Manitoba officials 'cautiously optimistic' as wildfire evacuees from some communities start going home

A Calgary police officer, Const. Craig Stothard, has been charged with two counts of second-degree murder in connection to the fatal shooting of Levon Wildman and Wesley Davidson during a chase involving a stolen cube van on May 29, 2023. Wildman's mother expressed hope for justice while emphasizing her belief that race influenced the excessive force used by police. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Calgary police officer charged with second-degree murder in 2023...

Half a dozen First Nations in northwestern Ontario, including Pikangikum, are facing power outages due to wildfires that damaged utility poles over the weekend. Wataynikaneyap Power and government partners are mobilizing to address the situation as essential supplies, such as food and fuel, are running low in affected communities. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Wildfires in Ontario have damaged power lines, leaving some First Nations communities without electricity and running low on food...

The Native Women’s Association of Canada has uncovered significant financial irregularities within its management, leading to actions such as closing businesses and selling properties valued at millions. The organization is currently selling its headquarters in Hull, Quebec, with an asking price of $8 million. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The Native Women’s Association of Canada found some big money problems that their leaders didn't know about, so they are closing down some of...

Conservative MP Michelle Rempel Garner attributes Alberta's measles outbreak to vaccine hesitancy stemming from the COVID pandemic and government mistrust, particularly criticizing Justin Trudeau's handling of vaccine safety messaging. She highlights a significant drop in MMR vaccination rates and calls for accountability, suggesting that recent immigration trends may also play a role in the outbreak. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Conservative MP Michelle Rempel Garner attributes Alberta's measles outbreak to vaccine hesitancy stemming...

Obesity prevalence in Canada surged by 7.74% following the COVID-19 pandemic, as reported in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, resulting in 32.69% of adults categorized as obese in 2023. The study highlights the urgent need for research and interventions, particularly affecting females and younger adults, while advocating for continued BMI usage despite its limitations. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A recent study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal reveals that obesity prevalence...

Nearly 400 boxes containing over 6,700 kg of suspected cannabis, valued at $49.6 million, were seized by Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers at the Port of Saint John on May 21, 2025, marking the largest seizure in a decade. The cannabis, falsely declared and destined for Scotland, highlights the importance of CBSA's role in combating organized crime and the illicit drug trade, as emphasized by CBSA officials. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5:...