CBSA Records Track COVID-19 Infection Rates Among Thousands of Border Staff Internal logs from the CBSA track thousands of COVID-19 infections among border staff. The data reveals a massive spike during the Omicron wave and shows how the agency classified workplace transmission. Government Files Steve Cogbill Apr 28, 2026 — 5 min read
Prime Minister Mark Carney announces the $25B Canada Strong Fund at a press conference. Toronto Announces $25B Government Investment Fund for Major Industrial Projects Canada Strong Fund launches with $25B to boost industrial projects and diversify from U.S. economic pressures. Daily News Steve Cogbill Apr 27, 2026 — 4 min read
A young person with a backpack engrossed in their phone, illustrating concerns over tech use among youth. Manitoba Premier Proposes Ban on Social Media, AI for Children Manitoba's proposed social media and AI ban for kids sparks debate on tech's impact on youth mental health and attention spans. Daily News Manitoba Steve Cogbill Apr 27, 2026 — 4 min read
Discarded mattresses piled at a Columbia Shuswap Regional District disposal facility, awaiting recycling. Columbia Shuswap Approves Mattress Recycling Contract Amid Provincial Program Delay Columbia Shuswap approves $1.3M mattress recycling deal amid B.C.'s EPR program delays, impacting local waste management. Daily News British Columbia Steve Cogbill Apr 26, 2026 — 4 min read
Illustration of maple syrup being poured from a ladle, highlighting the Quebec syrup scandal. Quebec Maple Syrup Scandal Prompts Investigation Into Fake Syrup Sales Quebec's maple syrup scandal grows as PPAQ alleges returned syrup is repackaged for resale, risking consumer trust. Daily News Quebec Steve Cogbill Apr 26, 2026 — 3 min read
Historical illustration of Mount Cashel Orphanage in Newfoundland, central to the $45.8M settlement case. Newfoundland Court Reviews $45.8M Settlement for Mount Cashel Abuse Survivors Mount Cashel abuse survivors in Newfoundland seek court approval for $45.8M settlement, impacting over 200 claimants. Daily News Newfoundland & Labrador Steve Cogbill Apr 25, 2026 — 4 min read
A worker in protective gear welds a section of pipeline, illustrating the Alberta-to-coast oil pipeline debate. BC Energy Minister Rejects Northern Route for Alberta Pipeline Proposal BC rejects northern pipeline route, citing tanker ban and lack of financial support. Ottawa prefers southern route. Daily News Alberta Steve Cogbill Apr 25, 2026 — 4 min read
Premier R.J. Simpson addresses the press about ending seasonal time changes in the Northwest Territories. Northwest Territories Ends Clock Changes, Aligns with Alberta's Year-Round Daylight Time Northwest Territories ends clock changes, aligning with Alberta's year-round daylight time, impacting travel and business coordination. Daily News Northwest Territories Steve Cogbill Apr 24, 2026 — 2 min read
Entrance sign for Saskatchewan Penitentiary, managed by Correctional Service Canada, near Prince Albert. Saskatchewan Penitentiary Fight Leaves 1 Inmate Dead, 2 Hospitalized Saskatchewan Penitentiary fight leaves 1 inmate dead, 2 hospitalized as RCMP investigates the maximum-security unit incident. Daily News Saskatchewan Steve Cogbill Apr 24, 2026 — 2 min read
CUPE workers hold flags and signs during the long-term care strike in Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia Long-Term Care Strike Impacts Residents' Well-Being, Concerns Rise Nova Scotia long-term care strike affects 3,000 workers, impacting residents' well-being and essential services. Daily News Nova Scotia Steve Cogbill Apr 23, 2026 — 4 min read
Christine Fréchette gestures confidently during her first week as Quebec premier. Ontario's First Female Premier Reflects on Gender Bias in Leadership Roles Ontario's first female premier discusses gender bias in leadership, highlighting the "glass cliff" faced by women in politics. Daily News Ontario Steve Cogbill Apr 23, 2026 — 4 min read
Provincial Government Boosted ICBC's Enhanced Care Ad Campaign by $500,000 FOI records reveal BC's government contributed $500,000 to ICBC's $2.8 million Enhanced Care advertising campaign, while officials raised concerns about actor facial expressions in promotional materials. Government Files Steve Cogbill Apr 23, 2026 — 6 min read
