The World Cup looks different this year not only because it’s being played across three countries, but thanks to a new addition sparking a heated debate: hydration breaks. FIFA introduced the three-minute pauses in each 45-minute half, effectively creating four unofficial quarters. Soccer’s governing body says the measure is necessary to protect players from heat and…
Canada’s national Inuit organization is calling on the federal government to be better partners, saying Canada must respect Inuit rights to governance and self-determination. Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami wrapped up a two-day Arctic sovereignty conference in Ottawa on Friday. In a statement following the summit, ITK says it firmly rejects what it calls “outdated, colonial approaches…
Consumers may be entitled to a piece of a multi-billion dollar settlement if they consumed some recalled Silk brand plant-based beverages that were part of a deadly listeria outbreak in 2024. Those who want to file a claim, and potentially receive a share of the settlement, have until Oct. 16, 2026, to submit. A class-action…
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 federal government is giving provinces and territories an additional $5.4 billion over two years for the national $10-a-day child-care program…
During Canada and Qatar’s World Cup matchup on June 18, Canadian midfielder Ismaël Koné suffered a “gruesome” leg injury that left him being stretchered off the pitch, dampening Canada’s first-ever World Cup victory. In the 51st minute of the match, Koné received a pass from teammate Jonathan David. As soon as Koné received the ball,…
By Jim Bronskill The Canadian Press Posted June 19, 2026 1:59 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The RCMP says it worked with international partners to deal a blow to cybercriminals who trick users into downloading malicious files disguised as legitimate computer updates. Investigators say SocGholish malware — linked…
The Canada Strong Pass has returned ahead of the busy summer travel season, and it offers free or discounted admission and travel at various locations across Canada. The pass was created originally to encourage domestic tourism as many Canadians soured on travelling to the U.S. This was after U.S. President Donald Trump launched a trade…
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canada will slap a 10 per cent tariff on global imports of canned vegetables to address “immediate challenges” facing the domestic industry, the federal government announced Friday. Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne said in a statement the new tariff will take effect immediately and will remain in place…
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers have signed new collective agreements, ending years of labour uncertainty and turmoil as the parties tried to reach a new deal. This comes after the union gave the contracts the green light at the end of May, with…
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A Canadian tourist was shot and killed Thursday at the Kruger National Park in South Africa, according to officials. “It is alleged that the 69-year-old male tourist approached the concession operator, who was holding a rifle, and asked if it was a real firearm,” a South African…