Author: The Canadian Press

TORONTO — A new report says nearly half of Canadians polled say they can’t maintain their standard of living due to rising costs. The survey done for RBC found 48 per cent of those asked say they can no longer maintain their standard of living, while 48 per cent also say they believe they won’t […]

OTTAWA — The federal government is expanding its use of artificial intelligence to clear a backlog of Phoenix pay system transactions as it transitions to a new platform. Alex Benay, associate deputy minister at Public Services and Procurement Canada, says his team will be able to share a recommendation with the government on whether it […]

OTTAWA — Canada’s financial intelligence agency suspects online gambling platforms are being used to launder proceeds from fentanyl dealing and production. In an operational alert, the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada says there is reason to believe people are depositing and withdrawing funds at online casinos to disguise proceeds from the traffic […]

OTTAWA — The federal Liberal caucus is meeting today and tomorrow on Parliament Hill as the party searches for its next leader. Candidates who want to run to replace Justin Trudeau as party leader are almost out of time to confirm their bids. Leadership hopefuls face a 5 p.m. deadline to declare they will run […]

OTTAWA — The Liberal government has spent years touting its efforts to make tech giants pay. Now, those pieces of legislation could be a target of the Trump administration — particularly the digital services tax that requires large tech companies to make a hefty retroactive payment in June. The heads of the biggest U.S. tech […]

TORONTO — Adam Fantilli joked he was paying to play Wednesday. With a convey of supporters heading south to Scotiabank Arena from nearby Nobleton, Ont., to see his Blue Jackets take on the Toronto Maple Leafs, the 20-year-old centre was happy to cover some of the tickets. It was money well spent. Fantilli registered the […]

BRANTFORD, Ont. — The Brantford Bulldogs extended their win streak in decisive fashion Wednesday, routing the Niagara IceDogs 6-2 in Ontario Hockey League play. Patrick Thomas had a goal and five assists for the Bulldogs (25-15-4), who have won seven straight games. Jake O’Brien, Cole Brown, Lucas Moore, Nick Lardis and Owen Protz also scored […]

TORONTO — Adam Fantilli registered his first career hat trick and Elvis Merzlikins made 29 saves as the Columbus Blue Jackets thumped the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-1 on Wednesday. Luca Del Bel Belluz, with a goal and an assist, and James van Riemsdyk provided the rest of the offence for Columbus (23-18-7). The Blue Jackets […]

OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says he is only aware of two genders — male and female — and that the government should leave people alone. In an interview with CP24 news channel, Poilievre was asked about President Donald Trump signing an executive order declaring the U.S. will only recognize two sexes and that […]

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Redblacks signed all-star receiver Justin Hardy to a one-year contract extension Wednesday. Hardy finished second in the CFL last season with 1,343 receiving yards despite missing two games. He had a league-leading 97 receptions while hauling in five touchdowns. Hardy also ran the ball nine times for 76 yards. The 32-year-old […]