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On immigration, Danielle Smith is closer to Canadians than Mark CarneyA national debate on immigration will likely follow, especially if the Alberta referendum delivers majority support for some of these policy proposals.CommentaryOct 18
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Nova Scotia Power CEO Vivek Sood departing after less than a year on the jobNova Scotia Power Inc. CEO Vivek Sood is leaving his post at the province’s privately owned utility less than a year after taking its top job.CanadaOct 27
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Saskatchewan homeless advocates call for solutions ahead of winterHomeless advocates are calling for long-term solutions and compassion from municipal and provincial leader, as cities across Saskatchewan deal with a growing homelessness crisis.NewsOct 19
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Alberta referendum a notable chapter in long history of grievance with OttawaWhile the majority of Albertans opted to stay in Canada, the referendum highlighted grievances towards the federal government that go back nearly a century.PoliticsOct 20
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BC premier-designate Doerkson says province ‘chose change’ in electionThe man who was previously a relatively unknown backbench MLA took the reins of the party as an interim leader heading into the election.CanadaOct 25
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At least 7 dead, dozens injured in explosion and fire at CFB Wainwright: SourcesAt least seven people are dead and dozens more left injured from an explosion and fire at the Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, according to multiple military sources.FireOct 17
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OSAP pause leads career college to suspend classesAn Ontario career college has suspended its academic operations as a result of a province-wide pause on student financial assistance to all private post-secondary institutions.EducationOct 17
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Congo running short of health workers as Ebola outbreak spreads, WHO saysThe Ebola outbreak has spread to seven provinces, with 7,773 confirmed cases and 3,759 deaths, according to the latest government figures.WorldSep 24
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Manitoba expands post-hospital care for homeless, mental health patientsMore than 100 new community spaces are expected to open for patients who require follow up care after being discharged from hospital, the Manitoba government announced.HealthOct 6
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6 Canadians injured in Spain train crash that killed 68, minister says'It was a high-speed impact, so we are expecting this to be a tragedy,' said Spain's health minister on Wednesday as death tolls soared.TrendingOct 28
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No sign of late BC NDP surge as Conservatives lead by five points: pollThe poll shows that the BC Conservatives have at least marginal leads in every region in the province, with a large lead among Punjabi and Chinese speakers.PoliticsOct 20
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Who is Lorne Doerkson, B.C.’s next premier?The interim B.C. Conservative leader delivered a rollicking victory speech as he revelled in a sweeping majority win, secured in a snap provincial election.PoliticsOct 25
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Alberta referendum result removes a ‘major’ uncertainty, businesses sayAfter the majority of Albertans voted to remain in Canada, the Canadian dollar increased in value and some business leaders say the result should bring confidence to businesses.CanadaOct 20
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Toronto hospital to greatly expand permanent housing program that reduces ER visitsDr. Andrew Boozary of the University Hospital Network says it's a more humane approach to helping the vulnerable and is also cost effective.CanadaOct 1
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B.C.’s advanced polls open as Conservatives say a costed platform is coming soonInterim leader Lorne Doerkson said on Friday that he has seen the platform but wants to make sure they're aren't going to promise anything the party "can't make happen."PoliticsOct 16
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How community organizations are trying to fight voter apathy in this Toronto electionMusic blasted through speakers as people chatted enthusiastically outside a Toronto venue, moving between tents, a hotdog cart and an ice cream truck on a sunny October day.PoliticsOct 19
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Guelph homecoming drew up to 15,000 people, generated $91K in policing costsA University of Guelph homecoming party that became unruly last month drew up to 15,000 people and resulted in roughly $91,000 in policing costs, a new report indicates.CanadaOct 16
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Nova Scotia government is cutting off funding to a homeless shelter in New GlasgowThe operator of a New Glasgow shelter says the provincial government owes local residents an explanation about why it is cutting off its funding.CanadaSep 25
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Narrowed rebate eligibility leaves some Nova Scotians worried about heating costsAs colder temperatures approach, some in Nova Scotia are raising concerns over heating costs and questioning the adequacy of the province's assistance rebate program.CanadaOct 1
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Eby defends his plan to tax the rich as campaigns tackle health care crisisBC NDP Leader David Eby is campaigning in Victoria on Monday, but an announcement he made on Sunday is generating a lot of reaction.PoliticsOct 5