Calgary vigil remembers homeless lives lost in 2025
The Homeless Foundation in Calgary held its annual Longest Night of the Year vigil on December 19, 2025, to commemorate vulnerable residents who died. Read about this solemn remembrance.
Category : Politics
Guthrie Launches New Progressive Tory Party of Alberta
Former UCP MLA Peter Guthrie has launched the Progressive Tory Party of Alberta after being expelled from Premier Danielle Smith's caucus. Explore the new party's platform and the political fallout.
Windsor Council Approves 10.9% Property Tax Increase
Windsor City Council has passed a significant 10.9% property tax increase for 2025. What does this mean for the future of key municipal assets like the downtown library?
Israeli Fire Kills 5 in Gaza, Hospital Says
A Gaza hospital reports at least five Palestinians killed by Israeli military fire on December 19, 2025. Details on the ongoing conflict and regional impact.
Thousands of Epstein Files Released by U.S. Justice Department
The U.S. Justice Department has released thousands of records from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, including photos and transcripts. Political tensions flare over redactions and the pace of disclosure. Read the latest details.
11 guns, 1.75 kg of drugs seized in Kamloops gang raid
CFSEU-BC's Gang Enforcement Unit confiscates firearms and narcotics, including fentanyl and cocaine, in a major Kamloops operation. Read the full details.
Regina approves 10.9% property tax increase for 2026
Regina city council has passed a 2026 budget with a 10.9% mill rate increase, the largest tax hike in two decades. The average homeowner will pay an extra $276 annually. Discover the key changes and council's tough decisions.
Elderly driver charged after fatal pedestrian collision in Hamilton
An 80-year-old Hamilton man faces charges after a vehicle struck and killed a 78-year-old senior walking his dog on Upper Ottawa Street. Police continue their investigation.
Alberta panel urges referendum to quit Canada Pension Plan
An Alberta government panel recommends a public referendum on leaving the Canada Pension Plan. Premier Danielle Smith's government considers the move. Learn the details and implications.
Regina rejects cuts to EV buses, aquatic centre
Regina city council votes to keep electric bus contract and new aquatic facility plans after legal advice warns cancellation would cost millions more. Key details from the budget talks.
B.C. Court Rules Stanley Park Tree Removal Can Proceed
The B.C. Supreme Court has ruled Vancouver can continue removing trees in Stanley Park due to a moth infestation, dismissing a preservation society's challenge. Read the full ruling details.
Partial Epstein Files Released, Full Disclosure Deadline Missed
The U.S. Justice Department begins releasing Jeffrey Epstein investigation files, but will miss Congress's deadline for full disclosure. Read the latest on the politically charged document dump.
UN peacekeepers, interpreter killed; 10 staff detained in Yemen
The United Nations endures a devastating week with six peacekeepers and an interpreter killed, while ten more personnel are detained in Yemen. Details on the crisis and global response.
Calgary police ask for help to ID person in Bridgitte Bar fire
Calgary police request public assistance to identify a person of interest in a November 4th alley fire behind Bridgitte Bar. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
Windsor police seize $8,000 cash and illegal drugs
Windsor Police Service confiscates thousands in cash and narcotics in a significant seizure. Get the full details on the bust and ongoing investigations.
Calgary man in U.S. drug case bail hearing delayed
Lawyers for alleged Calgary drug kingpin Allistair Chapman seek bail pending his extradition to the U.S. in the Ryan Wedding investigation, but face delays due to missing documentation.
Rove: Trump's 'Grotesqueries' Threaten GOP in Midterms
Republican strategist Karl Rove warns Donald Trump's divisive rhetoric and economic misstatements could lead to a midterm election disaster for the GOP. Read his urgent column.
N.S. murder accused awaits bail, victim's mother speaks
A Nova Scotia man charged with murder awaits a bail decision. The victim's mother shares her enduring pain as the case continues through the justice system.
CAQ MNA Sylvain Lévesque won't run in 2026 election
Sylvain Lévesque, a CAQ MNA for the Quebec City region, announces he will not seek re-election in 2026. This adds to the list of departures from François Legault's party ahead of the next provincial vote.
Karl Blackburn will not run for Quebec Liberal leadership
Karl Blackburn announces he will not seek the Quebec Liberal Party leadership, leaving the race to replace Pablo Rodriguez wide open. Get the latest on the political shift.
Alberta's 2026 Referendum to Vote on Immigration Control
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith confirms a provincial referendum in October 2026 will include a vote on gaining more control over immigration, citing federal mismanagement and strong public support.
Regina approves 10.9% property tax increase
Regina City Council has passed a 10.9% property tax increase for 2026. Mayor Chad Bachynski presided over the final budget deliberations. Learn the details and impacts.
Ontario Parents Charged in Historic Child Abuse Case
Nishnawbe Aski Police lay charges against parents after a lengthy investigation into the alleged horrific abuse of two children, now aged 9 and 11. Details emerge.
Ottawa police identify two suspects, seek third in thefts
Ottawa Police have identified two suspects in a series of high-value commercial thefts in the city's west end. A third female suspect remains at large. Police are asking for the public's help.
B.C. woman pleads guilty to child pornography offences
A 35-year-old Abbotsford woman, Siobhan Kirby, has pleaded guilty to child pornography and other sex crimes. Learn the details of the case and the ongoing legal proceedings.
Terror Charges in Toronto Amid CSIS Warning on Extremism
A Toronto man faces terrorism charges linked to ISIS, as Jewish community leaders call for urgent action on extremism following a stark CSIS threat assessment. Read the full story.
Fourth Suspect Charged in York Region Break-In Spree
A fourth suspect is charged after a major York Region theft probe. Police recovered stolen jewelry and cash, and believe there may be more victims. See if your property is among the recovered items.
Suspect charged in Abbotsford extortion-related shooting
Abbotsford police have made an arrest following an overnight shooting at a business, now linked to an extortion scheme. Get the latest details on the investigation.
Hamas Control of Gaza NGOs Revealed in Report
A new report details Hamas's surveillance and influence over NGOs operating in Gaza, including organizations receiving Canadian government funding. Learn about the findings and the response.
FBI charges man for threats against B.C. resident
An Indian national in California faces federal charges for allegedly threatening a Langley, B.C. resident in a case linked to an Indian gang. The FBI and RCMP collaborated on the cross-border investigation.
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