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In the news today: NDP tensions, Political honesty law, Joni Mitchell at the Junos
By Canadian Press on March 30th, 2026
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed… Lewis begins NDP leadership with Prairie tension and a big rebuilding task ahead New NDP Leader Avi Lewis begins his term in earnest with two major tasks ahead — rebuild and get the federal party ready for an ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lewis begins NDP leadership with Prairie tension and a big rebuilding task ahead
By Canadian Press on March 30th, 2026
WINNIPEG — NDP Leader Avi Lewis begins his term with the task of rebuilding the federal party in his unapologetically progressive vision, but there is already resistance from the leadership of the Alberta and Saskatchewan branches. Lewis won a first-ballot victory with a platform built on bold ideas that he says meet the issues Canada ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Liberals dismiss call for law to ensure political fibs and flubs don’t eclipse facts
By Canadian Press on March 30th, 2026
OTTAWA — The Liberal government has dismissed a Toronto man’s proposal to keep politicians honest in an age of misinformation, saying there are already several ways to fight falsehoods. Federico Sanchez initiated an electronic petition to the House of Commons to propose legislation that would help correct the record when members of Parliament stray from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadian banks, pension funds have poured billions into ICE contractors
By Canadian Press on March 30th, 2026
OTTAWA — Major Canadian banks and pension funds have provided tens of billions of dollars to American contractors for the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, an investigation by the non-profit Stand.earth has found. The environmental advocacy group analyzed financial data from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the private financial data firm LSEG. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Transgender Quebecers face surgery delays, out-of-province patients get faster care
By Canadian Press on March 30th, 2026
MONTREAL — Fraser Place says gender-affirming surgery will finally allow him to feel comfortable in his own body. But the 26-year-old Montrealer says that sense of comfort feels excruciatingly far away. Recently, GrS Montreal, the sole clinic in Quebec offering fully subsidized gender-affirming surgeries, announced that a change in provincial funding will delay wait times ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jokic has 25 points, 15 rebounds, Nuggets beat Warriors 116-93 for their 6th straight win
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
DENVER (AP) — Nikola Jokic had 25 points and 15 rebounds, Jamal Murray had 20 points, and the surging Denver Nuggets beat the short-handed Golden State Warriors 116-93 on Sunday night. Jokic finished two assists shy of his fifth straight triple-double but led Denver to its sixth consecutive win. The Nuggets (48-28) are two games ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Scores and schedule for Sunday, March 29, 2026
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
Sunday’s Scoreboard NHL Montreal 3 Carolina 1 N.Y. Rangers 3 Florida 1 Tampa Bay 3 Nashville 2 New Jersey 5 Chicago 3 Boston 4 Columbus 3 (SO) Philadelphia 2 Dallas 1 (OT) — PWHL Vancouver 3 Toronto 1 Ottawa 2 Seattle 0 Boston 4 Minnesota 2 — AHL Abbotsford 5 San Diego 3 Colorado 2 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Photo Gallery: Joni Mitchell sings onstage at the Junos
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
Joni Mitchell took the stage for her first performance since 2024 after accepting a lifetime achievement award from Prime Minister Mark Carney at Sunday’s Juno Awards. The Canadian folk icon was welcomed by Carney, who gave a glowing speech, saying “she shifted culture, inspired generations and redefined what songwriting could be.” During her acceptance speech, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mariners pitcher Emerson Hancock tosses 6 no-hit innings in 8-0 win over Guardians
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
SEATTLE (AP) — By the time Emerson Hancock’s first start of the 2025 season ended, he had recorded just two outs. Once Hancock’s inaugural outing of 2026 concluded, though, a few very different figures lit up the scoreboard at T-Mobile Park. Six innings. No runs. And most impressive — no hits. Not only did the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada loses 9-3 to U.S. for second straight loss at world men’s curling championship
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
OGDEN, UTAH — It was another tough outing for Canada’s Matt Dunstone at the world men’s curling championship. Dunstone’s team suffered a 9-3 setback to John Shuster of the United States in seven ends Sunday. After opening the competition with two consecutive wins, the Canadians have now lost two straight after dropping an 8-3 decision ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jays deal Jimenez to Marlins for infielder Gleed
By Canadian Press on March 29th, 2026
TORONTO — Infielder Leo Jimenez is headed for Miami after the Toronto Blue Jays completed a deal on Sunday to acquire infielder Dub Gleed and international signing bonus pool space. The 24-year-old Jimenez played 18 games with the Jays last season, and 19 at triple-A Buffalo where he hit four doubles and four RBIs and ... Read More »
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