EDITORIAL: ‘Canada controls our borders’? Seriously?

Toronto continues to attract newcomers due to its high quality of life, with superior healthcare being a major draw. Toronto General Hospital (TGH), part of the University Health Network (UHN), was ranked the 3rd best publicly funded hospital globally in Newsweek's 'World's Best Hospitals 2024' report. TGH was also ranked #1 in Canada, showcasing the city's excellence in healthcare and medical research. Full Article

Montreal is experiencing an unseasonably warm November with no snowfall yet, marking the 12th consecutive month of higher temperatures compared to the 30-year average. Environment Canada predicts that the city may not see any snow this month, with temperatures remaining above average. This could result in a late start to the winter season in Montreal. Full Article

A mother is unsure how to handle the aftermath of her son's accident, where he was hit by a distracted driver who thought she hit a dog. The driver purchased a new bike for the son as a gesture of goodwill, but the mother is conflicted about whether to write a thank-you note. Despite the new bike not being as good as the old one, the mother is grateful that her son is doing well...

The Syndicat québécois des employé(e)s de service (SQEES), a major union representing public daycare workers, has announced three strike days on Wednesdays in December (Dec. 4, 11, and 18). The strike mandate, supported by over 90% of members, allows for an unlimited general strike, but only three days have been scheduled so far. The union's decision to strike highlights ongoing labor disputes and challenges facing daycare workers in Quebec. Full Article

The article features a series of photos of SUNshine Girl Carmen. Full Article

Diver Pamela Ware announced her retirement after a successful career that included two Olympic Games appearances. In 2016, she narrowly missed a medal in the synchronized three-metre springboard event with Jennifer Abel in Rio, finishing seventh individually. At the Tokyo Games in 2021, Ware placed 18th in her final Olympic competition. Full Article