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Lansdowne 2.0: Ottawa's Billion-Dollar Gamble

Ottawa's ambitious Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment faces mounting scrutiny over financial risks, transparency concerns, and questionable assumptions that could leave taxpayers bearing the burden.

Pharma Veteran Dr. Andreas Wallnofer Joins Optigo Board

Optigo Biotherapeutics strengthens leadership with renowned pharmaceutical expert Dr. Andreas Wallnofer joining its Board of Directors as the company progresses toward Investigational New Drug (IND) enabling studies.

Bolton's infamous parking lot fence finally removed

After nearly a decade of community frustration, the controversial fence that split two Bolton plazas has been removed, restoring pedestrian access and ending what locals called a 'parking lot nightmare.'

North Vancouver's First Seawater Swimming Facility

North Vancouver is set to become home to British Columbia's groundbreaking open seawater swimming facility at the Burrard Inlet, offering year-round swimming in filtered ocean waters with stunning mountain views.

New Swimming Deck Coming to Burrard Inlet

Metro Vancouver announces ambitious plan to build permanent swimming deck in Burrard Inlet, marking significant step toward swimmable waterfront and climate-resilient infrastructure.

Calgary Courts Issue Major Sentences for Crimes

Recent Calgary court proceedings resulted in significant sentences for crimes including fentanyl trafficking, aggravated assault, and fraud. Get the latest on who was sentenced and for what offenses.

Manitoba Offers $1 for Winnipeg's Lemay Forest Land

The Manitoba government has proposed purchasing approximately 80 acres of city-owned land surrounding Lemay Forest for a symbolic $1, sparking debate about conservation versus development in Winnipeg.

158 BC drug deaths in September 2025: coroner

British Columbia's toxic drug supply continues to claim lives at an alarming rate, with 158 deaths reported in September 2025. New data reveals the devastating human cost of the ongoing public health emergency.

Ontario Minister's Wife Involved in Grant Decisions

Ontario's opposition parties are raising serious questions about the involvement of Labour Minister Monte McNaughton's wife in awarding millions through the Skills Development Fund, with concerns about transparency and potential conflicts of interest.

BC records 158 toxic drug deaths in September

British Columbia's drug toxicity crisis continues to claim lives at an alarming rate, with new coroner data revealing 158 deaths in September and over 2,000 fatalities so far in 2024.

Mapping Calgary's Secondary Suite Revolution

Exclusive data reveals where secondary suites are transforming Calgary's neighbourhoods. Discover the hot spots and trends reshaping urban living in Alberta's largest city.

Kingston Drug Bust: Fentanyl, Cocaine Seized

Kingston police make significant drug bust with fentanyl, cocaine, and cash seized. One resident faces multiple charges in Ontario's ongoing battle against opioid crisis.

Sudbury Police Seize Loaded Shotgun, Three Charged

Greater Sudbury Police executed a high-risk search warrant, uncovering a loaded shotgun, ammunition, and drugs. Three individuals now face multiple criminal charges in this significant weapons seizure operation.

Canadian Game Developers Fear AI Industry Takeover

Canadian video game creators warn that unchecked AI integration threatens jobs, creativity, and the very soul of gaming. Industry experts reveal the dark side of artificial intelligence in game development.

Top FDA Drug Official Resigns Amid Federal Probe

The FDA's principal deputy commissioner, Dr. Namandjé Bumpus, resigns following federal probe into undisclosed concerns about her conduct, marking significant leadership shakeup.

Halifax CBSA seizes 800kg of drugs for UK

Canadian border agents in Halifax make one of largest drug seizures in port's history, stopping over 800kg of illegal substances hidden in shipping container en route to United Kingdom.

Pregnant British teen freed after Dubai drug conviction

A 19-year-old pregnant British student has been released from Dubai prison after being found guilty of smuggling cocaine. Learn how she avoided a potential life sentence in this dramatic international case.

Area 506 Wraps Record-Breaking Fourth Season

Saint John's vibrant waterfront container village, Area 506, concludes its most successful season yet with expanded programming and unprecedented community engagement in New Brunswick's port city.

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