The old Pattullo Bridge’s orange steel arch was lowered onto barges for recycling during its deconstruction over the Fraser River. Pattullo Bridge Arch Removed Between Surrey and New Westminster Pattullo Bridge arch removed intact over the Fraser River as crews lower the iconic steel structure onto barges for recycling. Daily News British Columbia Steve Cogbill Oct 12, 2026 — 3 min read
Vancouver's Canada Place handled a record 1.4 million cruise passengers during the 2026 season. Vancouver Port Welcomes 1.4 Million Cruise Passengers in Record 2026 Season Vancouver cruise passengers hit 1.4 million in a record 2026 season, generating more than $1 billion for the local economy. Daily News British Columbia Steve Cogbill Oct 11, 2026 — 3 min read
Shell is set to take a 30 per cent stake in Equinor’s Bay du Nord offshore oil project off Newfoundland and Labrador. Newfoundland Bay du Nord Project Adds Shell as 30% Partner Bay du Nord gains Shell as a 30% partner, advancing Newfoundland's offshore oil project toward an early 2027 decision. Daily News Newfoundland & Labrador Steve Cogbill Oct 11, 2026 — 3 min read
Prime Minister Mark Carney rejects Elon Musk's calls for Quebec, Alberta and Saskatchewan to leave Canada. Canada Leaders Reject Elon Musk Calls for Quebec, Alberta Separation Elon Musk's separation call unites Canada's leaders as Quebec, Alberta and Saskatchewan reject leaving the country. Daily News Quebec Steve Cogbill Oct 10, 2026 — 3 min read
Quebec Premier-designate Paul St-Pierre Plamondon faces a court challenge over the legislators’ oath of allegiance to the King. Court Bid Could Force Quebec’s Incoming MNAs to Swear Oath to the King Quebec’s Bill 4 faces a court challenge that could restore the oath of allegiance before MNAs take their seats. Daily News Quebec Steve Cogbill Oct 10, 2026 — 4 min read
Kimberly Polman pleaded guilty in British Columbia to leaving Canada to participate in Islamic State activities. BC Woman Pleads Guilty to Islamic State Terrorism Charge in Vancouver BC woman Kimberly Polman pleads guilty to an Islamic State terrorism charge, with sentencing still to come in the case. Daily News British Columbia Steve Cogbill Oct 10, 2026 — 3 min read
MPI and Winnipeg officials are cracking down on ride-hailing vehicles operating without required insurance coverage. Manitoba Rideshare Insurance Crackdown Cuts Underinsurance Fraud 80% Manitoba's rideshare insurance crackdown found 108 of 408 Winnipeg vehicles lacked required coverage, cutting underinsurance. Daily News Manitoba Steve Cogbill Oct 9, 2026 — 4 min read
Jason Halkett was sentenced to six years for setting the Ditch 2 wildfire near Weyakwin, Saskatchewan. Saskatchewan Wildfire Arsonist Sentenced to Six Years for 200,000-Hectare Fire Saskatchewan wildfire arsonist Jason Halkett receives six years in prison after a blaze burned more than 200,000 hectares. Daily News Saskatchewan Steve Cogbill Oct 9, 2026 — 3 min read
Justice Minister Sean Fraser announces Canada will indefinitely exclude sole mental illness from MAID eligibility. Ottawa Scraps Plan to Expand MAID to Mental Illness Alone MAID for mental illness will remain excluded indefinitely as Ottawa reverses its planned 2027 expansion after committee concerns. Daily News Ontario Steve Cogbill Oct 8, 2026 — 3 min read
Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s office faces allegations of seeking a political benefit through a contract involving Keel Digital Solutions. Ontario Premier’s Office Faces Election Benefit Allegations Over Keel Contract Ontario Keel contract allegations emerge as a sworn statement claims political pressure before the 2025 provincial election. Daily News Ontario Steve Cogbill Oct 8, 2026 — 3 min read
The World Famous Gopher Hole Museum in Torrington has closed while organizers seek a new building. Alberta Gopher Hole Museum Closes After 30 Years in Torrington Alberta's Gopher Hole Museum closes after 30 years as aging buildings force the Torrington attraction to seek a new home. Daily News Alberta Steve Cogbill Oct 7, 2026 — 4 min read
Brigitte Stegemann’s death in Ontario has raised scrutiny of Canada’s medical assistance in dying program. Ontario Family Alleges 83-Year-Old Was Given MAiD Without Her Consent Ontario MAiD allegations intensify after an 83-year-old woman’s family says she was euthanized without informed consent. Daily News Ontario Steve Cogbill Oct 7, 2026 — 3 min read
