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Travel between Canada and the United States has long been one of the busiest international tourism corridors in the world. Millions of Canadians routinely crossed the border every year for vacations, shopping trips, business meetings, sporting events, and seasonal stays in warmer American states. However, new research from Canadian academics suggests the recent decline in Continue reading

Alberta’s government is facing mounting criticism after passing legislation that could allow a Crown corporation to sell sensitive customer information connected to the province’s online gambling platform. Privacy experts, opposition voices, and public-interest advocates are warning that the move may weaken public trust in how governments protect personal data. The controversy centers on Play Alberta, Continue reading

Spring & Mulberry, a North Carolina-based chocolate company known for crafting date-sweetened chocolate bars, has significantly expanded its nationwide recall after concerns emerged over possible Salmonella contamination linked to one of its ingredients. The latest recall now affects all 12 flavors produced by the company, marking the second major expansion of the safety alert in Continue reading

The roar inside Bell Centre reached another level Sunday night as the Montreal Canadiens delivered a statement performance against the Buffalo Sabres in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Second Round. Fueled by another explosive outing from Alex Newhook, the Canadiens stormed back after an early deficit and rolled to a commanding 6-2 victory in Continue reading

The British Columbia government has introduced significant changes to the province’s alcohol distribution system, allowing more locally made alcoholic beverages to be sold directly to bars, restaurants, and retailers without going through the provincial distribution network. While the government and many small producers say the move modernizes the industry and improves efficiency, labour unions argue Continue reading

Saturday night’s Lotto 6/49 draw turned into one of those rare lottery evenings where winners appeared in nearly every prize tier, stretching from a newly minted millionaire in the Gold Ball draw to hundreds of thousands of smaller prize recipients across Canada. While the $5 million classic jackpot went unclaimed, the draw still delivered life-changing Continue reading

Keeping track of multiple Canada Revenue Agency benefit payment schedules can quickly become confusing when different programs follow monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles. For millions of households across Canada, these payments are not just administrative details but essential income support that helps cover rent, groceries, childcare, energy bills, and disability-related expenses. This detailed guide brings Continue reading

A major international firearms trafficking investigation has led to federal charges against three men accused of attempting to move a large cache of weapons across the U.S.–Canada border. According to a news release from federal authorities, nearly 90 firearms were allegedly discovered concealed inside a vehicle traveling through upstate New York, with investigators stating that Continue reading

As Canadian households continue to deal with higher grocery bills, rent increases, energy costs, and general inflation pressures, a wide range of government benefit payments are scheduled to roll out across June and July 2026. These payments come from both federal and provincial programs and are designed to support seniors, families with children, workers with Continue reading

Canadians who use Government of Canada online services such as the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) “My Account” or other federal digital portals may now be eligible for compensation following a court-approved class-action settlement. The Federal Court approved the settlement on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, bringing closure to a nationwide class action involving allegations that government Continue reading