Airline fees are nothing new. But some major carriers have raised the ire of customers by introducing charges for once-complimentary services, like overhead space for carry-on bags and booking flights by phone.
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Milton woman fighting decision to evict her after C-section
Cristina Ribeiro thought the house she and her family were renting in a Milton subdivision would be a place for her children to grow. But she now faces the prospect of moving out two weeks after she finishes recovering from a C-section, following a decision by the Landlord and Tenant Board.
Program offering ‘revolutionary education’ begins at McGill pro-Palestine encampment
Pro-Palestinian activists who have been encamped on McGill University’s downtown campus since April launched what they call their own summer school on Monday, despite controversy over photos of armed fighters used to promote the program.
Stampede and summer fun still planned for Calgary despite water restrictions
Calgary officials are reassuring residents and tourists planning to visit over the next month that water restrictions won’t put a damper on fun.
Female driver in critical condition after Mississauga rollover
A female driver is in critical condition after a rollover collision in Mississauga, say police.
Parks Canada gives warning after near-drowning in Tofino
Parks Canada is urging anyone planning to enjoy Vancouver Island’s west coast this summer to be prepared after a swimmer nearly drowned in the area.
‘Do you guys have tickets?’: How a nightmare of a road trip turned into Stanley Cup Final front-row seats for father and daughter
A road trip for a father and daughter that began as a nightmare quickly turned into a dream come true for the pair thanks to a couple of generous Oilers fans.
Production training space keeps Manitobans on the leading edge of media
StudioLab xR in Winnipeg, is one of four training facilities for extended reality in Canada. The newer technology is used primarily in TV, film, and video game production.
Calgary’s water crisis should be a wake-up call for Canada, experts say
As Calgary enters its twelfth day of a water crisis caused by a massive water main break, some experts say this should be a wake-up call for other cities across the country.
B.C. environmental regulator orders LNG company to deploy ‘floatel’ near Squamish
A British Columbia government agency has ordered a liquefied natural gas company to deploy a cruise ship that’s been renovated to house workers near Squamish, B.C.