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Ontario cuts booze discount for bars, restaurants in 2026

Ontario will reduce its wholesale alcohol discount for bars and restaurants from 15% to 10% starting Jan. 1, 2026. Industry warns this will raise costs for struggling businesses and likely increase prices for consumers.

No New Calgary Drug Sites as Chumir Set to Close

Alberta's Mental Health Minister confirms no new supervised consumption sites for Calgary after the Sheldon Chumir centre closes this spring, shifting focus to recovery. Read the full story.

Ottawa Beer Store Closures Raise Recycling Questions

Recent Beer Store closures in Ottawa are leading to more alcohol containers in blue bins, disrupting Ontario's deposit return system and raising environmental concerns. Learn about the new agreements and impacts.

Man guilty of murder in Leslieville site shooting

A Toronto man has been found guilty of murder for a 2025 shooting outside a Leslieville consumption site that killed a bystander, Karolina Huebner-Makurat. The verdict brings closure to a tragic case of community violence.

Ohio University fires football coach Brian Smith

Ohio University has dismissed head football coach Brian Smith for serious professional misconduct following an administrative review, with reports citing a violation of the school's alcohol and drugs policy.

Canadian Travel to U.S. Down 40% Over Last Year

Flight Centre data reveals a sharp 40% decline in Canadians vacationing in the USA. Discover the shifting travel trends and what destinations are gaining popularity instead.

$5.1M for Sable Island Energy Efficiency Upgrades

The federal government is spending $5.1 million to reduce energy consumption at buildings on Nova Scotia's iconic Sable Island. The project aims to lower the environmental footprint of operations on the remote sandbar.

TSX down 100+ points, U.S. markets also lower

Canada's S&P/TSX composite index fell sharply, losing over 100 points on December 16, 2025, as U.S. stock markets also retreated. Get the latest business and market analysis.

Home Sales Decline Near Calgary in November

New data from the Calgary Real Estate Board reveals a sharp drop in home sales and prices in communities surrounding Calgary for November 2025. Explore the key figures and see which town bucked the trend.

Under $2M of U.S. Booze Left at NB Liquor Depot

New Brunswick Liquor has less than $2 million worth of American alcohol left in its depot. Get the latest details on the provincial stock levels and what it means for consumers.

Double-Digit Drop in Waterloo Region Home Sales

Home sales in the Waterloo Region fell sharply in November 2025, with realtors reporting a significant double-digit decline. Get the latest data and analysis on the local real estate market shift.

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