A Toronto Island ferry suffered a mechanical issue on Thursday that led crews to perform an emergency stop at Jack Layton Terminal, the city said.
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Dutch elm disease cases grow in Saskatoon
The City of Saskatoon wants help from the public in stopping the spread of Dutch elm Disease.
There’s a $250M plan to upgrade Commonwealth Stadium — but no money to make it happen
A busy few weeks at Commonwealth Stadium has football fans and music lovers wondering if the 46-year-old facility will get a makeover. The city says there’s a plan — but no money.
B.C.’s first-of-its-kind cancer research program to be based out of Kelowna
Ken and Gloria Sargent have donated $1.5 million towards cancer research on the surgical front.
Two Montreal children struck in separate accidents, prompting calls for greater vigilance
Two close calls have left communities shaken on opposite sides of the city of Montreal. In Ahuntsic, a six-year-old was struck by a school bus driver this morning. In Ville Marie, a three-year-old was hit by an SUV under similar circumstances.
Sexual assault charges filed against Calgary massage therapist
A Calgary massage therapist has been charged in relation to two alleged sexual assaults that took place earlier this year.
Festivals abound on first full weekend of September in Metro Vancouver
Labour Day – the unofficial end of summer – has passed, but there are still lots of outdoor activities planned across Metro Vancouver this weekend. Here are some to check out.
Jasper slowly reopening to the public as wildfire recovery continues
While the cleanup continues in Jasper, the public is once again permitted back into the mountain town.
Toronto film festival kicks off with plenty of star power, and ticketing problems
A star-powered Toronto International Film Festival brought out movie lovers and autograph hunters Thursday as the 11-day screen marathon returned with promises of celebrity glitz after several years of industry upheaval.
Should cyclists have to obey stop signs? B.C. advocates pushing for ‘rolling stops’
Cycling advocates are asking the B.C. government to legalize so-called “rolling stops” at intersections with stop signs – as new research suggests the policy can be implemented safely.
