Battle for Toronto mayor expected to be one of the tightest as Ontario holds municipal elections
If Olivia Chow loses, it will be the first time since the present-day amalgamated City of Toronto was created in 1998 that an incumbent mayor has lost a bid for re-election.
Rays players love Tropicana Field, quirks and all
Having undergone extensive repairs after Hurricane Milton damaged it in 2024, Tropicana Field hosts its second World Series
Cleveland-Cliffs Confirms Full Compliance with Stelco Undertakings
CLEVELAND — Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE:CLF) today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Stelco Inc., has delivered a letter to Canada’s Minister of Industry, Mélanie Joly, providing an updated report on Stelco’s compliance with the undertakings made in connection with Cleveland-Cliffs’ acquisition of Stelco under the Investment Canada Act (ICA). Together with its legal counsel, Cliffs performed […]
FireFly makes another significant high-grade copper-gold VMS discovery
Green Bay Copper-Gold Project, Canada The greenfields discovery, just 35km from the flagship Ming Mine, highlights the exploration potential of numerous targets to be tested at Green Bay KEY POINTS Regional exploration drilling at the Green Bay Copper-Gold Project has discovered a significant copper and gold-rich Volcanogenic Massive Sulphide (VMS) system at the Mount Joy […]
BC Conservatives lay out goals for first 100 days in office
Among the first order of business is to secure his own leadership on paper, as Lorne Doerkson is still technically the interim leader of the party.
Thunder’s Jalen Williams has fractured leg, dislocated ankle and will need surgery
Thunder’s Cason Wallace will also undergo surgery to deal with left labral tear
Canada, partners to sign charter for new defence bank at end of November
Nine countries forging ahead with DSRB as planned after breakdown of talks to merge it with British defence-procurement initiative
Lions set to face familiar foe in West semifinal
The B.C. Lions are well aware of what they're up against this week.
Chris Selley: Canada’s law schools, law societies have incinerated their reputations
The people who let a 60-something convicted murderer into McGill Law cannot be trusted with systemic decisions
BlackRock® Canada Announces Final October Cash Distributions for the iShares® Premium Money Market ETF
TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited (“BlackRock Canada”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK), today announced the final October 2026 cash distributions for the iShares Premium Money Market ETF. Unitholders of record on October 27, 2026 will receive cash distributions payable on October 30, 2026. Details […]
Prairie Provident Resources Announces Creditor-Led Proceedings under Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act
CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Prairie Provident Resources Inc. (the “Company”) (TSX: PPR) announces that its senior secured lenders, The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Prudential Legacy Insurance Company of New Jersey (collectively, “Prudential”), have served on the Company an application to the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta (the “Court”) […]
Elevra Lithium Quarterly Activities Report
BRISBANE, Australia, Oct. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Elevra Lithium (“Company”) (ASX: ELV; NASDAQ: ELVR) delivered record ore mined and processed at North American Lithium, second highest production on record, increased sales volumes, higher realised pricing and reduced unit cost of sales. North American Lithium Safety performance at North American Lithium (NAL) was impacted by […]
Vaughn Palmer: Lorne Doerkson pledges independent review of B.C.'s finances on Day 1
Opinion: The New Democrats practically invited this one by confessing to a $1.5 billion math error in this year’s budget and fiscal plan
James Comey faces potential prosecution again from Trump admin
The Justice Department said it had filed what's known as a criminal information to extend the 10-year statute of limitations for bringing a case.
West Jasper Place upzoning stirs debate around infill marching orders from province
"We're going to have to approve a lot more of these if the small-scale zone is rolled back."
Early Warning Disclosure by Matachewan Consolidated Mines, Limited and McChip Resources Inc.
TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Matachewan Consolidated Mines, Limited (TSXV: MCMA) (“Matachewan”) and McChip Resources Inc. (TSXV: MCS) (“McChip” and, together with Matachewan, the “Acquirors”) announce that, on October 23, 2026, they acquired an aggregate of 14,526,500 common shares (the “Common Shares”) of Labrador Gold Corp. (the “Company”) in connection with the closing […]
Executives from Shopify, JLL and Groupe Dynamite Join WareMatch’s Advisory Board
Shopify’s former Global Head of Shipping & Fulfillment, Maia Benson, JLL’s current Global Logistics Growth Lead for EMEA and APAC, Guy Gueirard, and Groupe Dynamite’s former Chief Digital Officer, Max Boyer, will help drive WareMatch’s product development and digital growth while accelerating its global expansion. MONTREAL, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WareMatch, a global […]
Transatlantic Coalition: European and Canadian News and Magazine Publishers Unite to Defend Free and Pluralistic Media
BRUSSELS & MONTREAL — On the eve of the 21st EU-Canada Summit, taking place in Montreal on October 29 and 30, thousands of news and magazine publishers from Europe and Canada are announcing the creation of a transatlantic coalition, calling on Canada and the European Union to include in the Summit’s joint declaration a firm […]
U.S. trade negotiators ‘coming closer to our position,’ Carney says
Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday said there had been 'a slight intensification' in talks with the United States, adding that Ottawa had not changed its stance.
Early Warning Disclosure by Matachewan Consolidated Mines, Limited and McChip Resources Inc.
TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Matachewan Consolidated Mines, Limited (TSXV: MCMA) (“Matachewan”) and McChip Resources Inc. (TSXV: MCS) (“McChip” and, together with Matachewan, the “Acquirors”) announce that, on October 23, 2026, they acquired an aggregate of 14,526,500 common shares (the “Common Shares”) of Labrador Gold Corp. (the “Company”) in connection with the closing […]
Politics Insider: Prime Minister calls Indian Act racist legislation, says he’s open to abolishing it
Changes to the act would only be done in concert with Indigenous communities, Carney says
Ex-FBI chief James Comey charged by Trump administration for third time
Comey’s lawyers asked a judge to dismiss the case, the latest accusing him of sharing sensitive national security information
NBA strikes deals with prediction markets, with an eye on integrity and regulations
Like NBA’s relationship with sportsbooks, prediction markets will have ‘information-sharing obligations relating to investigations and suspicious trading’
BC Ferries board cuts ties with CEO Nicolas Jimenez
B.C. Conservatives called for Jimenez’s firing last year after company awarded $1-billion contract to Chinese state-owned company
Carney says Canada looking into ‘reforming or even abolishing’ the Indian Act
Carney said that if the Indian Act is abolished, then 'fully modernizing the governance relationship is the desirable end state'
‘The U.S. is coming closer to our position’: Carney describes small intensification of trade talks
Trump has told reporters Canada 'was working very hard' to get a trade deal with the U.S.
BC Ferries CEO Nicolas Jimenez out as board launches leadership change
Canadian youth ask courts to hold governments accountable for meaningful climate action
A landmark trial in Canada is part of a growing global wave of climate litigation testing whether governments can be held legally responsible for failing to protect people from a warming world
Crown withdraws criminal charges against pro-Palestinian protesters arrested in Montreal sit-in
Criminal charges against pro-Palestinian protesters arrested during a 2024 sit-in at a Montreal bank have been dropped in exchange for $300 fines.
RecycLiCo Announces Filing and Mailing of Management Information Circular for 2026 Annual General Meeting
Your investment could be affected by this vote. No matter how many shares you hold – vote today DELTA, British Columbia, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — RecycLiCo Battery Materials Inc. (“RecycLiCo” or the “Company”) (TSX.V: AMY | OTCQB: AMYZF | FSE: ID4), a critical minerals refining and lithium-ion battery upcycling company, is pleased to […]
At least one killed in fresh Russian missile attack on Kyiv
Mayor Vitali Klitschko said seven were injured, with explosions near medical facilities and an underground station
Uniqlo to move into old Nordstrom building in downtown Vancouver
Since Nordstrom closed, many have speculated as to what storefront could fill the space and last year it was announced that it would be divided into four units.
Afternoon front page: Eby’s inauspicious mark on Canadian history; Alberta ‘firewall’ authors on the referendum; and more
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B.C. Ferries CEO ousted as board launches 'revitalization review'
Nicolas Jimenez served as the ferry corporation's top executive since 2023 after a long career at ICBC
New Brunswick strikes deal to explore recovering metals from old mine waste
A U.S.-based firm is looking to turn decades-old mining waste at the Nigadoo mine near Bathurst, N.B. into something valuable.
iPronics Names Co-Founder & Photonics Pioneer Dr. Daniel Pérez-López as CEO to Drive Commercial Scale for AI Optical Circuit Switching
Former CTO steps up to CEO role alongside industry veteran Geoffrey Tate as Chairman of the Board to accelerate volume deployment of silicon photonics optical circuit switches VALENCIA, Spain and SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — iPronics, a leader in silicon photonics-based Optical Circuit Switching (OCS) for AI infrastructure, today announced the […]
PRU September 2026 Quarter Report
Perth, Western Australia, Oct. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SEPTEMBER 2026 QUARTER REPORT Perseus delivers another strong quarter, ending with cash & bullion of US$900 million Perth, Western Australia/ October 27, 2026/ Perseus Mining Limited (“Perseus” or the “Company”) (TSX & ASX: PRU) reports on its activities for the three months’ period ended on […]
Alberta to allow qualified optometrists to perform select minor surgical and laser procedures
Alberta will be the first province in Canada to allow optometrists with adequate qualifications to perform certain minor surgical and laser procedures.
Brown & Brown, Inc. announces third quarter 2026 results, including total revenues of $1.7 billion, an increase of 7.4%; growth of Organic Revenue of 1.2%; growth of Organic Revenue with Contingents of 1.5%; diluted net income per share of $0.67; and Diluted Net Income Per Share – Adjusted of $1.07
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO) (the “Company”) announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter of 2026. For the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, the Company achieved: Total revenues of $1.7 billion, increasing $119 million, or 7.4%, compared to the third quarter of the prior […]
Transcona incumbent Russ Wyatt facing 4 challengers in Winnipeg election
Russ Wyatt, the incumbent councillor seeking re-election for Winnipeg's Transcona ward, is facing four other candidates in Wednesday's election.
Eldorado Gold Announces Tailings Filter Presses Operational at Skouries
Key milestone supports commissioning progress toward commercial production VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Eldorado Gold Corporation (TSX: ELD, NYSE: EGO) (“Eldorado” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the first two tailings filter presses at its Skouries mine in northern Greece are now operational, marking another important milestone toward commercial […]
Sandfire Resources America Inc. Announces Strategic Review
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, Mont., Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sandfire Resources America Inc. (“Sandfire America” or the “Company”) (TSXV:SFR) announces that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) has initiated a review of strategic alternatives (“Strategic Review”) to advance the Black Butte Project and maximize value for all shareholders. During the Strategic Review, the Board […]
Is space the next frontier for investors?
The thrill and romance of the space race are capturing investors’ imaginations, but not without caveats
News of the day: Investors gush over oilpatch, rate hike likely, early inflation warnings, ‘trophy’ office tower, Ovintiv buys Logan and more
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Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Note: All times local National Capital Region, Canada 9:30 a.m. The Prime Minister will chair the Cabinet meeting. West BlockParliament Hill 12:00 p.m. The Prime Minister will greet the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Mackenzie DoorsWest BlockParliament Hill Notes for media: Open coverage Media wishing to cover the event must […]
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Anthropic files for potentially biggest IPO ever as CEO warns of risk to humanity from AI
Anthropic's IPO filing sets up the San Francisco company for a Wall Street debut next month, potentially eclipsing the SpaceX initial public offering in June that raised a record US$86-billion.
Year-round daylight time has a dark side. Here’s how Canada can prepare for it
Changes are coming on Nov. 1 to B.C., Alberta, Manitoba, Northwest Territories and parts of Northwestern Ontario
Building on SAP Expertise: S4A Achieves SAP Partner Status
New partnership milestone strengthens S4A’s position within the SAP ecosystem and reinforces its commitment to helping organizations maximize the value of their SAP investments. CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — S4A IT Solutions (S4A), a specialist in SAP consulting and innovative business solutions, is pleased to announce its acceptance into the SAP PartnerEdge […]
B.C. First Nations chief warns ripping up DRIPA is a ‘declaration of war’
The Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs warns against ripping up the agreement and instead urges using it as a framework for reconciliation.
Canada-U.S. trade talks ‘moving quickly’ at political level ahead of midterms: sources
Multiple sources tell Global News that talks are “moving quickly” but express skepticism at a deal being reached before Americans vote on Nov. 3.
Carney pledges to start process that ‘moves Canada beyond the Indian Act’; announces Indigenous financing changes
In an announcement following a rare joint first ministers-Indigenous leaders summit, Carney said his government would allow the First Nations Financing Authority to deal directly with Indigenous special purpose vehicles.
DoorDash in talks to buy Instacart in deal valued around $17-billion, source says
Potential agreement with grocery-delivery platform may be finalized as soon as Wednesday
Advisory: Fortis Inc. to Hold Teleconference and Webcast on November 3 to Discuss Third Quarter 2026 Results and New Five-Year Capital Outlook
ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland and Labrador, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fortis Inc. (“Fortis” or the “Corporation”) (TSX/NYSE: FTS) will release its third quarter 2026 financial results and new five-year capital outlook for the period 2027-2031 on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. A teleconference and webcast will be held the same day at 8:30 a.m. (Eastern). David Hutchens, President and Chief Executive […]
Apogee Minerals Announces Name Change to Northmark Metals and Appointment of Taj Singh to Board of Directors
Vancouver, British Columbia, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apogee Minerals Ltd. (“Apogee” or the “Company”) (TSXV: APMI) is pleased to announce its planned name change to Northmark Metals Corp. (the “Name Change”) and the appointment of Taj Singh to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective October 23, 2026. Name Change to Northmark Metals: The […]
Man accused in fatal Saskatchewan highway shooting to stand trial
Chris Fahlman, the man accused in the fatal highway shooting of 44-year-old Tanya Myers, will stand trial, a Saskatchewan court decided after his preliminary hearing Friday.
Holts makes a big bet on caviar
Paris institution Caviar Kaspia makes its debut in Canada with outposts at Holt Renfrew’s restaurants in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal
Xanadu to Report Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results on November 11th, 2026
TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xanadu Quantum Technologies Limited (“Xanadu“) (NASDAQ: XNDU) (TSX: XNDU), a leading photonic quantum computing company, today announced that the company will release its third quarter 2026 financial results on November 11th, 2026, after the financial markets close. Xanadu will host a conference call the same day at 5:30 […]
Shoppers Drug Mart releases Health Outcomes Report highlighting the positive impact of community pharmacy on the health of Canadians
The report shares evidence and outcomes from across Canada’s largest pharmacy network and reinforces commitment to leading health and pharmacy responsibly TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Shoppers Drug Mart released its inaugural Health Outcomes Report, bringing together evidence and outcomes from across its pharmacy network to demonstrate how pharmacists and pharmacy-led programs […]
Celestica Announces Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Will Hold 2026 Investor and Analyst Day
Q3 2026 revenue and non-GAAP adjusted EPS* above the high end of our guidance ranges;2027 outlook reflects accelerating revenue growth & non-GAAP adjusted operating margin* expansion (All amounts in U.S. dollars) TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Celestica Inc.1 (NYSE: CLS) (TSX: CLS), a global leader in data center infrastructure and advanced technology solutions, […]
Prime Minister Carney convenes First Nations leadership and First Ministers for the first time in two decades, launches discussions on a new First Nations Sovereign Wealth Fund
Today, Prime Minister Mark Carney convened a meeting between First Nations leadership and First Ministers to advance shared priorities and build a stronger, fairer Canada. This was the first meeting of its kind. The leaders focused on new opportunities for First Nations to develop, operate, and share in the economic benefits of major infrastructure projects. They […]
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Prime Minister Carney convenes First Nations leadership and First Ministers for the first time in two decades, launches discussions on a new First Nations Sovereign Wealth Fund
Today, Prime Minister Mark Carney convened a meeting between First Nations leadership and First Ministers to advance shared priorities and build a stronger, fairer Canada. This was the first meeting of its kind. The leaders focused on new opportunities for First Nations to develop, operate, and share in the economic benefits of major infrastructure projects. They […]
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Record low turnout in B.C. election, dropping below half for first time
The vote count in British Columbia’s election on Saturday produced a massive majority for the B.C. Conservatives, but it’s also revealing other trends. Here’s a closer look at the numbers, based on preliminary results from Elections BC. TURNOUT PLUNGES TO RECORD LOW The early election saw preliminary turnout drop to 1,798,990, down about 14.7 per […]
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Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew calls on Carney to abolish Indian Act
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says he told Prime Minister Mark Carney in a closed-door meeting with First Nations chiefs that abolishing the Indian Act should be high on the national political agenda.
Montreal Jewish chef left curious by prospective diners asking about her views on ‘genocide in Palestine’
'I don't think I need to discuss foreign policy in order to conduct business in Montreal,' says Chef Raegan Steinberg
Montreal Jewish chef left curious by prospective diners asking about her views on ‘genocide in Palestine’
“Are we serving politics with a side of pancakes now?” fourth-generation Montrealer, chef and restaurateur, Raegan Steinberg, asked on her Instagram in mid-October. It was Steinberg’s response to a question from a prospective diner, asking about her views on the “genocide in Palestine.” “There’s a boycott list that’s been going around since October 7,” she […]
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Anthropic flags Canadian lawsuits, data centre risks in highly anticipated IPO filing
Investors say Anthropic could be valued between US$1.5 and US$2 trillion following its listing
Definium Therapeutics Announces New Employee Inducement Grants
NEW YORK — Definium Therapeutics, Inc. (“Definium” or the “Company”), a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company developing a new generation of therapeutics intended to address underlying causes of psychiatric and neurological disorders, today announced the issuance of inducement grants to six newly hired non-executive employees consisting of options to purchase an aggregate of 93,320 common shares […]
‘A senseless and selfish act’: Judge sentences couple who murdered neighbour, discarded body over BBQ smoke
The couple who were out on custody until the day of the guilty verdict when their bail was revoked have spent 146 days in pre-sentence custody.
NanoXplore to Host a Webcast to Discuss First Quarter Results on November 10th, 2026
MONTREAL, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NanoXplore Inc. (“NanoXplore”) (TSX: GRA and OTCQX: NNXPF) is pleased to hold a webcast to discuss the results of its first quarter ended September 30, 2026, on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The financial results will be released on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, after […]
Cannabis Cultivators of British Columbia Welcomes New B.C. Conservative Government and Commitment to Cannabis Economic Development
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Cannabis Cultivators of British Columbia (CCBC) congratulates Premier Doerkson and the newly elected B.C. Conservative government and welcomes its commitment to recognize cannabis as an economic development and job-creation opportunity for British Columbia. The Conservative platform commits to moving responsibility for cannabis into Economic Development […]
PrairieSky Announces Third Quarter 2026 Results
CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PrairieSky Royalty Ltd. (“PrairieSky” or the “Company”) (TSX: PSK) is pleased to announce its third quarter operating and financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2026. Third Quarter Highlights Liquids royalty production increased 6% over Q3 2025(1) with average oil royalty production of 14,739 […]
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Source: QB Chad Kelly agrees to extension with Argonauts
Kelly’s new deal expected to make him the league’s top-paid player
Alberta allowing optometrists to perform minor laser procedures
EDMONTON — The Alberta government says optometrists will soon be allowed to perform minor surgical and laser procedures in the province. Justin Wright, Alberta’s primary and preventative health minister, says the goal is to give Albertans better access to care closer to home. The government says the expanded scope of optometry will involve minor procedures […]
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Nova Scotia woman targeted in swatting incident after suspected bank scam: RCMP
RCMP in Nova Scotia say a woman was the victim of a "swatting" incident after she refused to follow instructions from an alleged fraudster claiming to be from her bank.
N.S. government announces funding to grow boatbuilding industry
The Nova Scotia government says it is investing over $350,000 to help boatbuilders and boat repair businesses in the province expand into new markets.
Meghan Roach steps down as Roots CEO as go-private transaction closes
Deal with Marquee Brands was announced in August at price of $4.10 per share and passed a shareholder vote earlier this month
One person unaccounted for after massive fire destroys former hotel in Victoria
Nova Scotia flu cases rise as vaccination campaign gets underway
Across the country, infectious disease specialists say Canada's flu season started about seven weeks earlier than usual this time of year.
Prime Minister, Premiers meet with First Nations leaders
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Monday’s meeting between premiers, the federal government and First Nations is the first of its kind in decades.
Toronto fundraiser Elizabeth Tory was a maestro at working a room
A devoted volunteer with Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and other organizations, she was legendary in Canadian charity and business circles for her drive, accomplishments and wit
Six Flags to install seat belts on Georgia roller coaster after rider’s death
Six Flags announced the extra safeguard less than two weeks after 42-year-old Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem of Atlanta died after being ejected from his seat on the Goliath coaster.
Israel continued genocide in Gaza after ceasefire, UN inquiry finds
Israeli mission in Geneva dismissed the report as part of a misinformation campaign
‘Every Day, Humankind Saws Another Branch Off the Tree of Life’
As countries meet to rescue a global nature agreement, scientists warn of a ‘dramatic weakening’ of Canada’s biodiversity protections.
Netflix’s ouster of top executives capped two weeks of turmoil
After 25 years of rapid growth, gravity was going to arrive for the streaming giant at some point
Lira Clinical Announces New REGEN Line — A First-of-Its-Kind Breakthrough in Regenerative Skincare
LIVERMORE, Calif., Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lira Clinical, a global leader in corrective and brightening skincare, is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking new REGEN line. REGEN is the first and only clinical skincare line formulated with Wild Salmon Stem Cell–Conditioned Media — a revolutionary ingredient that delivers more regenerative power than […]
What to know about the Ballon d’Or, soccer’s top individual award
Yamal, Mbappé, Kane and Messi are in contention to win the men’s prize, while Alexia Putellas is favourite to lift the women’s trophy for a third time
Trump heads to Mississippi as the two parties prepare for final sprint ahead of midterm Election Day
CORINTH, Miss. (AP) — President Donald Trump heads Monday to Mississippi, as he continues a closing midterm campaign blitz that highlights Republicans’ challenges ahead of an election that could drastically shift power in Washington and statehouses across the country. Mississippi, among the nation’s most reliably Republican states, is not where the party envisioned needing a […]
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The Election Decided by People Who Stayed Home
NDP votes fell by almost 30 per cent from 2024, but Conservatives lost votes too.
Quebec Liberal candidate speaks out after losing seat to PQ in recount
QUÉBEC — A Quebec Liberal Party candidate who lost her seat following a judicial recount is accusing a judge of unfairly rejecting ballots. Affine Lwalalika wrote on social media to question the court’s decision to award the Vachon riding to the Parti Québécois’s Stephan Fogaing. Lwalalika claims in her post that several ballots deemed valid […]
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I tried the brand Quince: Here’s what’s worth adding to your cart
Founded in 2018, the San Francisco-based brand built its business around a simple idea: premium materials and classic designs shouldn't come with traditional luxury markups.
Eric Bauza, the Canadian voice behind Bugs Bunny, has died at age 46
Eric Bauza, the Canadian actor who was the voice of such Looney Tunes characters as Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, has died at the age of age 46, according to his family. In posts to social media , Bauza’s family wrote that the “Emmy Award-winning voice actor and the modern voice of iconic Looney Tunes […]
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Eric Bauza, the Canadian voice behind Bugs Bunny, has died at age 46
Toronto voice actor, the latest to take over from Mel 'Man of a Thousand Voices' Blanc, said Daffy Duck was his favourite
A Montreal man on the run from authorities takes pet raccoon for rabies vaccination
MONTREAL — A Montreal man who says he is on the run from provincial authorities for housing a raccoon has taken his pet for a rabies vaccination. Louka Berman took the raccoon named Pepper to meet the owner of a refuge north of Montreal on Monday and get the vaccination. Quebec is currently dealing with […]
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Youth-led climate trial begins in federal court in Vancouver
Snow headed to Edmonton, but will it make for a scary Halloween?
Edmonton is set to see snow beginning Tuesday night into Wednesday, according to Environment Canada
My Chemical Romance faces legal action over Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders stunt
Pro Silver Star alleges that the band performed at the Hollywood Bowl with the dancers wearing costumes that appeared to be nearly identical to the blue-and-white uniforms.
Roots Corporation Completes Go-Private Transaction and Announces Leadership Transition
TORONTO — Roots Corporation (the “Company” or “Roots”) (TSX: ROOT) today announced the completion of the previously-announced plan of arrangement under the Canada Business Corporations Act (“CBCA”), pursuant to which Marquee Brands, through its strategic operating partner JM&A Design & Development Inc. (the “Purchaser”), acquired all of the outstanding common shares of Roots (the “Shares”) […]
The fall fashion & beauty edit: Small updates, big impact
Refresh your look with affordable fall fashion and beauty finds at Walmart Canada. Discover cozy knits, barrel jeans, skincare and makeup, plus stylist's tips to bring it together.
Nothing beats coming home to play Yahtzee with my dad
The game has been a constant through the happiest and purest moments in my life
U.S. firm signs deal to explore closed New Brunswick mine
FREDERICTON — The New Brunswick government has signed an exploration deal with a firm that plans to extract minerals from a long-closed mining site. U.S.-based Regeneration Enterprises says it wants to pull metals from rock and chemical waste left at the Nigadoo mine site in northern New Brunswick. The company says it will fund the […]
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Galloway agent tells of impact of sexual assault allegations on author’s career
Trump administration illegally fired federal prosecutor Maurene Comey, judge rules
Judge sharply rebukes DOJ for firing of Comey, the daughter of ex-FBI Director James Comey
Apple’s foldable iPhone Duo draws early complaints of the screen cracking
While the problem appears to affect only a subset of units, it represents an embarrassing setback for Apple
Financial transactions watchdog steps up action against money service businesses
OTTAWA — Canada’s financial intelligence agency revoked the registrations of 82 money service businesses in 2025-26, up from 12 the previous year. The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre says it focused significant resources on the money services sector in the last year due to money laundering and terrorist financing risks associated with such businesses. […]
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Financial transactions watchdog steps up action against money service businesses
Vehicle used in alleged parental abduction found; police still seeking mother, kids
Online gaming brings in roughly $56M for Alberta since July launch
Online gambling in Alberta generated roughly $56 million in non-adjusted gross revenue since the launch of legal gaming sites in July, according to the Crown corporation in charge.
First Nations-first ministers' meeting brings funding announcements and mixed reviews
Chiefs had mixed reactions after Prime Minister Mark Carney announced both financial and political commitments as the first Indigenous-focused first ministers' meeting in two decades concluded in Ottawa.
Loblaw October Food Inflation Report
TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Loblaw released the latest edition of its Food Inflation Report, following Statistics Canada’s release of September CPI data last week. September brought welcome news for grocery shoppers. While overall headline inflation climbed to 3.1%, driven by higher gasoline prices, food inflation slowed to 1.7% year over year, […]
Digital safety bill could include gaming platforms, minister says
Advocates have raised concerns about predators targeting kids on gaming forums such as Roblox and Discord
CPPIB said to explore sale of stake in Spain’s largest gas grid
Deliberations are early and CPPIB may decide not to go ahead with the divestment
B.C. election sets record for lowest voter turnout
The 2026 B.C. election is over, but the results mark a historic low, with fewer than half of eligible voters casting a ballot according to Elections BC
Father of Jewish students in London, Ont. says daughters won’t give into fear after swastika drawn near home
The father of two Jewish students attending Western University in London, Ont. says his daughters remain courageous and will continue to be proud of their faith after a swastika was drawn near their off-campus home. “While I wanted to draw attention to the incident, I wanted to focus more on their response,” Darren Slavens told […]
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Father of Jewish students in London, Ont. says daughters won’t give into fear after swastika drawn near home
'Instead of fear and intimidation, these kids have responded with courage and pride,' says Darren Slavens
Three Ontario elections to watch that are not Toronto
With residents in 444 Ontario cities and towns deciding who will lead them for the next four years, today is Canada’s busiest day in municipal politics. While many municipalities have their niche issues — like the cleanup of former General Motors land in St. Catharines or Mississauga’s Ridgeway Plaza — the topics most important to […]
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Three Ontario elections to watch that are not Toronto
A look at the mayoral contests and candidates in Mississauga, Hamilton and Ottawa
Essex election 2026: Get the latest results here
The Windsor Star will let you know the winners as they're announced
One morning of indoor cycling could change lives in our community
The Y Ride: Cycle for Kids is the YMCA’s fundraiser to build strong kids and strong communities EDMONTON and RED DEER, Alberta, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In 2012 at the age of 58, Edmontonian Don Patterson completed a self-supported solo bike ride across Canada. He totaled 7,232 kilometres from Vancouver to St. John’s. […]
Crown withdraws criminal charges against Pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at Montreal sit-in
More than a dozen people arrested pleaded guilty to violating a municipal noise bylaw and agreed to pay $300 fines
Audi CEO faces backlash after joining Trump at Georgia rally
Gernot Doellner’s appearance alongside U.S. President violates automaker’s company guidelines, says head of Germany’s top union
Kinew calls on Carney to abolish the Indian Act at meeting with chiefs
He said Canada should no longer have a "race-based form of identification."
Amherstburg election 2026: Get the latest results here
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Edmonton, Fort McMurray amongst those to receive courthouse security upgrades in $6 million province-wide initiative
The province says the security upgrades are expected to be completed in 2027, after a 2023 study revealed several security, health and safety-related issues across ten courthouses in Alberta
Australian judge denies murderer’s bid to lift prison ban on Vegemite
Andre McKechnie who is serving a life sentence for murder in the southern Australian state of Victoria, took his battle for the spread to the Supreme Court last year.
Canada-U.S. trade war to end ‘soon,’ Trump says, but there’s no real sign of a breakthrough
President Donald Trump is expecting the U.S. trade war with Canada to end “pretty soon.” At a rally in Port Huron, Michigan on Sunday, he repeated his allegation that Canada had been “ripping off” the U.S., giving him no choice but to impose levies on Canadian goods. He backed up his conclusion that the trade […]
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Canada-U.S. trade war to end ‘soon,’ Trump says, but there’s no real sign of a breakthrough
Trump’s trade war with Canada has been a friction point ahead of the November midterm elections
Outgoing Winnipeg councillor reflects on increasing polarization, hostility towards elected officials
Outgoing city councillor Janice Lukes says a lot has changed during her 12 years at city hall.
Vanguard Announces Cash Distributions for the Vanguard ETFs
(VBU, VBG, VGAB, VAB, VSB, VSC, VCB, VGV, VLB, VRIF, VCOR and VVSG) TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vanguard Investments Canada Inc. today announced the final October 2026 cash distributions for certain Vanguard ETFs, listed below, that trade on Cboe Canada and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). Unitholders of record on November 02, […]
Toronto may have to wait for its next ‘trophy’ office tower
Garry Marr: Some pockets of the office market are showing strength, but the cost of building a new tower keeps going up
Trump fatigue in U.S. farm country?
Are U.S. farmers still strong supporters of Trump? Some are still on Team Trump but others are weary of the chaos and short-term fixes
What is ‘advance directive,’ the principle at heart of Ottawa’s new MAID law?
The principle of advance directives is “profoundly ethically complex,” one expert said, adding that it can be hard to predict how a person’s disease will progress.
Canada-U.S. trade talks back on but outcome unclear, auto parts lobby group head says
Flavio Volpe says the U.S. President ‘has shown flexibility for strategic midterm interests’
This pipeline on early warning inflation pressures is ‘lit up,’ warns Scotiabank economist
The prices of energy and refined products such as diesel were the main contributors to the increase
These punks became city councillors in B.C. – and brought their progressive politics to the table
D.O.A.’s Joe Keithley and NEEDS’s Sean Orr have both pressed for housing to be recognized as a human right
Canadian dollar steadies after posting longest daily winning streak in four years
The BoC will likely raise its benchmark interest rate for the first time since July 2023 on Wednesday
Teck Resources strike enters first full week
Strike began Saturday for 1,200 workers at Canada’s largest open pit mine LOGAN LAKE, British Columbia, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A strike at Teck Resources Highland Valley Copper Mine, Canada’s largest open pit mine, entered its first full week on Monday. More than 1,200 workers, members of the United Steelworkers union, walked off […]
Paul St-Pierre Plamondon to meet with First Nations leaders this week
QUÉBEC - Quebec Premier Paul St-Pierre Plamondon is scheduled to meet with representatives of the Assembly of First Nations of Quebec and Labrador on Wednesday.
BC Ferries CEO Nicolas Jimenez out as board launches leadership change
VANCOUVER - Nicolas Jimenez is out as CEO at BC Ferries in a "leadership transition" launched by the company's board.
WWE legend Ric Flair shares health update after recent hospitalization
Flair shared a photo of himself wearing an eyepatch on X and thanked fans for their 'messages and prayers' after he was injured in a fall outside of a restaurant in Florida.
Opinion: Government, industry must push back against Meta’s scraping over-reach
The World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA), the News/Media Alliance (which represents news and magazine publishers in the U.S.) and News Media Canada are calling on Meta to suspend a provision in the company’s new commercial terms that would allow Meta to crawl and collect content from news publishers’ websites as a condition of using […]
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Opinion: Government, industry must push back against Meta’s scraping over-reach
If Meta seeks to enforce its new commercial terms of service, competition authorities around the world, including Canada’s Competition Bureau, need to intervene
Draisaitl, Cooley, Fowler named NHL’s three stars
Edmonton Oilers centre Leon Draisaitl, Calgary Flames goaltender Devin Cooley and Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jacob Fowler have been named the NHL's three stars of the week.
Canada, partners to formally establish new defence bank next month, Champagne says
Countries expected to meet in Luxembourg on Nov. 30
Kingsville election 2026: Get the latest results here
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Pelee Island election 2026: Get the latest results here
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Leamington election 2026: Get the latest results here
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'In disbelief': Edmonton man wins $1M on Lotto Max draw
Mohamed Nimji plans to put aside money for a retirement fund, as well as take a trip to Africa next year with some of his winnings
CoreWeave rout sends warning sign to rest of stock market
Strategists are warning that declines in shares of AI cloud-computing providers will spill into other corners of the tech trade
LaSalle election 2026: Get the latest results here
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LaSalle election 2026: Get the latest results here
The Windsor Star will let you know the winners as they're announced
Walter Koenig, Ensign Chekov on original Star Trek series, dies at 90
Koenig’s character in the hit show was the sole Communist-bloc member of the spaceship Enterprise bridge staff
Canada and European partners to officially incorporate defence bank next month
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne said Monday the member states will gather in Luxembourg next month to sign the agreement to establish the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank.
Trump heads to Mississippi as midterm election campaigns make final push
Republicans are scrambling to protect their threadbare majority in the House
Crown withdraws criminal charges against Montreal protesters arrested at bank sit-in
MONTREAL — The Crown has withdrawn all criminal charges against pro-Palestinian protesters arrested during a sit-in at a downtown Montreal bank more than two years ago. Fourteen out of the 44 people arrested at the protest pleaded guilty to violating a municipal noise bylaw and agreed to pay the $300 fines. Defence lawyer Barbara Bedont […]
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Meltwater named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for PR and Media Monitoring Tools
Meltwater placed highest in Ability to Execute and furthest in Completeness of Vision among all vendors evaluated. San Francisco, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Meltwater, the global leader in actionable intelligence for PR, Communications and Marketing teams, has been named a Leader in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for PR and Media Monitoring Tools, which […]
A tale of a B.C. election in three speeches
As Lorne Doerkson reached beyond his base, David Eby apologized to his and Emily Lowan sparked divisiveness
Brookfield to open Doha office to deepen Middle East reach
'Establishing our presence in Doha is a natural next step as we continue to grow our business in the region'
Today’s students are shunning humanities in favour of business, engineering and science. At what cost?
Young adults are taking a more pragmatic and career-oriented approach to education than previous generations
A look at Ontario’s current negotiations with its education unions
Here is where each union currently stands in the process
Market Factors: Analyst sees threat to Canadian bank oligopoly
Plus, stock opportunities arising from inflation pressures in the still-rampant data centre construction trend
Attacks on Avi Lewis are getting dangerous
A recent article in the National Post hits at threats of violence against Avi Lewis.
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Transaction in Own Shares
Transaction in Own Shares October 23, 2026 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Shell plc (the ‘Company’) announces that on 23 October 2026 it purchased the following number of Shares for cancellation. Aggregated information on Shares purchased according to trading venue: Date of Purchase Number […]
Alberta’s oilpatch dealmaking boom continues as Ovintiv buys Logan Energy for $1.26 billion
The deal adds to a busy stretch driven by elevated oil prices and pro-development federal and provincial governments
Lula secures victory in Brazil’s election, but faces challenge as Bolsonaro contests results
BRASILIA (AP) — President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ‘s comeback to win Brazil’s presidential runoff Sunday is already facing its first hurdle as his competitor, Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, challenges the results, setting the stage for a possible showdown between the country’s two polarizing political forces. Lula, who convinced an extra 10.4 million voters to […]
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Microsoft offering buyouts to around 60,000 employees, Business Insider reports
Offer will be available to eligible employees in Canada, India, the U.K. and the U.S.
Nicki Minaj joins Trump during rally, says he’s ‘changed the energy’ of U.S.
'I will continue to support you forever and ever. If you run again, I will support you again,' Nicki Minaj told Trump on stage during the rally in Michigan.
Vancity Selects Temenos SaaS to Modernize Core Banking
Canada’s largest credit union strengthens its technology foundation to increase efficiency and support its next phase of growth VANCOUVER, Canada and GRAND-LANCY, Switzerland, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Temenos (SIX: TEMN), a global leader in banking technology, today announced that Vancity has selected Temenos SaaS to modernize its core banking platform and support its […]
EMC Insurance Receives Insurity’s Excellence in Operational Efficiency Award
EMC Insurance was awarded for modernizing premium audit operations to improve accuracy, reduce manual work, and protect premium revenue HARTFORD, Conn. — Insurity, a leading provider of cloud-based software and analytics for the property and casualty insurance industry, announced that EMC Insurance has received the Excellence in Operational Efficiency award at the 2026 Excellence in […]
Love for Trump elusive in small-town America
Voters in small town America don’t necessarily love President Donald Trump. They voted for Trump because he wasn’t Hillary Clinton and wasn’t Kamala Harris.
'It's time to abolish the Indian Act,' Manitoba premier tells PM during historic meeting with chiefs
Phase 2 Assessment Confirms Widespread Contamination at St. Joseph’s Mission Site
WILLIAMS LAKE, British Columbia, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Williams Lake First Nation (WLFN) is calling on the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia to partner with WLFN to remediate the former St. Joseph’s Mission Residential School site following the completion of a comprehensive environmental investigation. A new Phase 2 environmental […]
Letter from Washington: The Midterms Home Stretch
Shutterstock By Kevin Nealer and Jennifer Lee October 26, 2026 In the closing days before the U.S. midterm elections, several […]
Canadian youth ask courts to hold governments accountable for meaningful climate action
A landmark trial in Canada is part of a growing global wave of climate litigation testing whether governments can be held legally responsible for failing to protect people from a warming world
A progressive’s guide to B.C.’s new Conservative government:
What does the 2026 election mean for British Columbia and the rest of Canada?
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An Ode to Eric Bauza, Scarborough’s Gifted Keeper of the Looney Tunes Flame
Bauza, who died at the age of 46, was the main voice actor for Looney Tunes films and television series. His deep reverence for the source material and relentless advocacy in the face of uncaring movie execs helped revitalize the franchise for a new generation, writes film critic Will Sloan
Washington Still Wants a Say at the United Nations, for Better or Worse
By Louise Blais October 26, 2026 The contest to choose the next United Nations Secretary-General offers a useful corrective to […]
The Blueberry Coalition: British Columbia’s New Political Hue
By Si Thu Naing October 26, 2026 It’s a bit of a partisan misnomer to say that on October 24th, […]
Opinion: David Eby’s early election call backfired badly
Stewart Prest: It seems more than a quarter of NDP voters simply stayed home this time around, unwilling to validate an unnecessary and polarizing election.
Vaughn Palmer: Lorne Doerkson pledges independent review of B.C.'s finances on Day 1
Opinion: The New Democrats practically invited this one by confessing to a $1.5 billion math error in this year’s budget and fiscal plan
A tale of a B.C. election in three speeches
As Lorne Doerkson reached beyond his base, David Eby apologized to his and Emily Lowan sparked divisiveness