Canada

Trump's top priorities: Experts watching for how president-elect uses Day 1 powers

WASHINGTON — A new year will bring Donald Trump back to the White House and start a fresh wave of anxiety as America's closest neighbours prepare for the Republican's disruptive agenda and looming threats...

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USA defeats Canada 4-1 in world juniors NYE matchup, clinch 1st place in Group A

The United States defeated Canada 4-1 on New Year's Eve in the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships to clinch first place in their group. Cole Hutson, Danny Nelson, and Cole Eiserman capitalized with...
Governor General urges Canadians to care for their mental, physical health

OTTAWA — Gov. Gen. Mary Simon is urging Canadians to treat their mental health with the same care as their physical health as they prepare for the year ahead. In a new year's message, Simon says she...
Here's how to watch the New Year's Eve festivities in Canada

The new year is fast approaching and if you want to enjoy the fireworks, countdowns, and awkward live performances without ever leaving your cozy setup, you’ve got plenty of options. Here’s a guide...
Class-action lawsuit after Aeroplan allegedly rescinds ‘welcome bonus points’

A national class-action lawsuit is alleging Aeroplan account holders had their welcome bonus points rescinded after signing up for a second credit card. CityNews spoke to Jeff Orenstein, a lawyer at...
Quebec heritage site, former home of renowned artist, destroyed by fire

A Quebec heritage site on the Island of Montreal that was the former home of a renowned artist has been destroyed in a fire. A Montreal fire department spokesperson says it took some 40 firefighters...
Happy Birthday, Celsius! Canada marks 50 years of metric-Imperial measurements

EDMONTON — Happy Birthday, Celsius! Environment Canada's use of Celsius turns 50 years old in 2025. It was the catalyst of a lengthy national metric conversion that abruptly ended a decade after...
Itchy eyes and runny noses? You may be experiencing allergies this holiday season

Health experts say the holiday season can be an unexpected trigger for allergies, as many experience runny noses and scratchy throats, which often leads to people confusing the symptoms with other illnesses. Cleveland...
Housing market poised for 2025 comeback as lower rates unleash pent-up demand

As the calendar flipped one year ago, Canadian real estate watchers were optimistic a sluggish 2023 would give way to a rebound, with hopes of renewed demand as soon as the spring. But the lag in 2024...
Authorities change plan to free ship stranded in Quebec

The Canadian Coast Guard announced this morning that a change of strategy is underway to free the ship that ran aground on Christmas Eve on the St. Lawrence River in Quebec. An attempt to refloat the...