Mark Carney set to announce his new governor general. Who could it be?
Different media outlets have reported that the new appointee will be a woman who currently resides in the Montreal area
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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Politics & Government
Canadians continue to ditch U.S travel and are flocking to these 3 domestic cities instead
Domestic passengers at Canada's eight largest airports rose by 10 per cent from between March 2026 and March 2025
Scott Stinson: How one Toronto suburb became a case study in the challenges of building new housing
Everyone wants to add housing right up until it might happen next door
Varcoe: Slow progress on energy pact risks 'letting this opportunity pass Canada by,' oilsands producers warn
“The time to act on them is now.” says Oil Sands Alliance
The Curator: 10 spring-to-summer fashion must-haves under $100
A seasonal shift calls for a style refresh--no splurge required. From Aritzia and Mango to Quince, these under-$100 finds prove chic transitional dressing can be affordable.
Business & Economy
Thomson Reuters first-quarter revenue rises 10%, reaffirms full-year forecast
Thomson Reuters reported a 10% increase in first-quarter revenue, with gains in legal, tax and accounting, and corporates businesses, reaffirming its full-year forecast.
Canada’s Shopify tops quarterly revenue estimates
Shopify exceeded quarterly revenue estimates, benefiting from strong e-commerce demand despite retail challenges from tariffs and Middle Eastern conflicts.
Harbour’s Tie-Up With Waldorf Cleared in Court Defeat for HMRC
Harbour Energy Plc is set to acquire Waldorf Production UK after a London court dismissed an objection to plans to write off most of Waldorf’s unpaid taxes.
Alberta-to-Wyoming oil pipeline close to reaching commitment requirement, sources say
Companies including Cenovus, Canadian Natural Resources and Tamarack have committed to move at least 400,000 bpd, or 72% of initial capacity
Troilus Upsizes Debt Financing Mandate for up to US$1.2 Billion
Expanded mandate strengthens foundation for majority of project funding, backed by leading global lenders and export credit agencies MONTREAL, May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Troilus Mining Corp....
Environment & Climate
Campaigners hope to save mother tree of bramley apple
Appeal launched to buy Nottinghamshire cottage, where tree was planted in 19th century, and turn it into heritage centreCampaigners have launched an appeal to try to save for the nation the mother...
Our Land review – right-to-roam campaigners offer bacchanalian antics and a heartfelt message
Orban Wallace’s documentary avoids big clashes between landowners and campaigners in favour of wide-ranging explorationOrban Wallace’s film about the right-to-roam movement shows us a campaigning...