After 13 years of planning, construction, legal battles, and protests, oil is finally flowing through the expanded Trans Mountain pipeline. Tonight marks a turning point for the project, a long and winding road marked by delays, cost overruns, and fierce opposition from environmental groups and Indigenous communities. One such voice of opposition is George, an activist who has spent years …

We are witnessing a dire situation here with the bleaching of corals, very intense bleaching indeed. Unfortunately, around 80%, perhaps even more, of the corals are experiencing bleaching. So, out of every 100 coral colonies, over 80% of them are bleached. It’s disheartening to see. I chose to work in this area, knowing that in a few years, it might …

The Canadian government unveiled its highly anticipated budget today, with a central feature being a potential wealth tax. Political commentator Scott Reed dissected the budget’s implications, suggesting it might be more of a political strategy than a straightforward financial plan. Wealth Tax as a “Bear Trap”: Reed views the wealth tax as a “bear trap” set by the Liberals to …

Paul Flores, the man convicted of murdering California college student Kristin Smart in 2001, was attacked by another inmate at Salinas Valley State Prison on Wednesday, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation [1]. Flores was reportedly stabbed multiple times in the chest and back. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment but is expected to …

Toronto. April 7, 2024 – Niagara Falls is abuzz with excitement as tens of thousands of visitors descend upon the city in anticipation of tomorrow’s total solar eclipse [1]. Officials are expecting over 1 million people to witness this celestial phenomenon, marking a significant boost for the tourism industry which was heavily impacted by the pandemic [1]. Sean Cowan reports …

Toronto residents are in for a wild 24 hours as a weather system dramatically changes conditions across the city. While temperatures will remain steady, the next day will see a transition from relatively calm skies to rain, strong winds, and even the possibility of snowfall. “The wind is the only reason I haven’t put my hat away yet,” reported a …

Vancouver was shaken on Saturday evening by a brazen daylight shooting in the city’s bustling downtown core. The incident, which saw two gunmen open fire on a target believed to be linked to gang activity, sent terrified bystanders scrambling for cover [1]. Thankfully, no bystanders were injured, but the incident reignited concerns about the patchwork of police forces operating in …

In Ottawa this morning, Canadians wake up to news of increased expenses at the gas pump and on home heating. The national carbon tax sees a $15 per ton hike, translating to a $1.65 uptick in filling a standard 50-liter gas tank. Our correspondent, Scott Hurst, sheds light on the implications of this change. Scott, good morning. How is this …

King Charles and Queen Camilla attended the annual Easter church service in Windsor today, marking the monarch’s first public appearance since announcing his cancer diagnosis back in February. As they entered St. George’s Chapel, the resting place of the late Queen Elizabeth, King Charles waved to the cameras, acknowledging the public and media presence. However, notable absentees from the service …

California is poised for a significant shift in its labor landscape as a new law mandates a $20 minimum wage for certain fast-food workers, sparking debate about its impact on workers’ livelihoods, business sustainability, and consumer spending. Boosting Wages in a High-Cost State Proponents of the legislation, including worker advocacy groups, hail it as a long-overdue step towards financial security …