Canada Loses Free NHL Hockey on CBC: What Happens Next for Fans and the Future of Sports Broadcasting Rogers Sportsnet will now air all Saturday NHL games exclusively on its subscription platforms, ending CBC’s 72-year run of free broadcasts under the iconic Hockey Night in Canada brand. The shift marks the end of an era … Read more
Canada has expanded its sanctions against Russia, targeting 162 individuals, entities, and vessels linked to the ongoing war in Ukraine. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the new measures during the G7 summit in France, citing the need to disrupt the Russian war machine. This move builds on Canada’s existing commitment of $2.8-billion in military aid … Read more
The scheduled opening of the $6.4-billion Gordie Howe International Bridge was abruptly cancelled Thursday at the demand of the Trump administration, just one day before a planned ribbon-cutting ceremony. The delay, which aims to protect the financial interests of the privately owned Ambassador Bridge, follows years of political lobbying by the bridge’s owners, the Michigan-based … Read more
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that Iranian forces shot down a U.S. Apache helicopter patrolling the Strait of Hormuz. While the two crew members were rescued by a U.S. Navy drone and remain uninjured, the incident has cast doubt on a fragile regional truce, according to statements from the White House and U.S. … Read more
Amazon.com Inc. has set a new record for the largest Canadian dollar-denominated corporate bond offering in history, issuing $14-billion in “maple bonds.” This massive deal, which eclipsed the $8.5-billion record set by Alphabet Inc. just weeks earlier, highlights a surging trend of global technology giants tapping into Canadian capital markets to fund their expanding artificial … Read more
BMO Field, currently rebranded as Toronto Stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has evolved from a $63-million project into a premier international venue following over $300-million in total investments. According to reports from The Globe and Mail, the stadium now features a 44,000-seat capacity, achieved through $146-million in recent upgrades designed to meet FIFA … Read more
President Donald Trump’s administration has announced new import duties of 10% to 12.5% on dozens of countries, citing concerns over forced labor in global supply chains. According to the U.S. Trade Department, this policy move targets 60 trading partners—including Canada, the UK, and the EU—that account for nearly all U.S. imports. The administration aims to … Read more
Nearly one in 10 mortgage holders in the Toronto area may face significant hurdles refinancing or renewing their loans in 2027 if home prices remain at current depressed levels. According to a Bank of Canada financial stability report released in May 2026, these borrowers risk falling behind on payments as they lose the ability to … Read more
A multibillion-euro luxury tourism development linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump is sparking intense local resistance in Albania. The project, which targets the Narta Lagoon and the uninhabited island of Sazan, faces mounting scrutiny from environmental activists and local protest groups concerned about the preservation of biodiversity in a region formerly isolated during the … Read more
TSX Momentum: Decoding the Record-Breaking Performance The Canadian equity market is hitting its stride. As of the close of May 2026, the S&P/TSX Composite Index has reached record-high territory, posting a robust 2.37 per cent gain for the month. With a year-to-date climb of 9.64 per cent, investors are watching closely to see if this … Read more