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A Journey From Brooklyn to the World: The Story of a Canadian Football Star

July 2, 2026

Jonathan David was born on January 14, 2000, in Brooklyn, New York while his parents were visiting family. A few months later the family moved back to Port‑au‑Prince, Haiti where he spent his early childhood. In 2006 they immigrated to Ottawa, Ontario, hoping for a better life. Growing up in Canada’

sports

Big names and big game in LA for World Cup drama

June 29, 2026

The World Cup isn’t just about the players on the field. The stands at Los Angeles Stadium were packed with stars cheering on their teams during the Canada-South Africa match. Jessica Alba, known for her roles in major films, showed up with her boyfriend, actor Danny Ramirez. Cristo Fernández, famou

business

Quebecor Pushes to Stop Corus Debt Swap

June 26, 2026

Quebecor Inc. wants the Canadian regulator to pause a plan that would let Corus Entertainment’s lenders take over the company. The plan is called a debt‑for‑equity swap and would hand control of Corus to its creditors, led by Canso Investment Counsel Ltd. Corus owns Global News and many cable

sports

Two Caribbean kids who loved hockey and ended up skating toward the NHL draft

June 18, 2026

Jaxon Cover and Ryder Cali both showed up to the NHL’s Western New York scouting combine in June wearing numbers that didn’t yet belong to any NHL team. The 90 invitees spent a week running tests, talking to teams, and answering questions—skills that matter just as much as skating speed in today’s l

politics

When Words Become Crimes: The Quiet War on Free Speech

June 9, 2026

Two countries once famous for their openness now treat basic facts as dangerous ideas. In Canada and the UK, quoting a science textbook or reading a Bible verse out loud can land you in court. Canada’s latest hate speech bill, C-9, removes the religious exemption that used to protect people who shar

health

Big donation boosts emergency care in Kingston

June 9, 2026

A Kingston man just gave $1. 25 million to help emergency rooms in the city work better. The money buys new machines that take clearer pictures of patients faster. These aren’t just any machines—they’re the kind doctors say can make a real difference when someone is really sick. The donation pays f

sports

Canada's World Cup moment: small country, big heart

June 7, 2026

Eight-year-old Nathaniel Salhani was bouncing on his toes when he blurted out his excitement about Canada co-hosting the World Cup. His team had just finished playing on a perfect Ottawa evening, but all he could think about was the Ireland match coming up. His mom, Nathalie, echoed that pride—"We’v

business

Shaw Local News Wins Big at Illinois Press Awards

June 6, 2026

In a recent ceremony held in East Peoria, reporters from Shaw Local newspapers earned 45 trophies across a range of categories. The honors spanned general excellence, photography, writing, and design, reflecting the hard work of these journalists. Among the standout publications, the Kendall Count

technology

Ramp Secures $750M, Valued at $44B: A New Era for Business Spend

June 5, 2026

Ramp Inc. has closed a $750 million Series F round, pushing its valuation from $32B to $44B in just seven months. The deal was led by ICONIQ, GIC and the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan, with participation from about twenty other investors, including Lightspeed, a previous major backer. The compan

entertainment

Canadian Women Powering the Screen

May 27, 2026

The Canadian film and TV scene has grown into a global force, thanks to a group of women who steer budgets, talent and stories. They work in every layer: from federal agencies that fund projects to studios that bring Hollywood productions north, and from festival organizers who showcase local work t