Minister backs 2027 fixed election date as Elections Alberta suggests change
A contentious report is set to be released this week on new electoral boundaries that the NDP previously said gerrymanders ridings in two cities.
Radisson, Winnipeg News
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Politics & Government
Alberta emergency physician and health care advocate seeks NDP nomination
Dr. Paul Parks wants to represent the reliably conservative riding of Cypress-Medicine Hat, a seat currently held by Justin Wright, Minister of Primary and Preventative Health Services
Next mayor of Niagara Falls calls for community consultations on Ford’s casino plan
The Premier is seeking up to three new casino operators for the region as Ontario aims to spur tourism
Veteran whose daughter died in military training exercise named Silver Cross Mother
The Royal Canadian Legion says Virginia Hicks’ family has a long history of military service and she served in the Canadian Armed Forces for 29 years.
Jet carrying 9 crashes in Florida neighbourhood, U.S. officials confirm
The Bahamas-bound jet departed from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas, the Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement.
Business & Economy
Trump says Canada-U.S. ‘very close’ to having a deal, following PM Carney saying they had a ‘good conversation’
Prime Minister Mark Carney said he had a good conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump on trade relations
Binance sees spike in withdrawals after $6.3-billion heist
Customers pull $3.64-billion, or 2.1% of assets, as world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange goes back online
Government relations worker waffles between having fun in his 20s and saving for a home
A government relations worker in his early 20s balances enjoying life while saving for a home. At 25, he has minimal debt due to prudent spending habits.
Parents, calm your (financial) fears about your Gen Zs
Getting children on a good path early on can go a long way to creating a secure future
Canadian taxpayers now own a part of Cohere AI, what that means for digital sovereignty
Canada is taking a big step toward digital sovereignty after acquiring an ownership stake in Cohere, a homegrown artificial intelligence company that wants to take on American and Chinese AI giants.
Sports
Japan's Mao Shimada wins women's singles gold at Skate Canada International
Japan's Mao Shimada has won women's singles gold at Skate Canada International. Madeline Schizas (177.38) of Oakville, Ont., was the top Canadian, finishing eighth.
Toronto FC eliminated from playoff contention with loss to Atlanta
Oilers on Sportsnet: Edmonton vs. New York Rangers
Connor McDavid looks to build on his season-opening assist streak as the Edmonton Oilers visit Madison Square Garden to take on the New York Rangers. Catch the action on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+ at 6...