Canada ranks 13th as global freedoms decline sharply
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.
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.
Quebec's proposed constitution, Bill 1, faces fierce opposition from anglophone school boards who warn it strips their constitutional control and centralizes power in Quebec City. Read the details.
The family of Soleiman Faqiri calls for a formal apology from Ontario's premier and immediate implementation of prison inquest recommendations. The case highlights systemic failures.
Air Transat pilots have issued a 72-hour strike notice, leading to flight cancellations starting Monday. The union and airline clash over contract talks as the busy holiday season begins. Learn about the impact and what comes next.
Air Transat is preparing to halt operations after its pilots' union issued a 72-hour strike notice, threatening holiday travel disruptions. The airline calls union demands 'unreasonable.'
British Columbia has secured a default judgment to forfeit over $1 million in assets from a safety deposit box linked to QuadrigaCX co-founder Michael Patryn. Discover the details of this major civil forfeiture case.
Prime Minister Mark Carney's plan to reduce the federal civil service through early retirement incentives will cost $1.5 billion upfront, with annual savings of $82 million. The strategy aims to avoid layoffs.
An 18-year-old woman faces charges for allegedly taking $30,000 from a Cape Breton hockey association. Police investigation ongoing. Read the latest details.
Ottawa firefighters delivered a massive supply of toys to the Toy Mountain campaign headquarters at Carlingwood Shopping Centre on December 4, 2025, bringing holiday cheer to children in need.
Air Transat pilots have voted overwhelmingly for strike action, putting holiday travel plans in jeopardy. Learn the key dates and what passengers need to know.
Air Transat pilots have voted overwhelmingly to strike as early as Dec. 10 if no deal is reached, risking major holiday travel disruptions. The union seeks a contract matching Air Canada and WestJet.
Federal judges are taking the government to court after a proposed $28,000 salary increase was rejected. The lawsuit claims the government's reasons lack a factual foundation. Read the details.
British Columbia's government is pursuing the civil forfeiture of three Hells Angels clubhouses as part of a crackdown on organized crime. Learn about the legal strategy and its implications.
The B.C. government files a new civil forfeiture lawsuit to seize three Hells Angels clubhouses in Surrey, Mission, and Pitt Meadows, alleging they were funded by crime. Read the latest.
Quebec-based influencers have formed Canada's first nationwide association to advocate for creators, set industry standards, and provide legal support. Learn about their goals.
Former U.S. Treasury Secretary and Harvard president Larry Summers receives a lifetime ban from the American Economic Association following revelations of his communications with Jeffrey Epstein. Read the full story.
A federal jury awarded Megan Thee Stallion $75,000 after a blogger shared a non-consensual AI deepfake. The rapper described the emotional toll of the harassment. Read the full verdict details.
The historic Logan Mill in Brussels, Ontario, built in 1859, is set for a new life as a community-focused 'mini museum.' The Maitland Mills Association leads the preservation effort.
Saskatchewan Realtors Association explains why rent control worsens housing affordability. Learn why supply growth is the real solution for Canada's housing crisis.
University of Regina students establish a new association to replace URSU. Learn about the changes and what this means for campus life in Regina, Saskatchewan.
New Brunswick's real estate market experiences significant increase in active residential listings according to recent CREA report. Discover the market implications.
New Brunswick's wood producers association expresses deep concerns about potential mill closures threatening the province's forestry sector. Learn about the economic impacts.
University students in Montreal are speaking out against the Quebec government's proposed ban on prayer rooms. Learn how this affects religious freedom on campus.
Hollywood actor Kevin Spacey is confronting new civil sexual assault allegations in London's High Court, with a trial provisionally set for October 2026. Learn the latest details.
HSAA members in Alberta approve four-year collective agreement with 12% wage hike, ending 20-month contract dispute. Paramedics, therapists get additional increases.
Quebec's law society warns a new labour bill threatens unions' freedom of association, sparking heated political debate and planned protests.
Rev. Jesse Jackson has been discharged from medical care following treatment for a neurological disorder. The prominent civil rights activist continues his recovery journey.
The Mississippi barn where Emmett Till was tortured will open as a sacred memorial site by 2030, funded by a $1.5M Shonda Rhimes donation. Explore this pivotal Civil Rights history.
A B.C. tribunal ruled Vancouver isn't responsible for a tree branch that fell on a man's car. Learn about the legal reasoning and what property owners should know.
A Brampton man involved with a minor hockey association faces fraud charges exceeding $5,000. The case highlights financial accountability in community sports organizations.