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Coal tar contamination dooms London housing proposal

A confidential meeting reveals toxic coal tar soil contamination at 199 Ridout St., ending Mayor Josh Morgan's plan to build housing on a municipal parking lot. Learn the details of this environmental setback.

Nationwide Recall for No Name Beef Burgers

The CFIA has issued a Canada-wide recall for No Name brand beef burgers due to possible E. coli O157:H7 contamination. Consumers are urged to check their freezers and discard affected products.

Canada scraps plastic export ban, citing economic pressure

The federal government has quietly reversed its ban on exporting single-use plastics just before Christmas 2025. The move, citing tariffs and supply chain issues, signals a shift in environmental policy. Read the full analysis.

Gravel pit expansion near Cochrane endangers Bow River

Opponents appeal Alberta's approval of Burnco's Cochrane gravel pit expansion, citing risk of heavy metal leaching into the Bow River. A critical Environmental Appeal Board hearing is scheduled for March.

Toxic Contaminants Remain in Homes After L.A. Wildfires

A year after devastating wildfires, California residents face a hidden danger: toxic lead and asbestos lingering in their homes. Experts warn of long-term health risks as insurance battles compound the trauma.

Government Suspends Ban on Plastic Waste Exports

The Canadian government has suspended its planned ban on exporting single-use plastic waste. This policy reversal, announced December 24, 2025, marks a significant shift in environmental strategy. Read the details and implications.

Four hospitalized in Pizza Pops E. coli recall

Four people have been hospitalized following a Canada-wide recall of Pepperoni and Bacon Pizza Pops due to possible E. coli contamination. The CFIA advises consumers to check their freezers.

Pizza Pops Recalled Over E. coli Risk

The CFIA has issued a recall for specific Pizza Pops snacks due to possible E. coli contamination. Check your freezer and do not consume the affected products.

Prepackaged Foods Recalled Due to Listeria Risk

Health Canada announces a recall of several prepackaged food items from Inspired Go due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers are urged to check their products.

PeelNuts Recalled in Ontario Over Salmonella

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall for PeelNuts in Ontario due to possible salmonella contamination. Consumers are urged not to eat the product.

43 Black Friday Deals Under $30 in Canada

Discover 43 budget-friendly Black Friday deals under $30 available to Canadian shoppers. From tech gadgets to kitchen essentials and beauty products, save big without breaking the bank.

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