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Plans underway to reopen senior centre in Black Diamond

New technology, hand sanitizer and plastic barriers are among the plans ensure the safety of Griffiths Senior Centre users.

Oct 30, 2020 8:15 AM Read more >

Advocates, opposition parties push feds for action on long-term care

OTTAWA — Opposition parties and long-term care advocates said Thursday that Ottawa needs to stop delaying action to help fix the country's troubled nursing and retirement homes.

Oct 30, 2020 7:45 AM Read more >

Federal government unveils rules for $750-million emissions reduction fund

OTTAWA — Oil and gas companies that use federal cash to help cut methane emissions from their operations won't have to repay every penny if they eliminate the methane emissions entirely.

Oct 30, 2020 7:30 AM Read more >

Truck driver responsible for Humboldt Broncos crash seeks to stay in Canada

REGINA — A lawyer representing the truck driver responsible for the deadly Humboldt Broncos bus crash says his client wants to be able to stay in Canada once released from prison. It's something families of the victims are split on.

Oct 30, 2020 7:10 AM Read more >

Ikea just dropped a sweet new plant-based treat at Canadian stores

The Swedish furniture giant just released a sweet new menu item that customers have been clamouring for.

Oct 29, 2020 4:15 PM Read more >

CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie says league exploring all options to hold 2021 season

Playing games before no fans or limited spectators are among the options being examined

Oct 29, 2020 3:45 PM Read more >

'Incredible' demand for flu shots

Vaccine available at pharmacies, through doctors

Oct 29, 2020 11:45 AM Read more >

Here’s where to find every wind turbine in Canada

Natural Resources Canada has published the Canadian Wind Turbine Database

Oct 29, 2020 10:45 AM Read more >

New building codes under review not tough enough on energy efficiency, report warns

Building codes assure Canadians that their health and safety have been fully considered in the construction and renovation of homes and workplaces

Oct 29, 2020 10:15 AM Read more >

Driver trapped inside semi-trailer for more than two hours waiting to be rescued

“Presently, the Town of Golden is doing humanitarian work, taking on work that is the responsibility of Parks Canada,” said Golden Mayor Ron Oszust.

Oct 29, 2020 9:15 AM Read more >