Ontario Moves to Ban Declawing Cats and Debarking Dogs
Ontario is considering a landmark ban on cosmetic animal surgeries like declawing cats and debarking dogs. Learn about the proposed changes and their impact on pet welfare.
Ontario is considering a landmark ban on cosmetic animal surgeries like declawing cats and debarking dogs. Learn about the proposed changes and their impact on pet welfare.
A Canadian professor argues for banning the practice of boiling lobsters alive, citing animal welfare concerns. Explore the ethical debate and potential industry impacts.
Nova Scotia's lobster industry is successfully expanding exports to markets outside China, adapting to softened demand due to tariffs. Discover how trade flows are changing.
A Phase 2 parking ban for Edmonton residential and industrial areas starts Monday, January 12, 2026, at 7 a.m. Learn the details and how to comply.
A New Brunswick lobster processor has successfully appealed a $365,750 fine and a ban on hiring foreign workers. The decision, published January 9, 2026, overturns previous penalties.
The federal government has quietly reversed its ban on exporting single-use plastics just before Christmas 2025. The move, citing tariffs and supply chain issues, signals a shift in environmental policy. Read the full analysis.
Edmonton activates a city-wide Phase 2 residential parking ban starting Monday, January 11, 2026, following four major snowfalls. Non-compliance risks a $250 ticket. Learn the schedule and rules.
A New Hampshire lobsterman made a remarkable marine discovery, hauling in a vibrant blue lobster, a genetic anomaly estimated to occur once in every two million.
Municipalities in Waterloo Region and Wilmot Township have declared snow events, implementing overnight parking bans. Residents must move vehicles off streets to allow for plowing.
Edmonton activates a Phase 1 parking ban to clear major snow accumulation from roads. The ban starts Sunday and could last up to five days, with $250 fines for violations.
A citywide parking ban will be in effect in Edmonton starting Sunday morning, December 28, 2025, to facilitate snow removal operations. Residents must move vehicles or face tickets and towing.
The U.K. has declared boiling lobsters alive unacceptable, but a Canadian fisherman argues similar legislation has no place in Canada's seafood industry. Explore the debate.
The City of Winnipeg has officially lifted its residential parking ban, allowing residents to park on streets again. Get the latest details on the city's snow clearing efforts.
Nova Scotia RCMP are investigating a significant theft of lobster in Lunenburg County. Get the latest details on this coastal crime.
The City of Edmonton has issued 113 tickets during the first phase of its seasonal parking ban. Learn about the enforcement details and how the ban affects snow clearing operations.
The City of Edmonton has ended its Phase 1 parking ban on arterial and collector roads as crews make headway. The ban concluded at 7 a.m. on December 22.
The City of Edmonton's seasonal parking ban is ending Monday morning, allowing residents to resume on-street parking. Get the details on the city's snow-clearing efforts.
A residential parking ban is now active in Winnipeg. The city urges residents to find alternate parking to facilitate snow clearing operations. Learn the details and how it affects you.
Canadian consumers see lobster prices fall sharply to $11 per pound, offering rare relief as overall food costs climbed 4.2% last month. Discover the factors behind this seasonal drop.
A major fire has destroyed the Stonehaven Lobster Co. facility near Bathurst. The blaze on Thursday caused significant damage to the live lobster storage operation.
Nova Scotia's lobster industry is experiencing a sales boom as low market prices attract consumers. Discover how this trend is impacting local fishermen and the economy.
The Danish government announces plans to prohibit burqas and niqabs in schools and universities. Explore the details and implications of this proposed policy shift.
U.S. President Donald Trump expands travel ban to 27 countries, including Palestinian Authority and Syria, citing compromised vetting abilities after recent conflicts. Details on the new restrictions.
Learn when and how the City of Ottawa enforces winter parking bans to keep roads clear for snowplows. Essential info for residents to avoid tickets and towing.
Nova Scotia lobster fishers report significantly larger-than-average catches two weeks into the season. Experts weigh in on potential causes and market impacts.
Montreal's STM maintenance workers begin month-long overtime ban in December, potentially affecting public transit services. Learn how this labor action could impact your commute.
A new Canada-Alberta deal opens a path to amend the 2019 Oil Tanker Moratorium Act, potentially enabling bitumen exports from BC's North Coast to Asian markets.
The National Council of Canadian Muslims is considering legal action against Quebec's expanded secularism law, which bans religious symbols in schools and public prayer. Read about the controversial Bill 9.
Quebec tables Bill 9 to strengthen state secularism, targeting religious food in institutions, public prayer, and symbols. Minister Roberge calls it a defining day.
BC Premier David Eby dismisses pipeline memorandum as distraction while First Nations leaders reaffirm tanker ban stance. Get the latest on energy policy developments.