On Wednesday, a memorial was held to honour the more than 30 homeless people who have died in Montreal since 2021 and draw attention to a growing crisis on the city’s streets.
Month: June 2024
Toronto could see strong wind gusts, nickel-size hail, heavy rain tonight
Environment Canada says conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts, nickel-size hail and heavy rain.
Calgary Public Library hosting Ultimate Summer Challenge
The Ultimate Summer Challenge is the Calgary Public Library’s largest program with close to 20,000 people signing up annually for the last seven years.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau arrives in Normandy to mark 80th anniversary of D-Day
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau arrived in Normandy Wednesday, one day ahead of the 80th anniversary of Canadian troops storming Juno Beach in what is now referred to as D-Day.
First-ever human death of bird flu strain H5N2 confirmed in Mexico: WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed on Wednesday the first laboratory-confirmed fatal human case of avian influenza A(H5N2) in Mexico.
Free money? Mysterious person leaving $50 bills around Metro Vancouver
For several weeks, a mysterious social media user has apparently been leaving $50 bills hidden across Metro Vancouver.
Winnipeg dealing with dozens of problem properties
The City of Winnipeg is sounding the alarm as it continues to deal with dozens of problem properties, including vacant or derelict buildings.
Oak Park Road – Colborne Street West connection back on city’s agenda
City officials were advised to tread carefully while preparing plans for an Oak Park Road – Colborne Street West connection. “The biggest drawback that I’ve heard and I’ve heard it consistently, I’ve heard it loudly and I’ve heard it clearly,” said Coun. Brian Van Tilborg. “Nobody wants us to go anywhere near the (Oakhill) cemetery. […]
Man dies after collision involving pickup truck, semi-truck near Fort McMurray: RCMP
A preliminary investigation suggests a pickup truck travelling north collided with a semi-tractor trailer travelling south.
Calgary’s 2024 Canada Day festivities will have fireworks
The full schedule for Calgary’s 2024 Canada Day festivities has not yet been released – but we know the celebration will include a fireworks show.
