Sept 1: Canada to Lift Most U.S. Counter-Tariffs, Keeps Steel, Aluminum and Auto Duties
Canada will scrap the majority of its 25% retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports beginning September 1, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Friday. The duties, first imposed… Read more »
Get Tickets Now: Nine Accessible Halloween Villages to Host Free Trick-or-Treating Across Canada in 2025
What began eight years ago on a quiet Toronto street has grown into a nationwide movement reshaping how Halloween is celebrated. This October, nine Treat Accessibly Halloween… Read more »
Niagara Takes Flight: Ontario’s First flying Set to Open in Time For Labour Day Weekend
Visitors to Niagara Falls will soon have the chance to see the region from a perspective previously reserved for birds and drones. Opening on August 29 at… Read more »
Canada Spends $92.5 Billion on Debt Interest; Outpaces Health Transfers and Child Care Funding
Canadians are set to see a growing share of government budgets directed toward debt interest payments, according to a new study from the Fraser Institute. For 2024/25,… Read more »
Poll: Half of Canadians Say They’d Be Ashamed if Pierre Poilievre Became PM
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has secured his parliamentary seat in the Battle River–Crowfoot byelection, but new polling indicates significant challenges ahead of the party’s national convention in… Read more »
Costco Members Get $30 Off Banff Sunshine Meadows Lift Tickets for High-Alpine Adventures This Summer
Costco members have a chance to experience one of Banff National Park’s most striking landscapes at a reduced cost this summer. Available at two-pack of adult full-day… Read more »
A Conversation with Kamala Harris: Former U.S. Vice President Brings Book Tour to Toronto This Fall
Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will appear at Meridian Hall in Toronto on November 16, 2025, as part of her newly announced international book tour. The… Read more »
Halifax to Host Its First-Ever Dog Wedding — Vows, Treats, and Pints Included
Halifax has seen its share of unusual celebrations, but come September 20, 2025, the city will witness something entirely new: two dogs saying “I do” in front… Read more »
Saskatchewan Parks Unveil Late-Summer Lineup of Art, Music, Film, and Trails
Saskatchewan’s provincial parks are packing the final weeks of summer with art, music, film, and outdoor adventures — offering something for every visitor, from cinema under the… Read more »
New Westminster Farewells Summer With Grand Fireworks on Aug 23rd
The unofficial summer season ends in a week as Labour Day weekend is just around the corner. New Westminster’s Hyack Festival is seeing the season off right… Read more »
Explore Cody Caves For a Subterranean Adventure in British Columbia’s Selkirk Mountains
The caves contain an underground stream which eventually feeds the Ainsworth Hot Springs at the base of the mountain. The caves are open to limited exploration with a certified group of cavers who provide tours to the public. The park also has hiking trails that lead around the outside of the caves.
Canadians Back Air Canada Flight Attendants in Pay Battle; But Most Won’t Pay More for Wage Boost
A majority of Canadians support Air Canada flight attendants in their push for full pay for duties performed before takeoff and after landing, according to an Angus… Read more »
Sunflower Fields and Sunflower Mazes to Visit in Alberta
Flowers gardens attract many and when it comes to the sunflowers, their blossom and charm spread a unique glory across the miles. Make the most of your summer days with your family and friends in the lap of nature with these astonishing sunflower fields and mazes. Alberta is flooded with awe-inspiring scenic beauties and these blossoms of Sunflower fields provide enhanced fascinations to fill your summer with bright yellow memories. Whether you want to brighten your Instagram wall or want a fun family photo, here is a list of Sunflower fields and mazes across Alberta that you can visit.
CFIA: Dubai Chocolates Recalled Due to Salmonella Contamination
Several varieties of Pistachio & Knafeh Milk Chocolate have been pulled from shelves across British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec after tests linked them to a Salmonella outbreak… Read more »
2025 Oshawa Ribfest is Back This Weekend Featuring Delicious Ribs and Live Entertainment
Summer in Durham Region means plenty of outdoor fun and a variety of food fests! Oshawa Rotary Ribfest, organized by the Rotary Club of Oshawa, is back this… Read more »
Renter Survey: These Age Groups Face the Highest Rent Burdens in 2025
A new survey from Rentals.ca paints a stark picture of the Canadian rental market this summer, revealing that affordability pressures are reshaping where and how people live…. Read more »
K-Pop Lattes to Lobster Ice Cream: List of Wild & Wacky Fair Food at 2025 CNE
Toronto’s Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is back for its 146th year from August 15 to September 1, 2025, promising a dizzying spread of over 30 inventive dishes…. Read more »
Angus Reid Survey Finds Majority of Canadians Seek More Proof on Kamloops Burial Claims
Four years after the Tkʼemlúps te Secwépemc First Nation revealed ground-penetrating radar results pointing to 215 possible graves at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School, Canadians remain… Read more »
Alberta Bets on $25B Tourism Future with Spas, and Nature Retreats
Alberta is positioning itself as Canada’s premier wellness tourism destination, with a surge of new retreats, spas, and cultural experiences set to reshape its travel landscape. Last… Read more »
From Historic Deck Tours to Rib Fest: Tall Ships Midland Promises a Packed August Weekend
Tall Ships return to Midland this weekend as part of the Tall Ships Challenge Great Lakes Series. Midland Harbour will welcome the return of Tall Ships from… Read more »
What Air Canada’s Possible Flight Cancellations Mean for Your Next Trip
Air Canada has issued a 72-hour lockout notice to the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), which represents 10,000 flight attendants, after the union announced plans to… Read more »
Celebrate 50 Years of Fun: What to Expect at Dundas Cactus Festival This Weekend
The highly anticipated Dundas Cactus Festival returns this Friday for the 2025 edition. The 50th Annual Dundas Cactus Festival will take over downtown Dundas from August 15… Read more »
New Brunswick Urges Residents to Cut Water Use Amid Declining Levels
The New Brunswick government is urging residents to cut back on water use as both surface and groundwater levels fall below seasonal norms across most of the… Read more »
McDonald’s Canada Launches Limited-Time ‘Shania’s Sides’ Menu Nationwide
McDonald’s Canada has unveiled a new menu collaboration with singer Shania Twain, starting August 12, featuring limited-time menu items and a collectible keychain. The “Shania’s Sides” range… Read more »