Liberals Admit Plastics Export Ban a Costly Mistake
The federal government proposes to cancel its export ban on single-use plastics, admitting the policy harms Canadian businesses without environmental benefit. Read the details.
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Eby's Disturbing Admission on B.C. Reconciliation, Business
B.C. Premier David Eby concedes he lacks a plan to balance Indigenous reconciliation with business confidence, creating legal uncertainty over land title. Read the analysis.
Edmonton doctor leads Canadian Centre on Substance Use
Dr. Louis Francescutti, an Edmonton emergency physician, takes the helm at the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction, aiming to tackle the root causes of addiction impacting Canada's healthcare system.
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.
Federal Government Suspends Single-Use Plastic Export Ban
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.
Government Suspends Ban on Plastic Waste Exports
The Canadian government has suspended its planned ban on exporting single-use plastic waste. This policy reversal, announced December 24, 2025, marks a significant shift in environmental strategy. Read the details and implications.
Project Inizio Modernizes Classic Land Rover Series III
ECD Automotive Design reveals Project Inizio, a custom Series III Land Rover with a modern LS3 V8 engine. See how classic vehicles are reimagined for today's drivers.
St. Albert sells land near residential school despite protest
St. Albert city council rejects motion to pause sale of Mission Hill land, raising concerns about unmarked graves and reconciliation commitments. Read the latest.
Trump Admin Reverses Biden-Era Land Mine Policy
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has reversed a policy banning antipersonnel land mines, allowing global use. The move, detailed in a new memo, is framed as a strategic necessity. Read the full analysis.
B.C. Calls for Ottawa's Help on Flood Plan Amid New Climate Actions
B.C. requests federal funding for flood risk reduction, protects over 450 sq km of forestry land, and Ottawa introduces stricter methane regulations. Get the latest climate news for Dec. 15-21, 2025.
Holy Land's top Catholic leader makes visit to Gaza parish
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem visited a Catholic parish in Gaza, meeting children in a symbolic gesture of hope during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Read the full story.
Reiner Family Tragedy Fuels Harmful Addiction Stigma Online
The arrest of Nick Reiner for his parents' murder triggered cruel online speculation. Experts warn against dehumanizing addiction and call for compassion. Learn why stigma harms recovery.
Canada's Duty to Correct Indigenous Dispossession
Chief Kelly LaRocca argues Canada must move beyond symbolic gestures to address the cumulative policies that dispossessed Indigenous peoples. Read her call for tangible action.
Musqueam Band Appeals Court Decision, Assures Private Property Safety
Musqueam Chief Wayne Sparrow addresses concerns over land rights appeal, emphasizing the band is not targeting private property. Read the full story on the Cowichan decision.
eXp Realty, Land id Launch Tech Partnership for Agents
eXp Realty partners with Land id, providing agents nationwide with advanced property mapping and geospatial intelligence tools to enhance client presentations and market analysis.
Major B.C. Forest Conservation Project Protects 450+ Sq Km
A landmark deal in southeastern B.C. permanently protects over 450 sq km of critical forest habitat. Learn about this historic partnership and its impact on wildlife and climate. Read more.
Toronto hikes land transfer tax on luxury homes over $3M
Toronto City Council has approved Mayor Olivia Chow's proposal to increase the land transfer tax for luxury home sales above $3 million. Learn about the new policy and its implications for the city's real estate market.
SIU Clears Windsor Officers in Arrest Injury Case
Ontario's police watchdog will not lay charges against Windsor officers after a man suffered a broken nose during an arrest. The SIU concluded the use of force was legally justified.
Toronto Should Ditch Land Transfer Tax, Analyst Says
Following Calgary's move to reduce property tax hikes, calls grow for Toronto to scrap its municipal land transfer tax, which critics argue worsens housing affordability and distorts the market.
45,000 hectares of B.C. forestry land protected in major deal
The Canadian government has announced a landmark conservation agreement protecting 45,000 hectares of British Columbia's vital forestry land. Discover the details and significance of this major environmental commitment.
Barrie Police Use of Force Deemed Justified
The SIU has cleared Barrie police officers after a custody altercation left a man with a broken nose. The ruling, citing justified force, was released on December 16, 2025.
Little Lakes gravel pit application going to mediation
A contentious application for a gravel pit near Goderich, Ont. is proceeding to mediation. The proposal has faced significant local opposition, marked by protest signs in the community.
San Diego Considers $30M Settlement in Police Shooting
San Diego officials are considering a $30 million settlement for the family of Konoa Wilson, a Black teen fatally shot by police in January 2025. The case has sparked significant debate over police use of force.
Scromiting: Cannabis-Linked Illness Rising in Canada
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, known as 'scromiting,' is increasing. Learn about this severe condition linked to long-term marijuana use, its symptoms, and the urgent health warning for Canadians.
Tribunal clears way for major Cambridge condo project
A tribunal decision has cleared the final hurdle for a major three-tower condo development at the site of the former Preston Springs Hotel in Cambridge, paving the way for significant urban transformation.
B.C. issues new youth mental health guidelines for doctors
The B.C. government has released new clinical guidance for physicians to improve mental health and substance-use care for young people across the province. Learn about the key changes.
Anthem to Build Two Vancouver Rental Towers with Partner
Anthem Properties has finalized a joint venture to develop two mixed-use rental towers in Vancouver's Cambie Corridor and Mount Pleasant, adding 293 rental homes by 2028.
Cowichan Tribes Land Case Implications for BC
The Cowichan Tribes land title ruling is now Canada's most significant case, sparking fierce debate over Indigenous rights and private property certainty. Explore the legal and political fallout.
Guelph group worries about future of land near Kortright site
A Guelph community group expresses deep concern over the future of an 8-hectare parcel of land near the former Kortright Waterfowl Park site, photographed in December 2025.
New Public Dashboard Shows Drug-Use Data via Wastewater
A new public dashboard in Ontario provides real-time insights into community drug use through wastewater analysis. Discover the data and its implications for public health policy.
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