A new study reveals development charges in Edmonton have soared 628% since 2010, the highest rate among major cities. Despite the spike, fees per unit remain the lowest, aiding affordability. Explore the details and impacts.
RBC Capital Markets warns that limited market-maker capital could strain the $13 trillion ETF industry as U.S. regulators greenlight ETF share classes of mutual funds, potentially creating a bottleneck for new listings.
Edmonton city council approved a rezoning for six condos in Crestwood after the developer changed plans from an 11-unit apartment. The decision followed intense public feedback and a lengthy hearing.
Saudi Arabia has executed a record 340 people in 2025, according to an AFP tally. The grim milestone highlights the kingdom's continued use of capital punishment. Read the full report.
A tribunal decision has cleared the final hurdle for a major three-tower condo development at the site of the former Preston Springs Hotel in Cambridge, paving the way for significant urban transformation.
Reports to Canada's human trafficking hotline have reached a record high, highlighting a crime experts call 'only the tip of the iceberg.' Learn about the hidden crisis.
Conexus Venture Capital's second fund has been oversubscribed, hitting its $30 million target to fuel high-growth tech startups in Saskatchewan. Discover how this capital injection will accelerate the province's innovation ecosystem.
Regina city council has approved opening applications for proposals to develop 'The Yards' railyard site, marking a major step in urban revitalization. Learn about the next phase for this key project.
Vancouver planning staff propose reducing developer fees and easing affordability rules to keep projects moving. The trade-offs include less funding for public art and delayed infrastructure.
Windsor police have charged two men with human trafficking after a 27-year-old woman escaped and sought help. The investigation involved multiple police units across Ontario.
Prosecutors demand severe prison terms for a LaSalle mother and daughter who forced a young woman into prostitution. The victim suffered lasting trauma, the court heard. Read the disturbing details.
A new study reveals 8 in 10 dog owners feel destined to be with their pet, with personalities often mirroring each other. Discover the fascinating bond between humans and dogs.
Kelowna city staff propose trading industrial land to preserve Kelowna Springs Golf Course as 9-hole facility while allowing partial industrial development. Read the details.
EVA AI launches world's first physical café for AI companion dates in New York City. Experts warn about impact on human connection and relationship skills.
A groundbreaking new study reveals that humans were migrating with their canine companions 10,000 years ago, reshaping our understanding of early domestication and partnership.
Explore the haunting transformation of Oudong, Cambodia's former capital, into a city of the dead. Discover ancient temples and golden relics in this fascinating historical journey.
Retired military officers and supporters gathered in Buenos Aires demanding release of former servicemen accused of human rights violations during dictatorship. Latest sign of Argentina's political shift.
Erik Burggraaf of St. Catharines awarded $28,000+ after Human Rights Tribunal finds call-centre company engaged in discriminatory practices against blind employee.
Iain Hunt's court case faces another delay as supporters wear purple to honour Trina Hunt. Read the latest developments in this ongoing legal proceeding.
Azerbaijan's government has detained an opposition leader amid continuing suppression of dissent. Learn about the ongoing political crackdown and international concerns.
A unique Christmas tree in Mexico displays photos of missing persons, transforming holiday tradition into a powerful symbol of hope and remembrance for grieving families.
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights faces criticism for a planned 'Nakba' exhibit, sparking debate over historical narratives and institutional neutrality in Canada.
Ontario government exempts Skills Development Fund recipients from municipal planning laws to accelerate workforce training. Minister David Piccini announces new policy.
Russia designates Human Rights Watch as 'undesirable,' criminalizing its work. This move is part of a wider crackdown on critics and independent groups. Stay informed on global human rights.
After a six-year mystery, human remains found in a coastal area have been identified as a British Columbia man who disappeared in 2019. Learn the details of the search and identification.
Winnipeg may impose new penalties on vehicle-for-hire drivers who fail to report suspected human trafficking cases. Learn how this initiative aims to combat exploitation.
A human trafficking survivor reveals Canada's growing crisis as she shares her harrowing experience of being lured from Hungary with false job promises. Learn her story.
A Montreal judge delays verdict in human trafficking case after Supreme Court ruling questions if drivers are protectors or pimps. Decision expected February 2025.
Montreal author Alice Switocz Goldbloom explores the overwhelming weight of modern existence, from political anxiety to digital overload, and suggests small human connections as our salvation.
Scientists identify mysterious Ethiopian foot as Australopithecus deyiremeda, a human relative that coexisted with Lucy's species over 3 million years ago, reshaping human evolution theories.