Trudeau says murder of Sikh leader in B.C. may be linked to Indian government
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canadian intelligence services are investigating ``credible'' information about ``a potential link'' between the government of India and the murder of British Columbia Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Traffic stop in St. Catharines uncovers open alcohol and drugs
A 33-year-old Toronto man is facing charges after Niagara Police pulled a car over to allegedly find open alcohol and drugs.
West Lincoln company getting $1.7M to expand meat processing operations
A West Lincoln company is getting $1.7M from the provincial government to expand.
Niagara SPCA and former LCHS at odds over adoption event featuring American dogs and cats
The Niagara SPCA and Humane Society wants to clear up any confusion that it is involved in an adoption event, which will see dogs and cats from the U.S., adopted out in Niagara, ON.
Niagara Falls man now missing for 12 days
Niagara Police continue to ask for the public's help finding a missing man in Niagara Falls.
Russell Brand gigs postponed after sexual assault allegations against comedian
Promoters scrap remaining tour dates for comedian Russell Brand after sexual assault allegations.
Metro Media to declare bankruptcy as local journalism takes another hit
Metro Media will declare bankruptcy this week, permanently ending its coverage of local government in parts of the province's two largest cities, the head of the Quebec newspaper publisher said Sunday.
Ontario court dismisses sex workers' Charter challenge
Ontario's Superior Court has dismissed a Charter challenge launched by an alliance of groups advocating for the rights of sex workers, ruling that Canada's criminal laws on sex work are constitutional.
Toolbox Project raising funds with pasta dinner this month
The annual campaign is holding a pasta dinner Wednesday September, 27 at Cub Belvedere in Thorold.
Trajectory for 'Freedom Convoy' organizers' trial uncertain as third week begins
Lawyers on both sides of the trial of key ``Freedom Convoy'' organizers are working to keep the proceedings from coming to a standstill.
Housing, food prices top of mind as MPs return to Ottawa following summer break
MPs are returning to the House of Commons today determined to find relief for Canadians feeling the pinch of inflation.
Ontario elementary teachers hold strike votes between today and Oct. 17
Teachers in Ontario's public elementary schools are set to start voting today on whether they want to give their union a strike mandate.
Decision expected in sex workers' Charter challenge of criminal prostitution laws
The Ontario Superior Court is expected to release its decision this morning on a constitutional challenge launched by an alliance of groups advocating for the rights of sex workers.
Golden Mushroom brand Enoki mushrooms recalled for possible Listeria contamination
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall for Golden Mushroom brand Enoki mushrooms due to a possible Listeria contamination.
Trudeau calls for better progressive messaging at summit in Montreal
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says progressive politicians need to do a better job bridging their lofty aspirations with people's day-to-day struggles in order to counter the right wing.
Winemakers, NDP call for removal of Ontario retail winery tax
An Ontario New Democrat representing the Niagara Region is pushing for the government to get rid of a tax on wineries.
Saskatchewan child advocate says pronoun policy for schools violates rights
Saskatchewan's child advocate has released a report saying the province's pronoun policy in schools violates rights to gender identity and expression.
Residents of Hay River, N.W.T., allowed to return home starting today
Residents of Hay River, N.W.T., are being allowed to return home today.
High winds, flooding, power outages possible as hurricane Lee hits Atlantic Canada
Now a powerful post-tropical cyclone, former hurricane Lee remains a very large and dangerous storm as it continues to move toward the Maritimes.
CBSA seizure of guns and drugs at Rainbow Bridge results in three arrests
A guns and drugs seizure made by the CBSA is resulting in the arrest of three individuals.
Princess Diana's sheep sweater smashes records to sell for $1.1 million
A red sweater adorned with a flock of sheep worn by the young Princess Diana has sold at auction for $1.1 million.
Man convicted of killing Indigenous woman with trailer hitch released on day parole
A man convicted of manslaughter in the death of an Indigenous woman after throwing a trailer hitch at her from a moving vehicle in Thunder Bay has been released on day parole.
Health professionals, patients challenging rejection to use psilocybin in training
A group of health-care workers and patients have turned to Federal Court in an effort to overturn Health Canada's rejection of their request to use a restricted psychedelic drug for professional training.
Calgary daycare E. coli outbreak families to receive compassionate care funds
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government will immediately provide families $2,000 for each child affected by an E. coli outbreak related to several Calgary daycares.
Climate protesters around the world are calling for an end to fossils fuels as Earth heats up
Tens of thousands of climate activists around the world are set to march, chant and protest today to call for an end to the burning of planet-warming fossil fuels.
Jury sees video of London suspect stating motivations for attacking Muslims
Jurors at the trial of a man accused of murdering four members of a Muslim family in Ontario have seen a video of his statement to police following his arrest.
Liberal leadership candidates take part in first of five official debates
Ontario Liberal leadership candidates have the first of five official debates under their belts, and Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie has emerged as a focal point.
Grape and Wine festival takes over Montebello Park this weekend
Over 125 VQA wines will be available to taste at the park.
Federal Liberals announce several affordability measures
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says his government is giving grocery companies until Thanksgiving to come up with a plan to stabilize food prices
Peel school board faces calls for transparency on library 'weeding' process
Students and a national library association say a school board west of Toronto needs to be more transparent about the so-called ``weeding'' of its libraries amid concerns some books are being removed from collections solely because they were published before 2008
22 commercial vehicles removed from the road in Lincoln
Twenty-two commercial vehicles were taken off the road after an enforcement initiative targetting vehicles bypassing the Vineland Inspection Station
Ontario's top doctor is urging residents to get flu and COVID-19 vaccines
Ontario's chief medical officer of health is urging residents to get flu and COVID-19 vaccines this fall ahead of the respiratory virus season, starting with the people most at risk of severe illness and complications
Niagara prepares for annual Terry Fox Run
The annual Terry Fox Run takes place this Sunday all over the region.
Ont. drug and alcohol overdose deaths almost doubled during pandemic, researchers say
A new report says the number of accidental drug and alcohol deaths almost doubled in Ontario during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fake Drake won't be eligible as Junos add AI guidelines to prevent robot takeover
The Juno Awards are laying out new submission rules to ensure that a fake Drake or other robot-led songs don't land nominations in the future.
Pathstone opens new facility in Welland
Services at what will be known as River House will include one on one counselling, and group clinics for children and youth.
Province wants pharmacists to prescribe flu medication and administer R-S-V vaccines
The Ministry of Health is asking for feedback on new draft regulations from the Ontario College of Pharmacists, but with a short two-week comment period as the respiratory virus season looms.
Ontario to move ahead with regional government review without facilitators
Ontario's new minister of municipal affairs and housing says that instead of hiring facilitators to assess the future of six of the province's regional governments, he wants a legislative committee to do the review.
Charities expected to benefit from Niagara Falls church sale
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church on Victoria Avenue is set to close on October 3rd.
Canadians worried about climate change but say it is not the top issue facing Canada
A large majority of Canadians are worried about climate change and believe it is the reason for an increase in extreme weather, a new national poll suggests.
Weather Network releases fall forecast
Ontario and Quebec expect to see a nasty push of cold air in October but winter is forecast to begin on a mild note.