Politics
B.C. Expands Midwife Role to Include Abortion Care Services
British Columbia is expanding the scope of practice for midwives to include abortion care, aiming to improve access to reproductive health services across the province.
Business
11 Arrested in B.C. Illegal Gambling Probe: Cash, Vehicles Seized
British Columbia's anti-gang unit arrested 11 people in an illegal gambling investigation, seizing over $34,000 in cash and three vehicles during property searches.
Sports
WHL Draft: Blockbuster Deals Send Schmidt Back to B.C., Giants Move Down
Cameron Schmidt traded to Victoria Royals at WHL Draft. Vancouver Giants swap No. 2 pick for multiple selections, adding defenceman Vickers and centre Jugnauth.
Lifestyle
Storm Chaser Rescues Kitten from Tornado-Ravaged Trailer Park in Mississippi
Storm chaser Ashton Lemley rescued a kitten from the rubble of a tornado-destroyed trailer park in Bogue Chitto, Mississippi, after storms spawned multiple tornadoes.
Environment
Health
Allergy Season in Full Bloom in Southern Alberta
Southern Alberta and much of Canada face a particularly severe allergy season this spring, with high pollen counts affecting millions. Experts advise precautions.
Hepatitis A Exposure at Saskatoon Club
Saskatoon health officials warn of hepatitis A exposure at a downtown club. Visitors may have been exposed and are advised to monitor symptoms.
Quebec health workers get list of banned phrases on health record project
Quebec health workers received a list of phrases not to say about the digital health record project, sparking concerns over transparency and free speech.
Sudbury Boil Water Advisory Extended to Friday
Greater Sudbury's boil water advisory will remain in effect until at least Friday, May 8, as officials work to resolve the issue. Residents have flocked to water suppliers.
Charges Laid in Hate-Motivated Assault on Muslim Man
A 40-year-old St. Albert resident faces charges for allegedly assaulting a Muslim man in a hate-motivated road rage incident on May 1, 2026.
