IIO: Vancouver police justified in fatal 2025 shooting
B.C.'s police watchdog says two Vancouver officers had 'no other option' but to use lethal force during a knife attack in east Vancouver in August 2025. Read the full report details.
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Calgary councillor calls $2M water main report an 'AI summary'
Calgary Coun. Jennifer Wyness criticizes a costly independent review of the 2024 feeder main break, urging focus on repairs first. Discover the panel's findings and the city's next steps.
Alberta minister vows no cuts to disability benefits
Alberta's Social Services Minister Jason Nixon commits to no budget cuts for AISH and new ADAP program, defends support levels ahead of July launch. Details on medical review panel revealed.
Charges Considered in Abbotsford Police-Involved Crash
B.C.'s police watchdog says an officer may have committed driving offences in a Feb. 2025 crash that injured a man. The case is now with prosecutors. Read the latest.
B.C. arrest injury involved novelty lighter resembling gun
B.C.'s police watchdog reveals a woman injured during a Vancouver Island RCMP arrest in 2024 was holding a novelty cigarette lighter that looked like a firearm. Details inside.
No charges after woman injured in Duncan arrest: IIO
B.C.'s police watchdog finds no grounds for charges after a woman was injured during an arrest in Duncan. Get the full details on the investigation's outcome.
IIO investigates Surrey scooter injury after police interaction
B.C.'s police watchdog is investigating after a man suffered serious injuries falling from a scooter following an interaction with Transit Police in Surrey last October. Witnesses are urged to come forward.
7 survival tips for Canadian employers in 2026
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines seven critical strategies for Canadian businesses to navigate the unforgiving legal landscape of 2026. Discipline, not clever tactics, is key to survival.
Saskatchewan auto insurance, electricity rates set to rise
Saskatchewan residents will see higher costs for car insurance and electricity in 2026 and 2027. Learn the proposed increases, why they're needed, and how the approval process works.
Brym: Lewis, IJV Gaslighting on Antisemitism in Canada
Sociologist Robert Brym counters claims by NDP's Avi Lewis and Independent Jewish Voices, presenting data showing antisemitism and anti-Jewish hate crimes are a severe issue for Canadian Jews.
How 'Lazy Parenting' Fosters Independent, Capable Kids
A mother of four shares how stepping back from perfectionism and embracing 'benign neglect' helped her children become more self-reliant and confident. Learn the key strategies backed by child psychology.
Police watchdog investigates deadly Fraser Valley crash
B.C.'s police watchdog is investigating a fatal crash in the Fraser Valley. Meanwhile, coinciding high tides and a storm surge bring a flood risk to the South Coast this weekend.
CNN's Abby Phillip Bluntly Corrects Misleading Walz Claim
CNN's Abby Phillip delivers a sharp correction after a right-wing pundit defends a misleading claim about Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and fraud investigations. Get the full fact-checked story.
Alberta RCMP, union oppose provincial police service plan
The Alberta RCMP and the National Police Federation push back against a panel's recommendation to create a provincial police force, calling it a costly distraction from more pressing issues. Read the latest.
Canada's Top 30 Bestselling Books for Dec. 27 Revealed
Discover the top 30 bestselling books in Canadian independent bookstores for the week of Dec. 27, featuring new releases from Margaret Atwood, Louise Penny, and more. See what Canadians were reading this holiday season.
IIO investigates police role in B.C. mother's death
B.C.'s police watchdog is investigating the role of officers prior to the death of Pamela Jarvis, a 45-year-old mother allegedly killed by her husband. Get the latest details.
New York filmmaker Amos Poe dies at 76
Amos Poe, a key figure in the 1970s New York underground film scene, has passed away at 76. His work helped launch the careers of music icons like Blondie and Talking Heads.
Police Watchdog Investigates Surrey Incident on Christmas
B.C.'s Independent Investigations Office is investigating a police-related incident at a Whalley gas station in Surrey on December 25. Details remain limited as the probe begins.
IIO investigates RCMP call in Port Alberni where man was injured
B.C.'s police watchdog is investigating after a man was seriously injured during an RCMP response in Port Alberni on December 23, 2025. The IIO confirms the man was not associated with the initial call.
Top 30 Canadian Bestselling Books for Dec. 20 Revealed
Discover the 30 bestselling books in Canada for the week of December 20, compiled from sales data at over 250 independent bookstores. See which fiction and non-fiction titles topped the charts.
Wide High-Grade Zn, Ag, Au Hits at Berrigan Property
TomaGold Corporation intersects significant zinc, silver, and gold mineralization over wide widths in initial drill holes on the Berrigan claims in Québec's Chibougamau camp. Results include 6.68% ZnEq over 48 metres.
Alberta Next Referendum Recommendations Pose Political Risk
The Alberta Next panel's call for referendums on a provincial pension and police force could revive unpopular debates, risking the UCP's electoral standing. Read the analysis.
Two severely injured in police intervention in Inukjuak
Quebec's independent police watchdog is investigating a police intervention in Inukjuak that resulted in two people suffering severe injuries. Details emerge as the BEI takes over the case.
Man dies after arrest in northern B.C., IIO investigates
A man has died in hospital following an arrest by police in northern British Columbia. The province's Independent Investigations Office has been called in to examine the circumstances.
Alberta Next panel recommends CPP referendum, provincial police
Premier Danielle Smith defends Alberta Next panel's seven recommendations, including a referendum on exiting the CPP and creating a provincial police service. The report's release timing is questioned.
Alberta panel recommends 2026 referendums on key issues
A panel chaired by Premier Danielle Smith recommends Alberta hold referendums in 2026 on a provincial pension plan, immigration control, and constitutional changes. Learn the key findings.
Alberta panel urges referendum to quit Canada Pension Plan
An Alberta government panel recommends a public referendum on leaving the Canada Pension Plan. Premier Danielle Smith's government considers the move. Learn the details and implications.
Alberta's 2026 Referendum to Vote on Immigration Control
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith confirms a provincial referendum in October 2026 will include a vote on gaining more control over immigration, citing federal mismanagement and strong public support.
Sask. company fined $40K for workplace glass panel injury
A Saskatchewan advertising company faces a $40,000 fine after a worker was seriously injured by falling glass panels. Learn about the safety violations and legal consequences.
Christian Dubé resigns as Quebec health minister
Quebec Health Minister Christian Dubé has resigned from the CAQ cabinet and will sit as an independent. The surprise move comes a week after a deal with family doctors. Read the latest developments.
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