Beyond Local

Canadian pandemic homebuyers have zero regrets, survey shows

Buying a home in the middle of the pandemic may not seem wise, but survey shows 84 per cent of Canadians who did so are happy with their purchase today.

Sep 18, 2022 8:45 AM Read more >

St. Albert native puts skills to the test for new season of Top Chef Canada

Ready to cheer on the Alberta entrant in this season's Top Chef Canada?

Sep 17, 2022 6:15 PM Read more >

Grieving mother welcomes new 3-digit suicide prevention hotline

Woman who lost her son to suicide in June says national hotline to launch next fall will be a great tool.

Sep 17, 2022 4:05 PM Read more >

Former PMs, Canadian celebrities join delegation for Queen's funeral in London

Canada is sending a handful of celebrities alongside its official delegation to the Queen's state funeral Monday in London.

Sep 17, 2022 2:35 PM Read more >

Stone carving returned to artist with apology from museum

When the 100-kilogram carving was discovered on a Vancouver Island beach in 2020, it was heralded as an indigenous artifact.

Sep 17, 2022 1:10 PM Read more >

Canadian households have $6B worth of dead cellphones lying around

According to a new MCE Systems survey, Canadians have roughly 60 million idle phones lying around the house.

Sep 17, 2022 11:45 AM Read more >

'Now 15 per cent is rude:' Tipping fatigue hits customers as requests rise

Tipping fatigue is hitting consumers as requests for gratuities increase and spread to new businesses amid the rise of automated payment machines and preset tip suggestions.

Sep 17, 2022 10:25 AM Read more >

Alberta destination is one of Canada's top 5 epic hidden gems

Fresh Tracks Canada has put together some bucket list experiences without ever leaving the country.

Sep 17, 2022 8:55 AM Read more >

Security high in London as world leaders begin arriving for Queen's funeral

The outpouring of public mourning and affection for Queen Elizabeth II is taking place against the backdrop of an "unprecedented" security operation.

Sep 16, 2022 7:15 PM Read more >

'New industrial revolution' in Alberta's Heartland: Kenney

Politicians and industry executives gathered on Thursday, Sept. 15, for the Alberta Industrial Heartland Association's annual conference for a day complete with project updates, talk of the future, and networking.

Sep 16, 2022 6:10 PM Read more >