Author Archives: Syndicated Content

Calgary water main repaired but restrictions remain until testing done, city says
CALGARY - The City of Calgary says it has finished repairs on a disastrous water main break but testing still needs to be done before it's fully operational again. The city, in an update Friday, said ...
Jan 09, 2026

Canadian figure skaters support Skate Canada's Alberta ban, hope for future return
GATINEAU - Canadian figure skaters supported the national governing body's decision to ice events in Alberta, while holding out hope that major competitions could one day return to the province. The n...
Jan 09, 2026

Military to aid Manitoba First Nation hit by power outage, frozen pipes
PIMICIKAMAK CREE NATION, MAN. - The federal government has agreed to send in military help to a northern Manitoba First Nation where thousands have been forced to leave due to frozen pipes and sewage ...
Jan 09, 2026

Alberta's Smith calls on Carney to speed up major project approvals
EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is calling on Ottawa to further speed up its approval process for major projects, saying she wants to see applications green-lit within six months. Prime Mini...
Jan 09, 2026

Newcomers should be primed for Quebec winter roads after 2025 fatal crash: coroner
MONTREAL - A Quebec coroner is recommending the province's auto insurance board better prepare newcomers about the dangers of winter driving, following the death of a Mexican man last year. Coroner Na...
Jan 09, 2026

Schizas, returning Daleman set for fierce battle for Canada's Olympic spot
GATINEAU - Madeline Schizas took a deep breath, then made her feelings unmistakably clear. The reigning national champion knows Gabrielle Daleman - back after years of serious injuries - is coming for...
Jan 09, 2026

Coalition Avenir Québec member withdraws from caucus after impaired driving arrest
QUBEC - A Coalition Avenir Qubec member of the legislature arrested this week for alleged impaired driving is withdrawing from caucus for the duration of the legal proceedings against him. Franois Tre...
Jan 09, 2026

Flu has peaked in Canada while cases remain high but 'stable or decreased': PHAC
TORONTO - The flu season likely peaked in Canada over the holidays at the highest rate the country has seen in years, the Public Health Agency of Canada says. The latest national influenza data releas...
Jan 09, 2026

Olympic organizers '100%' confident NHL will play in Milan Cortina despite arena delays
MILAN (AP) - Olympic organizers are "100%" confident the NHL won't pull out of the Milan Cortina Games with the new ice hockey arena finally ready. Or almost. Construction delays and other concerns ab...
Jan 09, 2026

Former all-star linebacker, Grey Cup champion with Stamps, Jim Furlong, dead at 85
Jim Furlong, a West Division all-star linebacker in 1965 and Grey Cup champion in 1971, has died. He was 85. The Calgary Stampeders announced his death on Friday. No cause was given. Furlong played 17...
Jan 09, 2026