OTTAWA — The governments of Canada and the United Arab Emirates say they have concluded negotiations on a free-trade agreement.
International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu told a press conference in Toronto on Friday that the next steps include legal review, the signing of the deal and ratification... Read more
EDMONTON — Fresh off multiple Canadian provinces agreeing this week to make it easier to get out-of-province alcohol shipped right to people's doorsteps, Alberta says it's now time to do the same for commercial retailers.
Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally says many provinces have a "protectionist... Read more
CHICAGO (AP) — When the Chicago Blackhawks selected Patrick Kane No. 1 overall in the 2007 draft, they counted on the forward, then just 18, to give their rebuilding team and its sputtering offense an immediate boost.
Fast-forward 19 years: The Blackhawks again hope that Kane, now 37 and entering... Read more
MILWAUKEE (AP) — CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has been arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.
According to the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office’s arrest report, Romo performed poorly on field sobriety tests after getting stopped... Read more
MILWAUKEE (AP) — CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has been arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.
According to the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office’s arrest report, Romo performed poorly on field sobriety tests after getting stopped... Read more
TORONTO — The federal government acknowledged this week that forced adoptions had a lasting impact on people and families in Canada after the Second World War but stopped short of offering the public apology sought by advocates, including some affected by the practice.
A petition calling on Ottawa... Read more
REGINA — The family of a Saskatchewan Roughrider player killed in a highway crash says he was deeply loved and will be missed beyond words.
They say in a statement that they are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from everyone who knew Jayden Dalke.
RCMP have said the 30-year-old... Read more
MONTREAL — Lionel Messi and his legion of fans grab most of the attention any time Inter Miami CF plays on the road.
On Saturday, CF Montréal could benefit from hosting the Major League Soccer club without its superstar captain.
Messi and Argentine teammate Rodrigo De Paul are both taking time off... Read more
The Connaught Fair is located at the Silver Stream Fairgrounds situated north of Tisdale, Saskatchewan.
This traditional annual fair is put on by the Connaught Agricultural Society... Read more
MONTREAL — World No. 1 Jannik Sinner and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic have withdrawn from the National Bank Open.
Tennis Canada announced Friday that neither headliner will compete in Montreal after both players were included on the entry list for the ATP Masters 1000 tournament at... Read more
VANCOUVER — Backup quarterback Chase Brice will lead the B.C. Lions into Saturday’s game against the Toronto Argonauts with starter Nathan Rourke injured.
Rourke, the CFL’s reigning outstanding player, hurt his shoulder on the second play from scrimmage in last week’s 19-17 loss to the Edmonton... Read more
The Cree Nation and Tibetan Buddhism.
Two cultures very far apart from one another geographically, but two that share a lot of similar beliefs and practices.
That’s why Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation invited a group of 10 monks from the Chinese province of Tibet to come here to Saskatchewan for a series... Read more
VANCOUVER — Cammi Granato is changing roles within the Vancouver Canucks’ front office.
General manager Ryan Johnson announced Friday that Granato will work as a senior amateur adviser after serving as assistant general manager for parts of five seasons.
Former president of hockey operations Jim... Read more
Big River First Nation Chief and Council hosted a Men’s vs Women’s Fancy Special Showdown at their fifth annual Powwow on Thursday evening, July 23. The event, titled ‘Empowering Our Youth Through Song and Dance,’ took place on July 21-23. “We’re really honoured that previous Chief, Jack Rayne,... Read more
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Member state representatives of the International Criminal Court voted to remove the global tribunal’s chief prosecutor on Friday, nearly two years after sexual misconduct allegations against him first emerged, two diplomats have confirmed to The Associated Press... Read more
TORONTO — First Nation chiefs and community members are highlighting the dangers that follow evacuees after they have fled northern Ontario wildfires, as they say those sheltering in Toronto hotels are facing elevated safety risks linked to drugs, alcohol and human trafficking.
Cat Lake First... Read more
WASHINGTON (AP) — South Carolina was selected Friday to once again lead off the Democratic Party’s 2028 presidential nominating schedule, most likely cementing a dramatic... Read more
ALPE D'HUEZ, France (AP) — Tadej Pogacar launched a stunning solo attack from the foot of the iconic Alpe d'Huez to win the 19th stage of the Tour de France and extend his overall lead on Friday.
Even by the four-time Tour champion's lofty... Read more
The Edmonton Elks walked it off with a 57-yard field goal to beat the Saskatchewan Roughriders 36-34 on Thursday night at Mosaic Stadium.
After Riders kicker Alex Hale made a field goal with 1:46 remaining in the game, Elks quarterback Cody Fajardo led a 52-yard drive and converted two third-down... Read more
OTTAWA — Public servants have just hours left to apply for the federal government's early retirement program.
The deadline lands at 2:59 a.m. ET and the Treasury Board website says more than 9,100 applications had been received as of Tuesday, though final numbers aren't expected until at least next... Read more
Elmer MacKay, a Nova Scotia politician who spent more than two decades representing the Central Nova district in the federal government, has died.
His son, Peter MacKay, who also represented the Central Nova district in Ottawa, confirmed his father's death in a post to the X social media platform.... Read more
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — A U.S. attorney announced a federal indictment on Friday against 11 people in the smuggling deaths of six migrants found in a rail cargo container in Texas in May... Read more
VANCOUVER — Spreading wildfires in British Columbia are triggering power outages nowhere near the flames.
BC Hydro says on its website that households across the province may be experiencing flickering lights, power interruptions, and power fluctuations.
The utility says this is due to wildfire... Read more
MONTREAL — CF Montréal acquired defender Brayan Ceballos from the New England Revolution on Friday.
Montreal sent the Revolution US$500,000 in 2026 general allocation money, $250,000 in 2027 GAM and up to an additional $100,000 in conditional GAM.
New England will also get an undisclosed percentage... Read more
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers.
James made the announcement on social media Friday, saying it will be his “last decision” and that it comes after he strongly considered retirement.
“I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am... Read more
Bastien MacLean, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Kamsack Times Kamsack is applying for PDAP (Provincial Disaster Assistance Program) program funding, which will allow private property owners to apply for help to cover uninsurable losses. Estimated damages to the town could be as high as $350,... Read more
Rebecca Hudescu, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, muskokaregion.com Muskoka’s lakes are some of the most important breeding habitats for common loons anywhere in the world, but Birds Canada says the iconic birds are raising fewer chicks than three decades ago, making the actions of local... Read more
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration says it's hitting Canada and dozens of other countries with double-digit tariffs because they're not doing enough to fight forced labour — but not everyone is convinced.
United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced the new duties Thursday just... Read more
OTTAWA — Canada Soccer hired Eleri Earnshaw as an assistant coach with the senior women's national team on Friday.
Earnshaw joins head coach Casey Stoney's staff ahead of the 2026 CONCACAF W Qualifiers, which determine spots at the 2027 Women's World Cup and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
The 41-year-... Read more
Sonal Gupta, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Canada’s National Observer On the first Saturday of Vancouver’s World Cup run, Susanna Ng expected a big day at New Town Bakery and Restaurant. For nearly five decades, the Chinatown institution has served regulars, cruise ship passengers and... Read more
For several quiet minutes on Thursday night, the score, the standings and the rivalry did not matter.
Thousands of fans stood inside Mosaic Stadium as the Saskatchewan Roughriders honoured Bhishma Rajyaguru and team captain Jayden Dalke, who were killed in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 11 near... Read more
MONTREAL — Quebec's obstetricians and gynecologists have filed a legal challenge against the medical specialists federation over what they call a persistent gender-related pay gap.
The association representing the province's obstetricians and gynecologists filed the review Thursday at a Quebec... Read more
A new cross-border bridge between Windsor, Ont., and Detroit is set to open Monday, with a Canada-only celebration today marking the end of a project mired by lengthy delays and political tension.
The Canadian ceremony for the Gordie Howe International Bridge comes after the federal government... Read more
A new cross-border bridge between Windsor, Ont., and Detroit is set to open Monday, with a Canada-only celebration today marking the end of a project mired by lengthy delays and political tension.
The Canadian ceremony for the Gordie Howe International Bridge comes after the federal government... Read more
MONTREAL — The leader of the Bloc Québécois, Yves-François Blanchet, has regained control of his personal account on the social media platform X, which had been hacked.
Earlier this week, two posts promoting cryptocurrencies appeared on Blanchet’s X account.
By Friday morning, those posts had... Read more
Andrea Moss, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, SaskToday.ca As Saskatchewan highways fill with vacationers, campers and commercial traffic, recent fatal and serious crashes across the province are serving as a reminder that summer driving conditions require as much caution as winter roads.... Read more
Andrea Moss, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, SaskToday.ca Yorkton Mayor Aaron Kienle and Métis Nation–Saskatchewan regional representative Darcy Lepowick recently took part in discussions at a United Nations forum in New York City, bringing perspectives from rural Saskatchewan to an... Read more
Kevin Berger, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Clark’s Crossing Gazette A report presented to RM of Corman Park councillors at their July 7 meeting shows that development within the municipality has continued to experience “sustained growth” over the past three years, with the number of... Read more
Threadbare Productions is bringing a few familiar faces back to Prince Albert. Montreal’s Ripcordz return to Prince Albert on Sunday with Prince Albert’s TV Casualties and Saskatoon’s Broken Idols at Studio Q. Paul Gott of the Ripcordz said it just seems like the band is on tour all of the time.... Read more
Canada Council for the Arts Program Officers Michael Peterson and Marty Ballentyne hosted information sessions for local artists to apply to national funding and grants on July 14 and 15. In the evening session on July 14 at 7p.m. at the EA Rawlinson Centre, attendants learned about how to set up... Read more