Igor Makarov, a billionaire former Russian oligarch, has failed to convince a Canadian court to lift sanctions freezing $145 million in assets. The court cited his deep ties to Russia's gas sector and dealings with Vladimir Putin.
A Canadian appeal court has dismissed billionaire Igor Makarov's bid to lift sanctions, freezing $145M in assets linked to Russia's energy sector and Putin ties. Read the full ruling.
A new opinion piece argues Alberta needs periodic driver re-testing to combat forgotten rules and bad habits. Learn why changes like roundabouts and move-over laws make it essential.
An Alberta court's decision to strike down the mandatory oath to King Charles III for new lawyers has ignited a debate about Canada's identity as a constitutional monarchy. Explore the legal and national implications.
Sarnia Police Service is appealing to the public for new information regarding the unsolved homicide of Robert 'B.J.' Raymond. Anyone with details is urged to come forward.
An Egyptian court has rejected the appeal of a prominent economist, confirming a five-year prison sentence. The case highlights ongoing concerns about judicial independence in Egypt.
Toronto police are appealing for witnesses after a vehicle crashed into a North York store on Christmas Eve, killing one person. Get the latest details on the investigation.
A new federal report shows 629 Employment and Social Development Canada employees faced discipline last year, with unauthorized data access the top offence. Read the full findings.
Windsor police arrested a driver allegedly found asleep behind the wheel on Christmas Eve morning. The investigation into the dangerous incident is ongoing.
The Quebec government will ask the Supreme Court of Canada to overturn a ruling that invalidated a law delaying the elimination of a Gaspé Peninsula riding. Read the latest on this constitutional battle.
Durham Regional Police are investigating an unprovoked assault in Vaughan and appealing for witnesses. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs files an appeal for immediate release from prison. Get the latest details on his legal team's arguments and the case's status.
South Korea's parliament has approved a bill allowing heavy punitive damages for publishing false information, raising concerns over press freedom and censorship. Learn the details and implications.
Gatineau police are asking for the public's assistance in locating Marc Latourelle, 43, who was last seen on December 22. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
The Alberta Court of Appeal has ordered a new trial for a Calgary addictions counsellor previously convicted of sexual assault. The case involves a 2019 encounter with a teen in Lethbridge. Read the full legal details.
Alberta plans to test 120 km/h speed limits on select rural highways. A reader argues the de facto limit is already 120 km/h, raising safety concerns. Plus, letters on MAID access and immigration policy.
A letter to the editor challenges a columnist's portrayal of opposition to Edmonton's King Thunderbird Centre, detailing zoning disputes and a landmark legal agreement.
As the second anniversary nears, Toronto Police are appealing for clues in the mysterious disappearance of Taron Stepanyan, last seen in Scarborough on Dec. 23, 2023.
Following a provincial warning, Greater Sudbury implements new training to reduce driver violations. Learn how the city is working to improve road safety for all.
Quebec provincial police are asking for witnesses to a collision on Highway 50. Anyone with information is urged to contact investigators to help piece together the events.
The Trump administration is appealing a judge's decision to reverse federal funding cuts at Harvard University. Get the latest details on this ongoing legal and political battle.
A Regina police officer received a one-day unpaid suspension after improperly accessing personal data 67 times. Chief Lorilee Davies responds to the privacy commissioner's report.
The family of Liam Toman, a 22-year-old Ontario man missing since a ski trip to Mont-Tremblant in February 2025, is urgently appealing for new information as the search continues.
The Alberta Court of Appeal has ruled a lawyer need not swear allegiance to the monarch, citing religious freedom. The decision redefines the legal oath's meaning in Canada.
A new study by B.C.'s information watchdog is investigating the opaque 'black box' of the province's freedom of information systems. Learn about the findings and their implications for transparency.
Ottawa police are investigating a hit-and-run on McArthur Avenue in Vanier. Authorities urge witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.
A California family is pleading for their cat's return after security footage allegedly shows an Amazon delivery driver taking the pet. The driver has been fired and charges are pending.
Prince Edward Island announces a new community legal clinic to improve access to justice for residents. Learn about the initiative and its goals for 2025.
An Alberta Court of Appeal ruling declares the lawyer's oath of allegiance to the sovereign a Charter violation. Explore the case, its implications for citizenship, and the call for an appeal.
Ontario's Crown Law Office appeals the acquittal of supervisor Steven Deans in the 2023 electrocution death of worker Nicholas Chenier. A new trial is sought.