Canada halts plastics export ban after economic review
The federal government suspends a key plastics export ban, arguing economic costs outweigh environmental benefits. A 70-day consultation begins as domestic bans continue.
The federal government suspends a key plastics export ban, arguing economic costs outweigh environmental benefits. A 70-day consultation begins as domestic bans continue.
Ottawa suspends a planned ban on exporting plastic bags, straws, and cutlery, citing economic pressures. A new 70-day consultation period is now open. Read the details.
Nvidia plans to start shipping its H200 AI chips to China in February 2025, according to Reuters sources. This move follows U.S. export restrictions and highlights the ongoing tech trade dynamics.
Windsor police ask for public help to identify a suspect after a deliberately set vehicle fire caused $105,000 in damage to an SUV and garage in Amherstburg.
Ford Motor Company issues a major safety recall for more than 270,000 electric and hybrid vehicles in the United States due to a potential roll-away risk. Learn the details and affected models.
New federal-provincial agreements seek to streamline approvals for mines and pipelines. Critics say excessive bureaucracy has long hindered Canada's economic prosperity and growth.
Ottawa and Ontario agree to eliminate overlapping environmental assessments for major projects, aiming to accelerate development like the Ring of Fire. Read the details.
Hamilton police have laid charges against 21 suspects following a major investigation into organized retail theft. The operation is believed to have caused losses exceeding one million dollars.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Prime Minister Mark Carney have agreed to streamline project approvals, aiming to fast-track critical mining and infrastructure developments like the Ring of Fire. Learn the details of this pivotal federal-provincial pact.
Two individuals from Cambridge face charges after a multi-community stolen vehicle incident. Guelph Police detail the arrests and ongoing investigation. Stay informed on local crime.
The Ottawa Senators will induct former head coach Jacques Martin into their Ring of Honour on January 24. Martin, the franchise's winningest coach, reflects on his legacy.
Alberta Health Services ends the tradition of ringing a bell after successful cancer treatment at Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital, citing infection control. Critics call the move callous.
A two-year joint investigation by OPP and CBSA has dismantled a major criminal organization exporting stolen luxury SUVs from the GTA. Over 300 vehicles worth $25M recovered, 20 individuals charged. Read the full story.
A massive joint investigation by the OPP and CBSA has led to the recovery of 306 stolen vehicles destined for overseas markets. Discover the details of this sprawling international auto-theft probe.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Doug Ford sign a pact to eliminate regulatory duplication for large projects, aiming to accelerate the Ring of Fire roads and other infrastructure. Read the details.
Prime Minister Mark Carney's first year highlights a generational shift in Canadian banking and economic policy. Explore the contrasts and key federal-provincial deals shaping the nation's financial future.
Global markets react as former President Trump orders a blockade of oil tankers to Venezuela, sending oil prices higher. Meanwhile, Canadian stocks show gains amid domestic news.
Ottawa and Ontario sign a pivotal agreement to streamline regulations for the Ring of Fire and other major projects, aiming to boost economic development in the North. Learn the details.
Animal advocates in Edmonton are pressuring the federal government to ban the export of horses for slaughter. Learn about their campaign and the call for legislative action.
Usha Vance, wife of Vice President JD Vance, opens up about recent marriage speculation and missing wedding ring rumours in a candid USA Today interview. Read her full response.
As Canada aims for major projects like the Ring of Fire, the lesson from Fort McMurray is clear: building communities is harder than building job sites. Ambition without capacity is a fantasy.
Hamilton Police have laid charges against a man in connection with a series of transport truck thefts across southern Ontario. Get the latest details on the investigation.
NDP MP Jenny Kwan criticizes the Liberal government's defence export legislation, calling it 'fearmongering.' Get the details on the parliamentary debate and its implications.
A stolen vehicle discovered stuck in a ditch in Kitchener resulted in the arrest of two individuals. Police are investigating the incident, which highlights ongoing community safety concerns.
AMD's CEO states the company is prepared to pay a new 15% tariff on AI chip exports to China, navigating complex U.S. trade restrictions. Get the latest on tech trade tensions.
Kamloops RCMP arrested two individuals following the theft of a security guard's vehicle. The incident highlights ongoing property crime concerns in the region.
Halton police have dismantled a major liquor trafficking ring, recovering over $1 million in stolen alcohol from the LCBO. Get the full details on the investigation.
The Ottawa Police Service has released its crime map data for 2025, pinpointing the city's vehicle theft hotspots. Discover the areas most affected and stay informed.
Grammy winner Miley Cyrus is engaged to musician Maxx Morando. Get the details on the ring, their romance since 2021, and what she's said about her partner.
Sault Ste. Marie police are investigating an assault and vehicle theft reported on November 26. The incident occurred the previous evening. Get the latest details.