Cities
Ottawa mayoral candidates propose fare cuts, hikes and service fixes
The four leading candidates have released platforms focused on fares, reliability and funding ahead of the Oct. 26 election.
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iGaming
Casinos Austria names Andreas Bierwirth as next CEO for 2027
He will succeed Erwin van Lambaart in March 2027 as the company prepares for major licence renewals and a liberalised online market.
Weather
Canadian researchers reveal hidden rivalry at heart of high-temperature superconductors
The study shows the pseudogap state emerges when superconductivity is suppressed, challenging previous theories about their relationship.
Weather
Scientist says high fire risk, gusty winds preceded deadly CFB Wainwright blaze
An atmospheric physics professor says the Fire Weather Index was high and a forecast cold front brought gusts before the grass fire killed four soldiers.
Environment
Space sector sees Arctic leadership chance, wants faster procurement
The group's members want program managers to have more authority and a faster procurement process to seize the opportunity.
Environment
Canada needs 19 million EV charging ports by 2040, report finds
A new report says the country must build millions of charging stations to support an expected 21 million electric vehicles on the roads.
Science
Prime Minister appoints astronaut Jeremy Hansen as special space adviser
The appointment comes as the U.S. ambassador says Canada is moving away from SpaceX and looking to Europe for partnerships.
Housing
National Bank urges more immigration, foreign buyers to clear unsold housing inventory
A new report warns of a record backlog of unsold new homes and calls for policy changes to boost demand.
Science
Ottawa invests in rocket launches, satellites and new military space roles
The federal government announced new contracts and funding for spaceports and satellite communications at a conference in Gatineau.
iGaming
BETBY sponsors new elite rapid chess tournament in Barcelona
The MOVE Cup will feature an eight-player field, a €300,000 prize pool and an equal donation to the MOVE Foundation.
Housing
Ottawa housing market sees more supply but affordability gap persists
Rental units are being built at a pace not seen in decades, but experts say the new supply is not reaching those most in need.
Environment
Intact opens grant applications for communities to reduce flood and wildfire risk
Municipalities and Indigenous communities can apply for up to $225,000 to implement practical projects until Dec. 18, 2026.
Environment
Northern First Nations leaders call for stronger wildfire partnerships, training
Leaders at a national conference say closer collaboration and hands-on training are needed to tackle increasingly severe fire seasons.