SailGP returns to Halifax this weekend, with organizers expecting another successful event out on the harbour. The international sailing event has already sold more than 12,000 tickets and all 13 teams say they’re ready to put on a great show for the fans. “Halifax is built for this,” said Russell Coutts, CEO of SailGP. “I…
By Milena Baak Global News Posted June 19, 2026 2:53 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The City of Vancouver is alerting residents and visitors to be aware of possible parking scams following multiple complaints from the community. A variety of text messages from scam numbers claiming they represent…
What time concerts must end and allowable noise levels during the Calgary Stampede have changed for this year’s event, according to a city memo, and at least one festival venue has taken issue with the adjustments. According to a memo to city council from Calgary Community Standards chief Ryan Pleckaitis, obtained by Global News, weeknight…
For more than a decade, the view after Calgary Transit riders emerge from the Westbrook LRT station has been the same: weeds, a few benches and walking paths. But throughout that time, the potential has been visible too. Now, the City of Calgary is doing something about it. “It can become more than just a…
Saskatoon’s municipal administration is making a recommendation to city council, seeking permission to begin negotiations with a First Nation community about a possible partnership to develop its downtown event and entertainment district. In a news release Wednesday, the City of Saskatoon says the recommendation will be made to council next week to allow administration to…
Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. A City of Hamilton public works employee is being credited with helping save residents trapped inside a burning east-Hamilton home before…
It’s an area of Kelowna, B.C., that is considered by many the epicentre of crime and social disorder. The issues plaguing Rutland are ones that have long been overlooked, according to many who live and work in the area. “I feel like the system has failed us,” said concerned Rutland resident Kitana Toland. Toland and…
Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. The RCMP are investigating an allegation that the principal and founder of a local planning consulting firm offered campaign donations in…
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The City of Vancouver has announced that a one-night fireworks show will take place this summer. Called Summer Lights in English Bay, it will take place on Friday, July 31, at English Bay Beach Park and will be free for everyone. It will also kick off Vancouver…
Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. The city of Toronto is defending reselling its World Cup tickets for profit, with the mayor’s office saying the move helps…