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Auditor general to test federal government on oversight of Canada’s student loans program
The audit, expected in April, will look at ehow effectively two departments involved in the program — Employment and Social Development Canada and the Canada Revenue Agency — have managed “risks to the public treasury” in doling out cash to students.
Mounds of snow, power outages and a state of emergency. Newfoundland and Labrador reeling in wake of monster blizzard
There is more than 70 centimetres of new snow on the ground in some areas, and strong winds still piling up drifts and creating white out conditions.
How well did Hamilton’s Vision 2020 plan do at predicting the future?
Thirty years ago, the city created a road map for sustainable development with 29 goals and nearly 400 recommendations. Did we get there?
How a local hero marshalled his neighbours, and a reporter, to stop a crime
Trucks were dumping stuff in Hamilton with impunity, until ...
Rogue dumping: Hamilton issues fines after Safari Road unload
Bylaw department also investigating Brock Road incident in Flamborough
B’Nai Brith celebrity dinner brings sports stars to Hamilton
B’Nai Brith’s 69th annual winter sports celebration; $2.6 million previously raised for charity work
Hamilton councillors try to dispell notion residents are highest taxed in OntarioHamilton's preli
Hamilton councillors approved a combination of reductions and fee increases totalling $42 million to reduce 4.6 per cent tax increase to 3.5 per cent.
In France, an iconic restaurant loses its third Michelin star — pushing national strikes and Iran off the front page
French cuisine used to be seen as the pinnacle of sophistication, but these days not so much
Mexico hopes new trade treaty will shield it from Trump threats
President warned he would impose crushing tariffs unless Mexico cracked down on the thousands of Central Americans transiting the country
Wayne Parrish, digital media leader, named Torstar’s senior vice-president editorial
Parrish, 64, has held executive leadership positions at Postmedia Network, Quebecor and Sun Media.
Trump targets Michelle Obama’s school nutrition guidelines on her birthday
The proposed rule by the Agriculture Department would give schools more latitude to decide how much fruit to offer during breakfast and which types of vegetables to provide. It would also broaden what counts as a snack.
Man who raped sleeping woman has sentence reduced over planning issue
Ontario Court of Appeal rejected a bid to overturn his conviction but said 30-month sentence was too harsh.
Ancaster statue clothed for Hometown Hockey
Mavis Ehlert’s sculpture “Dianne” sports a Team Canada jersey
Stoney Creek MPP blasts ‘incompetent’ education minister for school construction delay
MPP Paul Miller is calling on Education Minister Stephen Lecce to stop ‘playing games’ and sign off on the long-delayed addition to Collegiate Avenue Elementary School
Kids across Canada more at risk of hospitalization from flu this season: doctor
Influenza B does not usually peak until February or later and the “double dose” of both influenza A and B strains has not been seen in Canada since 2015.
Ontario holding public consultation on making spring bear hunt permanent
A spring black bear hunt could soon be a permanent annual event in Ontario again, the provincial government suggested Friday as it launched a public consultation on the idea.
Hamilton’s ArcelorMittal Dofasco fined $290K for workplace injuries
Three employees injured on the job in two 2018 incidents
Saskatoon man guilty of setting up fake fundraiser after Humboldt Broncos crash
A Saskatoon man has been convicted of setting up a fake GoFundMe account for the Humboldt Broncos after the junior hockey team’s bus crashed.
Snowfall warning issued: Hamilton to get hammered
Significant snowfall expected for southern Ontario this weekend
Elementary teachers’ union announces job action set for next Wednesday
Ontario’s schools appear poised to experience a series of labour disruptions next week, as the province’s largest teachers’ union announced Friday it’s taking further job action and no new talks are scheduled with Premier Doug Ford’s government.
Bulldogs’ Jan Mysak can finally talk to teammates about teenage stuff
The 17-year-old, after season-and-a-half in top Czech pro league, will centre Arthur Kaliyev
’Unprecedented’ blizzard prompts state of emergency in St. John’s, N.L.
Newfoundland and Labrador’s capital shut down on Friday as blizzard conditions descended on the city and residents prepared for an intense storm expected to last until Saturday.
PHOTO: Top draft prospects show skills in Hamilton
2020 CHL Top Prospects Game brings in the NHL stars of tomorrow to Hamilton on Thursday
Plane crash leaves friends in Canada wondering what to do with belongings
It was only a few years ago that Shaho Shahbazpanahi remembers moving his friend Razgar Rahimi and his young family into their home.
Jay Robb: There’s a better way to fix things than ‘burning platforms’
If you want us to embrace whatever change you’re selling, make us feel good about going along for the ride.
Dundas student residence sewage spill caused by malfunctioning equipment
Environment ministry’s comprehensive inspection and testing is ongoing
Mommy was ‘asleep’ in the shower, Hamilton murder victim’s daughter testifies
Justin Dumpfrey has pleaded not guilty in the second degree murder trial of Holly Hamilton.
Canada to give $25,000 to families of each Canadian who died on Flight PS752
Trudeau says the money is intended to cover the cost of funeral arrangements or travel
Portrait found in Italy gallery’s walls verified as by Klimt
Art experts have confirmed that a painting discovered hidden inside an Italian art gallery’s walls last month is Gustav Klimt’s “Portrait of a Lady,” which was reported stolen from the gallery nearly 23 years ago.
Top 10 seizures made at the U.S. border in 2019
Rapper Kodak Black and his entourage were arrested in April 2019 on weapons charges.
Public health raises alarm as opioid overdoses spike in Brant in 2020
Police investigating after four young men died of suspected drug overdoses in one day alone in Brantford
Meet Radar, Hamilton’s newest cop
Radar replaces the newly retired PSD Scout.
Hamilton restaurants: The rise of Ramen at Shiro
Japanese noodle and broth dishes are hot commodities
UPDATE: Scene cleared at Rymal Road and Garth Street
Police said they are dealing with a barricaded person in a home on Konstantine Court
Starbucks to open pick-up focused Toronto spot as eateries revamp for 'this new digital age'
Customers accustomed to hunkering down for hours to work or socialize won't be able to do so at the newest Starbucks format that lacks seating and encourages people to grab their drinks and go.
Nissan punishes more managers after details of Ghosn investigation revealed
The report on the investigation found that many others were involved in improprieties besides Nissan’s former chairman, with those involved located both in Japan and overseas.
Bombardier’s future in question after debt-reduction options being considered
Shares in company plunge 36 per cent to $1.14 after company warns of disappointing Q4 sales
Cop kicked, bystander spat on after QEW police chase
An early morning police chase in St. Catharines ended with a man in custody after a white Lexus ES 250 crashed into a centre median on the QEW near Martindale Road.
Cannabis shoppers scoop up thousands of edibles, vape products within hour of debut on Ontario’s online store
The Ontario Cannabis Store experienced 2,000 transactions on Thursday in the hour after 70 products — cannabis-infused chocolates, cookies, soft chews, mints, tea and vapes — were made available.
Weekend events: Five fantastic things to do in the Hamilton area
Don’t let the snow or sleet keep you from any of our five weekend events happening in the Hamilton area.
Complaint against Hamilton’s police chief over gay sex comments rejected by police review board
A public complaint alleging inflammatory LGBTQ comments by Hamilton Police Chief Eric Girt was dismissed by OIPRD
Journeyman player Brad Bonello is the Real McCoy
This is the story of the man who embodies the idea of the journeyman player
Beamsville teacher, Niagara Falls waitress win big in lottery
A retired Beamsville teacher and a Niagara Falls waitress won $1 million and $500,000, respectively, in a recent lottery draw.
Blackie and the Rodeo Kings still able to round ‘em up
The band was born out of a mid-life crisis its members are still trying to come to terms with
PHOTOS: Top draft prospects show skills in Hamilton
2020 CHL Top Prospects Game brings in the NHL stars of tomorrow to Hamilton on Thursday
Nothing succeeds (or doesn’t, to the throne) as Sussex — Prince Harry, welcome to Canada
Prince Harry’s decision makes total sense given the history of British royalty
Trump hotel’s mix of GOP insiders and hangers-on helped give rise to impeachment episodes
“Trump is like a cult leader, and people go to the hotel to show their loyalty and love for him”
No shield from X-rays: How science is rethinking lead aprons
Movement also has yet to gain much traction among dentists, whose offices perform more than half of all X-rays.
Hamilton to get hammered with snow
Significant snowfall expected for southern Ontario this weekend
Federal health minister says too early for broad drug decriminalization
“My personal perspective on decriminalization is that it can’t be done in a broad sweep,” she said.
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