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A resident of Nova Scotia has reported losing hundreds of relatives and friends due to devastating flash floods in Rasuwa, Nepal. The situation remains critical as the community mourns the impact of the disaster.
A man in Welland, Ontario, called 911 in August 2024 while experiencing a heart attack but was unable to speak. Niagara Regional Police did not send officers to his location to assist, leading to concerns about emergency response protocols.
A staff member was performing an operational maintenance check on the Ice Odyssey all-terrain tour vehicle when it rolled over at the Columbia Icefield. No further details on the incident or any injuries have been released.
A U.S. homeowner in Calgary, who supports the Trump administration, cited the life they have built in Canada as the reason for their continued stay, despite inquiries about their political affiliation.
City of Vaughan councillors and staff undertook a trade mission to Italy in summer 2024, as revealed by internal documents. The details of the trip outline the activities and objectives of the mission, although specific outcomes have not been disclosed.
A Montreal woman reported that her cat escaped at Toronto Pearson Airport, with no trace of the animal more than two weeks later. Efforts to locate the pet have been ongoing, but the search has so far been unsuccessful.
Two groups have challenged Ontario’s new bail rules, which mandate a cash deposit, arguing that they infringe on federal authority and could hinder the release of individuals awaiting trial. Concerns centre around the potential impact on access to bail for accused persons.
Briefings obtained by Global News reveal that Metrolinx and the Ford government expressed concerns in 2025 regarding various issues affecting the light rail construction project. The documents outline ongoing challenges faced during the development phase, prompting scrutiny of progress.
Google announced distinctions in its Maps application for users in Canada and the U.S., labelling the geographic feature as Lake Ontario for the former and Lake America for the latter. This adjustment aligns with regional naming conventions and user expectations.
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