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.
A federal firearms buyback pilot in Cape Breton collected 25 guns from 16 owners, paying $26,535 in compensation. The government is analyzing data before a national rollout.
A federal pilot program in Cape Breton saw 16 participants surrender 25 prohibited firearms for $26,535 in compensation. The national rollout is set for later this month.
Nova Scotia introduces a 10% discount on Community Supported Agriculture subscriptions to boost local food access and support farmers. Learn how this initiative strengthens food security.
Allegations of a cash-for-visa scheme within Canada's Startup Visa Program have led to its cancellation, serving as a warning about using citizenship for talent recruitment. Learn the details and the government's new plans.
Chinese regulators will investigate Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus, announced in early 2026. This probe highlights growing global scrutiny of Big Tech deals involving sensitive artificial intelligence technology.
Ottawa's pilot program collected 25 prohibited guns as Quebec pledges support with a $12M federal compensation deal. Learn about provincial reactions and the national rollout plan.
Two new billboards in Winnipeg are part of a national effort to locate Tresor Horimbere, one of Canada's most wanted. The BOLO Program urges public tips.
Disabled Albertans face anxiety over proposed AISH reforms, including new medical panels and reduced payments under ADAP. Advocates warn of pushing people into deep poverty.
The U.S. State Department has broadened its list of nations subject to a visa bond requirement of up to US$15,000. The policy shift, announced in early 2026, adds new layers to U.S. immigration policy.
Montreal's Azimut Medical has created innovative inflatable pants that deploy upon a fall to protect hips. This breakthrough in senior safety could reduce fracture rates. Learn about this Canadian medical technology.
A new rule requiring people to take prescribed safer drugs in front of a witness in B.C. has critics warning of unintended consequences for overdose prevention. Learn why advocates are concerned.
Meta Platforms Inc. acquires Singapore-based AI agent startup Manus in a deal valued at over US$2 billion, marking a major move in Zuckerberg's AI strategy and severing the company's Chinese investor ties.
Audrey Morris, a 19-year-old facing deportation from Denmark, speaks out after Elon Musk suggested visa exemptions for '8 or above level hotness.' Read her reaction and the online backlash.
Meta announces acquisition of Chinese-founded AI startup Manus, marking a significant investment to enhance its advanced artificial intelligence portfolio and infrastructure.
Amid a dramatic rise in antisemitic incidents in Canada, a new U.S.-based program is helping Jewish families relocate to Tulsa, Oklahoma, offering legal and financial support.
A Russian-Ukrainian couple in Calgary, who fled after protesting the war, face an uncertain future as their Canadian visas near expiry. Returning to Russia, they say, would be a death sentence.
Young students in Edmonton are learning vital coding skills by developing their own video games through the Code Ninjas after-school program, blending education with creativity.
A U.S. federal judge has upheld a controversial $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas, a move that could significantly impact Canadian tech firms and professionals seeking opportunities south of the border.
The U.S. State Department imposes visa bans on a former EU commissioner and four others, accusing them of coercing American tech firms to censor content. Thierry Breton responds, 'Censorship isn’t where you think it is.'
Australia has revoked the visa of a British national facing charges for displaying Nazi symbols. The move underscores the country's firm stance against hate speech and extremist ideologies.
The U.S. State Department has banned five European activists and officials, accusing them of leading campaigns to pressure American tech platforms into censoring U.S. viewpoints. Details on the policy and reactions.
Canada Border Services Agency terminates the Remote Area Border Crossing (RABC) program. Starting 2026, entry into remote areas requires a checkpoint or phone report.
An investigation reveals how Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program, vital for agriculture, can lead to the exploitation and abuse of migrant workers. Read the full story.
Canada will terminate its Remote Area Border Crossing program in 2026, requiring thousands, mostly Americans, to report by phone or in person. Learn about the changes and affected regions.
An Ottawa family of five faces deportation after a failed visa renewal. Despite a year-long review, they remain ineligible for government compensation, highlighting flaws in the immigration system. Learn their story.
Two single mothers in Surrey reveal how school programs like Wraparound and Adopt-A-School provide essential food and support, as their incomes fall far short of rent and living expenses. A fundraiser aims to raise $25,000.
A University of Regina student from Ukraine faces academic disruption as visa processing delays prevent him from writing final exams. Learn about the impact on international students.
Visa and Mastercard agree to a $167.5 million settlement over claims they conspired to keep ATM access fees high. Get the details on the class action lawsuit.
The Trump administration suspends the Diversity Visa Program after the suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings entered the U.S. through the lottery. Details on the policy shift and its context.