Environment
Wildfire smoke deaths in Canada surge 275 percent since early 2000s, report finds
A major report says an average of 4,000 deaths were linked to wildfire smoke annually from 2021 to 2025.
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iGaming
1xCare partners with Spanish federation FEJAR to improve access to gambling harm support
The partnership will initially focus on strengthening access to FEJAR's online therapy services for people facing barriers to in-person help.
Science
Scientists find common brain signal linked to schizophrenia symptoms
The discovery suggests seemingly separate symptoms like sensory and speech difficulties may share a neurological process.
Science
Researchers study fungi, beetles and birds in B.C. to understand post-fire recovery
Scientists are tracking charcoal-eating fungi and fire-adapted species to learn how ecosystems rebound from increasingly intense blazes.
Cities
Mark Sutcliffe re-elected Ottawa mayor as voter turnout declines
Unofficial results show Sutcliffe secured 44.6% of the vote, defeating councillor Jeff Leiper.
Weather
Snowfall prompts winter driving warnings across Alberta
Environment Canada has issued dozens of weather alerts, with up to 20 centimetres of snow forecast for some areas.
Environment
Youth plaintiffs testify about climate anxiety and cultural loss in landmark trial
Fifteen young people are arguing federal legislation violates their rights by failing to curb greenhouse gas emissions.
Environment
Youth climate trial opens with arguments over constitutional duty
Fifteen young Canadians are arguing federal climate law violates their charter rights by failing to protect them from worsening climate harms.
Housing
Canadian home prices fall in eight provinces, led by Nova Scotia
Only Prince Edward Island saw a price increase last month, while Nova Scotia posted the largest monthly decline.
iGaming
Honoré Gaming integrates ThrillPots jackpot solution across Africa and LatAm
Operators on the Honoré Gaming platform will gain instant access to the customizable, player-funded jackpot product.
Weather
Parks Canada ends search and rescue dog program after more than 50 years
The program, which began in 1970, was used for wilderness rescues, avalanche recoveries and law enforcement support.
Housing
Mortgage delinquencies in Ontario to keep rising until mid-2027, CMHC says
The national housing agency says delinquency rates in Ontario are nearing levels not seen since 2008, with Toronto facing persistent stress.
Housing
Kelowna commercial real estate market steady as investors focus on retail fundamentals
Investor interest remains strong but cautious, with multi-tenant retail attracting the greatest attention, according to a new report.