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What September’s 68,000 Job Losses Signal for the Canadian Economy
News Analysis Canada’s labour market has shed 110,000 jobs over the past two months, but with rising energy costs adding to inflationary pressures, it remains to be seen whether the Bank of Canada will cut interest rates to support a softening economy or raise them, with implications for mortgage rates. Statistics Canada announced on Oct. 9 that employment fell by 68,000 in September, following a loss of 42,000 jobs in August. The unemployment rate rose to 6.5 percent.
7 Food Charity Trucks Vandalized During Thanksgiving Weekend in Toronto Original
A Toronto-based charity says it is “outraged” after an act of vandalism and theft put seven of its trucks out of service over the Thanksgiving weekend. Non-profit Second Harvest says intruders broke into its truck yard, damaged the exhaust systems on seven food rescue vehicles, and made off with the catalytic converters from each truck.
UK Prime Minister Says He Wants to Make New Post–Brexit Deal With EU
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said there should be a dialogue about the UK–EU relationship but added, ‘At every stage, the British public will be the boss.’ British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he would attend a summit with the European Union in Brussels next month to negotiate a new post-Brexit deal to boost United Kingdom growth and control illegal immigration.
Undeclared Mustard Triggers Recall of Turkey Gravy Brand in Canada
A turkey gravy brand sold in several Canadian provinces has been recalled because it contains undeclared mustard. Kevin’s Natural Foods turkey gravy was distributed in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and British Columbia, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) said in a recall notice on Oct. 9. The recall was triggered by the company, CalChef Foods LLC, due to the presence of mustard in the gravy, which is not declared on the label.
Man Sought in Unprovoked Attack at Toronto Protest: Police
Police are seeking the public’s help to identify a man who allegedly assaulted another person without provocation during a pro-Palestine demonstration in downtown Toronto on Oct. 10. The Toronto Police Service (TPS) said officers responded to a report of the alleged assault at around 4:55 p.m. that day. According to the police, the victim was walking northbound on Yonge Street near Grosvenor Street and “was engaged in a conversation with another demonstrator” when the alleged attack occurred.
Nearly Two-Thirds of Canadians Want Data Centre Development Curbed: Poll
A majority of Canadians favour limiting the development of large data centres in their provinces, citing water consumption, electricity costs, and the benefits flowing to large tech firms as top concerns, according to a recent Angus Reid poll. The survey, released Oct. 7, indicated that 64 percent of Canadians want their provincial governments to limit large data centre development, compared to 18 percent who say their governments should encourage building more such infrastructure.
Canada and US Border Agencies Introduce Changes to Nexus Applications
Changes are coming for Canadians applying for Nexus travel cards as a temporary measure put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic is ending, according to a recent announcement by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Beginning April 1, 2027, applicants to the joint Nexus program for expedited passage at the Canada-U.S. border must schedule their enrolment interview within two years upon receiving conditional approval, the CBSA said in an Oct. 1 news release.
Sask. NDP Calls on Province to Pause Gas Tax Amid Affordability Concerns
Saskatchewan’s budget for 2026-27 forecasts $512.4 million in fuel-tax revenue. MOOSE JAW, Sask.—The Saskatchewan NDP is calling on the provincial government to suspend its 15-cents-per-litre gas tax to ease affordability pressures, following similar measures taken by Alberta, Prince Edward Island, and the federal government. MLA Kim Breckner, the NDP’s shadow minister for trade and development, told reporters in Moose Jaw on Sept.
A Fifth of Canadian MPs’ Speeches in Parliament Drafted With AI: Analysis
Canadian MPs are among the heaviest users of artificial intelligence across several major English-speaking legislatures, with 20 percent of their speeches delivered in Parliament over the past year drafted with the help of the technology, a recent analysis by The Economist has found. The study, published on Sept. 23, analyzed speeches made by parliamentarians in selected legislatures since September 2025. Researchers used Pangram, a tool that detects AI-generated content.
Ontario Widens Eligibility for Tariff Relief in Response to New US Trade Measures
Ontario is expanding eligibility for two tariff-relief programs in a bid to support businesses affected by new U.S. tariffs and import bans set to take effect this week and later this month. The province announced on Sept. 10 that it is broadening access to the Protect Ontario Financing Program (POFP) and the Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF), so that businesses impacted by the latest wave of American tariffs and import bans can apply for relief.
Canadian Army Looking for Surveillance, Cargo-Drop Drone Suppliers
The federal government has put out a small shopping list for new drones for the Canadian Army. The Canadian Armed Forces is searching for companies that can supply the army with land and aerial drones that can be dispatched to deliver cargo and supply munitions to troops. It’s also looking for aerial surveillance and reconnaissance drones, including some specifically designed to operate in cold Arctic environments.
Poilievre Calls for Fuel Excise Tax Halt Until Next Canada Day
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is once again urging Ottawa to scrap the upcoming fuel excise tax hike in September, and this time also to suspend all federal gas taxes until next summer. Poilievre made the request at a news conference in Vancouver on Aug. 16, saying that Canadians are already struggling with the rising cost of living.
What Was the FDA Thinking?
Commentary The Food and Drug Administration is the government agency charged with overseeing the nation’s pharmaceuticals for safety and effectiveness. It recently signed approval for a new mRNA flu shot made by the company Moderna, whose first product was the COVID shot. The news was perhaps inevitable but that doesn’t make the questions go away.
Ebola Deaths Surpass 2,000 in Congo
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has described this as the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on the continent. The number of Ebola fatalities in Congo has surpassed 2,000, in what the United Nations has described as the fastest-spreading Ebola virus it has seen. According to the National Institute of Public Health, also known as Institut National de Santé Publique (INSP), as of Aug. 9, 4,381 cases have been identified, with 2,011 deaths recorded.
Over 80% of Canadian Parents Skip COVID Vaccine for Their Kids: Report
A large majority of Canadian parents did not vaccinate their kids against COVID-19 in the past year, according to a recent report by the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). Previous PHAC data indicate the trend has continued years after pandemic-era vaccination campaigns ended.
Canadians Question Need for Proposed Alto High-Speed Rail: Federal Report
Canadians living along the proposed Toronto-Quebec City high-speed rail route have expressed concerns about the project’s costs and questioned the need for it, given that transport options already exist between the two cities, according to in-house federal research.
Nueva crítica de Trump a Canadá por el humo de los incendios forestales
26 de julio de 2026, 7:53 p. m. | Actualizado el26 de julio de 2026, 7:53 p. m. El presidente de EE. UU., Donald Trump, ha compartido una imagen generada por inteligencia artificial que muestra una barrera de filtración gigante a lo largo de la frontera entre EE. UU. y Canadá, en una aparente referencia a sus recientes críticas al humo de los incendios forestales canadienses que cruza la frontera hacia Estados Unidos.
Trump Takes Fresh Aim at Canada Over Wildfire Smoke in Latest Social Media Post
U.S. President Donald Trump has shared an AI-generated image depicting a giant filtration barrier along the U.S.-Canada border, in apparent reference to his recent criticism of Canadian wildfire smoke drifting across the border into the United States.
Ottawa’s Canada Child Benefit Payments to Increase July 20 Original
Eligible households in Canada will see increased payments from the federal child benefit program starting July 20. The Canada Child Benefit (CCB), a monthly tax-free payment, will pay households up to $679.75 a month ($8,157 annually) per child under 6, and $573.58 a month ($6,883 annually) per child aged 6 to 17, depending on their prior year’s adjusted family net income, this coming Monday.
Carney Visits Calgary Stampede, Meets First Nations Leaders Original
Prime Minister Mark Carney is spending July 11 in Calgary where he is meeting with First Nations leaders before visiting the Stampede grounds in the evening. Carney’s July 11 meeting with representatives of the Treaty 6, Treaty 7, and Treaty 8 First Nations is closed to the media, according to an itinerary published by the Prime Minister’s Office the previous day.
Ontario Police Remind Public Not to Bring Explosives to Stations After Resident Turns in WWII Grenade
Ontario Provincial Police say an individual brought an “unexploded WW2” grenade to its Ottawa detachment for disposal on July 10, 2026. 7/11/2026|Updated: 7/11/2026 Ontario police are asking residents once again not to turn in any explosives they find, after a person brought a World War II grenade into one of their stations on Friday.
Norovirus Outbreak Sickens 125 on US Cruise Ship With Stop in Canada
Cruise liner Ruby Princess sits in the harbour in Port Kembla, Australia, on April 6, 2020. 7/5/2026|Updated: 7/5/2026 A highly contagious stomach virus has caused over 120 people on board an American cruise line’s ship to fall ill during a recent 20-day round trip, according to U.S. health officials. The ship’s itinerary indicated that it had made a stop at a Canadian port during the voyage, which took place from June 12 to July 2.
BC to Strengthen China Trade Ties, Reduce US Reliance, Premier Eby Says
B.C. Premier David Eby listens to a speaker at a closing news conference of a meeting of western Canadian premiers in Kananaskis, Alta., on May 26, 2026. 6/28/2026|Updated: 6/28/2026 B.C. Premier David Eby set off on his trade mission to China on Saturday, saying before his departure that one of the main goals of this trip is to reduce reliance on the United States.
Canadian Taxpayers Will Pay Up to $3,348 This Year to Cover Interest on Government Debt: Study
A magnifying glass enlarges the holographic image of Parliament Hill’s Peace Tower on a $20 bill issued by the Bank of Canada, shown in a display case at the Bank of Canada Museum in Ottawa on Sept. 4, 2024. 6/21/2026|Updated: 6/21/2026 Each Canadian taxpayer is expected to pay between $1,845 and $3,348 in interest on federal and provincial debt this year, depending on the province they reside in, a recent study finds.
18-Year-Old Charged in Connection With US Consulate Shooting: Toronto Police
Forensic Toronto police officers look for evidence as they stand near a plaque at the U.S. consulate in Toronto on March 10, 2026. 6/13/2026|Updated: 6/13/2026 Police have arrested one of the two suspects linked to the shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto earlier this spring. Sheldon Tracy-Stewart, 18, of Toronto, was arrested by the city’s police force June 11, and faces 11 offences related to the shooting at the U.S. Consulate at 360 University Avenue on March 10.
‘Criminal Tourism’ Probe Led to 46 Arrests, Nearly 1,500 Charges: Durham Police
A Durham Regional Police car is shown in Bowmanville, Ont., on Feb. 28, 2023. 6/6/2026|Updated: 6/6/2026 A trend of what police describe as “criminal tourism,” which sees people entering Canada posing as tourists to commit crime, has cost residents of a southern Ontario municipality more than $2.6 million in losses.
Ford Rails Against Court Ruling That Bars Encampment Clearance for Transit Project Original
Ontario Premier Doug Ford speaks at a press conference in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., in a file photo. The Canadian Press/Bob Davies Ontario Premier Doug Ford says a provincial judge’s ruling barring the Region of Waterloo from clearing a homeless encampment on a future transit project site is the “most ridiculous” decision he has ever seen. Ford was asked about the ruling by Justice Michael R. Gibson of Ontario’s Superior Court of Justice during an unrelated press conference in Sault Ste.
2 Order of Canada Recipients Stripped of Their Honours
SNC-Lavalin CEO Jacques Lamarre in Toronto on May 5, 2005. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld Two recipients of Canada’s highest civilian honour have been stripped of their honours. One is a convicted sex offender; the other was found guilty of corruption. Peter Dalglish, a former humanitarian worker, and Jacques Lamarre, the ex-CEO of Canadian engineering giant SNC-Lavalin, were removed from the Order of Canada. We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser.
Ottawa Proposes Capping Major Project Reviews and Approvals at One Year
Workers unload pipe to start right-of-way construction for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, in Acheson, Alta., on Dec. 3, 2019. Workers unload pipe to start right-of-way construction for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, in Acheson, Alta., on Dec. 3, 2019. The Canadian Press/Jason Franson Ottawa is proposing legislative changes that would cap federal reviews of all major projects, including pipelines, to one year.
Alberta Premier Says Province Will Weigh Law Changes Pending Probe of Alleged Voter List Breach Original
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith answers questions at a news conference in Calgary on Feb. 20, 2026. The Canadian Press/Todd Korol Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government will consider new legislation pending the outcome of investigations into allegations that a separatist group breached the personal information of more than 2.9 million Albertans.
Toronto Police Warn Public After ‘High-Risk’ Offender Released Upon Completing Sentence Original
Police are warning the public that a “high-risk offender” with a record of sexual offences against children has been released from prison after serving his sentence. The Toronto Police Service (TPS) says Melvin Brown, 54, who was released on April 17, was convicted in 2023 on charges including assault, uttering threats, choking, and two counts of sexual interference against a person under 16. The police did not release details on his past crimes. We had a problem loading this article.
Canadians Put Fuel Tax Cuts as Top Response for Ottawa Amid Soaring Gas Prices: Poll Original
A woman pumps gas at a gas station in Mississauga, Ont., on Feb. 13, 2024. The Canadian Press/Christopher Katsarov Canadians want the federal government to cut fuel taxes to address rising gas prices amid the war in Iran, a recent poll has found. The poll , conducted by Nanos Research, indicated that 39 percent of Canadians rank reducing fuel-related taxes as their top choice for Ottawa’s response to rising gasoline prices.
5 Charged in Tow-Truck Dispute Shooting That Killed 16-Year-Old Boy Original
(L–R) Mohammad Aburas, Ameen Nabout, Ameer Nabout, Sari Nawabit, and Rami Qasem are shown in a handout image provided by Hamilton Police Service. (L–R) Mohammad Aburas, Ameen Nabout, Ameer Nabout, Sari Nawabit, and Rami Qasem are shown in a handout image provided by Hamilton Police Service. Hamilton Police Service photo Five men have been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the shooting death of a 16-year-old boy in Hamilton, Ont., last year, police say.
Amazon to Hit Canadian, US Sellers With Fuel and Logistics Surcharge Original
An Amazon Fulfillment centre is pictured in Delta, B.C., on May. 31, 2024. The Canadian Press/Ethan Cairns Amazon will impose a 3.5 percent surcharge on sellers in Canada and the United States soon as it grapples with higher operating costs amid a fuel price spike since the war in Iran began. In a notice to sellers on April 1, the e-commerce giant said the fuel and logistics-related surcharge will take effect on April 17.
Most Canadians Say Public School System Heading in ‘Wrong Direction,’ Want ‘Back to Basics’: Survey Original
More than half of Canadians say the country’s public school system has gone in the “wrong direction” over the past two decades, and support a return to traditional teaching methods and discipline practices, according to a recent poll. The poll , conducted by Leger on behalf of SecondStreet.org, indicated 53 percent of people surveyed believe kindergarten to Grade 12 education has headed in the “wrong direction” in the last 20 years—up from 32 percent in a similar poll conducted in 2020.
Saskatoon Teacher Awarded Heroism Medal for Rescuing Student Set on Fire Original
Evan Hardy Collegiate, a high school where an assault and fire had taken place in Saskatoon, Sask. is shown on Sept. 5, 2024. Evan Hardy Collegiate, a high school where an assault and fire had taken place in Saskatoon, Sask. is shown on Sept. 5, 2024. The Canadian Press/Liam Richards A teacher who suffered burns to his face and hands while saving a student set on fire at a Saskatoon high school has been awarded North America’s highest honour for civilian heroism.
Alberta Expands Electronic Monitoring to Target Repeat Offenders Original
Alberta is adding real-time victim alerts to its GPS monitoring program to tighten oversight of repeat offenders and strengthen public safety, the province says. Under the expanded program announced March 25, participating victims will receive immediate alerts if an offender released on bail breaches court-ordered boundaries, enters restricted areas, or comes near their location. We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser.
BC’s Credit Rating Downgraded by Moody’s Following Record Deficit Projection Original
B.C. Minister of Finance Brenda Bailey tables the provincial budget as Premier David Eby looks on in the assembly at legislature in Victoria on Feb. 17, 2026. A global credit rating agency has downgraded British Columbia’s credit rating for the second time in two years after the province’s budget projected a record $13.3 billion deficit and rising debt in the coming fiscal year.
Poilievre Set to Release Auto Pact Benefiting US and Restoring Canada’s Tariff-Free Access
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre (C) is joined by local Members of Parliament (L–R) Kathy Borrelli, Harb Gill, and Chris Lewis during a press conference outside the Windsor Club in Windsor, Ont., on March 13, 2026. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre (C) is joined by local Members of Parliament (L–R) Kathy Borrelli, Harb Gill, and Chris Lewis during a press conference outside the Windsor Club in Windsor, Ont., on March 13, 2026.
Canada to Grant 33,000 Foreign Workers Permanent Residence Under New Program Original
Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Lena Metlege Diab rises during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Feb. 25, 2026. Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Lena Metlege Diab rises during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Feb. 25, 2026.
Canadian Household Debt Reaches $2.6 Trillion in 2025, Credit Reporting Agency Says Original
Credit cards are displayed in Montreal, on Dec. 12, 2012. The Canadian Press/Ryan Remiorz Canadians’ household debt, ranging from credit cards to auto loans, reached a new high in the final quarter of 2025, according to a report from a consumer credit reporting agency.
Canadians Say They Need $1.7 Million to Retire-A $160,000 Jump in Just One Year: Survey
Canadian $100 bills are counted in Toronto in a file photo. The Canadian Press/Graeme Roy Canadians are raising their retirement goals amid economic uncertainty, but more than a third doubt they will ever achieve them, a recent survey suggests. According to Bank of Montreal’s annual retirement survey , Canadians believe they need an average of $1.7 million to retire comfortably—up from $1.54 million in 2024, a $160,000 increase year over year. We had a problem loading this article.
CFIA Fines Loblaws-Owned Superstore $10,000 Over ‘Misleading’ Product of Canada Displays
Real Canadian Superstore signage is pictured in Ottawa on June 25, 2024. The Canadian Press/Sean Kilpatrick A Superstore owned by grocery chain Loblaws has been fined $10,000 by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) for displaying certain imported products in a way the agency described as “misleading,” giving the impression they were “Product of Canada.” In a social media post on Feb.
Students at BC High School Won’t Return to Current Site Following Mass Shooting, School District Says Original
A woman places flowers at a makeshift memorial for the victims of a deadly mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., on Feb. 12, 2026, two days after the tragedy took place at a school in the northeastern B.C. town. Students at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School will not return to the current school site in the wake of last week’s mass shooting at the school and at a nearby home that left nine people dead, the local school district said In a Feb.
US Prosecutors Withdraw Felony Charge Against Top NHL Prospect Gavin McKenna
Canada's Gavin McKenna (9) skates with the puck during IIHF World Junior Championship hockey action against Latvia, in Minneapolis on Dec. 27, 2025. McKenna, 18, had a criminal complaint filed against him on Feb. 4 and was charged with first-degree felony aggravated assault and several other offences by the State College Police Department in State College, Pa., which is located about a three hours’ drive northwest of Philadelphia. We had a problem loading this article.
Ottawa Seeks to Track Exit of Temporary Visas Holders Original
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Minister Lena Metlege Diab rises during question period on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Oct. 2, 2025. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Minister Lena Metlege Diab rises during question period on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Oct. 2, 2025. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld Immigration Minister Lena Diab says she wants her department to start tracking the number of people on temporary visas departing Canada.
Smith Says Alberta Separatists Not Seeking to Join the US Original
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she doesn’t think supporters of the Alberta independence movement want their province to join the United States. Her comments came a day after U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent weighed in on the separatism movement during a Jan. 23 interview on the American network Real America’s Voice. Smith said Albertans have been “frustrated” with the federal government but have not indicated to her that they want the province to join their southern neighbour.
Qatar to Make ‘Significant’ Investments in Canada’s Nation-Building Projects, Carney Says Original
Prime Minister Mark Carney walks with Emir of Qatar Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani at Amiri Diwan in Doha, Qatar, on Jan. 18, 2026. Prime Minister Mark Carney walks with Emir of Qatar Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani at Amiri Diwan in Doha, Qatar, on Jan. 18, 2026.
Ottawa Denies Media Reports That It’s Considering Banning X Original
Canada’s Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation Evan Solomon, along with Minister of Industry Melanie Joly (not shown), hold a press conference during the G7 Industry, Digital and Technology Ministers’ Meeting in Montreal on Dec. 9, 2025.
Canada Backs ‘Territorial Integrity’ in Talks With Denmark Amid US Focus on Greenland Original
Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand responds to a question during question period on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Dec. 10, 2025. Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand responds to a question during question period on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Dec. 10, 2025. The Canadian Press/Sean Kilpatrick Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says Canada supports “fundamental importance of respect for sovereignty” following the United States’ renewed interest in making Greenland a U.S. territory.
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