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Governments seek buyer as Quebec COVID-19 vaccine manufacturer Medicago set to close

2023-02-03 18:41:47 UTC

Pierre Fitzgibbon said the province has had preliminary talks with potential buyers in the pharmaceutical sector to keep Medicago's expertise and skilled workforce in Quebec.

Medicago to cease operations in Quebec, scuttling COVID-19 vaccine production plans

2023-02-03 02:43:54 UTC

Medicago has shut down its COVID-19 vaccine project in Quebec after its sole shareholder decided to no longer invest in the company, the company announced Thursday.

Drastic action needed from B.C. government regarding looming labour shortage: report

2023-02-03 01:59:02 UTC

Currently, the board said Vancouver has 150,000 existing job vacancies and has a projected 700,000 workers set to retire over the next ten years.

New electronic fare collection system in the works for B.C. transit riders

2023-02-03 01:15:59 UTC

BC Transit plans to move in a new direction when it comes to how riders pay fares. A new electronic fare system will be similar to what Metro Vancouver has been using.

Inventory increase suggests Hamilton area looking better for first-time buyers: RAHB

2023-02-03 00:32:49 UTC

Realtors Association of Hamilton-Burlington say final sales numbers for January are pointing to a shift in the market that may indicate stability despite rising interest rates.

Sask. to introduce expanded roles for pharmacists, nurse practitioners and paramedics

2023-02-02 21:39:49 UTC

The Saskatchewan government is looking at ways to increase patient access to a variety of health-care services, including ones that could mean new duties for health-care workers.

Hamilton fire evacuates Canada Post site in Stoney Creek after suspicious package incident

2023-02-02 20:52:09 UTC

Hamilton fire deployed a hazmat team to a Canada Post sight Thursday afternoon following reports of suspicious package at a facility on Millen Road.

‘Black history is a part of Canadian history’: London, Ont. kicks off Black History Month

2023-02-02 20:04:53 UTC

A ceremony for Black History Month in London, Ont., to be held at Museum London Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. is set to feature a variety of performances and is open to everyone.

Kingston Ont. mayor says province needs to help fight homelessness

2023-02-02 19:17:56 UTC

Kingston's mayor is weighing in on a recent Ontario court ruling that calls 'homeless camp' evictions unconstitutional.

No EI benefits for man fired over COVID-19 vaccine, test refusal: Federal Court

2023-02-02 18:44:28 UTC

A federal court judge says that a man in Ontario was not entitled to receive Employment Insurance benefits after losing his job for refusing COVID-19 vaccination and testing.

Canadian Armed Forces to train on highways in southern, central Ontario

2023-02-02 18:21:18 UTC

The army says reserve personnel from 31 Service Battalion and 23 Support Company will conduct driving training between Hamilton, Ottawa and Petawawa from Feb. 3 to 5.

Cold snap could make it feel as chilly as -50 in some parts of Quebec

2023-02-02 17:34:42 UTC

Environment Canada issued an extreme cold warning for a large swath of the province, including Montreal. The frigid temperatures are set to roll in throughout the day.

Parent group welcomes N.B. premier statement that French immersion reform uncertain

2023-02-02 16:46:53 UTC

A New Brunswick parent group is welcoming a statement by the premier that the government's proposed reform to the French immersion program in schools isn't a sure thing.

Utility board defies Nova Scotia government, allows 14 per cent power rate hike

2023-02-02 16:00:30 UTC

Nova Scotia's utility regulator has defied the provincial government and approved an average 14 per cent increase in electricity rates over two years.

Hamilton extends encampment response pilot until the end of April

2023-02-02 15:14:28 UTC

A pilot program enlisting an encampment response team, providing outreach services and bylaw enforcement, was extend after the initiative expired at the end of 2022.

GO Train and UP Express riders can text safety concerns for immediate assistance

2023-02-02 12:02:37 UTC

GO Transit and UP Express train riders now have the ability to text Metrolinx amid any safety concerns on their commute, dispatching support if needed.

Hundreds of protesters drown out speaker Frances Widdowson at University of Lethbridge

2023-02-02 06:35:32 UTC

Controversial former Mount Royal University professor Frances Widdowson was getting set to speak at the University of Lethbridge, but protesters took over the space.

Safety review incoming after Bridgeland neighbourhood sign loses another letter

2023-02-02 05:04:10 UTC

The sign, in the northeast community of Bridgeland, has taken a couple hits over the last year which has resulted in two missing letters.

Ottawa will show how ‘just transition’ plan will protect energy jobs by spring: minister

2023-02-02 03:31:23 UTC

While an action plan will be unveiled by early spring, legislation to guide its implementation won't come for some time after, Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson said.

Nestle to chop, slice and freeze sales of Delissio, Lean Cuisine in Canada

2023-02-02 02:46:42 UTC

Nestlé Canada stated that the company does not have a factory in Canada that manufactures any of its frozen meals or pizza products.

Canada’s Competition Bureau to probe forestry industry ads on sustainable management

2023-02-02 02:01:31 UTC

The inquiry, announced late last year, comes in response to a complaint filed by the environmental law firm Ecojustice on behalf of eight environmental groups.

Montreal-area municipality warns of dangers of playing in snowbanks after near-tragedy averted

2023-02-02 01:17:48 UTC

Officials said a child was playing in a tunnel that had been dug out in a snowbank by the side of the road while snow-clearing operations were underway.

Vernon, B.C.’s Kindness Meter program suffers ‘steady decline’ of donations

2023-02-02 00:33:47 UTC

The City of Vernon says they've experienced a steady decline in donations given through the Kindness Meter program that began in 2016 but hopes things will change.

Poilievre says Tories will back studying fed’s child care bill but did not endorse plan 

2023-02-01 22:42:45 UTC

Conservatives will support sending the Liberal government's child-care bill for further study, party Leader Pierre Poilievre said Wednesday.

2022 Canadian Western Agribition has nearly $100 million economic impact: study

2023-02-01 22:01:06 UTC

According to the Canadian Western Agribition, nearly $100 million was generated in economic activity in 2022 after last year’s Agribition.

Ottawa mayor seeks funding help to cover shortfalls from provincial housing bill

2023-02-01 21:19:27 UTC

Mayor Sutcliffe says the city needs financial support from other levels of government to make up for the lost revenue it expects will be associated with a provincial housing bill.

Former premier Kenney joins law firm, will not lobby Alberta government

2023-02-01 20:37:31 UTC

Jason Kenney made the announcement on social media on Wednesday.

B.C. announces funding program to support more accessible taxis

2023-02-01 19:14:20 UTC

The B.C. government has announced that $3 million in funding has been allocated to launch its Passenger Transportation Accessibility Program.

Ontario disability aid change not as beneficial as it seems: advocates

2023-02-01 18:33:30 UTC

Terrie Meehan sometimes eats just one meal a day so she can stretch her food supply.

Ford eyeing provincial moves on bail reform while calling for Criminal Code changes

2023-02-01 17:51:59 UTC

It was unclear what provincial remedies Ford is considering, but a legislative committee in Ontario is also studying the issue.

Quebecers are ‘not racists,’ Trudeau says amid Amira Elghawaby backlash

2023-02-01 17:20:40 UTC

Amira Elghawaby, who was appointed last Thursday, has faced criticism since her appointment was announced over an opinion piece she co-wrote about Quebec's Bill 21 in 2019.

McGill University temporarily shuts down 3 buildings over asbestos discovery

2023-02-01 16:59:23 UTC

Montreal's McGill University says the Raymond, Macdonald-Stewart and Barton buildings on the Macdonald Campus will be off limits for at least two days due to asbestos.

Ontario NDP submits fresh evidence to integrity commissioner in Greenbelt investigation

2023-02-01 16:16:14 UTC

In a two-part letter, Ontario NDP incoming leader Marit Stiles raised concerns about a meeting involving a town in York Region, a developer and a local hospital.

Immigration alone won’t help companies that are ‘starved’ for workers, experts say

2023-02-01 15:33:28 UTC

With the unemployment rate at historic lows, many companies are "starved" for workers, and new immigrants will help fill some of the need, one expert said.

Health care deal should come shortly after Feb. 7 meeting with PM: Ford

2023-02-01 14:50:57 UTC

Ford echoed recent comments from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that a deal will not be signed at the meeting set for Feb. 7.

60-year-old woman dead after being hit by vehicle in Cape Breton

2023-02-01 14:08:38 UTC

Police say a 60-year-old woman has died after being hit by someone driving a vehicle in Membertou in Cape Breton on Tuesday afternoon.

Your Saskatchewan photo of the day: February 2023

2023-02-01 13:25:35 UTC

Each day, Global Saskatoon and Global Regina feature a viewer-submitted photo for the Your Saskatchewan photo of the day.

Canadian investors falling short on climate commitments, report suggests

2023-02-01 12:42:36 UTC

Shareholder proposals for U.S. companies, focused entirely on adopting emission reduction targets, got more support from Canadian investors.

SNC-Lavalin and construction: Calgary city councillors question Green Line officials

2023-02-01 04:08:42 UTC

The questions came as part of an update to the Calgary city councillors on the executive committee on Tuesday from officials with the Green Line project.

Community, wraparound supports key in transitioning unsheltered people into housing: organizations

2023-02-01 02:43:43 UTC

Organizations say Winnipeg has great examples like The Bell Hotel that help people transition out of homelessness. They say the city is in dire need of housing with supports.

TTC rider shares frightening subway encounter: ‘I was physically cornered to my seat’

2023-02-01 02:01:31 UTC

As new safety measures go into effect on the TTC, one transit user describes her own disturbing encounter this past weekend while on the subway.

Emergencies Act commission gets extension to submit final report to government

2023-02-01 01:20:47 UTC

The Public Order Emergency Commission was initially given a deadline of Feb. 6 to submit its report to cabinet, but the government has now been advised that date will not be met.

New Quebec-based study suggests teaching practices hinder Black youth

2023-02-01 00:38:37 UTC

Preliminary results of a new study suggest systemic racism in Quebec schools is adversely impacting Black youth, and researchers say some pedagogical practices need to change

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