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Canada's artistic swimming team pulled off a thrilling upset victory over Spain in the Team Acrobatic event, denying the host nation a perfect sweep on home waters. The win capped off an exciting day that also saw France and Great Britain claim breakthrough golds.
Hundreds gathered at a Tehkummah farm for the 5th Annual Amish Pork Roast, where traditional food, handmade quilts, and warm hospitality created a day of fellowship. The fundraiser brought together Amish families and visitors from across Manitoulin Island to support local families in need.
Canada just committed $131 million over five years to help millions access affordable prescription drugs. The announcement came at the World Health Assembly, where nations gathered to tackle global health challenges together.
Squamish, British Columbia is proving small towns can make a big climate impact. Thanks to innovative methane capture and green building codes, this growing community is on pace to slash emissions while its population expands.
Canada's women's rugby sevens team is one win away from the finals in Spain after dominating Japan 40-5. The team went undefeated in pool play and now faces the U.S. for a chance at the championship.
A silent, solar-powered bus now carries tourists across Alberta's ancient Athabasca Glacier without leaving carbon footprints in one of Earth's most fragile ecosystems. The groundbreaking Electric Ice Explorer could prevent up to 300 kg of daily CO2 emissions while giving 52 passengers a quieter, cleaner wilderness experience.
Thousands of fans will flood downtown Montreal today to celebrate the Victoire's historic Walter Cup win, the first championship for a Canadian team in PWHL history. The free public celebration marks a breakthrough moment for women's hockey across the country.
Canada's men's soccer team will field its strongest roster in history at this summer's World Cup, giving fans an unprecedented chance to witness their nation's top talent on home soil. Despite injury concerns, coach Jesse Marsch has assembled all 26 of the country's best players for the co-hosted tournament.
Chinese wind turbine giant Mingyang is teaming up with Canada to develop a massive offshore wind farm off British Columbia's coast. The partnership could bring up to 2 gigawatts of clean energy to the region.
Scientists discovered a beautifully preserved ancient sea creature in Canada that's rewriting what we thought we knew about a mysterious gap in Earth's evolutionary history. The find suggests life was thriving when researchers believed it had nearly vanished.
A Grade 9 student proposed a groundbreaking model of cosmic expansion while a Grade 11 student corrected a 35-year flaw in blood oxygen sensors that contributed to preventable deaths. Their breakthroughs won top honors at Canada's largest youth science competition.
A ninth grader proposed a new model for how the universe expands, while an eleventh grader fixed a deadly flaw in blood oxygen sensors. At Canada's biggest youth science fair, 390 students showed what young minds can achieve when given the chance to explore.
Canada delivered a dominant 4-0 victory over defending champions USA, earning redemption after their painful Olympic final loss three months ago. The win sends them to face Finland in Saturday's semifinals.
Three months after losing Olympic gold to the United States, Canada got redemption with a dominant 4-0 quarterfinal victory at the world hockey championship. Goalie Jet Greaves stood tall with 34 saves as the North American rivals delivered another thrilling chapter in hockey's greatest rivalry.
Since 1990, volunteers at Animal Adoptions of Flamborough have been giving abandoned cats and dogs a second chance at happiness. The no-kill shelter runs entirely on donations and depends on community volunteers to keep its doors open.
Seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton scored his best Ferrari finish yet in Canada, proving age is just a number. The 41-year-old's second-place podium shows his old-school preparation methods still work in modern racing.
Team Canada delivered a dominant 4-0 shutout against the United States in the World Hockey Championships quarterfinals, advancing to the semifinals with an undefeated tournament record. Washington Capitals coaches Spencer Carbery and Scott Murray helped guide Canada to victory while their prospect Ryan Leonard showed promise for Team USA despite the loss.
Toronto Climate Week 2025 brings 10,000 innovators together to spotlight how Canada's vast forests, farmland, and water resources position it as a global carbon removal leader. With carbon solutions forecast to become a $1.2 trillion industry by 2050, Canadian companies are already turning wildfire cleanup and crushed rock into climate wins.
A Canada-based charity founded by a former St. Vincent resident just donated three barrels of seeds to help island farmers build food security and weather future disasters. The donation includes plans for a strategic seed bank that could protect agriculture from volcanic eruptions and hurricanes.
A small Canadian town is holding a mayoral election between two dogs to tackle a serious problem: only 21% of residents voted in the last election. Gus and Koko are campaigning with promises of free pet healthcare and dog-friendly pools while teaching kids about civic duty.
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