Judge Miguel Martinez convicts Sohel Haider and Mohammed Masum of human trafficking in Saskatchewan. Saskatoon Judge Convicts Two Men of Human Trafficking in Seven-Week Trial Human trafficking convictions in Saskatchewan follow a seven-week trial involving exploitation, unpaid labour and sexual assaults. Daily News Saskatchewan Steve Cogbill Aug 10, 2026 — 3 min read
Terry Duguid announces a $267 million research lab project in Winnipeg. Winnipeg Federal Government Awards $10M Contract for $267M Research Lab Winnipeg's new $267 million research lab gets a $10 million design contract to prepare Canada for future pandemics. Daily News Manitoba Steve Cogbill Aug 9, 2026 — 4 min read
Halton Region Public Health warns of potent synthetic opioid nitazene in local drug supply. Halton Region Detects Potent Synthetic Opioid in Drug Supply, Health Alert Issued Nitazene detected in Halton’s unregulated drug supply may make overdoses harder to reverse, public health officials warn. Daily News Ontario Steve Cogbill Aug 8, 2026 — 3 min read
WestJet flight attendants reached a tentative agreement ending a one-day strike. WestJet Tentative Agreement Ends Work Stoppage, Eases Travel Disruptions WestJet strike ends after one day with a tentative deal, but cancellations and delays continue as flights return to normal. Daily News Alberta Steve Cogbill Aug 8, 2026 — 3 min read
Two children sitting on a bench, one holding a container of snacks, the other with a bag of treats. Best Recess Snacks in Canada From $3 — 7 Picks Best recess snacks for kids: 7 portable Canadian picks from $3–$27, with easy portions, kid-approved flavours and smart lunch-bag value. Canadian Guides Steve Cogbill Aug 7, 2026 — 15 min read
A child drinks from a water bottle while other children sit on the grass in a park setting. Best Kids Water Bottles in Canada: 7 Picks From $10 Best kids water bottles in Canada: 7 leak-resistant, BPA-free picks from $10–$35 for school, daycare, travel and everyday hydration. Canadian Guides Steve Cogbill Aug 7, 2026 — 15 min read
A child with glasses looks at a lunch box filled with fruits and vegetables on a wooden table. Best Kids Lunch Boxes in Canada From $10 Best kids lunch boxes for school in Canada: 7 practical picks from $10–$65 for easy opening, organized meals, leak resistance and daily cleanup. Canadian Guides Steve Cogbill Aug 7, 2026 — 15 min read
Three schoolchildren with backpacks walk down a hallway lined with lockers, wearing uniforms. Best Backpacks for Canadian Kids: 7 Picks From $27 Best backpacks for Canadian kids: 7 comfortable, durable picks from $27–$63 CAD for school, preschool and everyday outings in changing weather. Canadian Guides Steve Cogbill Aug 7, 2026 — 15 min read
Antonio Alvin Dela Cruz, a former SickKids employee, charged with child exploitation offenses in Toronto. Toronto Hospital Employee Charged with Child Exploitation Offenses Again SickKids employee Antonio Dela Cruz faces child luring charges after police allege online contact with a 15-year-old. Daily News Ontario Steve Cogbill Aug 7, 2026 — 4 min read
Three people died during a transfer from the Edmonton Institution for Women. Edmonton Prison Transfer Accident Kills 2 Officers, 1 Inmate Edmonton prison transfer accident kills two correctional officers and one offender, while officials release few details about the. Daily News Alberta Steve Cogbill Aug 7, 2026 — 3 min read
Saskatchewan RCMP warns businesses of fraud in the trucking sector. Saskatchewan RCMP Warns Businesses of Large-Scale Fraud in Trucking Sector Saskatchewan RCMP warn trucking suppliers of a fraud scheme affecting 12 businesses through phone orders and failed card payments. Daily News Saskatchewan Steve Cogbill Aug 6, 2026 — 3 min read
A neatly folded stack of brown flannel sheets against a neutral background. Best Flannel Sheets in Canada From $42 — 5 Cozy Picks Best flannel sheets canada: 5 warm, breathable cotton picks from $42–$75 CAD with deep pockets for cozy Canadian winter nights. Canadian Guides Steve Cogbill Aug 6, 2026 — 13 min read
