A growing number of Canadians are taking care of loved ones living with dementia. Now, a new facility in York Region is trying to ease that burden by offering short-term residential care so that caregivers can finally take a break. Community leaders gathered in Vaughan on Tuesday to officially cut the ribbon on the region’s first-ever residential respite care centre for adults living with dementia. Care as One’s home-like facility called CIBPA Place allows people living with dementia to stay from two nights to two weeks, while trained staff provide around-the-clock care at a cost of around $100 per night.…
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — The sentencing for Nathan Chasing Horse following his conviction for sexual assault of Indigenous women and girls has been delayed by a week. The sentencing was scheduled to take place Wednesday, but Judge Jessica Peterson agreed to move the hearing to March 18. It will bring to a close a case that sent shock waves through Indian Country. The sentencing of the “Dances With Wolves” actor comes about a month after a Nevada jury convicted him on 13 of the 21 charges he faced. Most related to his conduct with a victim who was 14 when…
OTTAWA — Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson said Wednesday Canada will “do its part” to lower the cost of oil globally as a bloc of nations looks to tame the surge in energy prices triggered by the war in the Middle East. The International Energy Agency — an intergovernmental organization representing dozens of countries, including Canada — announced Wednesday it has agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil from member nations’ stockpiles. Hodgson said Wednesday Canada will support those efforts but didn’t said what form that would take. “Canada will do its part to contribute to the world’s (oil)…
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Democratic-led states alarmed by the prospect of federal immigration officers patrolling the polls during this year’s midterm elections are taking steps to counter what they see as a potential tactic to intimidate voters. New Mexico this week became the first state to bar armed agents from polling locations in response to President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, a step being considered in at least a half dozen other Democratic-led states. The moves highlight a deep distrust toward the Trump administration from blue states, which have been the target of his aggressive immigration tactics while threatened with…
You might think that there’s nothing disputable or ambiguous about a Montreal-style smoked meat sandwich. Read MoreOur restaurant critic visited six of Ottawa’s smoked meat sandwich purveyors to assess this iconic carnivore’s indulgence as it’s offered in the city. Life, Local Food Reviews, Travel Ottawa, Ottawa restaurants, Ottawa Sun You might think that there’s nothing disputable or ambiguous about a Montreal-style smoked meat sandwich. Read More
Despite the mild spring-like start to the week, snow is back in the forecast for this weekend. An Alberta clipper will bring widespread flurries to southern Ontario including the GTA, which could see three to five centimetres of snow on Friday. Parts of northern York and Durham regions have a greater chance to pick up higher amounts with 10 cm of snow possible, also on Friday. Lower amounts of snow and some possible rain is more likely closer to Lake Ontario as temperatures will stay hovering around the freezing mark. An Alberta Clipper is a fast-moving low-pressure system that comes…
When Montreal filmmaker Alison McAlpine first noticed a group of donkeys ambling around an observatory in Chile’s Atacama Desert, she couldn’t help but wonder what they were thinking. “I just asked, how do they see this world?” she recalls. That question became the starting point for “Perfectly a Strangeness,” McAlpine’s mesmeric short film following three donkeys grazing around towering telescopes scanning the cosmos. It’s now up for an Oscar on Sunday. But while the film is nominated in the documentary short category, its dreamlike, stylized approach has stirred a debate: what exactly counts as a documentary? “I’m surprised that the…
The old adage “if a deal is too good to be true, it probably is” comes to mind after a warning from Toronto police about an auto insurance scam that’s making the rounds. Investigators say they’ve received a number of complaints from victims who were duped by the promise of low annual insurance rates between May, 2025 and February, 2026. Police say the suspects claim to be insurance brokers, and even provide a pink slip with a policy number from well-known insurance agencies after victims hand over their payments. Unfortunately, the slips are fake, and investigators say many victims have…
The member of Parliament for Tumbler Ridge, B.C., said he supports a lawsuit against artificial intelligence firm OpenAI by the mother of a girl critically wounded in the mass shooting in the community last month. Cia Edmonds, whose 12-year-old daughter Maya Gebala has severe brain injuries after being shot three times, filed the lawsuit Monday and MP Bob Zimmer said that the legal action was “justified” based on his reading of recent news coverage. The lawsuit alleges that OpenAI’s ChatGPT bot provided “information, guidance and assistance” to carry out such an attack, and Zimmer said it was “very troubling” if…
At this point, the question must be posed. Read MoreThroughout all the trials and tribulations of this crazy season, the one constant for the Sens has been their steadfast commitment to team defence, and heading down the home stretch, it’s finally beginning to pay off. Ottawa Senators, Hockey, NHL, Sports, Coach Travis Green, Ottawa Sun At this point, the question must be posed. Read More
OTTAWA — The federal government is earmarking $10 million to help Jewish communities bolster security at their gathering places after three Toronto-area synagogues were struck with gunfire in recent days. The money dispensed through the federal Canada Community Security Program is meant to help protect Jewish places of worship, schools, child care centres, overnight camps and other institutions. The program offers organizations at risk of hate-motivated crimes money for security equipment and hardware, such as protective barriers and window and door reinforcements. Funding may also go to developing security assessments and emergency plans, training staff to respond to hate-motivated events…
The Ottawa Police Service says a 20-year-old New York State man faces several serious charges in the alleged attempted luring of a 12-year-old Ottawa girl “using online methods.” Read MorePolice investigators believe there may be other luring targets in the Ottawa area. News, Local News, luring, New York State, Ottawa police service, OttawaSun, Realtime The Ottawa Police Service says a 20-year-old New York State man faces several serious charges in the alleged attempted luring of a 12-year-old Ottawa girl “using online methods.” Read More
Ottawa city councillors approved a $200-million revitalization plan for the ByWard Market with several key amendments proposed by Coun. Stéphanie Plante, including pedestrian-friendly initiatives, increased after-hours daycare spots to cater to the Market’s nightlife economy, 24/7 accessible washrooms and a recognition of the impact of the high concentration of social services in the downtown neighbourhood. Read MoreAmendments call for a review of governance of the plan and recognition of the impact of a concentration of social services in the area. News, Local News, ByWard Market, Fixing ByWard, Ottawa Sun, Realtime Ottawa city councillors approved a $200-million revitalization plan for the ByWard Market…
The TTC says transit riders on both Lines 5 and 6 should see improved trip times following the implementation of transit signal priority. Changes have been made to traffic signals on the street-level portions of each line that will allow LRT trains to move through the intersection before left-turning vehicles. Signal transit priority has been in place on Finch Avenue West east of Islington Avenue at Milady Road, Pearldale Avenue (Pearldale station) and Duncanwoods Drive (Duncanwoods station) since late last month. Related: How will Traffic Signal Priority for LRTs impact your drive? Enhanced transit signal priority is now in use…
A Toronto police officer has been charged with three counts of sexual assault and other offences. Peel Regional Police say they arrested 39-year-old Farhan Ali of Markham after an investigation by their special victims unit. They say he has been charged with three counts of sexual assault, three counts of assault and four counts of mischief. Related: Toronto police apologize, delete podcast that saw officers credit Oct. 7 terror attacks for leading people to convert to Islam Toronto police confirm that Ali is a constable with the force. They say he has been suspended with pay under the Community Safety…
Jewish community members in Ottawa are calling on lawmakers from all levels of government to take action against antisemitism after shots were fired at two synagogues and a temple in Toronto within less than a week. Read MoreThe Ottawa Police Service said it was assessing recent shootings at synagogues in the Toronto area and was taking steps to keep Ottawans safe. News, Local News, antisemitism, Ottawa police service, Ottawa Sun, Realtime Jewish community members in Ottawa are calling on lawmakers from all levels of government to take action against antisemitism after shots were fired at two synagogues and a temple in Toronto…
It’s been nearly four months since the Ford government banned speed enforcement cameras, leaving cities searching for other ways to slow drivers down. In Brampton, city officials say they received around $7 million from the province to help with the installation of new traffic calming measures – a far cry from the estimated $30 million a year in revenues it expected from speed cameras. While a staff report is expected to support the installation of more speed bumps, roundabouts and increased signage, some councillors are looking at making some higher-tech moves. “Those existing traffic calming measures, whether they be speed bumps…
Canada advanced to the World Baseball Classic’s playoff round for the first time in the international tournament’s 20-year history. Bo Naylor had an RBI double and Otto Lopez followed with a two-run single as Canada (3-1) scored three in the sixth inning to beat Cuba 7-2 on Wednesday and reach the WBC’s quarterfinals. Although Canada has participated in all five WBCs (2006, 2009, 2013, 2017, 2023), it has never reached the knockout stage before. James Paxton struck out six over 2 2/3 scoreless innings for Canada which eliminated the Cubans (2-2) and won Group A over Puerto Rico (3-1). Cuba…
EDMONTON — The grand chief of the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations says King Charles “expressed his concern” after hearing about Alberta’s separatist push in a face-to-face meeting with Indigenous leaders on Wednesday. Grand Chief Joey Pete, who was part of a delegation of Treaty 6 chiefs who went to Buckingham Palace, said in a news release that the King was “very interested” in what the Indigenous leaders had to say. “We made him aware of the separatism issue in Alberta and the threat to treaty it represents,” the chief said. “He expressed his concern and committed to learning…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration on Wednesday opened a new trade investigation into manufacturing in foreign countries — an effort that comes after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s previous use of tariffs by declaring an economic emergency. Trump and his team have made clear that they’re seeking to replace the hundreds of billions of dollars in lost revenues after the Supreme Court’s February ruling by using different laws to establish new tariffs. In this case, the administration is starting investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, which could eventually lead to new import…