More Hamilton voters cast advance ballots this municipal election than in 2022
Hamilton has surpassed the total number of advance ballots cast during the 2022 municipal election, with less than a week remaining before election day.
Hamilton students say housing, transit and face-to-face campaigning matter this election
While a political expert says young people don't typically vote near as much as older people, students at Hamilton's McMaster University say they want to engage with the issues that matter to them.
London region records first uptick in opioid ER visits since pandemic: MLHU
Opioid-related emergency department visits in London and Middlesex rose in the first eight months of 2026, marking a reversal after several years of declines.
Housing among key issues in Timmins municipal election as mining sector eyes growth
As Timmins prepares for potential growth in its mining sector, housing is emerging as one of the key issues ahead of the municipal election, with local housing officials and business leaders pointing to construction costs, limited development and a shortage of affordable rentals.
A new era: Lakehead University Thunderwolves welcome new men's basketball head coach
The Lakehead University Thunderwolves are ready to tip off their home opener this Saturday in Thunder Bay Ont. CBC's Mary-Jean Cormier had a chance to chat with the men's new head coach ahead of the big game.
Calls for next mayor of Thunder Bay, Ont., to tackle public safety with compassion
Social service agencies and some businesses in Thunder Bay, Ont., are calling on the city’s next mayor and council to promote a collaborative approach to addressing public safety concerns. With the city poised to elect a new mayor in next week's municipal election, safety issues — particularly in the downtown cores — are a high priority.
Why living alone is becoming increasingly unaffordable for Torontonians
According to Statistics Canada, the number of one-person households has more than doubled between 1981 and 2021, and experts say that number continues to grow. But as the cost of living rises, it's also one of the hardest hit demographics.
Searches of cellphones, laptops by U.S. customs up more than 32% so far this year
Searches of electronic devices such as phones and laptops of travellers entering the United States are up more than 32 per cent this year and are on track to set a new record, CBC News has learned.
The 4 soldiers killed in fast-moving fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta
WAINWRIGHT — Four Armed Forces members were killed when a fast-moving fire overwhelmed soldiers during a training exercise at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, southeast of Edmonton, on Saturday. Dozens of others were injured, with 27 remaining in hospital as of Thursday.
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The 4 soldiers killed in fast-moving fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta
WAINWRIGHT — Four Armed Forces members were killed when a fast-moving fire overwhelmed soldiers during a training exercise at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, southeast of Edmonton, on Saturday. Dozens of others were injured, with 27 remaining in hospital as of Thursday.
4 men arrested after allegedly breaking into downtown Toronto building to take social media photos
Toronto police have arrested four men for allegedly breaking and entering into a downtown building to take photos for social media. Police responded to a call for a break-and-enter in the area of Bremner Boulevard and Lower Simcoe Street shortly before 6 p.m. on Sunday Oct. 18. Officers allege the four men forced entry into […]
Airbnb guests no longer have to wash the dishes or strip the beds at checkout
Airbnb guests can say goodbye to checkout chores like washing dishes, stripping beds and taking out the trash under a new policy announced this week.
Execution staff warned IV site might have ‘blown’ during Christa Pike’s execution attempt
Tennessee execution team members failed multiple times to establish working IV lines in Christa Pike’s arms before her attempted execution and warned that some of her veins may have ruptured, or “blown,” before she was injected with pentobarbital, her attorney wrote in a court document filed Thursday.
Rising gold prices aren’t stopping Diwali shoppers, but they’re changing what they buy
As gold prices continue to increase, shoppers are buying smaller jewellery items and making more cautious spending decisions ahead of Diwali. For many South Asian families, buying gold or silver during the festive season is a long-standing tradition passed down through generations. However, this year, traditions like giving jewellery are coming at a higher cost. […]
Europe’s killer heat this summer claims 50,000 lives. Climate change blamed for two-thirds of deaths
WASHINGTON (AP) — Blistering record heat in Europe this summer helped kill more than 50,000 people, with nearly two-thirds of that death toll blamed on human-caused climate change, a new study found.
With lockout looming, the World Series could be Major League Baseball’s last games for a while
MILWAUKEE (AP) — On the eve of the World Series, there is a realization these may be Major League Baseball's last games for a while.
The 4 soldiers killed in fast-moving fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta
WAINWRIGHT — Four Armed Forces members were killed when a fast-moving fire overwhelmed soldiers during a training exercise at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, southeast of Edmonton, on Saturday. Dozens of others were injured, with 27 remaining in hospital as of Thursday.
Driver in hospital after 2-vehicle collision in Leaside
The driver of a flipped car in a two-vehicle collision was rushed to hospital on Thursday evening, police say. Police were called to Bayview Avenue and McRae Drive just before 7:15 p.m. for reports of a crash. Officers say the driver of the flipped vehicle was extricated and transported to hospital. The extent of the […]
1 person in hospital after 2-vehicle collision in North York
One person is in the hospital after a two-vehicle collision in North York Thursday evening. Police were called to Steeles Avenue East and Victoria Park Avenue around 7:10 p.m. for reports of a crash. Officers say everyone involved remained on scene, and one person was taken to a hospital. However, the extent of the injuries […]
Intake of Crime Stoppers tips in Toronto, surrounding areas paused after data breach
Toronto Crime Stoppers has temporarily stopped accepting tips after it said more than 175,000 of them were stolen by hackers earlier this year, alongside nearly 15,000 names. The pause comes after CBC reported that 1.5 million tips submitted to Canadian Crime Stoppers programs over the last 25 years were exposed in a massive data breach. […]
Driver returns to scene after striking pedestrian, fleeing in Scarborough: police
Toronto police say a man was taken to hospital after he was struck by a vehicle that fled but later returned to the scene in Scarborough late Thursday night. Officers were called to Eglinton Avenue East and Mason Road just before 9:45 p.m. for reports of a pedestrian struck. Investigators say the pedestrian, a man […]
Man who pled guilty in fatal boat crash off Woodbine Beach won’t serve jail time
Superior Court Justice Brees Davies said while Thamilagan Olivernicholas engaged in risky behavior by driving his boat at high speeds, jail time would have a significant impact.
Late goal lifts Maple Leafs over Rangers
Troy Stecher scored with 26.3 seconds left in regulation as the Toronto Maple Leafs topped the New York Rangers 5-4 in a back-and-forth affair for their third straight victory Thursday.
San Jose Sharks dump Ottawa Senators 6-2
The San Jose Sharks picked up their first regulation win of the season Thursday night with a 6-2 win over the Ottawa Senators.
Late lead slips away as Spitfires once again unable to find a win in extra time
It was a missed opportunity for the Windsor Spitfires.