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Hudson’s Bay seeks creditor protection, plans to restructure business

TORONTO — Canada’s oldest retailer, Hudson’s Bay, has filed for creditor protection and intends to restructure the business. The department store company that dates back to 1670 announced the move Friday evening, saying it has been facing “significant” pressures, including...

Mar 8, 2025 | Local

Remains found in Manitoba landfill confirmed to be murder victim Morgan Harris

WINNIPEG — RCMP say remains found in a Winnipeg-area landfill have been identified as belonging to the victim of a serial killer. They say the family of Morgan Harris has been notified. Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew announced last week that...

Mar 8, 2025 | Local

Police say teen shot and killed in Stoney Creek was being ‘chased’ by multiple vehicles

Hamilton Police have identified a teen who was shot and killed following a car chase in Stoney Creek on Thursday. Sixteen-year-old Faizaan Awan died in hospital after he was shot at around 4:20 a.m. in the Highway 8 and Fruitland...

Mar 8, 2025 | Local

Gene Hackman died of heart disease, his wife died of hantavirus about 1 week prior,...

Authorities revealed Friday that actor Gene Hackman died of heart disease and showed severe signs of Alzheimer’s disease a full week after his wife died of hantavirus in their home. Authorities initially ruled out foul play after the bodies were...

Mar 8, 2025 | Local

What does the switch to Daylight Saving Time do to your body and health?

The clocks spring forward this weekend but your body clock might not necessarily make the same leap and the change to Daylight Saving Time (DST) can affect more than just your sleep. While the change is meant to facilitate more...

Mar 8, 2025 | Local

No charges warranted after man with hammer fatally shot by Toronto police: SIU

The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has determined no charges are warranted in the death of a 34-year-old man who was shot by Toronto police in June of last year. The incident occurred on June 3, 2024 in the area of...

Mar 8, 2025 | Local

Senate seats now filled after prime minister announces five more appointments

OTTAWA — With just days to go until Prime Minister Justin Trudeau leaves federal politics, his office says five new appointments have now filled all the vacancies in the 105-seat Senate. The Prime Minister’s Office says in a news release...

Mar 8, 2025 | Local

4 people sent to hospital after a car crash in Scarborough

Four people were sent to a hospital late Friday afternoon following a collision in Scarborough, according to Toronto police. The crash happened near McCowan Road and McNicoll Avenue just before 5:00 p.m. Officers say two vehicles were involved in the...

Mar 8, 2025 | Local

1 man, 1 youth arrested for armed robbery at currency exchange shop in Mississauga

Peel Regional Police have arrested one man and one youth following an armed robbery at a currency exchange shop in Mississauga. According to investigators, the owner of the establishment was sitting in his vehicle and parked in front of the...

Mar 8, 2025 | Local

Queer Momentum uses drag to call on Canadians to vote against discrimination

OTTAWA — Queer Momentum executive director Fae Johnstone says she wants Canadians to help safeguard LGBTQ rights in the upcoming federal election — and she’s using drag to reach them. Johnstone says the expected spring election offers a moment for...

Mar 8, 2025 | Local