Calgary gas prices drop below $1 per litre
Drivers in Calgary are seeing relief at the pumps as gas prices tumble below $1 per litre at some stations, a direct impact of lower global oil prices. Find out where and why.
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Calgary's Safe Consumption Site Closure: What's at Stake?
The provincial decision to close Calgary's sole supervised consumption site at Sheldon Chumir Health Centre raises alarms. Without alternatives, vulnerable neighbours face increased risks. Read the full analysis.
B.C. winds down free take-home safer supply drugs
British Columbia mandates medical supervision for most safer supply drugs after years of evidence showed diversion to the black market. Critics say the policy change came too late.
Kinew Drops Promise to Regulate Manitoba Gas Prices
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew has reversed a key campaign promise to regulate provincial gas prices. The announcement was made on December 23, 2025. Read the details and implications.
Gas Prices Drop for U.S. Holiday Travelers
American motorists are getting a break at the pump this holiday season with lower gas prices. Find out the factors behind the drop and what it means for travel.
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.
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.
Gas Prices Fall Again Across the Maritimes
Drivers in the Maritimes are seeing relief at the pumps as fuel prices drop. Get the latest details on this welcome trend and what it means for your wallet.
BP Appoints Meg O'Neill as New Chief Executive
BP shocks markets by appointing external CEO Meg O'Neill, marking a strategic pivot back to fossil fuels. Discover her vision for natural gas and the challenges ahead.
$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.
Royal Alexandra Hospital Supervised Consumption Site Closes
The supervised consumption site at Edmonton's Royal Alexandra Hospital closed its doors Tuesday. Read about the implications for public health and addiction services in the city.
Calgary Supervised Consumption Site to Close in 2026
The Alberta government has pledged to shut down the supervised consumption site at Calgary's Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre next year. Learn more about the decision and its implications.
N.B. Fuel Prices Drop 7.9 Cents After EUB Weekend Change
New Brunswick drivers got a break at the pumps as the Energy and Utilities Board made a surprise weekend adjustment, lowering gasoline prices by 7.9 cents per litre. Get the details on this significant price drop.
Winnipeg Changes Location for Supervised Drug Site
The City of Winnipeg has informed residents of a revised location for a planned supervised drug consumption site. Get the latest details on this public health initiative.
Over 16,000 dinosaur footprints found in Bolivia
Paleontologists have mapped over 16,000 dinosaur footprints at the Carreras Pampas site in Bolivia, the world's most extensive tracksite. Discover the ancient secrets revealed.
Contaminated fuel caused BC seaplane crash, injuring 5
A Transportation Safety Board investigation found contaminated fuel caused a Wilderness Seaplanes crash near Vancouver in Dec. 2023, injuring five. Read the full report details.
Clinton: Social Media Misinfo Shapes Youth Views on Israel
Hillary Clinton warns misinformation on platforms like TikTok is dangerously shaping young Americans' views on Israel-Palestine, calling it a 'serious problem for democracy.'
U.S. crude, fuel inventories rose last week: EIA
The U.S. Energy Information Administration reported a rise in crude oil and fuel stockpiles for the previous week. Get the latest data on energy inventories and market implications.
B.C. NDP enforces witnessed consumption for safer supply
The B.C. government announces new rules requiring witnessed consumption of safer-supply drugs, addressing long-standing diversion issues. Critics question the nine-month delay in implementation.
Canadians Drinking Less: LCBO Report Shows Sustained Decline
New data reveals Canadians are drinking significantly less alcohol, marking a structural shift driven by economics, demographics, and cannabis. Explore the numbers and what this means for the future.
Calgary gas drops under $1 per litre at south station
Calgary drivers witnessed rare gas prices fall below $1 per litre at a south Petro-Canada station. Discover locations and factors behind this significant price drop.
UCP closes Royal Alex safe consumption site
Edmonton loses another supervised consumption site as the UCP government shuts down the Royal Alexandra Hospital facility. Critics warn this move risks patient safety amid a worsening drug crisis.
Fuel Prices Decline Across Maritime Provinces
Motorists across Canada's Maritime provinces are seeing relief at the pumps as gas and diesel prices experience significant decreases this week.
Nova Scotia Diesel Price Adjustment Takes Effect
Nova Scotia's energy board announces diesel price changes starting Wednesday. Learn how this affects consumers and the provincial energy market.
Regina police respond to legal home bird butchering
Regina Police responded to a call about 70 birds being butchered at a residence. Investigation confirmed the activity was legal for personal consumption. Learn the full story.
Hyundai recalls 5,000 vehicles for fire risk
Hyundai announces major vehicle recall due to potential fuel leaks that could cause fires. Over 5,000 vehicles affected across Canada. Learn safety details and next steps.
COP30 Reaches Global Climate Deal on Fossil Fuels
A new global climate deal emerges from COP30 in Brazil, aiming to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels. Read the details on the hard-fought agreement.
UN Climate Negotiations Split on Fossil Fuel Phaseout
Negotiators at COP30 climate summit in Brazil remain divided over when and how to phase out oil, gas and coal. Key decisions delayed as overtime talks loom.
Seattle Airport Fuel Crisis on Pipeline Shutdown
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport faces a jet fuel shortage due to a pipeline spill and shutdown, threatening Thanksgiving travel. Airlines are implementing contingency plans.
G20 draft declaration reveals climate change compromises
G20 leaders' draft declaration shows significant compromises on climate language ahead of summit. Fossil fuel phase-out language softened amid global divisions.
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