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P.E.I. municipal funding model no longer sustainable, experts warn

The way municipal governments on P.E.I. are funded is no longer sustainable, experts say, as communities grapple with mounting infrastructure costs, rising expectations from residents and limited tools to raise revenue.

Charlottetown loses $1.26M in federal funding, but vows to continue with its housing plan

The City of Charlottetown still plans to implement the initiatives set out in its Housing Action Plan despite losing $1.26 million of federal housing funding, says Deputy Mayor Alanna Jankov.

Province says it needs federal help amid calls to support P.E.I.’s beleaguered oyster fishers

P.E.I.’s Green Party leader focused his questions in the legislature Tuesday on how the Progressive Conservative government intends to help the province’s ailing oyster harvesters as two diseases, MSX and dermo, continue to devastate their stocks.

P.E.I. pulls the plug on plan for an all-electric school bus fleet

The provincial government has put an indefinite pause on plans to make all of its school buses electric. P.E.I. Education Minister Robin Croucher says the buses just aren’t reliable enough to justify buying any more of them. CBC’s Steve Bruce has more on the reasoning, and the reaction.

Island MPs call on P.E.I. health minister to apologize over comments about prime minister

Prince Edward Island’s members of Parliament responded to remarks made by provincial Health Minister Cory Deagle in the legislature last week that took aim at the prime minister.

Sean Casey on Liberal MPs’ public spat with P.E.I.’s health minister

Prince Edward Island’s four MPs penned a letter this week calling on the province’s health minister, Cory Deagle, to apologize for “mocking the prime minister from the floor of the provincial legislature.” CBC News: Compass host Louise Martin spoke with Charlottetown MP Sean Casey about what the situation means for the relationship between the provincial and federal governments.

Spring weight restrictions on roads lifted

Spring weight restrictions on provincial roads in Prince Edward Island have now been lifted, effective April 28. These restrictions are put in place…

P.E.I. organ donation liaison expected to be hired within next year, says program manager

Prince Edward Island’s new organ and tissue donation liaison could be hired within the next year, according to the province’s program manager. The new role within Health P.E.I. was announced last week and is intended to strengthen support for both donor families and health-care staff navigating the donation process.

Island Trails providing a program to train future volunteers to maintain network

The training on May 2 will include preparing for the outdoors, “Leave No Trace” principles, protecting trails and basic tool safety.

Statement by Premier Lantz on the National Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace

Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on the National Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in…

A new substation is expected to reduce outages in western P.E.I. by 55%

Maritime Electric says Islanders in western P.E.I. are in for more reliable power. The utility’s new switching substation in Woodstock has been online since March and is now fully operational.

UPEI engineering students supporting land-based learning on Lennox Island First Nation

UPEI engineering students have created a sap boiler, a boot and glove drying rack and a salt water tank that will all soon be used at John J. Sark Memorial School with the aim of making learning from the land more accessible.

2 senior leaders are out at Calgary city administration

There is a big shakeup coming at Calgary city hall. The city’s CAO, David Duckworth, has agreed to leave his job at the end of the year and COO Stuart Dagleish is retiring.

Toronto police officer at centre of corruption probe denied bail again

Barnhardt faces 17 charges, the most of any of the officers accused in the investigation, including offences related to cocaine trafficking and bribery.

Tory MP Jivani returns to Washington to meet with U.S. trade rep

Conservative MP Jamil Jivani is back in Washington Wednesday for a meeting with Canadian business interests and United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.

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Brooklyn Nets head coach Steve Nash argues a call during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

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Brooklyn Nets head coach Steve Nash is restrained after having a technical foul called on him during the second half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

The first Kentucky Derby since the death of trainer D. Wayne Lukas has a different vibe

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — D. Wayne Lukas always talked up his latest crop of 2-year-old horses with an eye toward the next Kentucky Derby, telling his wife to get her dress for Oaks day.

The first Kentucky Derby since the death of trainer D. Wayne Lukas has a different vibe

A horse comes off the track through the Lukas Gap gate, named in honor of deceased Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas, Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

The first Kentucky Derby since the death of trainer D. Wayne Lukas has a different vibe

FILE – Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas is framed by the twin spires of Churchill Downs as he talks with friends Saturday, April 30, 2005, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Ed Reinke, File)

The first Kentucky Derby since the death of trainer D. Wayne Lukas has a different vibe

FILE – Trainer D. Wayne Lukas watches a workout at Churchill Downs Thursday, May 1, 2025, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)

The first Kentucky Derby since the death of trainer D. Wayne Lukas has a different vibe

A horse comes off the track through the Lukas Gap gate, named in honor of deceased Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas, Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Carney ‘should use every relationship,’ Poilievre says as his MPs, including Jivani, travel to D.C.

Conservative MP Jamil Jivani, who has a personal relationship with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, is in Washington for a networking conference

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CI-STRONGMAYOR-COMMUNITYCHAOS Arie Hoogenboom is mayor of Rideau Lakes. His use of strong mayor powers has contributed to infighting on the township council. Uploaded by: Rider, David

James Poker aged out of a treatment centre at 16. Nobody told his father

James Poker aged out of the system at 16 and was abruptly released from a treatment facility in Saskatchewan. His father had no idea until he saw him on the streets of their remote northern community of Natuashish.

Health Canada approves 1st generic version of Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic

Health Canada ‌​approved on Tuesday the first generic ​version of ​Danish drugmaker Novo ‌Nordisk’s Ozempic drug.

Former Fauci adviser indicted for allegedly concealing communications related to COVID-19 research

Dr. David Morens, 78, is accused of using his private email account to intentionally circumvent public records laws while employed at the National Institutes of Health. The U.S. Justice Department alleges that he concealed or destroyed records of discussions related to COVID-19 research grants, including an effort to revive a controversial coronavirus grant.

Toronto woman who wants to die says federal MAID committee isn’t listening

Claire Elyse Brosseau wants to end her life, but under current Canadian legislation she’s not eligible for medical assistance in dying because she only suffers from mental illnesses. Next year, that’s supposed to change — though the federal government has already delayed twice.

Their infant son had to spend several days in the ICU. Then his medical records went missing

Tegan Hutz has nothing but glowing things to say about the care her son received while he was at the IWK Health Centre in Halifax. She’s frustrated, however, that records related to his care were missing for more than two months.

An unexpected heart condition sidelined this hockey player for years. Here’s how he made his way back

Jacob LeGuerrier was 21 when he was diagnosed with viral myocarditis, a serious heart condition that derailed his dreams of an NHL career. He shared his story of his years-long recovery and eventually making it back to the ice in a short documentary made in collaboration with CBC Ottawa Creator’s Network.

Running a hospital is expensive. Expect to see more advertising from them

As people live longer and have more complex medical needs, hospitals are turning to bolder advertising and marketing to attract top-tier professionals and afford the latest equipment in diagnostics and treatment.

Toronto General Hospital says partnerships helping with emergency department volume

At UHN’s Toronto General Hospital, staff say being right downtown comes with its own unique set of challenges, and it’s working alongside other organizations to help alleviate some of the demand in its emergency department.

1 reason why healthy people have heart attacks, and what experts say could help

Research indicates that about one in five Canadians have high levels of Lipoprotein(a), putting them at greater risk of a heart attack or stroke. And yet, many people have no idea because there is no routine screening for Lp(a), which also has no symptoms. That’s something experts have been wanting to change.

When my sons with autism are sent home from school, they’ve learned the problem is them — not the system

Wendy Lintner’s twin sons with autism are in Grade 5. At one time, both were not attending school full-time. Not because she doesn’t believe in education or because they don’t want to be there, but because the school system simply hasn’t been able to support their needs.

After autistic child’s wandering from school, experts say Ontario’s special education needs more support

Elopement, when an autistic person runs or wanders away from caregivers or a safe location, is a regular school safety consideration. Yet advocates and experts say the elopement of a nine-year-old from school this week puts the spotlight on inadequate in-school support of Ontario students with disabilities.

Facing rural realities and mistrust in hospitals, these women turned to home births

Though no one is tracking medically unassisted births in Canada, infant mortality data from the Ontario coroner, the challenges of accessing maternal medicine in rural B.C., and a growing online freebirthing community suggest more women are choosing this route.

Mercedes-Benz secures multi-year EV battery supply deal with Samsung SDI

The automaker plans to use the nickel-manganese-cobalt batteries for future compact and mid-size electric SUVs and coupe models.

General Mills faces setback in supply chain sustainability push

The food maker said total greenhouse gas emissions fell 14% in fiscal 2025 compared to 2020 baseline, less than the 19% drop in 2024.

GM forecasts $500M tariff refund, plans further mitigation efforts

The automaker still projects up to $3.5 billion in duty costs in 2026, primarily driven by Section 232 levies, including those on steel and aluminum.

Spring weight restrictions on roads lifted

Spring weight restrictions on provincial roads in Prince Edward Island have now been lifted, effective April 28. These restrictions are put in place…

Canada mulls role in fighter jet program with Italy, U.K., Japan: McGuinty

McGuinty says Canada has not yet made a final decision on whether to obtain observer status in the Global Combat Air Programme, run by Japan, the United Kingdom and Italy.

Vinci Aviation announces livery update

Bianca Martel, Client Experience Manager, will step in during Juliette Prud’Homme’s maternity leave.

Cdn. entrepreneur publishes analysis on technology adoption by SMEs

The document reportedly offers some solutions to try and help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the province leverage new technologies to ensure their long-term sustainability.

Amazon Web Services unveils agentic AI supply chain tool

Amazon Connect Decisions combines more than 25 specialized tools to centralize data, triage alerts and translate demand forecasts. 

Gap targets improved traceability operations, data collection

The retailer aims to enhance coordination with suppliers using an AI layer from supply chain software company Inspectorio.

Minister Joly returns from Germany and Norway after announcing new investments

In Norway, Minister Joly met with top government officials and industry leaders to advance bilateral cooperation.

Blockbuster $22B Shell-ARC deal bodes well for expansion to LNG Canada, experts say

Shell owns 40 per cent of LNG Canada alongside Japanese, Malaysian, Chinese and South Korean partners.

UPS’ Amazon volume cuts are nearly done. What’s next?

While the carrier’s relationship with Amazon isn’t over, UPS aims to grow in more lucrative parts of the parcel market as it slims down its network, executives said.