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As new councils prepare to take office in November, these results offer a positive picture of participation in local democracy. From families who arrived in Canada seeking opportunity to Canadians raised in the...

The university said employees who had been required to shelter on campus could take time for their wellbeing. Shuttle buses, food services and other campus services continued operating Tuesday. The University of Toronto’s...

The new penalties do not remove an applicant’s responsibility for information submitted in their name. IRCC warns that applicants remain responsible even when a representative completes the...

The film can also become a starting point for conversation after the credits. Parents and grandparents might share the versions they grew up with, explain the significance of the characters or discuss how a screen...

The recovery comes as another storm, Cyclone Murasu, approaches the Andhra Pradesh coast. Forecasts reported on November 2 placed its expected landfall overnight on November 2–3, bringing the prospect of...

Did Carney Just Win the Trade War? Donald Trump says a Canada–U.S. trade deal is getting closer. But what would that deal actually deliver for Canadians—and why is Mark Carney prepared to wait for the right terms? In this video, we examine Carney’s approach to negotiations, Trump’s public statements, and the issues that could shape an agreement: tariffs, Canadian jobs, agriculture, energy and the proposed revival of Keystone XL. We break down what Trump has claimed, what remains unconfirmed, and why a positive phone call should not be confused with a completed agreement. The real test is what both countries ultimately commit to—and what Canadians gain. We also explore how Canada’s growing relationship with the European Union fits into its broader trade strategy. Can expanding partnerships give Ottawa more options while negotiations with Washington continue? What should Canada’s biggest priority be in a deal with the United States: removing tariffs, protecting jobs, expanding energy exports or securing long-term stability? Share your view in the comments, and subscribe to VNN for more news and analysis.

Before pressing the payment button, save the final itinerary, baggage allowance and fare conditions. Compare that complete package with the next-best option. A slightly higher fare may be worthwhile if it includes...

The practical first step is to gather vaccination records and contact a doctor, nurse practitioner, pharmacist or local public health unit. Ask which doses are due, where they can be received and whether any require follow...

A festive wardrobe can grow richer through use: a dupatta borrowed for a family lunch, earrings brought out for another Diwali, a kurta that becomes a reliable favourite. Give those pieces room in this year’s celebrations...

Keeping Diwali alive in Canada means giving the next generation memories they can make their own. Years from now, a child may remember the slightly uneven rangoli, a grandparent’s laughter or the sweet they were...

As of November 2, the central unanswered question is whether any independently verifiable evidence supports Carlson’s nuclear-strike claim. Renewed military threats, uncertainty around Iran’s nuclear activities and...

For GTA families, workers and entrepreneurs, the most useful reading of Thursday’s budget will go beyond the headline dollar amounts. Household measures need clear eligibility rules and start dates; housing plans need...

The finishing touches can be simple: coriander scattered over the chickpeas, a swirl of cream in the paneer, warm bread brought to the table and small bowls of chilled kheer waiting in the refrigerator. A Diwali feast should leave room for...

A comfortable weekend does not need to include every stop. Choose the celebration that suits your household, leave room for a shared meal and give yourself extra travel time. Whether the evening centres on a...

A temple classroom in Burnaby, a laboratory in Winnipeg, a dance studio in Mississauga and a food bank in Brampton each hold another part of that shared history. Hindu Heritage Month asks Canadians to recognize the...

Beyond Brampton: Meet Ontario’s South Asian Election Winners A Brampton lawyer. A Guelph newcomer. A Kingston entrepreneur. Ontario’s South Asian election story stretches far beyond one city—and the people behind the results have remarkable journeys to share. Following Ontario’s 2026 municipal elections, we explore the stories of new and returning councillors, including Sukhman Sangha, Navjit Kaur Brar, Ausma Malik, Mustafa Zuberi and Jimmy Hassan. Their backgrounds span healthcare, law, education, business and community service. From Brampton and Toronto to Stratford, Kitchener and Kingston, discover how these representatives built connections with the communities they will serve. Authentic city footage, portraits and custom maps bring their stories into focus. The election also brought disappointments. We look at the unsuccessful mayoral bids of Dipika Damerla, Sameera Ali and Raj Sandhu, alongside the council victories opening a new chapter for other South Asian Canadians. What happens next matters to everyone: neighbourhoods, local services, infrastructure and public spending. Subscribe to Weekly Voice for Canadian news and the people shaping our communities. Read more: weeklyvoice.com

Wealthsimple’s Rise: From a Spreadsheet to C$13.8 Billion A spreadsheet. A simple idea. A Canadian success story valued at C$13.8 billion. How did Wealthsimple grow from helping friends invest into a financial platform used by millions of Canadians? In this video, we explore how Michael Katchen, Brett Huneycutt and Rudy Adler built Wealthsimple around one powerful idea: making money management easier to understand and use. Follow the journey from its Toronto launch in 2014 to commission-free stock and ETF trading, tax filing, and everyday financial services. Discover how solving connected problems helped Wealthsimple become part of Canadians’ daily lives. We also explain the scale behind its growth, including company-reported client assets under administration of C$169.2 billion as of September 30, 2026, and the financing agreement announced in October 2026 at a C$13.8 billion company valuation. Stay to the end for the entrepreneurial lesson behind it all: a useful idea can start small and grow by helping people solve everyday problems. Share this story with someone building an idea of their own. What stands out most about Wealthsimple’s journey? Tell us in the comments, and subscribe to VNN Canada for more Canadian business and innovation stories.

But the evidence supports confidence in Carney’s willingness to hold his ground. He has kept communication open after rejecting terms he considered unacceptable, and he is pursuing other partnerships at the...