A proposal for a 300,000-strong Canadian citizen militia, backed by PM Mark Carney and Gen. Jennie Carignan, is drawing criticism from a veteran who questions its one-week training plan. Read the analysis.
Walmart and other major U.S. companies are launching initiatives to address the critical shortage of skilled tradespeople, investing in training to build a sustainable workforce. Learn about the new strategies.
Following a provincial warning, Greater Sudbury implements new training to reduce driver violations. Learn how the city is working to improve road safety for all.
A new, free eight-week YMCA program in Ottawa is teaching students the fundamentals of skilled trades and homebuilding. Learn about this hands-on opportunity launching in December 2025.
The U.S. military will cease using live pigs and goats to train combat medics, ending a long-standing practice. New advanced simulation technology will replace animal use.
The Ottawa Mission celebrates a new group of graduates from its Food Services Training Program, providing skills and hope for a fresh start. Learn about this life-changing initiative.
Nova Scotia's inaugural horse simulator is seeing heavy use at Willow and Withers stables, offering year-round training for equestrians like Kristen Pyke. Discover how this technology is changing the game.
Canada's banking regulator keeps the domestic stability buffer unchanged, citing strong bank performance and a $60+ billion capital cushion. Explore the implications for lending and the economy.
Canada's federal banking regulator maintains the domestic stability buffer at 3.5% for major banks, signaling stability. Read the details and implications for the financial sector.
An oil and gas company, an engineering firm, and a supervisor face $216,000 in penalties after a worker was seriously injured. A creative sentence directs $116,000 to Red Deer Polytechnic for safety training.
Canadian hockey star Gavin McKenna opens up about using public skepticism as motivation. Get the inside story on his mindset at Team Canada's training camp in Niagara Falls.
Canadian psychologists gathered at Parliament Hill on December 6, 2025, to oppose federal proposals that would reduce training requirements. Learn why experts warn this could impact mental healthcare access.
A violent brawl disrupted the redeveloped Chatham mall, part of a news day including a critical Etobicoke shooting and new autism police training. Read the latest updates.
B.C. confirms launch of autism-specific training for police officers, following an IIO report into the death of Chase De Balinhard. Read the details.
Cambrian College students innovate with a life-like manikin featuring 3D-printed heart and lungs, enhancing surgical training at Health Sciences North in Sudbury. Discover this breakthrough in medical education.
Windsor Police have introduced two new European-bred K9 officers, Smoke and Shadow, following a rigorous selection and training process. Meet the dogs and their handlers, and learn about the retirement of veteran K9 Coal. Discover the vital role these can
BC's police watchdog clears officers in the death of Chase De Balinhard but reveals critical failures in crisis response training. The family waited nearly 10 months for answers.
BC's police watchdog clears Surrey officers in the shooting of Chase De Balinhard, an autistic teen. The report reveals a critical lack of neurodivergence training. Read the full findings.
The City of Markham is funding a new entrance award for equity-deserving students at Seneca Polytechnic's fire protection program and donating two fire trucks for hands-on training. Learn how this partnership aims to diversify Ontario's fire services.
An Air Force pilot safely ejected before an F-16 fighter jet crashed during a training mission in the San Bernardino County desert. No injuries reported on the ground.
The University of Calgary is launching new programs to rapidly expand Canada's carbon capture workforce, driven by a major energy deal accelerating demand for skilled professionals.
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.
Starting in 2025, U.S. air travellers lacking a REAL ID will face a $45 fee. Learn the details and how this impacts Canadian flyers heading south.
Halifax fire crews face budget overrun as three-storey training facility requires additional $1.5 million funding. Learn about the project's challenges and implications.
Discover Tanice, the Toronto Sun's latest SUNshine Girl - a model and entrepreneur balancing garden maintenance with fitness passions. Learn her inspiring story today!
Egypt is training hundreds of Palestinians in police operations, a key step for post-conflict security in Gaza. Learn about the international effort and its implications.
Ontario government exempts Skills Development Fund recipients from municipal planning laws to accelerate workforce training. Minister David Piccini announces new policy.
Starting February 25, 2026, Canadians will need Electronic Travel Authorization to visit the UK. Learn about the new requirements, costs, and application process.
Canadian travelers to the UK will face new entry requirements as the Electronic Travel Authorization scheme begins enforcement in November 2025. Learn how this affects your travel plans.
Strathcona Resources invests $1 million in the new Joseph A. Remai Saskatoon campus at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, aiming to boost skilled trades for the oil and gas sector. Read more.