Holy Cross School is closed today due to an incident that occurred on school grounds Tuesday night and as a result there is currently an active police investigation. Parents were notified this morning to make alternative arrangements for their children as the elementary school located at 602 Lake Heights Road is closed. The Nugget has […]
Year: 2024
Fire forces evacuation of several buildings in Montreal’s east end
A three-alarm fire in Montreal’s east end Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve borough forced the evacuation of several buildings.
Has Canada experienced a Trump bump in immigration from the U.S.?
While a growing number of Americans may be considering moving north to Canada to escape Donald Trump, an immigration lawyer says few will actually qualify to live and work here.
Comedy company taking over from Just For Laughs vows to include English acts
The head of the comedy company stepping in to take over from the troubled Just For Laughs franchise says he will make space for English-language content in future festivals, but he will “need time” to make a long-term plan.
Radisson Centre, which serves Montrealers with mobility issues, facing eviction
The Radisson Centre, which serves people with mobility issues, is facing eviction. It’s just the latest in a series of community groups who are being forced out of their offices.
Family phone plans hinder escape from domestic violence: Women’s Shelters Canada
Women’s Shelters Canada is calling on phone companies to adjust how they respond to those escaping from domestic violence, saying the costs of changing a phone number and difficulties leaving a shared plan are key barriers for victims.
Greater Toronto home sales fall in May, but Bank of Canada decision could spur demand
The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board says home sales in May were down 21.7 per cent from last year, but new listings continued to rise as homeowners anticipate a bump in demand.
P.E.I. oyster growers frustrated, facing bankruptcy as Fiona claims drag on
Some P.E.I. oyster growers are still waiting for an answer about their claims for compensation for damage from post-tropical storm Fiona, which hit nearly two years ago. One grower says he and others are hurting financially, and are close to losing their businesses.
Need a mortgage? Do yourself a favour and shop around, say Metro Vancouver brokers
Surrey resident Nadiya Razina’s last mortgage rate was 2.24 per cent. But when she closes the deal on a new condo, her pre-approval rate is currently set to be than double that at 5.59 per cent.
White Rock solicits donations from pier users for seismic upgrade
It took eight months and cost $4 million for the White Rock pier to be re-opened after it was badly damaged in a windstorm in December 2018.