Category Archives: Canada
B.C. 'chemical fingerprint' scheme to track illicit drugs is likened to DNA tests
VANCOUVER - Tucked in the basement of the chemistry building at the University of British Columbia, an arm-sized robot carries out the repetitive task of collecting and weighing colourful vials as mac...
Apr 17, 2026
'Extraordinary': Back on Earth, Jeremy Hansen describes his long journey in space
HOUSTON - When Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen first floated to the window after the Orion capsule's bone-rattling launch into space early this month, what he saw and felt left him grasping for words...
Apr 17, 2026
Canada's emissions reductions slowed in 2024, federal data shows
OTTAWA - The latest annual account of greenhouse gas emissions shows Canada's emissions reductions slowed in 2024 to almost nothing. Environment and Climate Change Canada quietly published its nationa...
Apr 17, 2026
Feds launch consultations on improving employer-employee relations
OTTAWA - The federal government is launching consultations on ways to improve labour relations to support Canada's economy and communities. Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu is looking for feedback from emplo...
Apr 17, 2026
Crown can seek forfeiture of seized assets in derailed Quebec drug cases: top court
OTTAWA - The Supreme Court of Canada says the Crown can seek the forfeiture of assets seized in a drug probe even though the criminal cases against most of the accused were set aside. The matter began...
Apr 17, 2026
Carney calls for resumption of shipping during Strait of Hormuz talks
OTTAWA - Canada welcomes efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and stands with Persian Gulf states hit by strikes during the Iran war, Prime Minister Mark Carney told world leaders on Friday. The Pri...
Apr 17, 2026
FOI documents suggest plant-based milk facility linked to deadly outbreak was 'haven for listeria,' experts say
TORONTO - Documents detailing an inspection of a beverage production facility that regulators say was the source of a deadly listeria outbreak reveal it was cited for several infractions that have not...
Apr 17, 2026
Federal Liberals' promised one-time affordability benefit coming June 5
OTTAWA - The federal Liberals' one-time payment that aims to help families struggling with the high cost of living will land on June 5. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced in January that Ottawa woul...
Apr 17, 2026
Carney announces new summit in Toronto aimed at attracting $1 trillion in investment
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney on Friday announced a new "Canada Investment Summit" that will invite investors, CEOs and business leaders to Toronto this fall. In a media release, the Prime Minis...
Apr 17, 2026
In the news today: Quebec premier meets Carney, Ontario medical residency
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... New Quebec Premier Christine Frchette to meet Prime Minister Carney today in Ottawa Quebec's new premier is se...
Apr 17, 2026
