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Mixed Opinions From Players and Fans after CFL Announces Rule Changes
On Sept. 22, Canadian Football League (CFL) Commissioner Stewart Johnston announced a barrage of rule changes to the league for the upcoming 2026 and 2027 seasons.
Vaquita Porpoises in Danger of Extinction
The vaquita porpoise has survived another year in the Gulf of California as one of the most critically endangered creatures in the world, as ranked by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). Every year, the vaquitas’ population falls significantly, mostly due to illegal activities, such as marine poaching and fishing.
Tickets for Blue Jays-Yankees Games Restricted to Local Residents
On Oct. 8, the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the New York Yankees to advance to the American League Championship Series. But in late September, before the quarterfinal series even started, the Yankees’ admissions director, Aaron Boone, decided to restrict home-game tickets to only allow residents of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.
Carney Rolls Out Legislation to Fast-Track National Infrastructure Projects
On June 6, Bill C-5, which implements a fast-tracking process for infrastructure projects, had its first reading in the House of Commons. Twenty days later, on June 26, it received Royal Assent, marking the official ratification of the Bill. The Bill has two parts: the Building Canada Act and the Free Trade and Labour Mobility Act.
Alberta K–12 School Book Ban Prohibits Images of Explicit Content
The province of Alberta has enforced a book ban for K–12 classrooms and school libraries, prohibiting works “containing any explicit visual depiction of a sexual act,” according to the CBC
Why is Canada Post on Strike Again?
On Sept. 25, Canada Post workers went on strike after Minister of Transformation, Joël Lightbound, announced that Canada Post would be ending home delivery and cutting back costs by using community mailboxes instead of addresses. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) initiated the strike to fight for its workers’ rights in the face of these financial cutbacks.
Canadian Women’s Rugby Team Places Second In World Cup
In the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup finals, Canada lost by 33–13 to the England Red Roses on Sept. 27, solidifying their title as second in the world. The final game took place at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham, England, to a record-breaking crowd of 81,885 fans.
Trump Increases Canadian Tariffs By 10 Per Cent Over Ontario’s Anti-Tariff Ad
On Oct. 25, US President Donald Trump abruptly announced an additional 10 per cent tariff on imported Canadian goods, following his disapproval of an anti-tariff ad featuring Ronald Reagan that was sponsored by the Ontario government.
51,000 Teachers Launch Strike in Alberta
On Oct. 6, over 51,000 Alberta teachers walked out on strike, disrupting education for around 750,000 students across 2,500 public, Catholic, and francophone schools. This marked the strike as the largest walkout in Alberta history.
Measles Outbreak in Alberta
As of Oct. 24, there have been 1,940 total measles cases reported in Alberta. This recent outbreak – starting in the early months of this year – has spread rapidly, causing concern for hospitals, families, and schools across the province.
Alberta's Pipeline Project Expanding to the West Coast
On Oct. 1, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced plans to build an oil pipeline to BC’s northern coast, reigniting one of Canada’s most heated debates over energy and environment.
SGA CLINCHES MVP
After finishing second in last year’s round of NBA MVP voting, and fifth in 2023, Ontario native Shai Gilegous-Alexander (SGA) was named the league’s most valuable player. The Oklahoma City Thunder (OKC)’s star guard is the second Canadian to ever win the award, alongside basketball icon Steve Nash, who won in both 2005 and 2006. He is also the seventh consecutive non-American player to secure the trophy.
Conservatives’ Election Loss Spurs Separatist Sentiment In Alberta
On April 28, the Conservatives lost the federal election, leading some Albertans to propose separation from Canada. According to The Edmonton Journal, Albertans primarily voted for the Conservative Party, which holds 34 of the 37 seats in the province, with a smaller share of voters supporting the NDP or the Liberal Party.
Quebec Bill Aims to Impose New French Language Requirement On Streaming Services
On May 21, Quebec’s Culture and Communication Minister Mathieu Lacombe introduced Bill 109 in Quebec’s National Assembly, which would require all online platforms to make French-language content more available and accessible to users.
Jagmeet Singh Steps Down As Leader After NDP Party Status Revoked
Following the results of the 2025 Federal Election, and the loss of his own seat in the House of Commons, longtime NDP leader Jagmeet Singh has stepped down from his position as party leader. The election on Apr. 28 saw a low voter turnout for the New Democrats, resulting in the NDP falling short of official party status by five seats.
What Mark Carney’s Leadership Means For The Future
On Mar. 14, Mark Carney, leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, was sworn in as Canada’s 24th Prime Minister. Carney spearheaded a Liberal Party comeback in the election after months of criticism and distrust of the party under the leadership of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Search For Missing Nova Scotia Siblings Lily And Jack Sullivan Continues
Seven weeks have passed since 6-year-old Lily Sullivan and her 4-year-old brother Jack went missing from their home in Pictou County, Nova Scotia. The siblings disappeared on the morning of May 2, and their whereabouts remain unknown.
Why Is Canada Post On Strike For The Second Time In Six Months?
On May 23, Canada Post workers went on strike for the second time in the past six months. CTV reports that from how negotiations are going, this strike may lead nowhere, as disagreements between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) persist.
Quebec Faces Teacher Shortage Amid Rise In Student Enrollment
Quebec’s education system is struggling with a severe teacher shortage, with over 20,000 more students enrolled this school year, compared to the number of students at the start of class last school year. In August 2024, with less than two weeks before the school year started, there were still 5,700 teaching positions yet to be filled in the province's schools. However, this rate was still higher than previous years.
Polar Vortex Breakdown Causes Harsh Winter In Eastern Canada
Eastern Canada has experienced an intense winter, due to a breakdown in the polar vortex, a large mass of arctic air that usually remains trapped near the North Pole. This is a sharp contrast to Vancouver and the rest of the Lower Mainland, which has experienced an extremely mild winter — except for the past month.