Abandoned Newborn Discovered at Toronto Church
Parishioners at St. Monica's Catholic Church in Toronto discovered an abandoned newborn in a shoebox. The mother has been located, and both are receiving care. Learn about safe surrender laws in Canada.
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Judge Dismisses Humboldt Broncos Families' 2018 Lawsuit
A Saskatchewan judge has ruled provincial laws do not violate charter rights, dismissing a lawsuit from five families affected by the 2018 Humboldt Broncos bus crash. Read the full ruling details.
New Serious Penalties for Drunk or Drugged Driving in Canada
Canada introduces severe new consequences for alcohol and drug-impaired driving offenses. Learn about the updated penalties and how they aim to enhance road safety nationwide.
Debate: Should Ontario Increase Highway Speed Limits?
As Alberta posts 110 km/h signs, Ontario faces calls to review its highway speed limits. Experts weigh safety, efficiency, and modern vehicle capabilities in the ongoing debate.
U.S. Sues Washington D.C. Over Gun Laws
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the District of Columbia, challenging its local firearm regulations. This legal action marks a significant federal intervention in local governance.
Australia Strengthens Laws After Bondi Terror Attack
Following the deadly mass shooting at a Sydney Hanukkah celebration, Australia's PM pledges unity and tougher hate crime legislation. Read about the national response.
Australia's NSW to Ban Terror Symbols After Bondi Attack
Following the Bondi Beach massacre, New South Wales announces a ban on terrorist group symbols and phrases like 'globalize the intifada'. Learn about the new laws and police powers.
Quebec police crack down on tailgating with $336 fines
Quebec provincial police are targeting aggressive drivers who follow too closely. Learn about the new enforcement campaign and how to avoid a costly fine.
Tougher Penalties for Impaired Driving Start 2026
New, stricter penalties for impaired drivers are coming to Ontario in 2026. Learn about the changes and how they aim to enhance road safety across the province.
Muslims Against Antisemitism Call for Canadian Action
Raheel Raza calls on spiritually-awakened Muslims to join the fight against antisemitism following the Bondi Beach attack. She demands concrete measures in Canada to combat rising hate.
Cats don't count as passengers for HOV lanes, OPP says
Ontario Provincial Police have charged a driver on Hwy. 417 for incorrectly using the HOV lane with a cat as a second occupant. Learn the rules and avoid fines.
Australia pledges new hate laws after Bondi mass shooting
Australia's leader vows new hate crime laws as Sydney mourns a 10-year-old girl killed in the Bondi mass shooting. The tragedy has sparked a national call for action.
Australia Mourns Child Victim, PM Pledges New Hate Laws
Australia grieves for 10-year-old Matilda, slain in the Bondi mass shooting. Prime Minister pledges new hate crime legislation in response to the tragedy. Full story.
Hockey, curling not joining Skate Canada's Alberta boycott
Canada's national hockey and curling bodies confirm they will not follow Skate Canada's lead in boycotting Alberta events due to provincial gender policies. Details on the sporting rift.
ISIS-Inspired Terror Attack at Sydney Hanukkah Event
Australian police confirm the Bondi Beach mass shooting was an ISIS-inspired terrorist attack. 15 killed, 25 injured as calls for stricter gun laws grow. Read the latest.
Australia Plans Tougher Gun Laws After Bondi Beach Shooting
Australian authorities pledge stricter firearm controls after a father and son killed 15 people at Bondi Beach. The tragedy has sent shockwaves through Canadian Jewish communities.
Winnipeg Jews react to Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting
Members of Winnipeg's Jewish community express profound grief and shock following the deadly Hanukkah massacre at Sydney's Bondi Beach. Details emerge as Australia considers tighter gun laws.
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.
Quebec's secularism attack on religious liberty
A controversial plan to remove religious exemptions from Canada's hate speech laws faces opposition, raising alarms about aggressive secularism in Quebec and its impact on national religious freedom.
Drunk hunter fined $1K in northwestern Ontario
A Terrace Bay man faces a $1,000 fine for careless hunting while intoxicated in October 2024. Details on the incident and Ontario's hunting safety laws.
Windsor men fined for hunting violations
Two local men from the Windsor area have been fined for multiple hunting infractions following an investigation by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Learn the details of the charges and penalties.
U.S. Navy Killed Survivors in Drug Boat Strike
Congress probes deadly U.S. military strikes on suspected drug boats near Venezuela. Lawmakers question legal basis and tactics after Navy fired on survivors.
N.L. girl's disappearance prompts calls for tougher abduction laws
The mysterious disappearance of a young woman in Newfoundland and Labrador six weeks ago has reignited demands for stronger legal measures to prevent abductions and protect the vulnerable.
Alberta's gun law resistance follows historic provincial pushback
Alberta's refusal to enforce the federal firearm buyback mirrors a Canadian tradition of provincial defiance, recalling the 2000s long-gun registry rebellion. Explore the history and its implications.
Liberals stall hate speech bill debate, risk Bloc support
The Bloc Québécois accuses the Liberals of delaying a key justice committee meeting on removing religious defences from hate speech laws, fearing political backlash. This could jeopardize the bill's passage.
Critics Warn of 'Ever-Expanding' Liberal Anti-Hate Bill
Advocates and faith groups decry changes to Bill C-9, including the removal of a religious defence for hate speech. Justice committee review sparks debate on religious freedom.
Alberta's Smith uses Sovereignty Act against federal gun laws
Premier Danielle Smith follows a federal economic agreement by invoking the Alberta Sovereignty Act to block enforcement of Ottawa's gun seizure program. Explore the political strategy.
Deportation Debate for Non-Citizen Criminals in Canada
A controversial case in Bradford, Ont., sparks a national debate on whether judges should consider immigration consequences during sentencing for serious crimes. Read the full analysis.
Alberta to Announce Firearms Rules Defying Federal Buyback
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government will unveil new rules allowing gun owners to bypass the federal buyback program and may expand property defence laws. Learn the details.
Minister: Religion not a defence for hate speech
Heritage Minister Marc Miller defends removing religious defence from hate speech laws. Liberals and Bloc Québécois amend Bill C-9, the Combating Hate Act. Read the latest.
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