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The Ontario Northland passenger train, known as the Northlander, will relaunch its service between Toronto and Timmins in 2026 after being discontinued in 2012. The new service will feature fully-accessible trains with modern amenities, 16 stops, and aims to transport 40,000 to 60,000 riders annually, garnering strong support from northern Ontario communities, including Indigenous groups. The relaunch is expected to enhance connectivity, boost tourism, and improve the quality of life in the region, as residents...

The trial of five players from Canada’s 2018 world junior hockey team, charged with sexual assault related to an alleged incident in a London hotel, is currently ongoing. On May 20, 2025, the Crown is set to close its case while goalie Carter Hart takes the stand to testify. Live coverage is being provided by LFP reporter Brian Williams. Full Article

A tragic incident occurred at the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal when a TransLink bus struck a four-year-old boy, resulting in his death and critical injuries to his mother, while a family friend was hospitalized in stable condition. West Vancouver police responded to the scene shortly after 3:30 p.m. on May 29, 2025, where emergency services were engaged in life-saving efforts. The bus driver is cooperating with investigators, and the vehicle is being inspected; speed was...

As negotiations between the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) and Canada Post continue, the corporation reported a nearly $1.3 billion operating loss for 2024, citing outdated constraints and intensified competition in e-commerce as contributing factors. The union has implemented a nationwide overtime ban, and after a strike in late 2024, Canada Post's financial decline worsened, with parcel revenue down significantly. In response to the annual report, CUPW's president criticized the report for omitting key...

Canada expressed relief following a ruling from the U.S. Court of International Trade that President Donald Trump lacked the authority to impose extensive tariffs on its trading partners. Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed the decision as aligned with Canada's stance against Trump's tariffs but highlighted ongoing concerns regarding unjustified tariffs on steel, aluminum, and auto sectors. He emphasized the need for Canada to diversify its trading relationships while Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called for true...

SummaryMontreal's outdoor markets, including Jean-Talon, Atwater, and Maisonneuve, are popular summer destinations for both residents and tourists. However, some merchants are facing significant rent increases this year, which they warn could result in higher prices for consumers. The non-profit group responsible for the city's public markets, Aux Trouvailles Gourmandes de Fanny, is accused of concealing important information related to these changes. Full Article