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The City of Calgary’s administration confirmed that 190 of the 192 development permit applications for backyard suites submitted last year received approval. Only two applications were not granted, reflecting a significant uptake in interest for this housing option.
Between 2024 and 2025, 1,071 Canadians were hospitalised due to injuries related to e-scooters, as reported by the Canadian Institute for Health Information. This data highlights concerns around the safety of e-scooter use in Canada.
A provincial disclosure report reveals that four individuals incurred $11,709 in expenses on commercial flights and hotels for a trip in mid-July 2025. The expenses are part of a travel, meal and hospitality disclosure list published by the province.
Officials in British Columbia are monitoring conditions closely, as dry lightning strikes are believed to have ignited several new wildfires in the southern Interior. Fire response teams remain on alert amid increasing fire activity in the region.
Experts warn that the stigma surrounding AI guilt—viewing the use of artificial intelligence as cheating—is hindering essential discussions on safe usage. This sentiment may limit opportunities for education and responsible integration of AI technologies.
First Nations chiefs have accused the federal government of facilitating residential school denialism by not establishing it as a criminal offence. They assert that this inaction undermines the historical truth and continues to affect communities grappling with the legacy of residential schools.
A GoFundMe has been established to assist Drihanna Matamona’s family with funeral expenses, household bills, and immediate necessities as they cope with her passing. The campaign aims to provide financial support during this challenging time.
Woodward Inc. will close its Peterborough, Ontario facility by the end of August 2027, resulting in the loss of 165 jobs. The decision comes as the company reassesses its operational needs amid changing market conditions.
Residents in several northwestern Ontario communities are under evacuation orders as forest fires threaten properties. Authorities are coordinating efforts to ensure safety and assess the situation as conditions develop.
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