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Death of pregnant woman and her baby prompts call for Saskatchewan rural health changes
Saskatchewan’s Opposition leader is calling on the province to investigate the death of a mother that Carla Beck claims was caused by lacking maternal care in rural areas. The NDP leader said the death of Chelsea Bear, a mother-of-five who sought maternal…
Police, fire or ambulance? Winnipeg launching 4th option for 911 mental health calls
The City of Winnipeg is taking the next steps on a fourth emergency response pathway, after the model was approved by city council. “Presently, when someone calls 911, the dispatcher only has three choices,” Mayor Scott Gillingham told Winnipeg city council…
Winnipeg woman speaking out after alleged romance scam
A Winnipeg woman is speaking out after she says she was the victim of an elaborate romance scam. “Over the course of six weeks, we talked every day, and I believed that we were establishing a romantic emotional connection,” the woman said. Global News is not…
Feds grant New Brunswick $461 million for infrastructure projects
By Eli Ridder The Canadian Press Posted September 25, 2026 4:10 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The federal government has announced it will transfer $461 million to New Brunswick for infrastructure projects as part of a…
G7, G20 working on ‘pragmatic’ approach to AI regulation, minister says
Canada is speaking to fellow member states of the G7 and G20 to work towards a “pragmatic way to regulate” AI globally, Artificial Intelligence Minister Evan Solomon said on Friday. Concerns around AI safety are “real concerns” that have “accelerated” in…
Shanahan report makes 11 recommendations to improve Ontario junior hockey
A report on junior men’s hockey in Ontario delivered by former NHL player and executive Brendan Shanahan made 11 recommendations to improve it. Shanahan, a Hockey Hall of Famer and president of the Toronto Maple Leafs for 11 years until 2025, was asked by…
Canadian charged with fraud in the U.S. for allegedly voting in 3 elections
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 25, 2026 12:22 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size A Canadian has been charged in the United States with three counts of voter fraud for casting ballots in three elections without…
‘Unusual odour’ from sewer prompts late-night evacuations in Middle Sackville
Descrease article font size Increase article font size An “unusual odour” coming from the sewer system in Middle Sackville prompted the evacuation of around 70 households on Thursday night, municipal officials said. Residents in the area of Claudia Crescent…
The latest CPP and OAS payments hit bank accounts Friday
Most older Canadians who qualify will see more money in their bank accounts as of Friday, when scheduled Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) benefit payments start rolling out from the federal government. CPP and OAS payments are sent out…
Ex-RCMP official convicted of breaching secrets law granted day parole
A former RCMP intelligence official convicted of breaching Canada’s secrets law has been granted day parole to help him prepare for his full return to society, including possible employment as an electrical worker. Records show the Parole Board of Canada…