Champagne to choose ‘made-in-Canada’ shoes ahead of second budget speech
What’s happening on (and off) Parliament Hill, plus the news you need to start your day.
Beechville, Halifax News
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Politics & Government
Early stage Alzheimer’s treatments need government action for success: report
Early diagnosis of dementia and Alzheimer's is a key factor as two new therapies that could soon be available to the Canadian public.
Ford government to approve AI data centres ‘sooner rather than later’ amid moratorium calls
Economic Development Minister Vic Fedeli said the government has been receiving "lots of proposals" for new projects, but wouldn't offer a timeline for when they'll be greenlit.
Waterloo battery researcher Linda Nazar awarded Canada’s top science prize
The chemist has spent decades developing materials to make batteries safer, more efficient and affordable
Bobrovsky bounces back in loss to Mammoth
Sergei Bobrovsky has experienced some tough nights this season.
Business & Economy
Democratic takeover of U.S. Congress: What happens next
Democrats will not have a free hand after their sweeping midterm victory. U.S. President Trump retains his veto, while Senate rules allow Republicans to obstruct most legislation.
A case for the end of our CANDU era
Why the iconic Canadian reactor is last century’s design
Google the latest tech company to expand shopping through AI agents in Canada
Products can now be purchased directly through Gemini and AI search mode from select partners, including Lululemon, Shoppers Drug Mart, Simons and Shopify merchants
Midterms launch wave of historic firsts for some states - and for the U.S.
Yes, the 2026 midterms will be remembered for the astonishing number of losses that Democrats handed to U.S. President Donald Trump. But in the background, something perhaps equally seismic unfolded:...
Trump defiant after voters deliver verdict. Live updates here.
In a sweeping upset to U.S. President Donald Trump’s power in Washington, the Democrats have retaken control of the American legislative branch. Follow for live updates.