WRPS stop over 10,600 vehicles in Festive R.I.D.E. campaign

WRPS stop over 10,600 vehicles in Festive R.I.D.E. campaign

Waterloo Regional Police stopped over 10,600 vehicles during the Festive R.I.D.E. campaign, laying multiple impaired driving charges and suspensions WRPS stop over 10,600 vehicles in Festive R.I.D.E. campaign Waterloo Regional Police Conduct Festive R.I.D.E. Campaign While you enjoyed holiday festivities, Waterloo Regional Police (WRPS) and police services across the province monitored the roads. This year,…

Ottawa’s Kiddie Kobbler closing as owner retires

Ottawa’s Kiddie Kobbler closing as owner retires

Ottawa’s Kiddie Kobbler on St. Laurent Boulevard will close after four decades as the owner retires, leaving loyal customers seeking alternatives Ottawa’s Kiddie Kobbler closing as owner retires Kiddie Kobbler Owner Announces Retirement For four decades, Ottawa parents have turned to Kiddie Kobbler for their children’s footwear needs. This includes everything from a baby’s first…

Halifax Water’s revised rate proposal remains too high says advocate

Halifax Water’s revised rate proposal remains too high says advocate

Halifax Water’s revised rate proposal, now at 18% over two years, is still criticized as excessive by consumer advocates and landlords in Halifax Halifax Water’s revised rate proposal remains too high says advocate Halifax Water’s Rate Proposal Faces Scrutiny Interveners in Halifax Water’s rate case are informing the regulatory board that the utility’s new proposal,…

Fatal pedestrian crash disrupts traffic in Maple Ridge

Fatal pedestrian crash disrupts traffic in Maple Ridge

A female pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle in Maple Ridge on Jan 5, prompting road closures and an ongoing RCMP investigation Fatal pedestrian crash disrupts traffic in Maple Ridge Fatal Crash in Maple Ridge Under Investigation A fatal crash in B.C. on Monday morning is affecting traffic. Ridge Meadows RCMP is investigating…

New Brunswick maintains remote work options for public employees

New Brunswick maintains remote work options for public employees

Fredericton allows public workers to choose remote, hybrid, or in-office work, citing benefits for talent recruitment and rural communities. New Brunswick maintains remote work options for public employees New In-Person Work Rules for Employees in Canada For some employees in Canada, the new year brings new rules for in-person work. As of January 1, government…

Nova Scotia judge orders return of 3K seized in grow-op bust

Nova Scotia judge orders return of $133K seized in grow-op bust

A Dartmouth judge ruled most of $133K seized after a 2021 Popes Harbour grow-op raid must be returned to a seafood broker, citing insufficient evidence of criminal ties Nova Scotia judge orders return of $133K seized in grow-op bust Judge Rules on Seized Cash from Marijuana Grow-Op Case A Nova Scotia judge has ruled that…

Pincher Creek community saves historic Lebel Mansion

Pincher Creek community saves historic Lebel Mansion

Pincher Creek residents rallied to preserve the 115-year-old Lebel Mansion, transforming it into a thriving arts and community hub with local support Pincher Creek community saves historic Lebel Mansion Lebel Mansion: A Historical Landmark in Pincher Creek Pincher Creek’s Lebel Mansion stands as a historical symbol above downtown. The former Catholic hospital celebrated its 115th…

B.C.-Washington border crossings drop sharply amid new U.S. rules

B.C.-Washington border crossings drop sharply amid new U.S. rules

Vancouver sees 38% decline in southbound vehicle crossings to Washington in December 2025 amid stricter U.S. border policies B.C.-Washington border crossings drop sharply amid new U.S. rules Decline in Visits from British Columbia to Washington State The holiday season used to be a busy time for British Columbians taking shopping day trips or extended vacations…

Regina musician charged with sexual assault of minor

Regina musician charged with sexual assault of minor

A 64-year-old Regina musician and SaskExpress director faces charges of sexual assault and interference involving a person under 16, prompting organizational action. Regina musician charged with sexual assault of minor Jeffrey Craig Salkeld Charged with Sexual Assault SaskExpress musical director and Regina musician Jeffrey Craig Salkeld is charged with sexual assault. This follows a police…

Leaders including Kinew to visit Pimicikamak after outage

Leaders including Kinew to visit Pimicikamak after outage

Indigenous leaders and officials will visit Pimicikamak in northern Manitoba to assess damage from a prolonged power outage that forced evacuations to Winnipeg Leaders including Kinew to visit Pimicikamak after outage Visit to Northern Manitoba First Nation After Power Outage Indigenous leaders, federal officials, and Premier Wab Kinew will visit a northern Manitoba First Nation…