Coroner Dr. Jean Brochu is recommending Quebec's automobile insurance board consider increasing sanctions for dangerous driving following the 2021 collision. Reckless driver 'absolutely did not have the right to be behind the wheel,' says grieving father Michel Filteau says he's cried every day since his 36-year-old son was killed while …
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Daughter of slain First Nation woman files human-rights complaint over PC ads opposing landfill search
The daughter of a woman whose remains police believe are buried at a Winnipeg-area landfill has filed two human-rights complaints, including one against Manitoba's Progressive Conservative Party over ads opposing a landfill search that she says amount to discrimination. Cambria Harris also files complaint against Manitoba for not allocating resources …
Read More »Complaints soar as Enbridge customers face catch-up bills in the thousands
It wasn't the Christmas gift Karim Guirguis was hoping for. On Dec. 27, the Ajax, Ont., man woke up to a surprise bill from Enbridge Gas for more than $1,600. He's one of a growing number of Ontarians raising concerns about infrequent meter readings and inaccurate billing. Energy regulator fined …
Read More »How smart marketing, scarce supply and unique colours made the Stanley cup a must-have item
Stanley water bottles are all the rage thanks to a massive marketing change and the power of social media. It also helps that they're not easy to find. Stainless steel water bottle for workers has transformed into a social media darling The Stanley cup is so popular these days that …
Read More »Millions of Canadians get their carbon tax rebates today. So why do many not believe it?
About $2.3 billion in federal carbon-tax rebates will be paid out to roughly 12 million Canadians today, even though many of them may not realize it. Lack of communication, vague bank statements, unfiled taxes contribute to confusion About $2.3 billion in federal carbon-tax rebates will be paid out to roughly …
Read More »Alberta emergency power alert underlines challenge of energy transition on Prairies
Alerts demonstrate why flexibility is needed in Ottawa’s Clean Energy Regulations to decarbonize the country’s electricity grids, according to energy and environmental economist Andrew Leach. Flexibility needed in regulations to decarbonize the country’s electricity grids, says energy economist Saturday evening's emergency alert from the province of Alberta, warning of rotating …
Read More »After ‘devastating’ Houston race, Canadian Natasha Wodak unsure of taking final shot at qualifying for Paris Olympic marathon
Sports Olympics Summer Sports Track and Field Running with two tight hamstrings and a cramp in her right calf late in Sunday's Houston Marathon, Natasha Wodak knew her Paris Olympic dream had probably ended. The Vancouver resident missed the automatic qualifying time by nearly two minutes. Fellow Canadian Sexton also …
Read More »Got questions about Toronto’s big proposed property tax hike? Here’s what we know
Toronto’s proposed property tax rate for this year is on the table and you've got questions. CBC Toronto's city hall reporter Shawn Jeffords breaks down below what we know and what we don't at this point. City officials announced a 10.5% increase this week, warning it could be higher without …
Read More »A $7M jackpot is up for grabs in this small New Brunswick town
The annual Chase the Ace has brought the biggest jackpot of its kind to the region, with hopeful players now driving to New Brunswick from all over the Maritimes, and beyond, to get tickets that must be bought in person. Lottery in Petit-Rocher is in its 11th month, with players …
Read More »Young Inuk pilot hired to fly for Canada North a ‘big win’ for more than the company
After overcoming many obstacles to complete his pilot training, Joseph Akulukjuk is starting a new job working for Canadian North in Nunavut. The airline says it's a big win. Airline says young Inuk will be a role model for youth in the communities he flies to A 24-year-old pilot from …
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