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Climate activist throws paint on Picasso painting at Montreal museum
MONTREAL - A climate activist group says one of its supporters sprayed pink paint this morning on a Pablo Picasso painting at a Montreal museum. Last Generation Canada says an activist smeared washabl...
Jun 19, 2025
B.C. Forest Practices Board says forestry changes could reduce wildfire risk
VICTORIA - British Columbia's Forest Practices Board says a two-year investigation has found "outdated rules and unclear responsibility" are stopping forestry from becoming a wildfire prevention tool....
Jun 19, 2025
Kelowna teacher awarded international fellowship
A Kelowna teacher is being recognized for his work in history education with a major international honour.Graeme Stacey has been awarded a Fellowship from the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes. T...
Jun 19, 2025
Scientists question Ottawa more than doubling cod catch in Newfoundland and Labrador
ST. JOHN'S - Scientists say they are surprised and "puzzled" by the federal fisheries minister's decision Wednesday to more than double the catch in this year's northern cod fishery in Newfoundland an...
Jun 19, 2025
Arbitrator overturns suspension of Canadian figure skater Nikolaj Sorensen
An arbitrator has overturned Canadian figure skater Nikolaj Sorensen's suspension of at least six years for sexual maltreatment. Skate Canada said in a statement that it has lifted its sanctions again...
Jun 19, 2025
RDNO funds supports widening of Sarsons Rd.
The Regional District of North Okanagan is supporting a provincial road work project in the area.To address traffic volumes, enhance public safety, and support future community development, the Minist...
Jun 19, 2025
Carney says it's 'foundational' to have diplomatic ties with India
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says that reinstating key diplomats between Canada and India is a "foundational" step in restoring the relationship between the two countries. But Carney still refu...
Jun 19, 2025
Carney says it's 'foundational' to have diplomatic ties with India
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says that reinstating key diplomats between Canada and India is a "foundational" step in restoring the relationship between the two countries. But Carney still refu...
Jun 19, 2025
Federal power to sidestep Indian Act removed from major projects bill
OTTAWA - After weeks of criticism from First Nations leaders, the federal government has amended its major projects bill to withdraw the power it gave cabinet to sidestep the Indian Act. The Liberal g...
Jun 19, 2025
Oilers' McDavid won't rush contract extension, says winning is top priority
EDMONTON - Two days after losing in the Stanley Cup final, Connor McDavid says he's not in a rush to make a decision about his future. The Edmonton Oilers captain, widely considered the best player in...
Jun 19, 2025
