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Friday, March 27, 2026 9:29 PM Saskatoon teacher awarded Carnegie Medal for heroism at Evan Hardy Collegiate       Evan Hardy Collegiate teacher, Sean Hayes, has been awarded the Carnegie Medal after risking his own life to save a student from being attacked.

Friday, March 27, 2026 9:19 PM Manitoba finance minister says he'll talk with critics of a planned food tax cut       The Manitoba government indicated Friday it will meet with critics who say a planned grocery tax cut is unfair and excludes many businesses, but it did not promise any changes.

Friday, March 27, 2026 9:00 PM Future uncertain for Surrey potato farm as land is owned by federal government       Every year, the Heppell family grows roughly 50 million servings of potatoes and other crops on a 220-acre parcel near 192nd Street and 36th Avenue.

Friday, March 27, 2026 8:34 PM Explosions from building rooftop fire shut down streets in downtown Toronto       Toronto police say a fire at a downtown construction site sparked reports of explosions and falling debris Friday evening, forcing road closures in the area.

Friday, March 27, 2026 8:31 PM Edmonton community leaders hope new derelict commercial tax leads to revitalization       Edmonton community leaders in Alberta Avenue and other inner-city neighbourhoods are breathing a sigh of relief after council decided to get tough on derelict business properties.

Friday, March 27, 2026 8:20 PM Application to evict Penticton homeless camp postponed, but frustrations remain       The province's application for a court injunction to evict the roughly two dozen residents and dismantle the camp, along a busy stretch of Highway 97, has been postponed.

Friday, March 27, 2026 7:40 PM Realtors say Calgary's real estate market is now attracting a new kind of buyer       Calgary realtors say the recent softening of the city's real estate market is enticing a lot more potential first-time buyers to enter the market.

Friday, March 27, 2026 7:29 PM Future remains uncertain for Montreal tenants two months after evacuation       Two months after their building was evacuated, a group of Montreal tenants still have no idea if and when they will be able to return home.

Friday, March 27, 2026 7:16 PM Calgary proposes ban on midblock rowhouses as part of citywide rezoning repeal       Calgary city council will debate a number of proposed changes to the R-CG district including reduced height and clawing back the maximum number of units.

Friday, March 27, 2026 7:16 PM DRIPA legislation will be front and centre when B.C. MLAs return to the legislature       'We want to see a clear path forward,' Scott McInnis, Conservative MLA for Columbia River-Revelstoke and the critic for Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, told Global News.

CityNews Toronto Friday, March 27, 2026 9:58 PM 3 people seriously injured, 1 critically, in Markham crash       Three people have been seriously injured, one critically, following a two-vehicle crash in Markham. Police in York Region say the crash occurred at Major Mackenzie Drive and McCowan Road just before 5 p.m. Friday. A young woman and a male driver in one vehicle were taken to a trauma centre with serious injuries. Their condition […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, March 27, 2026 8:07 PM TCDSB announces program changes for next fall to deal with board's deficit       A language program that's been part of the school day for years at St. Charles Catholic School is now being moved out of the classroom and into weekends, leaving some families worried about access and what this means for their kids. A letter sent to parents confirms that starting in September 2026, the International Languages Elementary Italian […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, March 27, 2026 7:24 PM Henry Lee, famed forensic scientist who testified in the OJ Simpson trial, dies at 87       Henry Lee, the famed forensic scientist who helped bring modern crime scene investigation into the public spotlight through his involvement in high-profile cases like the O.J. Simpson murder trial, has died. He was 87. Lee "passed away peacefully" Friday at his home in Henderson, Nevada, following a brief illness, according to a statement from his […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, March 27, 2026 6:37 PM Fire crews respond to explosion atop building in downtown Toronto       Toronto fire crews responded to a two-alarm blaze, as several propane cylinders ruptured atop a building in the downtown core on Friday night. Toronto police say they were called about reports of a fire on the roof of a building under construction at 296 Richmond Street West near John Street around 6 p.m. Video sent […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, March 27, 2026 5:58 PM Canada launches inquiry on frozen and canned vegetable imports       OTTAWA — The federal government has launched a trade inquiry on global imports of frozen and canned vegetables. A statement from the Department of Finance says the government sought the inquiry in response to a request from the Canadian Association of Vegetable Growers and Processors. Domestic producers say Canada has been seeing a surge of […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, March 27, 2026 4:16 PM Outlook for Ontario housing starts weakens further away from 1.5 million goal       Ontario's housing start projections have been revised downward once again in the province's budget, putting the government even farther off track from building 1.5 million homes over 10 years — a target to which the ministers in charge say they pay no mind. The province is projecting just 64,800 housing starts this year — 10,000 […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, March 27, 2026 3:57 PM Ontario man sentenced to 20 years after pleading guilty to terrorism charges       An Ontario man who pleaded guilty to three terrorism charges was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison.  Matthew Althorpe admitted to creating and publishing white supremacist propaganda as an active member of the terror group Atomwaffen Division, and an agreed statement of facts in the case said manifestos he published on Telegram inspired multiple […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, March 27, 2026 3:47 PM Tiger Woods arrested on suspicion of DUI after rollover crash in Florida: Sheriff       Golf legend Tiger Woods has been arrested on suspicion of DUI after he showed "signs of impairment" following a rollover crash in Jupiter, Florida, Martin County Sheriff, John Budensiek, told reporters on Friday. Budensiek said Woods, who was the sole occupant in the vehicle, seemed "lethargic" after the crash, but wasn't injured and was able […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, March 27, 2026 3:42 PM Toronto Tempo to pick sixth in WNBA draft, second in expansion draft       The Toronto Tempo will have the sixth pick in the WNBA draft on April 13, choosing that option over having the top choice in the expansion draft on April 3. The Portland Fire will have the first choice in the expansion draft and seventh pick in the WNBA draft. The Tempo won the right to choose which option it […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, March 27, 2026 3:03 PM Opposition fears Doug Ford's omnibus budget bill will be fast-tracked through to law       What do conservation authorities, a downtown Toronto parking lot and freedom-of-information requests have in common? On the face of it, nothing – but provincial legislative changes are coming to all three, and they are jammed into an omnibus budget bill tabled Thursday by Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy. The province's plan for doling out taxpayer […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, March 27, 2026 2:26 PM Pierre Poilievre backs J.K. Rowling's support for new Olympic gender policy       OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is supporting a ruling this week by the International Olympic Committee that bans transgender women from women's sports at the Games. The policy change comes ahead of the next Olympics in Los Angeles in 2028 and aligns with an executive order from U.S. President Donald Trump. The new policy […]

Ottawa Citizen Friday, March 27, 2026 4:58 PM Ottawa man charged over semi-trailer theft, collisions in Gatineau       The driver was arrested after attempting to flee on foot following a series of collisions involving about 10 other vehicles.

Ottawa Citizen Friday, March 27, 2026 4:50 PM News of the day: Melting Ottawa park compared to 'hellscape'; South Korean sub is heading our way; Why huge hospital 50/50 jackpots seem everywhere       It's Friday, March 27. Here are the top stories the Ottawa Citizen newsroom is following today. OTTAWA MAYOR RESPONDS AFTER 'GOOD MORNING' PHOTO SERIES WENT VIRAL (IN A BAD WAY) The dreary Fisher Park photo aside, Sutcliffe said the reaction to his "Good morning Ottawa" posts had been generally positive over the years. Read the […]

Ottawa Citizen Friday, March 27, 2026 4:37 PM Ottawa police officer suspended since 2023 makes Ontario's Sunshine List       Const. Goran Beric was suspended with pay after being convicted of assault.

The Province Friday, March 27, 2026 7:10 PM Four possible reasons why the Canucks have been so bad at home       The Canucks are likely to finish the season with their worst-ever home record. Jim Rutherford has a few ideas why.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, March 27, 2026 5:08 PM Man accused of trying to kill RCMP officer with SUV near Meadow Lake       Police have charged a 26-year-old man with attempted murder after an officer was struck while setting up a spike belt during a pursuit.

Regina Leader-Post Friday, March 27, 2026 6:49 PM 'Not enough debt room' for Central Library renewal, confirms Regina city council       "Central Library's renewal is not over. The library board will regroup, talk about options and choose a new path."

Regina Leader-Post Friday, March 27, 2026 4:27 PM Increase in car repair costs leads to request for 7.6 per cent insurance hike: SGI       Saskatchewan NDP critic Darcy Warrington questioned SGI's recent customer rebates in light of the planned rate increase.

Calgary Herald Friday, March 27, 2026 8:07 PM Bell: Alberta drivers will save up to $366 next year on auto insurance — we hope       Albertans are promised savings on auto insurance premiums next year. Don't book the trip to Vegas yet.

Calgary Herald Friday, March 27, 2026 6:28 PM Hitmen goalie Eric Tu begins playoffs full of confidence amid breakout WHL season       The 19-year-old, described as a "pro-style goalie with incredible athleticism," was among the WHL leaders in GAA and wins this season.

Calgary Herald Friday, March 27, 2026 6:04 PM Braid: With crucial scandal report coming, UCP makes the right choice for auditor general       There's every reason to believe Phillip Peters will take up the task smoothly when outgoing auditor general Doug Wylie leaves April 28

Calgary Herald Friday, March 27, 2026 5:44 PM Sam Honzek returns to Flames practice but won't play again this season       Return to practice signals that there's been real progress in his recovery from an injury sustained in a collision with a teammate in November.

Calgary Herald Friday, March 27, 2026 5:43 PM 'Why would a man stop me?' Camp introduces young women to autobody trade       Seeing female technicians become more normalized in the industry is something one participant wants to be a part of

Calgary Herald Friday, March 27, 2026 5:00 PM In Calgary courts: Suspect in fatal stabbing of landlord sent for psychiatric testing       Noteworthy legal cases in Calgary and area from March 23 to 27, 2026

Calgary Herald Friday, March 27, 2026 4:37 PM Alberta arts sector welcomes record level of funding in provincial budget       Alberta Foundation for the Arts, the province's main arts funding body, sees $38.1 million infusion, a $3.5-million increase over previous year

Calgary Herald Friday, March 27, 2026 4:02 PM Sexsomnia expert seeks to withdraw testimony after it's alleged he might have lied under oath       Prosecutor wants to cross-examine Toronto psychiatrist about his honestly about missing court date

Calgary Herald Friday, March 27, 2026 2:57 PM Man charged in Beltline restaurant arson also accused in Genesis Centre shooting: CPS       The man is facing charges for arson and firearm-related offences

Calgary Herald Friday, March 27, 2026 2:35 PM National Music Centre pays tribute to Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Nelly Furtado       The exhibit shows her iconic stage outfits, teenage lyrics and the ukulele she played at the Victoria Folk Festival at the age of eight.

Vancouver Sun Friday, March 27, 2026 7:58 PM 'We didn't get the help': Lapu Lapu Day attack survivor joins calls to account for relief funds       Eleven months after a vehicle tore through a crowded Lapu Lapu Day festival, killing 11 people, survivor Blaine Redlac says he is still searching for answers — about what happened that day and how than $1 million in donations have been used. Friday, the 29-year-old stood in a downtown plaza outside the offices of Filipino […]

Vancouver Sun Friday, March 27, 2026 6:54 PM Vaughn Palmer: An MLA cannot function while fighting criminal charges       It's not a matter of guilt or innocence but the ability to do the job while distracted and under a cloud

Vancouver Sun Friday, March 27, 2026 6:45 PM 'A true cowboy' stopped to help after a traffic accident; it cost him his life       A B.C. man who was trying to rescue a trapped driver after an accident near Williams Lake was killed on Wednesday when the wreckage suddenly shifted

Vancouver Sun Friday, March 27, 2026 4:38 PM Bulls and Bears: Baseball and basketball surging to be the NFL's No. 2       NHL is having issues due to issues around player safety and an awful Canadian contingent

Vancouver Sun Friday, March 27, 2026 3:04 PM Man charged after sex assault in downtown Vancouver       At about 7:20 p.m. Wednesday a woman reported that a man groped her while she was on Granville Street, between Dunsmuir and Pender.

Vancouver Sun Friday, March 27, 2026 2:00 PM Upgrade your spring work wardrobe with these 5 vests       A good vest blurs the lines between layering piece and stand-alone top. Try one of these.

Vancouver Sun Friday, March 27, 2026 2:00 PM Instrumental rock is experiencing its biggest popularity boost since the psychedelic 1960s. Here's why       U.K. quartet Yuuf is one of a new crop of instrumental rock bands making global waves.