Alberta is Canada's most economically free province, yet places only 30th in North America, trailing 29 U.S. states. The Fraser Institute's 2025 report highlights a significant continental gap.
North Bay Police Service credits its special constable program for successful recruitment, as two recruits sworn in as full-time constables. Chief highlights the pathway's effectiveness.
North Bay hosts Ontario's top curlers this week for the 2026 Men's and Women's Provincial Championships. Get the latest details from the Granite Club.
Toronto police are investigating a suspicious death after a body was discovered in Gwendolen Park, North York, on January 7. Emergency crews responded to the scene.
Police in North Vancouver have arrested suspects following a bear spray assault on mall employees. Get the latest details on the disturbing incident and the ongoing investigation.
North Bay police have laid a stunt driving charge after a vehicle was timed at 95 km/h in a community safety zone with a 40 km/h limit. Read the details of the dangerous incident.
Toronto police are investigating a shooting in North York that left one man with serious injuries. Get the latest details on the incident and ongoing police response.
Toronto police are investigating a fire at a North York passport office as a suspected arson case. One man is in custody following the December 29 incident.
Extreme heat forecasts threaten to impact the 2026 FIFA World Cup across North American host cities. Learn about the climate challenges facing the tournament.
North Korea's state media has released images showing apparent progress in constructing a nuclear-powered submarine, raising international security concerns. Read the latest analysis.
A 58-year-old North Bay man faces multiple charges, including impaired driving and failing to stop, after a collision at a major intersection. Get the latest details on the incident.
For the 68th consecutive year, NORAD is ready to track Santa's Christmas Eve journey. The 22 Wing/CFB North Bay crew in Northern Ontario is on standby to monitor his approach to Canada.
North Bay Police have arrested a Southern Ontario man on attempted murder charges following a December 19th shooting near Seymour St. and Highway 11/17. Get the latest details.
Healthcare workers and union members rallied in North Bay, calling on the Ontario government to reverse planned job cuts at the North Bay Regional Health Centre.
A 28-year-old pedestrian suffered life-altering injuries in a crash with a snowplow on Highway 11 in North Bay. The highway has since reopened following an OPP investigation. Get the latest details.
North Bay OPP are investigating an overnight shooting near Seymour St. that left one person injured. Police are urging witnesses to come forward.
Jack Mintz argues the sharp rise of state capitalism in Canada and the U.S. in 2025 is a dangerous departure from tradition that will fail. Read the analysis.
A new report ranks Canada as the 12th freest country globally, highlighting a concerning worldwide decline in human freedom. Explore the findings and Canada's position.
A new Fraser Institute report reveals a sharp decline in human freedoms worldwide, with Canada holding steady at 13th place. Switzerland tops the list, while Hong Kong's ranking plummets.
U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene announces engagement to journalist Brian Glenn. The conservative couple shared the news from a Washington, D.C. steakhouse.
Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating two suspicious deaths discovered in North Battleford. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The NHLPA has awarded a $10,000 grant to North Bay's North Stars hockey program, providing new gear for players with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Discover how this initiative is breaking down barriers to the sport.
The Liberal government's compromise with the Bloc Québécois to pass Bill C-9 may remove key religious protections from the Criminal Code, sparking fears of criminalizing faith. Read the analysis.
Vancouver considers a $10 fee for information requests, raising concerns about public transparency. Advocates warn it could hinder access to city data.
A University of Oklahoma instructor is on administrative leave after failing a student's essay that used the Bible to argue gender is binary. The case raises questions about academic freedom and grading policies.
Canada's Supreme Court will begin hearings on Quebec's controversial secularism law, Bill 21, on March 23, 2026. The landmark case will examine the law's constitutionality and its impact on religious freedoms.
U.S. Vice-President JD Vance addresses personal rumors while attending a high-profile ceremony. Get the full story on the political figure's public response.
The United States and Kenya have inked the first in a series of anticipated 'America First' global health agreements. This landmark deal signals a new direction in U.S. foreign health policy. Read more about the implications.
The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon, alleging a crackdown on press freedoms. Get the latest details on this major legal and media confrontation.
Prime Minister Mark Carney's new Quebec lieutenant, Joël Lightbound, brings a history of bold, independent actions, from protesting his own government to criticizing pandemic politics. Explore his unpredictable path.