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Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:50 PM Quebec government adopts secularism bill forcing students to uncover faces       The law also prohibits students from wearing face coverings in a bid to strengthen secularism in schools.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:19 PM Toronto Blue Jays: Gardiner to stay open, subway service to increase for Game 6       The Toronto Blue Jays will face the Los Angeles Dodgers at the Rogers Centre for Game 6 on Friday evening, with a win sealing the World Series for the team.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:11 PM New deaths and illnesses reported in listeria outbreak tied to recalled pasta meals       Two new deaths and seven more illnesses have been reported in an expanding outbreak of listeria food poisoning tied to recalled pasta meals sold at grocery stores including Walmart and Trader Joe's in many states.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 4:14 PM Determination to walk again earns Edmonton's Eric Abrahamson a Glenrose Courage Award       Determination, and a desire to connect with other patients, has earned Eric Abrahamson a 2025 Glenrose Courage Award. He will be honoured on Nov. 4.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:51 PM Alberta-to-Ontario pipeline plan moves to feasibility study stage       At a meeting of the country's premiers in Huntsville, Ont., this summer, Ontario, Alberta and Saskatchewan signed an agreement to plan pipelines and new rail infrastructure.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:49 PM CBSA reports huge Chinese drug chemical seizure ahead of Carney-Xi meeting       The seizure occurred in May at the Tsawwassen Container Examination Facility in B.C., but was reported by CBSA on Thursday — one day before Carney and Xi are set to meet.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:48 PM King Charles starts process to strip brother Andrew of prince title       Andrew will no longer be known as Prince, and go instead by his first name. He has also been removed from his royal residence and will move to private accommodation.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:39 PM Surrey removes senator's name from park over anti-Asian racism       According to the Landscapes of Injustice at the University of Victoria, Reid was known for his long-standing anti-Asian Canadian racism.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:12 PM Oakbank RCMP seek suspects in unrelated theft incidents       The first incident took place Oct. 2 at a business at Deacon's Corner on Provincial Road 207. Police said a man grabbed items from the store's shelves and took off without paying.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:10 PM Saskatchewan introduces bill that would allow tailgating outside Roughrider games       Fans of the CFL's Saskatchewan Roughriders could soon be allowed to do some pre-game drinking and barbecuing in the parking lot outside Regina's Mosaic stadium.

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 4:40 PM TTC, Metrolinx increasing service to cope with crowds as Jays look to claim World Series in Toronto       With the Toronto Blue Jays heading home to try and close out their World Series clash against the Dodgers, the TTC and Metrolinx want to make sure they're ready to serve the hordes of ecstatic fans who will be flocking to Rogers Centre, sports bars, and viewing parties throughout the city. The Jays took a […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:35 PM Scotiabank Arena to host watch party for Blue Jays World Series Games 6 and 7       Scotiabank Arena will be opening its doors to host a watch party to cheer on the Blue Jays as they look to win their first World Series in 32 years. The arena that plays host to the Toronto Raptors and Maple Leafs will be selling tickets to watch the game on the Jumbotron on Friday […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:25 PM King Charles III strips Prince Andrew of titles and evicts him from royal residence       LONDON (AP) — King Charles III on Thursday stripped his disgraced brother Prince Andrew of his remaining titles and evicted him from his royal residence after weeks of pressure to act over his relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Buckingham Palace said. After the king's rare move, which follows years of shameful scandals, he will […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:19 PM Ontario speed cameras to soon be removed after bill passes       Speed cameras are set to be removed across Ontario in two weeks, after Premier Doug Ford's government passed legislation Thursday to ban them, though it's unclear when the premier's much-touted alternative traffic calming measures will replace them. Ford has said speed cameras don't work to slow drivers down — though evidence collected by municipalities and […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:07 PM Dress up as your favourite Blue Jay to win tickets to World Series Game 6 or 7 in Toronto       Grab a fake moustache and some glasses to mirror Davis Schneider, emulate the youthful energy of Game 5's hero Trey Yesavage or don the Home Run jacket for your chance to win tickets to an historical World Series match-up this weekend. Rogers is giving away several tickets to the World Series Game 6 on Friday […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:40 PM Critics speak out against Canada's decision to end blood safety monitoring program       A national blood contribution monitoring program, established after one of the country's worst public health disasters, is soon coming to an end. It's a decision being met with strong criticism from several health experts, patients and advocacy groups. "This is just wrong on so many levels," said Terri-Lynn Langdon, who lives with a bleeding disorder […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:24 PM Vulnerable man found in Richmond Hill       York police have located a vulnerable man who went missing from Richmond Hill on Wednesday. The police service thanked the public as he was located as a direct result of media coverage and calls from the public.

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:15 PM Clocks fall back this weekend: What Daylight Saving Time means for Canadians       Canadians will "fall back" on Sunday as Daylight Saving Time ends, giving residents an extra hour of sleep but also ushering in darker evenings across Toronto and much of the country. At 2 a.m. on Nov. 2, clocks will shift back one hour, marking the official end of Daylight Saving Time (DST) for 2025. The […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 11:41 AM Trailer loaded with $80K worth of whipped cream stolen in Guelph: police       Police in Guelph are investigating the theft of a trailer loaded with $80,000 worth of whipped cream. They say a manager of a business on Speedvale Avenue West reported the theft on Wednesday morning. Police say the white Wabash refrigerated trailer was hooked up and towed away around 4:30 a.m. It was loaded with 30 […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 11:22 AM Statistics Canada says number of job vacancies in August fell to lowest since 2017       Statistics Canada says the number of job vacancies in Canada in August edged down 2.4 per cent from July to reach their lowest figure since 2017. The agency says the 457,400 vacancies was the lowest number since August 2017, excluding the April-to-September 2020 period when data was unavailable during the pandemic. On a year-over-year basis, […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 11:07 AM Palestinian militants hand over remains of two more hostages to Red Cross in Gaza       JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel's military said Thursday that Palestinian militants handed over the remains of two more hostages, in the latest indication that the fragile ceasefire agreement is moving forward despite Israeli strikes on Gaza this week. The two sets of remains were given to the Red Cross in Gaza, then transported into Israel by […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, October 30, 2025 10:14 AM Legault stands firm on doctor payment reform, despite minister's resignation       QUÉBEC — Quebec Premier François Legault insists he will not back down on controversial changes to how the province's physicians are paid, despite a court challenge by a doctors' union and the resignation of one of his longtime ministers. On Thursday, Legault said he anticipated a strong reaction from doctors. No other government has had […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, October 30, 2025 4:28 PM Who knew? Ottawa firefighters free owl from pickup truck grill       Still attached, the bird and truck were taken to Station 33, near the intersection of McCarthy Road and Paul Anka Drive.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, October 30, 2025 4:19 PM Health officials brace for a severe flu season, urge people to get vaccinated       Hospitals are already dealing with high occupancy levels ahead of the normal start of viral season.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:13 PM Ottawa Senators may already hold solution to Lansdowne 2.0 project problems       If you build it, they will come. A heated debate regarding the future of the controversial Lansdowne 2.0 project continued into its second straight day downtown at Ottawa City Hall on Thursday, with the Ottawa Charge of the Professional Women's Hockey League wondering aloud if they'll have enough room for their fans. While the belief […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, October 30, 2025 2:31 PM U.S. fans to descend on tiny Quyon, Que. for 'trippy' music festival. Locals to stay home.       Festival Fantôme will bring hundreds of visitors to the north side of the Ottawa River, many from as far away as California and Texas. But no one in the village has bought a ticket.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, October 30, 2025 11:26 AM Local music industry insiders applaud Lansdowne 2.0 concert venue       A venue with a capacity between 5,000 and 8,000 seats "is what every market needs," local promoters say.

Windsor Star Thursday, October 30, 2025 1:39 PM Gunter: Ottawa's EV mandate just isn't possible in current time frame       If the federal government sticks with its EV mandate, which requires 60% of new cars be EVs by 2030, it will need to erect more than 230,000 additional stations in just the next four years to meet the demand.

Windsor Star Thursday, October 30, 2025 1:36 PM Windsor Lancers football program continues quest for long-overdue respect       It's a glaring display of disrespect.  The Windsor Lancers are into the OUA football semifinals for the second time in three years.  On Saturday, the Lancers will host a semifinal game for the first time in 35 years, but that hasn't brought the program much respect.  The Lancers will host the Queen's Gaels at 1 […]

Windsor Star Thursday, October 30, 2025 1:06 PM 'We're not going anywhere': Hundreds protest job losses at Cami plant       Unifor, the union representing auto workers, held the rally on Wednesday.

Windsor Star Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:59 PM Spooky and safe — Police give Halloween tips for trick-or-treaters       Safety first — and then terror. Essex County OPP have offered a list of Halloween safety tips to make sure everyone has fun and gets home safe Friday night. "Whether you're out with your children, handing out candy, or driving through residential areas, everyone has a role to play in ensuring the night is both […]

Windsor Star Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:34 PM Downtown Windsor hosting baseball World Series watch party       'We're keeping the energy going downtown as we cheer on Canada's very own Toronto Blue Jays.'

Windsor Star Thursday, October 30, 2025 10:46 AM UWindsor demands big fees for ransom documents, then won't confirm if they exist       'I don't know how they can't confirm or deny, because they've already confirmed. It's bizarre.'

The Province Thursday, October 30, 2025 2:00 PM Wine Guy: Halloween season calls for fresh-hopped beer       Thoughts naturally turn to pumpkin beer. But for me this time of year brings to mind another category of brew.

The Province Thursday, October 30, 2025 11:42 AM Canucks Live: Lankinen starts | Trade sniffing | Can the Canucks beat the slumping Blues?       Injury-plagued squad has no Quinn Hughes or Conor Garland as they hit the road again

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:25 PM Health authority plans changes to notification process for emergency service disruptions       The changes will go into effect in early November and are expected to include posting all emergency service disruptions on the SHA website.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:07 PM Pair convicted of manslaughter in stabbing death of Saskatoon man James 'Ed' Swift       A Saskatoon judge found Colton Lischka and Ashtin Ritzand caused Swift's death in 2022, but he couldn't say which one fatally stabbed him.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, October 30, 2025 4:22 PM DEED partnership decision deferred after wave of city council questions       OVG360, a U.S.-based company headquartered in Colorado, is vying to operate the downtown arena and convention centre that is part of DEED.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:35 PM 'Next man up mentality' propels Huskies into playoff semifinals       In a season that saw numerous injuries, coach Scott Flory said the team believes in whoever may step in to fill the void.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:47 PM Roughriders' injury update as team awaits West final opponent       The Roughriders are back on the practice field this week for a tune-up as they look ahead to next weekend's West final

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:01 PM Man charged with impaired driving allegedly bit and spit on Regina police       The man is charged with impaired driving, two counts of assault of a peace officer and more after an incident Wednesday night.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, October 30, 2025 2:58 PM Regina police getting $280K from crime proceeds to upgrade shooting range       The province says an equal amount will also be provided to the Victims' Fund, which is used to support victims of crime as well as community programming.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, October 30, 2025 2:15 PM Saskatchewan government officially introduces bill to allow tailgating at Rider home games       "Our shared goal, together with Rider fans, is to set the standard for how tailgating can be done safely and responsibly in Saskatchewan."

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, October 30, 2025 1:00 PM Regina Rams trying to not think about trophies, just their next CanWest opponent       University of Manitoba Bisons visit Mosaic Stadium on Saturday for a conference semifinal

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, October 30, 2025 11:32 AM Roughriders' Hardrick, Mace win West division awards       Jermarcus Hardrick named the West division's most outstanding offensive lineman while Corey Mace named the division's coach of the year.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, October 30, 2025 10:58 AM Letters: There is no faculty uprising at First Nations University       "Not only is our institution in good financial condition, but in fact it is in surplus in part due to over $40 million in grants raised since Dr. Jacqueline Ottman became president," one writer states.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, October 30, 2025 4:58 PM AFN accuses Ottawa of developing new climate strategy 'behind closed doors'        Speaking at the House of Commons environment committee Prince Edward Island regional chief Wendell LaBobe said the government's renewed focus on economic security could see it backslide on its climate commitments and its commitment to reconciliation.

Canada's National Observer Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:19 PM Canada helms G7 talks on critical mineral alliance after U.S.-China détente

Calgary Herald Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:53 PM 'We have to stand up': Students across Calgary walk out in support of their teachers       'I don't want to continue sitting in a classroom of 64 students,' one student said. 'I don't want to see my friends fail because the government cannot properly fund our education'

Calgary Herald Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:30 PM What makes horror movies so compelling? Plus our favourite scary movie recommendations       A sociologist explains what happens in our brains when we watch horror movies

Calgary Herald Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:03 PM A tale of two QBs: Stampeders' Vernon Adams Jr. vs. Lions' Nathan Rourke takes centre stage for West semifinal       'Stakes are high, because I haven't been to a Grey Cup yet,' Adams said. 'So I'm hoping I can take it one play at a time, one practice at a time, one game at a time'

Calgary Herald Thursday, October 30, 2025 4:20 PM Calgary dentist admits defrauding three more insurers of more than $500,000       Calgary dentist Dr. Alena Smadych made full restitution of just over $558,000 to Greenshield, Manulife and Manitoba Blue Cross

Calgary Herald Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:22 PM Pedestrian in life-threatening condition after collision in city's southeast       The pedestrian, a man in his 60s, has been taken to hospital in life-threatening condition following the collision

Calgary Herald Thursday, October 30, 2025 2:51 PM Senior granted bail in fatal northwest Calgary McDonalds' parking lot fight       Chiu Man Yuen, 79, is charged with manslaughter in the death of 76-year-old Kwok-Leung Lau

Calgary Herald Thursday, October 30, 2025 2:06 PM Calgary home prices expected to climb only slightly       Calgary home prices expected to climb only slightly

Calgary Herald Thursday, October 30, 2025 1:09 PM Homes industry needs to innovate to manage more growth, says CMHC       Canada's real estate industry needs more scale to solve housing challenges, CMHC chief economist says.

Calgary Herald Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:42 PM Flames' forward scratch in Ottawa? It won't be Matt Coronato       Connor Zary, who has just two points in 11 games this season, is expected to be benched against the Senators

Calgary Herald Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:10 PM Home sales slip nationally to break month-over-month growth streak       Residential real estate is balanced across the country, says RBC Economics report.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:44 PM The Home Front: A season for giving and good design       Vancouver's top designers transform Cecil Green Park House for Homes for the Holidays, marking 20 years of festive giving. Find out more.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:43 PM Wolfpack hitman pleads guilty in 2012 killing at Vancouver's Wall Centre       Dean Wiwchar pleaded guilty in B.C. Supreme Court on Thursday to two counts of conspiracy to commit murder.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, October 30, 2025 3:11 PM Langley RCMP Staff Sgt. found guilty of assault during shoplifter arrest       Fellow officer testified he was "shocked" at what he saw

Vancouver Sun Thursday, October 30, 2025 2:49 PM Burnaby woman lost $1M in 'elaborate' foreign police scam       Victim was convinced by the amount of personal info they had, and what her eyes were telling her, and wired the fraudsters a million dollars

Vancouver Sun Thursday, October 30, 2025 2:38 PM Two men arrested after more extortion-related gunfire overnight in Surrey       Shots were fired at a residence located in the area of 56th Avenue and King George Boulevard at about 2 a.m. Thursday.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, October 30, 2025 2:00 PM 5 trending coat styles to try on this winter       We've rounded up a stylish selection of coats that will up your street-style points, while also keeping you cosy.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, October 30, 2025 2:00 PM Can you be queer and Muslim? Vancouver comedian searches for answer       Panta Mosleh brings her personal documentary to the Vancouver Asian Film Festival.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:30 PM Sold (Bought): 1960s West Vancouver home's style taps Tuscan vibes       Five-bedroom house delivers spectacular vistas from its district's 'Golden Mile'

Vancouver Sun Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:05 PM Surrey renames Senator Reid Park over wartime anti-Japanese sentiments       Surrey city council voted last week to change the name of Senator Reid Park to North Ridge Park, the same name as a nearby elementary school.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, October 30, 2025 10:35 AM B.C. crime news: Man brandishing meat cleaver arrested after fight in New Westminster | CBSA seizes chemicals to make fentanyl from China | Man beaten almost to death near Fort St. John: RCMP       Here are a few crime stories from around B.C. on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025.