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Earth more flammable due to global heating

Earth more flammable due to global heating

Last decade worst for heat and fire, says researcher
Strike averted: 71% in favour of Cargill contract

Strike averted: 71% in favour of Cargill contract

'We are pleased to have reached an agreement that is comprehensive, fair and reflective of their commitment to excellence at Cargill.'
Canadian ambassador to China Dominic Barton tenders resignation

Canadian ambassador to China Dominic Barton tenders resignation

The announcement comes three months after the release of two Canadians — Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor — who were first arrested and detained in December 2018 by Chinese authorities.
Keep pets safe from holiday hazards

Keep pets safe from holiday hazards

A home can be filled with hidden dangers to dogs and cats
Military repairing cracks in the tails of most CH-148 Cyclone helicopters

Military repairing cracks in the tails of most CH-148 Cyclone helicopters

The Air Force said the Sikorsky-made aircraft have not been grounded or placed on an operational pause.
Justin Bieber shows his love of Timmy's with new 'Timbiebs' and merch

Justin Bieber shows his love of Timmy's with new 'Timbiebs' and merch

New flavoured timbits and exclusive merch aim to bring younger customers into Canada's favourite coffee shop
Ottawa announces $14.7 million to fight aquatic invasive species in mountain parks

Ottawa announces $14.7 million to fight aquatic invasive species in mountain parks

Environment and Climate Change Canada said the parks are vulnerable to non-native species of mussels as well as the parasite that causes whirling disease in fish.
Sellers beware: New scam exploits language barrier to request funds

Sellers beware: New scam exploits language barrier to request funds

A St. Albert woman wants people to be aware of a new scam she has encountered when selling online.
Lawsuit filed against guide, alpine school, ACMG claims negligence, breach of duty

Lawsuit filed against guide, alpine school, ACMG claims negligence, breach of duty

A British Columbia man is taking a guide, an alpine school and the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides to court following a guided trip in July that he is claiming left him with multiple injuries.
Alberta premier's office counters lawsuit filed by former employee

Alberta premier's office counters lawsuit filed by former employee

The premier’s office, in a statement of defence to Ariella Kimmel's lawsuit, says she was let go because she openly gossiped, criticized, and shared personal details about colleagues and supervisors. 
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