10-hour industrial fire in Timmins battled in -30C temps
Firefighters in Timmins, Ontario, fought a massive industrial blaze for over 10 hours in freezing -30°C temperatures. The fire erupted on Laforest Road on December 14, 2025.
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STM bus drivers, metro operators vote to accept new contract
Montreal's STM transit workers have ratified a new collective agreement, securing wage increases through 2029 and preventing a potential service shutdown. Get the details on the deal.
Saskatchewan Needs Strong Privacy Laws for AI Era
An opinion piece argues Saskatchewan's cybersecurity pact is insufficient. The province needs robust privacy legislation to govern AI data use, citing real-world examples of potential breaches.
Poilievre's Conservatives to force pipeline vote next week
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre plans to force a parliamentary vote on a pipeline agreement through an opposition motion. The move, set for next week, intensifies political debate over energy policy. Read the details.
Pipeline Deal a 'Grand Concession,' Not a Grand Bargain
Analysis: The new federal-provincial pipeline MOU repeats Trans Mountain's costly lessons, critics argue, threatening climate goals and economic logic. Read the full breakdown.
Ukraine Peace Plan Criticized as Capitulation to Russia
A proposed peace plan to end the war in Ukraine is facing sharp criticism for rewarding Russian aggression and drawing historical parallels to the failed Munich Agreement of 1938.
WHO Chief Upbeat on Finalizing Pandemic Treaty
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus expresses confidence in resolving the final contentious issue of a global pandemic treaty, aiming for a deal in 2025. Learn about the progress and challenges.
Conservatives force House vote on Alberta pipeline agreement
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has tabled a motion to compel a House of Commons vote on the federal-Alberta pipeline agreement. This move intensifies political pressure on the government.
B.C. man, company settle for $30K over misleading investors
A B.C. man and his company have agreed to a $30,000 settlement after the securities commission found they misled investors and obstructed justice. Get the details on the case.
U.S. and Kenya Sign First 'America First' Health Deal
The United States and Kenya have inked the first in a series of anticipated 'America First' global health agreements. This landmark deal signals a new direction in U.S. foreign health policy. Read more about the implications.
Trump praises Congo, Rwanda after U.S.-mediated peace deal
Former President Donald Trump commends the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda for signing a U.S.-brokered peace agreement. The deal aims to ease tensions in a region long plagued by conflict.
Air Transat pilots authorize strike ahead of holidays
Air Transat pilots have voted overwhelmingly to strike as early as Dec. 10 if no deal is reached, risking major holiday travel disruptions. The union seeks a contract matching Air Canada and WestJet.
Smith's Ottawa Deal Cements Alberta Political History
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's persistence leads to a key energy agreement with Ottawa, reasserting provincial rights and drawing comparisons to Peter Lougheed. Discover the details and political implications.
Lethbridge Firefighters Union Ratifies New Contract
The City of Lethbridge and its local firefighters' union have successfully ratified a new collective agreement, ensuring continued emergency services and labour peace. Read the details of the deal.
Conrich fire prompts new automatic response pact with Chestermere
A devastating arson fire in Conrich that destroyed three homes has resulted in a new automatic response agreement between Rocky View County and Chestermere firefighters to improve emergency response times.
Fire Students Train in Dark Maze at Cambrian College
Firefighting students at Sudbury's Cambrian College honed critical lifesaving skills in a specialized, pitch-black trailer maze. This intense training prepares them for real-world emergencies.
B.C. care workers reach transition deal with province
Workers in B.C.'s long-term and assisted living facilities have ratified a new transition agreement. The deal marks a significant step for the sector's workforce.
Diageo Amherstburg Plant Closure Deal Ratified by Workers
Workers at the Diageo bottling plant in Amherstburg, Ontario, have ratified a closure agreement. The deal finalizes the shuttering of the facility, impacting hundreds of local jobs. Learn the details and implications for the community.
Separatism heats up at UCP meeting despite pipeline deal
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith confronts separatist sentiment at UCP AGM while defending new federal energy agreement. Read about the political tensions shaping Alberta's future.
Historic Alberta-Ottawa Energy Agreement Signed
Calgary Chamber CEO Deborah Yedlin analyzes the groundbreaking energy MOU between Alberta and federal governments, calling it crucial for Canada's economic future and productivity growth.
Federal-Alberta energy agreement draws mixed reactions
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith sign historic energy MOU in Calgary, drawing mixed industry and environmental reactions. Read the details.
Oak Bay and Saanich ink new policing partnership
Oak Bay and Saanich municipalities formalize new policing agreement to strengthen community safety and law enforcement cooperation across Vancouver Island regions.
Edmonton nursing care union members vote yes on deal
Alberta Union of Provincial Employees nursing care members have voted overwhelmingly to accept a new collective agreement, securing improved working conditions and benefits for healthcare workers.
Alberta-Ottawa Energy Agreement Draws Mixed Reactions
New energy agreement between Alberta and Ottawa revives west coast pipeline discussions, drawing cautious optimism and skepticism from industry and environmental groups.
Girard: Budget Depends on U.S. Trade Deal
Quebec Finance Minister Eric Girard warns that ending free trade with the U.S. would jeopardize fiscal balance. Learn how this impacts Canada's economic stability.
Quebec reaches deal with road-control officers
Quebec government secures tentative agreement with road-control officers, ending labor dispute. Details of the breakthrough in negotiations revealed.
Saskatchewan child-care funding increases to $1.6B
Ottawa announces updated $1.6 billion child-care agreement with Saskatchewan, representing significant funding increase for affordable childcare across the province.
Acadia University ratifies new staff agreement
Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia has successfully ratified a new collective agreement with librarians and lab technicians, ensuring stability for academic operations.
Saskatchewan signs 5-year child-care agreement extension
Saskatchewan has secured a five-year extension of its child-care agreement with the federal government, ensuring continued affordable childcare support for families across the province.
Quebec Premier Open to Oil Pipeline with Conditions
Quebec Premier Francois Legault expresses conditional support for potential oil pipeline development. Learn about the specific requirements and political context.
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