‘Welcome to the U.S.A., Canada’s 11th province’ sign hoisted outside Boston arena

Two passengers who were on a plane that crash-landed at Toronto’s Pearson airport are suing Delta Air Lines and Endeavor Air for negligence, with one passenger alleging being drenched in jet fuel and suffering injuries and emotional distress. The lawsuits filed separately in Georgia and Minnesota seek compensatory and punitive damages, claiming the defendants were negligent in the operation and management of the flight. The lawsuits allege Delta and Endeavor were negligent, the flight crew...

The Laval bus driver charged in the deaths of two children in a daycare crash in 2023 will not face a jury trial but instead undergo a hearing to determine if he was not criminally responsible for his actions. This decision means that the driver will be evaluated to see if he was mentally fit during the incident, potentially affecting the outcome of his case. The driver's fate will be determined through a process focused...

Stellantis is pausing work on its next-generation Jeep Compass, retooling a plant in Canada amid uncertainty caused by tariffs, leading to a delay in production until the first quarter of 2026. The company is reevaluating its product strategy in North America to offer a range of vehicles with flexible powertrain options, including electric models. This decision comes as industry observers express concerns about automakers' slow transition to electric vehicles and potential fines under the zero-emission...

Steve Bannon is accused of making a straight-arm Nazi salute at CPAC, but he claims it was just a wave. The incident was caught on video, sparking controversy and accusations of white supremacist gestures. Bannon's explanation has been met with skepticism and criticism from those who believe his actions were intentional and inappropriate. Full Article

The Edmonton Police Commission has named Deputy Chief Devin Laforce and Deputy Chief Warren Driechel as interim co-chiefs following the retirement of former Chief Dale McFee. Both will rotate in the role until a permanent chief is selected, bringing over 50 years of combined experience with the EPS. McFee will transition to the role of Alberta's top civil servant as deputy minister of executive council. Full Article

The Ontario electoral riding of Essex, with a population of over 134,000, covers the bulk of Essex County, excluding Tecumseh and Leamington. The riding has been held by Progressive Conservative Anthony Leardi since 2022, marking the first Tory win in 60 years. In the upcoming election, eight candidates are vying for the seat, with key priorities including housing affordability, education, and healthcare. Full Article