Monthly Archives: September 2025

The best part of astronaut training? For Canada’s Jeremy Hansen, it’s all the simulated deaths

If all goes as planned, early next year four astronauts will blast off on a mission that’s been a long time coming: a return to the moon. Canada’s Jeremy Hansen takes us through what he’s been doing to prepare for … Continue reading →

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3 problems with the temporary foreign worker program and 3 possible fixes, according to experts

For years, economists, advocates and others have raised concerns about the program and the degree to which some employers have come to rely on it. Here’s a look at some of the problems — and some potential solutions.

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S&P/TSX composite index reaches record high as energy and base metals sector soars

Canada’s main stock index topped 30,000 for the first time as strength in the energy and base metal sectors helped it climb into record territory, while U.S. stock markets were mixed in late-morning trading on Tuesday.

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Experts discuss Artemis II mission

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen will be heading to the moon early next year, along with three NASA astronauts. Experts discuss what to expect with this mission.

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Ostrich farm behind police tape as CFIA prepares for cull

Mounties say they have been requested to attend an ostrich farm in British Columbia’s Interior where about 400 birds have been ordered culled due to the risks of avian flu.

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Marineland asks federal government for permission to export remaining belugas

A federal government official has confirmed with CBC News that the now-closed Ontario theme park Marineland has filed paperwork seeking to export its remaining 30 belugas, and a Chinese theme park says it’s considering purchasing the whales.

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Countdown is on, as NordSpace hopes to launch its rocket from N.L.

After several delays, NordSpace is making another attempt to launch its test rocket from St. Lawrence, Newfoundland and Labrador.

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The new, steep price for this U.S. visa could be a blessing for Canadian tech

As the Trump administration moves to limit some skilled workers from entering the U.S. on a specialized visa, the Canadian tech sector is champing at the bit — hoping the new restriction will lure talent up north. 

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Ship noise from possible Churchill port expansion could drive belugas away, experts fear

Proposals to expand the Port of Churchill in northern Manitoba could bring an increase in shipping traffic — and some experts suggest that could affect the behaviour of the whales that are not only a major tourist draw in the, but an important food … Continue reading →

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First Nation in B.C. investigates sturgeon deaths, plans to track drifting carcasses

A research project spearheaded by the Tsawwassen First Nation is trying to help understand why sturgeon, an ancient fish, are dying unexpectedly.

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