For homeless people trying to stay safe in pandemic, federal housing program is a lifeline, say advocates
In the past year, the word "stay" has been repeated over and over as Canadians have been urged — even ordered at times — by public health…
Why cheap wind power is making Quebec’s big, old dams more valuable as a ‘battery,’ say experts
You might think that what with having Canada's largest hydroelectric capacity, providing almost 100 per cent of its electricity, including exports, a new $600-million wind power project…
Should I wear a mask outdoors? Your COVID-19 questions answered
We're answering your questions about the pandemic. Send yours to COVID@cbc.ca, and we'll answer as many as we can. We publish a selection of answers online and…
Iain Rankin will be next premier of Nova Scotia
Iain Rankin will be the next premier of Nova Scotia.Rankin was elected following a vote by Nova Scotia Liberal Party delegates, with the results announced Saturday night…
Canada might have too much party discipline, but that’s at least better than too little
It is difficult to feel good about the overwhelming power and discipline that political parties exert over the democratic process in Canada. But it could be worse;…
Emmy Rossum’s Transformation Has Stunned Just About Everyone
Emmy Rossum is an old soul. She's a self-professed musical comedy geek who enjoys Frank Sinatra and the Andrew Sisters. She began singing with the Metropolitan Opera…
Brittany Matthews Throws Subtle Shade At Tom Brady With A Single Retweet
Brittany Matthews got ever-so-slightly shady and retweeted a little jab at Tom Brady on Feb. 6, 2021. The tweet originally came from Arrowhead Pride, a Twitter account…
Why Victoria Larson Never Stood A Chance On The Bachelor
From the get-go, Victoria Larson stood out on Matt James' season of The Bachelor, and not in the best ways. She was so notable for the drama…
Canadian women’s rugby 7s coach Tait removed from role after players’ complaint
A complaint from members of the Canadian women's sevens team has prompted Rugby Canada to call in an independent investigator and revamp the team coaching staff.The sevens…
Canada lost 213,000 jobs in January as lockdowns took a giant bite out of the job market
Canada's economy lost 213,000 jobs in January, about five times more than what economists were expecting, as retail lockdowns forced more businesses to close their doors across…
B.C. extending pandemic restrictions indefinitely
The current orders restricting daily life and socialization in B.C. are going to stay in place indefinitely, the province announced Friday.The orders had been set to expire…