Tecumseh loses $3.2M over fourplex refusal
Tecumseh council's decision to reject 'as-of-right' fourplex housing has cost the town $3.2M in federal funds and jeopardizes millions more. A councillor calls it 'extremely disappointing.'
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Supreme Court Set to Issue Rulings, Trump Tariffs Case Pending
The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to release key rulings, with a major case on Trump-era tariffs still pending. This decision could have significant implications for international trade and economic policy.
B.C. Court Awards $18M in Fraud Case After Defendants Cease Participation
A Vancouver investor has won an $18-million fraud judgment in B.C. Supreme Court after the defendants stopped participating in the litigation. Get the full details on this major legal victory.
Supreme Court Justice Sheilah Martin Announces Retirement
Justice Sheilah Martin, a former University of Calgary dean, will retire from the Supreme Court of Canada at the end of May 2024 after over six years of service.
Young Canadian lottery winner picks $1K/week for life
A 20-year-old Montreal lottery winner chose $1,000 weekly for life over a $1 million lump sum, sparking a national debate on financial wisdom. Experts and Canada's richest man weigh in.
Supreme Court Justice Sheilah Martin to retire May 30
Supreme Court of Canada Justice Sheilah Martin will retire on May 30, 2026. The announcement marks the end of a significant judicial career. Read about her legacy and what's next for Canada's highest court.
London Council Reverses $3.1M Fee for Newcomer Housing
London city councillors have waived a contentious $3.1 million development charge for an affordable housing project by the Cross Cultural Learner Centre, ending a dispute over support for newcomers.
Tecumseh loses $3.2M over fourplex decision
The Town of Tecumseh forfeits $3.2 million in federal housing funds after council rejects fourplex zoning. The decision impacts local infrastructure projects.
N.B. worker fired for Nazi-Zionist comment reinstated
An arbitrator has ruled a New Brunswick paper mill worker fired for equating Zionists to Nazis must be reinstated with a four-month unpaid suspension. The decision highlights workplace policy limits.
Supreme Court's 10-Year Move to Temporary Home
Canada's Supreme Court will relocate to a temporary home this summer for a decade-long, $1B+ renovation of its crumbling 80-year-old building. Get the latest on the delayed project.
Coutts blockade participant loses parole appeal
An Alberta man convicted for his role in the 2022 Coutts border protest has lost his appeal against a parole board decision. Read the full details of the court's ruling.
FOBO: The Hidden Cost of Endless Choices
Experts explain FOBO, the 'fear of a better option,' its damaging mental health effects, and practical strategies to overcome decision paralysis in a world of abundance.
Carney Promises Quebec Place in Federal Decision-Making
Liberal Leader Mark Carney vows to give Quebecers a direct voice in Ottawa if elected. Get the details on his 2025 campaign pledge for Quebec's role.
Canada's 2026 Strategy on Trump Tariffs and CUSMA
Expert Christopher Sands outlines pivotal U.S.-Canada issues for 2026, including a Supreme Court ruling on Trump's tariffs and the CUSMA review. Discover Canada's potential leverage.
B.C. Court Rulings Jeopardize Private Property Rights
Two recent B.C. court decisions undermine private property rights, threatening the province's economic foundation. Analysis of the Cowichan Tribes and Gitxaala rulings and their implications.
Quebec Appeals to Supreme Court Over Gaspé Riding
The Quebec government will ask the Supreme Court of Canada to overturn a ruling that invalidated a law delaying the elimination of a Gaspé Peninsula riding. Read the latest on this constitutional battle.
B.C. Court Orders Explanation of Millions Sent to Disbarred Lawyer
A B.C. Supreme Court judge has ordered an alleged U.S. fraudster to account for millions sent to a disbarred Vancouver lawyer. Get the latest on this cross-border financial mystery.
Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Guard Deployment in Chicago
The U.S. Supreme Court refused to allow the Trump administration to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago for immigration enforcement. This marks a rare legal setback for the administration.
Sudbury removes fire boat from auction after backlash
The City of Sudbury reversed its decision to auction a Skead fire rescue boat after residents and their councillor intervened. This rare about-face highlights community power in municipal decisions.
N.S. murder accused awaits bail, victim's mother speaks
A Nova Scotia man charged with murder awaits a bail decision. The victim's mother shares her enduring pain as the case continues through the justice system.
Musqueam Band Appeals Court Decision, Assures Private Property Safety
Musqueam Chief Wayne Sparrow addresses concerns over land rights appeal, emphasizing the band is not targeting private property. Read the full story on the Cowichan decision.
$1B in B.C. loan guarantees needed after Cowichan ruling
A property tax expert warns the B.C. government's $150M loan guarantee promise falls far short of the potential $1B needed to backstop financing after the Cowichan Aboriginal title decision. Read the full analysis.
Mother who killed daughter gets day parole in Nova Scotia
Penny Boudreau, serving life for murdering her 12-year-old daughter in 2008, has been granted six months of day parole. The Parole Board cites her 'observable positive changes'.
Supreme Court Quebec Secularism Law Hearings March 23
Canada's Supreme Court will begin hearings on Quebec's controversial secularism law, Bill 21, on March 23, 2026. The landmark case will examine the law's constitutionality and its impact on religious freedoms.
Supreme Court Allows Texas to Use Trump-Backed Map
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that Texas can proceed with a controversial congressional map backed by former President Trump for the upcoming midterm elections. Get the latest details on this pivotal decision.
Israel to compete in Eurovision 2026 after EBU vote shelved
The EBU confirms Israel's participation in Eurovision 2026 after scrapping a proposed vote. Spain, Ireland, and Netherlands announce boycotts. Get the full story on the controversy.
B.C. murderer found in contempt for refusing to testify
A Vancouver judge has found a convicted murderer in contempt of court for refusing to answer questions, citing the 'inmate code.' The ruling highlights tensions between court orders and prison culture.
10,000 Cases Tossed Yearly Over Trial Delays in Canada
A staggering 10,000 criminal cases, including murder and sexual assault, are stayed annually in Canada due to court delays. As governments argue before the Supreme Court, victims' rights hang in the balance.
Costco Sues Over Trump Tariffs for Refund Guarantee
Costco and dozens of other major companies are suing the Trump administration to secure refunds if the Supreme Court strikes down controversial global tariffs. Read the latest on this high-stakes trade battle.
Ex-Alberta doctor exempt from sex offender registry
A former Calgary anesthesiologist convicted of sexual assault will not be listed on Canada's national sex offender registry. Learn the details of the court's controversial decision.
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