom line."

Regina Leader-Post Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:09 AM Rider Rumblings Ep 183: Roughriders lose in Winnipeg       Episode 183 of the podcast recaps Saskatchewan's loss in Winnipeg and previews Saturday's regular-season finale against B.C.

Regina Leader-Post Tuesday, October 21, 2025 9:00 AM The Big Question: Who needs to play for the Roughriders in their next CFL game?       It's a touchy situation for the Riders, who may face the B.C. Lions again two weeks later.

Regina Leader-Post Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:00 AM Tariffs, wildfire response among things to watch as Sask. MLAs return for new legislative session       The political off-season was a busy one in Saskatchewan, dominated by talk of wildfires, trade wars, federal government relations and more.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:45 AM How common is severe climate change anxiety in Canada? Study provides a glimpse       Two new studies are helping to shed light on the extent Canadians feel climate change is impacting their mental health.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:35 AM Canada's scientific study of oceans could be vulnerable to foreign adversaries: report       Canadian ocean research is among the scientific fields that could be vulnerable to foreign espionage, theft or misuse because people overlook its value to adversaries, says a report commissioned by the federal government.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:35 AM Auditor general will release reports on military recruitment, cybersecurity today       Canada's auditor general is taking a deep dive into military recruitment and cybersecurity as her office releases a new round of reports today.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:34 AM Climate transition plans are still critical despite other pressing risks: report       Canadian businesses face all sorts of pressing challenges these days, but a new report argues climate transition plans are still crucial to their long-term success.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:11 AM Liberals, Greens, NDP say Poilievre should apologize over RCMP comments       Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre returned to the House of Commons on Monday afternoon to a chorus of calls from across the aisle for him to apologize over comments he made last week about the RCMP.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:08 AM Brazil's government approves oil drilling near mouth of Amazon River ahead of UN climate summit       Brazil's government approved on Monday exploratory drilling by state-run oil-giant Petrobras near the mouth of the Amazon River. The decision comes only weeks before the United Nations climate conference in Belem, COP30, where efforts to reduce the use of fossil fuels will be discussed.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 7:53 AM National chief demands federal government to deem First Nations policing essential       The national chief of the Assembly of First Nations chided the federal government on Monday for failing to deliver on its promise to introduce legislation to declare First Nations policing an essential service.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 4:55 AM Pierre Poilievre channels his inner JD Vance        Owning the libs is no way to actually govern a country, as Americans keep finding out with each passing day. That's not about to stop Pierre Poilievre from constantly trying to do it.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 4:55 AM First sockeye salmon in 80 years return to upper Columbia, nearing BC       First Nations urge federal and BC governments to commit to a long-term funding agreement by January 2026 after two fish return for the first time in over 80 years.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 4:55 AM 'No excuse not to act': Ontario cities lag on lead pipe removal       A new report from the Canadian Environmental Law Association warns the common practice of Ontario municipalities only partially replacing lead pipes is endangering residents.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 4:55 AM Alberta rail master plan could provide opening to 'hyperloop' proposal       Despite the downfall of many prominent hyperloop startups and a lack of full-scale operations worldwide, one Alberta company is still trying to advance its proposal in Alberta. It just has to wait for the province's blessing.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 4:55 AM Cultivating change: The unseen evolution of Alberta farmers       Eric Steeves has seen firsthand how combining solar energy and agriculture can keep farms productive and profitable.

Canada's National Observer Tuesday, October 21, 2025 4:55 AM New study shows disruption of ocean currents that stabilize the global climate       Clam shell growth rings contain clues about the looming potential for a tipping point into climate collapse.

Calgary Herald Tuesday, October 21, 2025 11:16 AM Calgary Zoo implements safety measures in response to confirmed avian flu case 'in close proximity'       In a post on Facebook, the zoo said that the well-being and health of animals under their care remain a top priority.

Calgary Herald Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:00 AM Parker: U of C's School of Architecture Planning and Landscape eager for completion of new downtown home       'This relocation and expansion downtown will enrich the educational journey of our students, providing a dynamic urban context for learning within the fabric of the city'

Calgary Herald Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:00 AM Breakenridge: Judge's report on AHS highlights need for more clarity       For now, the government is claiming some vindication, but there are enough troubling and unanswered questions here that this can't be the final word on the matter

Calgary Herald Tuesday, October 21, 2025 8:00 AM Opinion: Marda Loop is ready for what's next       The past couple of years have been a time of change in Marda Loop. Streets and sidewalks were reconfigured, access shifted, and businesses and visitors had to adapt. Road closures, detours and repeated disruptions made it difficult for shoppers to navigate the area, and many entrepreneurs faced years of reduced foot traffic and operational hurdles. […]

Calgary Herald Tuesday, October 21, 2025 7:15 AM Calgary municipal election: Results from races for mayor and councillor       Polling stations closed at 8 p.m. Monday, with some vote counts to be finalized no sooner than Tuesday

Calgary Herald Tuesday, October 21, 2025 7:00 AM Can't imagine retiring? You're not alone       Growing number of older employees are choosing not to retire and a lot more attention should be paid to them

Calgary Herald Tuesday, October 21, 2025 6:55 AM Early returns show more conservative Calgary city council taking shape       Jeromy Farkas narrowly defeats Ward 1 Coun. Sonya Sharp in race for mayor

Calgary Herald Tuesday, October 21, 2025 6:50 AM Welcome to Vitality Alberta: Work Well       New 12-week series provides information to enhance well-being in the workplace and unleash the potential of living and working better

Calgary Herald Tuesday, October 21, 2025 6:48 AM Jeromy Farkas wins neck-and-neck race over Sonya Sharp to be Calgary's next mayor       Jyoti Gondek concedes, marking the first time in 45 years in Calgary that an incumbent mayoral candidate has been defeated

Calgary Herald Tuesday, October 21, 2025 6:40 AM Calgary municipal election: Farkas wins tight race for mayor over Sharp | Gondek concedes | Council results to come       Live, continuing coverage of Calgary municipal election results

Calgary Sun Tuesday, October 21, 2025 7:00 AM Letters, Oct. 21, 2025: 'We're letting our teachers down'       Teachers need help To letter-writer Rob Richard asking what teachers really want, I give you this… I know of a teacher who has 37 kindergarten students that she teaches, two with severe autism, one with global developmental delay (motor skills, speech, social skills), five with severe speech delays, one with apraxia (brain disorder), 16 who […]

Vancouver Sun Tuesday, October 21, 2025 9:00 AM Vancouver's cruise ship season sees slight dip from record-breaking previous year       Canadians might be wary of U.S. travel, but the reverse doesn't appear to be true as cruise ship passenger numbers fell slightly from a record high

Vancouver Sun Tuesday, October 21, 2025 9:00 AM WATCH LIVE TONIGHT: How do we attract the brightest innovators to B.C.?       Watch and submit your questions to our panel of experts as they discuss how to attract the best innovators to turn around B.C.'s economy

Vancouver Sun Tuesday, October 21, 2025 9:00 AM The lob, layers and the return of The Rachel: These are the top hair trends of fall 2025       Experts dish on the top haircut and colour trends for fall 2025.