Blind Ontario man wins $28,000 in discrimination case
Erik Burggraaf of St. Catharines awarded $28,000+ after Human Rights Tribunal finds call-centre company engaged in discriminatory practices against blind employee.
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Saskatchewan Firearms Act Changes Receive Positive Response
Saskatchewan gun owners react positively to federal firearms act amendments while province plans separate legislation. Learn about the ongoing debate over fair compensation.
Landlords Support Bill 60, Rural Water Tax Issues Raised
Ontario landlords welcome Bill 60 reforms to Residential Tenancies Act, citing improved landlord-tenant balance. Rural residents voice concerns over Ottawa water tax implementation without support.
Local Mayors React to Boundary Adjustment Act
Mayors of Barrie, Springwater and Oro-Medonte respond to provincial boundary changes. Negotiations progress with Ontario government approval for municipal adjustments.
Ottawa councillor complaints jump to 17 in 2025
Ottawa's integrity commissioner reports a rise in complaints about disrespectful constituent communications. Learn about the new strategies to protect city staff.
Quebec driver charged after child hit near school bus
A 29-year-old Quebec man faces charges after a child was struck by a car while exiting a school bus near Deep River. OPP warns drivers of the deadly risks of failing to stop for school buses.
B.C. NDP changes Mental Health Act amid court challenge
B.C. government removes controversial 'deemed consent' provision from Mental Health Act in response to court challenge. Premier Eby defends involuntary care provisions.
Professor's Hilarious Reaction to Trump Healthcare Delay
Yale professor Zack Cooper's priceless facial expressions went viral after Trump's healthcare proposal was abruptly postponed during live CNN interview. Discover the political drama behind the delay.
Republicans Challenge Michigan Overseas Voting Law
Michigan Republicans file lawsuit to strike down decades-old law allowing military families overseas to vote. Legal battle could impact 2026 midterm elections.
B.C. Amends Mental Health Act to Protect Workers
B.C. government proposes amendments to the Mental Health Act to provide stronger legal protections for health workers delivering involuntary patient care. Learn about the changes.
CRTC Drops Canadian Content Rules for Porn
The CRTC has announced that pornography will no longer be subject to Canadian content quotas, exempting adult programming from CanCon requirements. Learn what this means for the industry.
Egyptians Vote in Second Phase of Parliamentary Elections
Egyptians participate in the second phase of parliamentary elections as the nation continues its democratic process. Get the latest updates on this significant political event.
Inquest into 2021 death at Ottawa detention centre
A mandatory inquest has been announced into the 2021 death of Taher Hashemi at the Ottawa-Carleton Detention Centre. The probe aims to examine the circumstances and prevent future deaths.
Thailand's Last Hunter-Gatherers Seek Land Rights
Thailand's final hunter-gatherer communities are battling for official land rights recognition. Learn about their struggle to preserve ancient traditions in modern Thailand.
Supreme Court Blocks Texas Gerrymandering Decision
U.S. Supreme Court halts lower court ruling that found Texas congressional map likely racially biased. Latest development in ongoing voting rights battle.
Supreme Court Blocks Texas Redistricting Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a lower court ruling against Texas' 2026 congressional map. The decision could impact elections and voting rights nationwide. Follow this developing story.
UN human rights expert demands U.S. end Cuba sanctions
A UN human rights expert calls for immediate lifting of U.S. sanctions against Cuba, citing humanitarian concerns and economic impact. Read the latest developments.
Toronto police arrest man for indecent act on camera
Toronto Police have arrested a man after a security camera allegedly captured him committing an indecent act. Learn the details of the investigation and public safety response.
Alberta Proposes Three-Tier Doctor Practice Model
Alberta's UCP government plans hybrid health care allowing doctors to work in public and private systems simultaneously. Learn how this could change Canadian medicine.
Eurovision Changes Voting After Israeli Interference Claims
Eurovision announces major voting and security reforms following allegations of Israeli government interference in the 2025 contest. Learn how the competition plans to restore integrity.
Carney's chief of staff draws rebuke for ethics comparison
PM Mark Carney's chief of staff, Marc-André Blanchard, faces Conservative criticism for comparing Carney's extensive ethics screen to that of Stephen Harper's former chief of staff. Discover the details of the conflict of interest review.
Ontario's New 'Buy Ontario' Act Protects Local Jobs
Ontario's new legislation mandates public sector to prioritize local goods and services first, supporting provincial businesses and workers as part of a $220-billion economic plan.
Trump 'Crashing Out' Over Epstein Ties
Rep. Jasmine Crockett delivers scorching testimony about Trump's Epstein relationship during House hearing. Learn about the political fallout and transparency demands.
Campaign Pushes Ottawa to Re-table Online Safety Bill
Children's safety advocates demand Canadian government reintroduce Online Harms Act by Dec 31, citing 45% rise in child exploitation cases. New name proposed: Online Safety Act.
Trump Rolls Back Endangered Species Act Rules
The Trump administration proposes eliminating automatic protections for threatened species, sparking environmental concerns. Learn how this affects Canadian wildlife.
Canada Scraps Greenwashing Rule for Climate Claims
Mark Carney's government proposes removing requirement for companies to back environmental claims with internationally recognized methodology, sparking greenwashing concerns.
Senate unanimously passes Epstein files bill, stunning Daily Show
Daily Show correspondent Ronny Chieng was left speechless as the Senate unanimously passed the Jeffrey Epstein files bill using a rare procedure. Discover how this political surprise unfolded.
CNN Panel Clashes Over Trump-Epstein Links
CNN panelists debate Trump's connection to Jeffrey Epstein amid pending document releases. The Epstein Transparency Act moves forward as bipartisan Senate vote sends legislation to president.
Kingsville halts OPP board payments in funding dispute
Kingsville suspends payments to the Essex OPP board over a funding formula disagreement. Learn how this impacts police oversight and public safety in the region.
Kingsville opposes Ford's conservation authority merger
Kingsville council unanimously opposes the Ford government's plan to merge Ontario's 36 conservation authorities, citing concerns over financial impact and loss of local control over flooding and conservation matters.
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