Vancouver City Hall dismisses proposal to lower municipal voting age, keeping it at 18 for local elections. Vancouver City Hall Rejects Proposal to Lower Municipal Voting Age to 16 Vancouver rejects proposal to lower voting age to 16, sparking debate on youth political engagement. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 30, 2025 — 2 min read
Health Canada approves lecanemab, offering new hope for Alzheimer's patients across Canada. Health Canada Approves First Alzheimer’s Drug, Lecanemab, After Lengthy Review Process Health Canada approves lecanemab, offering hope for Alzheimer's treatment in Canada despite challenges. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 28, 2025 — 2 min read
Manitoba unveils $30B energy projects, aiming to reshape the province's economic future and growth. Manitoba Plans $30 Billion in Energy Projects, Aims for Economic Transformation Manitoba unveils $30B energy projects to boost economy. Premier Kinew's vision aims to transform the province's future. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 28, 2025 — 2 min read
Quebec doctors silently protest Bill 2 at the National Assembly, opposing new pay rules in healthcare. Doctors Protest Bill 2 at Quebec City Assembly, Oppose New Remuneration Rules Quebec doctors rally against Bill 2, fearing its impact on patient care and doctor morale. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 28, 2025 — 2 min read
B.C. government and BCGEU reach a tentative deal, potentially ending the lengthy public service strike. B.C. Government Reaches Tentative Deal with BCGEU, Ending Weeks-Long Strike B.C. government and BCGEU reach a tentative deal, ending a strike impacting public services and businesses across the province. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 27, 2025 — 2 min read
Ontario's new housing bill sparks debate over potential changes to rent control and lease security. Ontario Housing Bill Could End Rent Control, Lease Security, Advocates Warn Ontario's new housing bill may end rent control, sparking major concerns among tenants and advocates. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 26, 2025 — 2 min read
Air traffic control towers in Kelowna and Winnipeg face closures due to a shortage of controllers, impacting flights. Air Traffic Controller Shortages Force Tower Closures in Kelowna and Winnipeg Kelowna and Winnipeg airports face delays due to air traffic controller shortages, impacting flights and passengers. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 25, 2025 — 2 min read
Alberta's proposed election bill could change who can run for office, sparking public debate this fall. Alberta Government to Introduce Legislation Limiting Provincial Election Candidates Alberta proposes limiting provincial election candidates, sparking debate over electoral fairness and transparency. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 24, 2025 — 2 min read
B.C. introduces 27-week unpaid medical leave, aligning with other provinces' worker protection standards. B.C. Proposes 27-Week Unpaid Medical Leave for Workers Under New Legislation B.C. proposes 27-week unpaid medical leave, aligning with national standards for worker protection. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 23, 2025 — 2 min read
Legal tensions rise in Edgewood, B.C., as ostrich farm faces CFIA cull order amid avian flu outbreak. Standoff at B.C. Ostrich Farm Intensifies with Arrest Amid Legal Battle Tensions rise at B.C.'s Universal Ostrich Farm amid a legal battle and arrests over a contentious cull order. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 22, 2025 — 2 min read
B.C. shifts energy policy to favour natural resources over AI, impacting future power allocations. B.C. Proposes Energy Rule Changes, Prioritizes Natural Resources Over AI and Data Centres B.C. shifts energy rules to favor natural resources over AI, reshaping the province's economic landscape. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 22, 2025 — 2 min read
Manitoba RCMP charge three men in the 2020 homicide case of Melinda Lynxleg, marking a major breakthrough. Three Charged in 2020 Homicide of Manitoba Woman Melinda Lynxleg Three men charged in the 2020 homicide of Manitoba woman Melinda Lynxleg, marking a major breakthrough in the case. Spotlight Daily News Steve Cogbill Oct 21, 2025 — 2 min read
