Recycling facility mystery death disrupts Winnipeg services
Thursday, May 22, 2025, 12:20 pm more...
A grim discovery at a recycling depot has Winnipeg authorities investigating a suspicious death that forced pickup services to grind to a halt. Residents now face disrupted pickups while police probe the unsettling demise at the facility—a bizarre twist for the mundane world of waste management.
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Toronto police launch next-generation 9-1-1 system to cut response times
Thursday, May 22, 2025, 11:21 am more...
Toronto’s police have gone digital by launching their next-generation 9-1-1 system, promising quicker and smarter emergency responses. This upgrade aims to replace aging, sluggish infrastructure with modern technology, leaving residents to hope that help isn’t as distant as it once was.
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Vancouver Inlet Dredging Project Kicks Off for Oil Tankers
Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 8:20 pm more...
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has begun preliminary work to deepen Burrard Inlet, aiming to accommodate fully loaded oil tankers. The project, linked with comments by a former finance chief, is moving through permitting processes to boost regional port efficiency.
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RCMP probes substation shooting causing oil spill and outage
Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 3:21 pm more...
Authorities are investigating a substation shooting near the Alberta-Saskatchewan border that resulted in an oil spill and widespread power outage. The incident, costing an estimated $1.1 million in damages, has prompted serious public concern and an intense search for further evidence.
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Blainville construction collapse leaves casualties near Montreal
Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 2:21 pm more...
A construction site collapse in Blainville, north of Montreal, has resulted in one fatality along with multiple injuries, prompting street closures and emergency responses. The tragic mishap highlights safety concerns on active worksites, proving that even planned projects can go spectacularly awry.
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Ottawa Senators arena eco-friendly transportation boost
Monday, May 19, 2025, 11:21 am more...
Amid the ambitious downtown arena plans for the Ottawa Senators, local authorities and developers have mandated eco-friendly transportation as a condition for the project's approval. The new guidelines prioritize public transit, cycling, and walking, aiming to reduce congestion and environmental impact during events while underscoring Ottawa’s commitment to sustainable urban mobility.
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Montreal future rink site reveals ancient Indigenous artifacts
Monday, May 19, 2025, 9:21 am more...
Archaeologists working at a future skating rink site near Montreal have unearthed prehistoric artifacts etched by Indigenous peoples dating from approximately 6,150 to 8,200 years ago. The discovery, made during routine excavations, underscores the rich historical layers hidden beneath modern development plans, hinting at further untold cultural narratives.
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Mexican Navy vessel collides with Brooklyn Bridge during promotional tour
Saturday, May 17, 2025, 11:20 pm more...
A Mexican navy training vessel, while on a promotional tour, collided with the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, damaging its structure and injuring 22 people. The incident saw the ship’s three masts striking the historic span, prompting emergency responders to swiftly manage the situation.
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Ontario invests $38M to revitalize Wasaga Beach tourism hub
Friday, May 16, 2025, 2:21 pm more...
Ontario is set to invest approximately $38 million to revamp Wasaga Beach, a pivotal tourism hub. The project includes rebuilding historic sites such as the Nancy Island Historic Site, with hopes of boosting the local economy and enhancing the area's cultural appeal for long‑term community benefits.
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Nova Scotia clinches $170M housing infrastructure deal
Thursday, May 15, 2025, 3:21 pm more...
Nova Scotia has secured a 10‐year, $170 million deal from Ottawa to boost housing infrastructure projects. The agreement, touted as a major provincial win, aims to rejuvenate local housing developments while details of project implementation are still awaited.
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