OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney’s office wouldn’t weigh in on a push by the federal Conservatives to award the Order of Canada to controversial hockey commentator Don Cherry. Audrey Champoux, a spokesperson for Carney, declined to say whether the prime minister felt that Cherry had met the requirements for the accolade, which is awarded in recognition of exceptional achievements, extraordinary contributions to the nation, or remarkable dedication to a community. Champoux noted those were the criteria for awarding the country’s highest honorary distinction, but referred questions to the federal Heritage Department. Conservative MP Andrew Lawton is gathering signatures on…
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Mark Ideson finished the job and ended the run of bronze. The skip from London, Ont., made the winning play as Canada’s wheelchair curling team defeated China 4-3 to win gold at the Milan Cortina Paralympics on Saturday. It’s the first gold medal in the event for Canada since 2014 after back-to-back bronze in 2018 and 2022. “I would say the Cardiac Canadians is fitting,” he said of his rink’s nickname from the Games. “We seemed to put it all together at the end. Thanks to everyone for watching at home. “It was an incredible week and amazing to finish…
The Ottawa Senators are alive and kicking. Read MoreIn the final minute, Ottawa fans chanted, “We want playoffs.” Ottawa Senators, Hockey, NHL, Senators Extra, Sports, National Hockey League, Ottawa sports, Ottawa Sun The Ottawa Senators are alive and kicking. Read More
A special weather statement is in effect for Toronto and the GTHA as a messy mix of winter weather is set to hit southern Ontario. Environment Canada says a band of snow will move across the region Sunday morning, bringing with it freezing rain and wind gusts of up to 70 km/h. Between 2 and 6 cm of snow is expected with 1 to 2 mm of ice buildup. “Reduced visibility will make travel difficult Sunday. Snow accumulations may be highly variable; however, most areas will receive at least 2 centimetres with locally higher amounts possible,” said the national weather…
Toronto police are searching for an 18-year-old man after a woman was allegedly assaulted in the Flemingdon Park neighbourhood. Investigators say the woman was walking into a restaurant in the Don Mills Road and Gateway Boulevard area on March 12, 2026, when a man approached her. Police say the suspect lunged and pushed her before fleeing the scene. The victim and the suspect are known to each other, according to police. Nour Eddin Nouman of Toronto is wanted on two counts of failing to comply with a release order, two counts of criminal harassment and assault. Nouman is described as…
Work to fully restore O-Train Line 1 service was still ongoing Saturday afternoon, but service was expected to extend further east to a couple more stations that had been without it since the mid-week ice storm, according to an update from OC Transpo. Read MoreService that had been cut off at uOttawa Station since the ice storm on Wednesday was extended further east to Tremblay Station on Saturday. News, Local News, Line 1, LRT Ottawa, Ottawa Sun, Realtime Work to fully restore O-Train Line 1 service was still ongoing Saturday afternoon, but service was expected to extend further east to a couple…
SHANGHAI (AP) — Formula 1 and its governing body FIA said the Grand Prix races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia will not happen in April because of safety concerns related to the Iran war. Both countries have been struck during Iran’s response after the United States and Israel launched a wave of attacks on Iran. The announcement was made early Sunday morning in Shanghai ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix. “Due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East region, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix will not take place in April,” F1 said. “While several alternatives were considered,…
After a 2-0 win against the Anaheim Ducks, the Ottawa Senators now have enough points to be leading the Pacific Division. Read MoreUllmark made 23 stops for the shutout, Pinto had two gorgeous assists and Michael Amadio and Thomas Chabot each scored goals. Ottawa Senators, Hockey, NHL, Sports, Anaheim Ducks, Brady Tkachuk, National Hockey League, Ottawa sports, Ottawa Sun, Tim Stutzle After a 2-0 win against the Anaheim Ducks, the Ottawa Senators now have enough points to be leading the Pacific Division. Read More
The Toronto Blue Jays have tabbed Kevin Gausman to be their starter on Opening Day, manager John Schneider told reporters Saturday. Gausman, 35, is set to square off against the Athletics in front of a home crowd at the Rogers Centre on March 27. “Pumped for him, pumped for us. About time he got one, kinda what me and (pitching coach) Pete (Walker) told him,” Schneider said. “Still figuring out the rest of the rotation, how that lines up, but I’m excited for Kevin to get us going.” Gausman enjoyed another solid year with the Blue Jays last season, his…
Just over 45 people gathered in a small Kanata group fitness studio on a Saturday afternoon, all to witness Morgan McKay set a Guinness World Record. Read MoreThe challenge for Morgan McKay was setting a Guinness world record with as many in-spot lunges as possible in an hour. News, Local News, Best of Ottawa, Guinness World Records, Ottawa Sun, Realtime Just over 45 people gathered in a small Kanata group fitness studio on a Saturday afternoon, all to witness Morgan McKay set a Guinness World Record. Read More
The province’s police oversight agency said there were no grounds for criminal charges against two Ontario Provincial Police who fired an anti-riot weapon at a 38-year-old man last November. Read MoreA 38-year-old suspect was apprehended after fleeing Quebec police and driving the wrong way on Highway 401 near Bainsville. News, Local News, Ottawa Sun, Realtime, South Glengarry, Special Investigations Unit The province’s police oversight agency said there were no grounds for criminal charges against two Ontario Provincial Police who fired an anti-riot weapon at a 38-year-old man last November. Read More
Chrisean Rock’s got her first boxing match set up for next month … but, today is all about love — specifically how much we love these hot shots! The star turned 26 years old on Saturday … and, we’ve put together these spicy pics for fans to… Chrisean Rock’s got her first boxing match set up for next month … but, today is all about love — specifically how much we love these hot shots! The star turned 26 years old on Saturday … and, we’ve put together these spicy pics for fans to… Chrisean Rock’s got her first boxing match…
Wedding crashers aren’t usually well-received when they’re discovered … unless of course it’s Zendaya barging in! The actress showed up to a marriage ceremony in Las Vegas Saturday as part of the promotion for her new movie “The Drama” …… Wedding crashers aren’t usually well-received when they’re discovered … unless of course it’s Zendaya barging in! The actress showed up to a marriage ceremony in Las Vegas Saturday as part of the promotion for her new movie “The Drama” …… Wedding crashers aren’t usually well-received when they’re discovered … unless of course it’s Zendaya barging in! The actress showed up to…
John Alford — a British actor who was convicted on sex offenses connected to two teenage girls last year — has died in prison. The Mirror and the BBC confirmed the news with a spokesperson for the prison system … who told them, “John Shannon… John Alford — a British actor who was convicted on sex offenses connected to two teenage girls last year — has died in prison. The Mirror and the BBC confirmed the news with a spokesperson for the prison system … who told them, “John Shannon… John Alford — a British actor who was convicted on sex…
Selena Gomez is continuing to pack on the PDA with her hubby Benny Blanco after he got torn apart online for sporting visibly dirty feet on a recent podcast taping. Check out the new pics … the “Bluest Flame” singer shared a carousel to… Selena Gomez is continuing to pack on the PDA with her hubby Benny Blanco after he got torn apart online for sporting visibly dirty feet on a recent podcast taping. Check out the new pics … the “Bluest Flame” singer shared a carousel to… Selena Gomez is continuing to pack on the PDA with her hubby Benny Blanco after he got torn apart…
Neo — a friend of D4vd who blasted the guy on social media this week — says he doesn’t care what the public thinks of him … and he’s done commenting on the case publicly. Neo took to Instagram Saturday to speak out in a series of fiery posts… Neo — a friend of D4vd who blasted the guy on social media this week — says he doesn’t care what the public thinks of him … and he’s done commenting on the case publicly. Neo took to Instagram Saturday to speak out in a series of fiery posts… Neo — a…
Scooter Braun’s ex-wife looked like she was glowing after getting cozy with Tom Brady recently … all smiles while walking with a pal. Watch the clip — Yael Cohen Braun was spotted walking around Los Angeles Friday … wearing an oversized UCLA… Scooter Braun’s ex-wife looked like she was glowing after getting cozy with Tom Brady recently … all smiles while walking with a pal. Watch the clip — Yael Cohen Braun was spotted walking around Los Angeles Friday … wearing an oversized UCLA… Scooter Braun’s ex-wife looked like she was glowing after getting cozy with Tom Brady recently … all…
It’s Pi Day, everyone … and, while the occasion is really a nod to mathematics, we gotta say we’re bigger into the dessert — and, these celebs clearly are too! We’ve put together some shots of celebs enjoying a freshly baked dessert … with… It’s Pi Day, everyone … and, while the occasion is really a nod to mathematics, we gotta say we’re bigger into the dessert — and, these celebs clearly are too! We’ve put together some shots of celebs enjoying a freshly baked dessert … with… It’s Pi Day, everyone … and, while the occasion is really a nod…
Jennifer Lopez almost landed on her “Booty” during her Las Vegas residency … just barely catching herself after slipping onstage. The singer-songwriter took the stage at The Collosseum at Caesars Palace for her “Jennifer Lopez: The JLo Show Live”… Jennifer Lopez almost landed on her “Booty” during her Las Vegas residency … just barely catching herself after slipping onstage. The singer-songwriter took the stage at The Collosseum at Caesars Palace for her “Jennifer Lopez: The JLo Show Live”… Jennifer Lopez almost landed on her “Booty” during her Las Vegas residency … just barely catching herself after slipping onstage. The singer-songwriter took…
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s bodyguard — who was killed in a standoff with police this week — reportedly had a checkered past. The bodyguard went by Mike King … but CBS News is now reporting that was an alias — and his real name was… Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s bodyguard — who was killed in a standoff with police this week — reportedly had a checkered past. The bodyguard went by Mike King … but CBS News is now reporting that was an alias — and his real name was… Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s bodyguard — who was killed in a standoff with police…