Staples Canada resold laptops with customer data: probe
An investigation reveals Staples Canada resold refurbished laptops with previous owners' personal data still on them, raising serious privacy concerns. Learn the details and implications.
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Alberta's top doctor to provide flu update amid high cases
Alberta's chief medical officer will provide an update on the influenza season, which has seen over 13,150 cases since August. Get the latest public health details.
Data Engineer Roles Thrive in Toronto Amid Tech Sector Shift
While the tech sector softens, data engineering skills remain in high demand in Toronto. A new 2026 learning bundle offers a path to master tools like Databricks and Python for career resilience.
Acronis Unveils New Archival Storage Solution for MSPs
Acronis introduces Archival Storage, a cost-efficient, compliance-ready solution for long-term data retention, designed for Canadian MSPs and SMBs. Learn about its key features.
Federal push for stronger Western Canada power grid ties
The federal government is working to improve electrical interconnections between Western provinces, citing surging energy demands from AI data centres and the need for grid reliability. Learn about the plans and funding.
Vancouver's Rec Centres Face Safety and Capacity Crisis
A 13-year-old's letter highlights Vancouver's underfunded recreation centres, citing falling concrete and overcrowding. The city must invest to keep residents healthy and safe. Read the full story.
Kepler launches satellites on SpaceX rocket for space data centres
Toronto startup Kepler launches 10 optical satellites on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, pioneering space-based data centres for defence and commercial missions. Read about Canada's growing space economy.
Southeast Asia's resilient online scam industry
The massive online fraud industry in Southeast Asia, with hubs in Myanmar and Cambodia, persists due to corruption, weak governance, and organized crime. Learn why it's so hard to stop.
Fatal Head-On Crash in Central Alberta Claims One Life
A tragic head-on collision in central Alberta has resulted in one fatality. Get the latest details on the crash and ongoing safety concerns for Alberta highways.
Minnesota child care centers in viral video fraud probe operating normally
Minnesota investigators report child care centres accused of fraud in a viral video are currently operating. Discover the details of the investigation and what steps authorities are taking next.
Leduc County targeted in Christmas Day cyber attack
Leduc County was the target of a cybersecurity attack on December 25, disrupting services. Officials are investigating the breach and working to restore systems.
Alberta flu deaths climb to 73, 15 added in data update
Alberta's flu season has taken a grim turn with 15 additional deaths reported, bringing the seasonal total to 73. Public health officials urge vaccination as cases rise.
Cold Snap Drives Surge at Ottawa Shelters and Drop-in Centres
Ottawa shelters and drop-in centres report a sharp rise in demand as temperatures plummet. The Ottawa Mission's nightly waitlist has doubled, while centres scramble to provide meals, warmth, and winter gear.
Alberta separation petition can now collect signatures
The Alberta Prosperity Project has received legal approval to gather signatures for a petition on provincial separation. This move coincides with political shifts, including a new environment minister.
Alberta minister on teachers' strike, notwithstanding clause
Alberta's Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides reflects on the historic 2025 teachers' strike, the use of the notwithstanding clause, and his pledge to rebuild trust with educators. Read the full interview.
$12.8B Swiss-Backed Data Centre Plan for Alberta
A European-backed data centre project in Alberta could be worth $12.8 billion, leveraging the province's natural gas for AI computing power. Discover the details of this major investment.
Edmonton activates extreme weather response for New Year's
Edmonton launches its extreme weather response starting January 1, 2026, to protect vulnerable residents from harsh winter conditions. Get the latest details on warming centres and safety measures.
Alberta explores potential provincial policing model
Alberta is examining a provincial policing model to replace the RCMP. Explore the potential structure, costs, and implications for communities across the province.
SoftBank buys DigitalBridge for $3B in AI infrastructure push
Japanese giant SoftBank agrees to a $3 billion cash deal for DigitalBridge, aiming to capitalize on soaring AI-driven demand for data centres and digital infrastructure. Get the full details.
Batshaw launches campaign for vulnerable Quebec youth
The Batshaw Youth and Family Centres Foundation has launched a new awareness campaign featuring Jasmine Brown to support at-risk young people in Quebec. Learn how you can help.
Tech Firms Shift $120B AI Data Centre Debt Off Books
Major tech companies have used complex SPV financing to shield $120 billion in AI data centre spending from their balance sheets, raising concerns about hidden financial risks for Wall Street investors. Read the full analysis.
Navy Reactors Proposed to Power AI Data Centres
A Texas power developer has filed a plan to use decommissioned US Navy nuclear reactors to power data centres, aiming to meet surging AI energy demands. The project could be online by 2029.
Alberta Separation Referendum Question Approved
Elections Alberta has approved a proposed referendum question on provincial independence. The Alberta Prosperity Project now must gather nearly 178,000 signatures to proceed.
CPPIB, Goodman invest US$2.6B in European data centres
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Australia's Goodman Group are investing US$2.6 billion to build AI data centres in Europe. Construction starts mid-2026.
AI Boom Forces Dirty Power Plants Back Online
The explosive growth of AI data centres is straining Canada's power grid, forcing utilities to reactivate polluting 'peaker' plants to meet surging electricity demand. Discover the environmental impact.
Google's Parent Alphabet Buys Intersect Power for $4.75 Billion
Alphabet Inc. makes a massive $4.75 billion deal to buy clean energy developer Intersect Power, securing power for its AI data centres amid soaring energy demands. Read the full story.
Batshaw's 'Santa Frank' Delivers Holiday Joy to Kids
Frank Campanile transforms into 'Santa Frank' each year, leading a massive gift-giving operation for thousands of children connected to Batshaw Youth and Family Centres. Discover the heartwarming story.
Flawed U.S. Inflation Data Undermines Trump's Claims
A problematic November 2025 U.S. inflation report, marred by a federal shutdown, casts doubt on cooling price data and President Trump's affordability victory claims. Wall Street labels it 'a mess'.
Edmonton Council Weighs Paid Parking at City Facilities
Edmonton city council is exploring options to introduce paid parking at popular municipal attractions, including the zoo and recreation centres. Learn about the potential changes and their implications.
Alberta's Data Centre Boom Powered by Natural Gas
Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta's $100 billion data centre goal is now attainable after federal Clean Electricity Regulations were suspended, paving the way for natural gas power. Read more.
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