Skip to content

National News

WestJet cancels more than 150 flights following surprise mechanics union strike

WestJet cancels more than 150 flights following surprise mechanics union strike

A surprise strike by unionized airline mechanics at WestJet has left thousands of the airline’s passengers wondering whether they will get to their destinations today after the airline cancelled more than 150 flights.
Read more >
As fall elections loom, are fears for the state of democracy in Canada justified?

As fall elections loom, are fears for the state of democracy in Canada justified?

At ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day in France a month ago, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau delivered a warning about the state of democracy.
Read more >
French-Montrealers vote in ‘historic’ election amid surge in far-right

French-Montrealers vote in ‘historic’ election amid surge in far-right

MONTREAL — Large numbers of French nationals in Montreal are expected to turn out on Saturday for the first round of France's parliamentary elections, spurred to the ballot box by the threat of a surging far-right party and its allies that are leadin
Read more >
In email to caucus, Liberal MP says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau should step down

In email to caucus, Liberal MP says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau should step down

OTTAWA — One Liberal MP who is not seeking re-election has sent an email to fellow caucus members calling for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to step down as party leader. Another suggested it may be time to put that question to the party's membership.
Read more >
B.C. Review Board lets child killer Schoenborn keep eligibility for 28-day leave

B.C. Review Board lets child killer Schoenborn keep eligibility for 28-day leave

VANCOUVER — The British Columbia Review Board has ruled that Allan Schoenborn, who killed his three children in 2008, will keep his eligibility for up to 28 days of unescorted leave from a psychiatric hospital.
Read more >
Father of slain B.C. woman Tori Dunn pleads for change after violent offender charged

Father of slain B.C. woman Tori Dunn pleads for change after violent offender charged

SURREY, B.C. — The father of Tori Dunn says her family and friends are angry that the justice system has failed them after police announced a murder charge against a man who was released from custody weeks before her killing in Surrey, B.C.
Read more >
Ore slide at Yukon's Victoria Gold mine not the first this year: government officials

Ore slide at Yukon's Victoria Gold mine not the first this year: government officials

WHITEHORSE — A recent slide of ore at a gold mine in central Yukon was the second such failure this year, the territorial government said.
Read more >
Calgary mayor warns water use too high as possible end to restrictions nears

Calgary mayor warns water use too high as possible end to restrictions nears

CALGARY — Calgary's mayor said it's unfortunate residents seem to have abandoned conservation efforts days before full water service is expected to be restored.
Read more >
Biden's performance leaves supporters worried after first presidential debate

Biden's performance leaves supporters worried after first presidential debate

PHILADELPHIA — A shaky start from a stumbling Joe Biden left some Democratic supporters concerned the president was not able to push back on rival Donald Trump's oftentimes exaggerated or inaccurate claims during the first presidential debate ahead o
Read more >
Poilievre's office silent on leader's Pride plans, other party chiefs look to attend

Poilievre's office silent on leader's Pride plans, other party chiefs look to attend

OTTAWA — Pierre Poilievre is the only federal leader whose staff won't answer questions about whether their chief intends to participate in Pride events this summer.
Read more >