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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.
The shift to digital video games has altered traditional ownership, eliminating options for lending, trading, or selling titles. This change has raised concerns among consumers about the implications for game ownership and rights in the digital marketplace.
Five rural libraries in Nova Scotia are set to close, prompting local municipalities to seek funding solutions to maintain operations. The closures have raised concerns within the communities regarding access to resources and services critical to residents.
Documents obtained by Global News indicate that vehicles registered to Doug Ford’s cabinet were recorded speeding 23 times over three years, accumulating fines exceeding £3,300. The incidents have raised questions regarding adherence to traffic regulations by government officials.
Derek Cameron took initiative to enhance pedestrian safety in his neighbourhood by repainting a crosswalk identified as problematic. His actions aimed to address safety concerns in the area, highlighting community involvement in local infrastructure improvements.
Environment Canada issued a red tornado warning for the County of Vermilion River, Alberta, at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday. The alert was cancelled approximately 30 minutes later, indicating a swift response to the weather conditions. No further details have been provided.
A 22-year-old man has died and two others are injured following a targeted shooting in North York. Authorities report that three masked suspects escaped the scene in a stolen vehicle as investigations into the incident continue.
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