The REM is taking another step toward expansion next week by testing the light-rail lines to Montreal’s North Shore.
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Venomous joro spider not likely to fly to Quebec, but brilliant invasive lanternfly is coming
Recent concern about a flying, yellow, invasive spider the size of a human hand entering Quebec is unfounded, according to experts in the field, while a brilliant, spotted insect is much greater concern.
With more sunny days ahead, experts say be aware of melanoma risk
With summer soon to be in full swing and many hot and sunny days expected, experts are emphasizing the need to protect yourself from the rays, which could lead to melanoma.
Emotional scenes at 3rd annual march for missing and murdered Indigenous men, boys and 2S+
There were emotional scenes Friday as the third annual march for missing and murdered Indigenous men, boys and two-spirit-plus people took place in Vancouver.
SIU invokes mandate after traffic investigation in Mississauga: police
Ontario’s police watchdog said it invoked its mandate after a traffic investigation in Mississauga.
Alberta LGBTQ2 advocates raise concerns after trans youths denied gender-affirming care
Advocates are raising concerns after trans youth are being denied gender-affirming care due to fears of repercussions from the Alberta government’s proposed parental rights policy.
Washington’s Makah Tribe could once again harpoon whales as US waives conservation law
The United States granted the Makah Indian Tribe in Washington state a long-sought waiver Thursday that helps clear the way for its first sanctioned whale hunts since 1999 and sets the stage for renewed clashes with animal rights activists.
Edmonton police commission, city council need to ‘get back together’: chair
The chair of the Edmonton Police Commission said it’s “critical” the commission repairs its relationship with city council.
Man who randomly stabbed Mexican tourist at Tim Hortons back living in Vancouver
David Morin, 30, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and was sentenced to three years in prison in June 2022.
Man who stabbed Mexican tourist in Vancouver Tim Hortons 2 years ago released from prison, police warn
Vancouver police are warning the public that the man who stabbed a stranger in a downtown coffee shop in January 2022 has been released and will be living in the city again.
