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Survey shows employees aren’t disconnecting from work on vacation

Although remote work has cleared the way for workplace flexibility, allowing employees to work in various locations (and climates), a new study suggests it’s taking a serious toll on work-life balance.

New survey shows that employees often take work with them on vacation (Pexels/Armin Rimoldi)

Increase in mosquitoes 'a trend' across Canada this year. Here's why

Mosquitoes have always been pesky, but this spring it seems the bloodsuckers are thirstier than ever, a trend one expert says is increasing.

Nova Scotians’ personal information stolen in global security breach: province

The Nova Scotia government says it is investigating the theft of personal information stolen through a global privacy breach to a third-party file transfer system the province was using.

Adult victim in Que. fishing incident that killed 4 children identified

Quebec provincial police (SQ) have identified the adult victim of a fishing incident that claimed five lives over the weekend, most of them children. Keven Girard, 37, was among a group of 11 people swept up by the tide late Friday night while fishing along the shore in Portneuf-sur-Mer, a village about 550 kilometres northeast of Montreal.

Uncertainty remains for Halifax-area evacuees as wildfire 100 per cent contained

A wildfire that tore through homes and businesses in the Halifax area is 100 per cent contained, but a historic fire in southwestern Nova Scotia remains out of control.

Canada sticking with 2050 net zero targets, but progress may come faster than expected, minister says

Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson says the federal government is not ruling out finding ways to achieve net zero sooner than the existing 2050 goal, but would not say whether there would be a definitive commitment to move up the target.

Apple is expected to unveil a sleek, pricey headset. Is it the device VR has been looking for?

Apple appears poised to unveil a long-rumoured headset that will place its users between the virtual and real world, while also testing the technology trendsetter's ability to popularize new-fangled devices after others failed to capture the public's imagination.

Ukrainian father rushes home after Russian airstrike to find 2-year-old daughter dead in rubble

A Ukrainian man rushed to his home outside the central city of Dnipro in hopes of rescuing his family, only to find his two-year-old daughter dead and wife seriously wounded as he helped pull them from the rubble of their apartment destroyed in one of Russia's latest airstrikes of the war, authorities reported Sunday.

Error in signalling system led to train crash that killed 275 people in India, official says

The derailment in eastern India that killed 275 people and injured hundreds was caused by an error in the electronic signalling system that led a train to wrongly change tracks and crash into a freight train, officials said Sunday.

Atlantic

Shelburne County, N.S., gets much needed rainfall as wildfire continues

Shelburne County, N.S., received its first bout of rainfall since the record-breaking wildfire, which now covers approximately 250 square kilometres.
Nova Scotians’ personal information stolen in global security breach: province

The Nova Scotia government says it is investigating the theft of personal information stolen through a global privacy breach to a third-party file transfer system the province was using.
One person dies, two others in hospital after three-vehicle crash in Springfield, P.E.I.: RCMP

One person has died and two others are in hospital with serious injuries after a three-vehicle collision in Springfield, P.E.I.

Toronto

3 injured, 2 critically, after Caledon crash: paramedics

Two people have been rushed to a trauma centre in critical condition and a third person sustained serious injuries after a multi-vehicle collision in Caledon, paramedics confirm.
Police release images of suspects wanted in serious assault in Toronto's Entertainment District

Police say they are searching for two men wanted in connection with a serious assault in the city’s Entertainment District this weekend.
Two suspects sought after woman sexually assaulted in downtown Toronto

Police have released images of two suspects who allegedly sexually assaulted a woman in downtown Toronto in April.

Montreal

Adult victim in Que. fishing incident that killed 4 children identified

Quebec provincial police (SQ) have identified the adult victim of a fishing incident that claimed five lives over the weekend, most of them children. Keven Girard, 37, was among a group of 11 people swept up by the tide late Friday night while fishing along the shore in Portneuf-sur-Mer, a village about 550 kilometres northeast of Montreal.
Wildfires in western Quebec prompt thousands more evacuees to relocate

Wildfires in western Quebec have prompted thousands to evacuate the area over the weekend, while the threat of encroaching flames eased slightly on the North Shore as Canadian Armed Forces geared up to fight the threat.
Increase in mosquitoes 'a trend' across Canada this year. Here's why

Mosquitoes have always been pesky, but this spring it seems the bloodsuckers are thirstier than ever, a trend one expert says is increasing.

Northern Ontario

48 active forest fires in northern Ontario, 31 in the northeast Sunday

The number of forest fires in northern Ontario continues to grow with a total of 48 active fires in the region, including 33 that are not yet under control. Only two months into the fire season and there have already been more than double the total number in 2022.
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WATCH | Wind turbine blaze 'contained' north of Goderich, Ont.

Todd Edginton could hardly believe his eyes when he looked out his back door to find a wind turbine on fire. He wasn’t alone, as people stopped just north of Goderich to see the spectacle unfold.
Four kids and one man drown after Quebec fishing accident: provincial police

A fishing excursion ended in tragedy on Saturday when four children died in a village in northeastern Quebec, provincial police said.

London

Fire crews respond to west London, Ont. apartment unit twice Sunday morning

London fire crews responded to a west London apartment building unit twice on Sunday morning for two separate incidents. But according to London Fire Department Platoon Chief Gary Mosburger, residents will have to wait in order to return to their units.
One person sent to hospital after three-vehicle crash in Wortley Village

Police continue to investigate after a three-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and two cars sent one person to hospital on Saturday afternoon.
An out of this world opportunity: Western students to launch mini satellite aboard SpaceX mission

Constructed by a team at London, Ont.’s Western University, a tiny satellite — roughly the size of a Rubik’s cube — will ride aboard a SpaceX mission bound for the International Space Station.

Winnipeg

'Such a proud day': Red River Metis vote on historic modern-day treaty

It was a historic day in Manitoba. From across Canada, an estimated 4,000 Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF) citizens showed up in person or online for an extraordinary general assembly.
Police investigating suspicious death at Portage Avenue motel
'It's very close to home': CancerCare Challenge for Life raises $1 million for cancer research in Manitoba

Kitchener

Multiple stations respond to Sunday morning fires in Wellington North

Wellington North Fire says around 60 firefighters from multiple stations were needed to knock down two early morning fires, which have caused estimated damages exceeding $1 million.
Fire at Kitchener business considered 'suspicious'

An early morning fire in the area of Madison Avenue and Mill Street in Kitchener is being treated as suspicious.
Increase in mosquitoes 'a trend' across Canada this year. Here's why

Mosquitoes have always been pesky, but this spring it seems the bloodsuckers are thirstier than ever, a trend one expert says is increasing.

Calgary

Dog jog raises funds for Calgary Humane Society

It seemed like everyone and their dog was out Saturday at North Glenmore Park.
Children learn market economics at Calgary bazaar

Forget the old lemonade stand idea: some kid entrepreneurs are coming up with creative ways to learn the ropes of business and make some money at the same time.
Boil water advisory lifted for 3 Calgary communities

A boil water advisory was lifted for the southwest Calgary community of Silverado Saturday night, but remains in effect for the communities of Yorkville and Belmont.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon students say high school is censoring Pride week

Students at a Catholic school in Saskatoon say their high school is restricting and censoring Pride week celebrations.
Riders release 22 from roster, including veteran RB Kienan LaFrance

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have updated their roster following their 2-0 performance in the 2023 pre-season.
Canada sticking with 2050 net zero targets, but progress may come faster than expected, minister says

Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson says the federal government is not ruling out finding ways to achieve net zero sooner than the existing 2050 goal, but would not say whether there would be a definitive commitment to move up the target.

Edmonton

Wildfire situation improving, Alberta no longer in state of emergency

Alberta is no longer under a provincial state of emergency.
Identity, not ideology, key to Alberta political divide, survey suggests

The internet memes starting meme-ing within days of Monday's Alberta provincial election and the comments reflect concerns that the province is becoming increasingly polarized.
'Some hugs and some paint': Local artists rally around painter after fire destroys artwork

A local artist is starting from scratch after a fire burnt down his garage with his supplies and artwork inside.

Vancouver

Man drowns in North Vancouver lake

A 26-year-old man drowned in North Vancouver's Rice Lake Saturday afternoon.
Toddler nearly drowns in Cultus Lake

A young boy has been hospitalized after falling into Cultus Lake earlier this week.
BASE jumper rescued from Stawamus Chief after crashing into cliff

A BASE jumper was rescued from a ledge after he crashed on the Stawamus Chief Saturday morning.

Regina

Riders release 22 from roster, including veteran RB Kienan LaFrance

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have updated their roster following their 2-0 performance in the 2023 pre-season.
Environment Canada warns of potential for severe thunderstorms across Saskatchewan

Canada's national weather service is yet again warning Saskatchewan residents of the threat of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes across the province.
Canada sticking with 2050 net zero targets, but progress may come faster than expected, minister says

Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson says the federal government is not ruling out finding ways to achieve net zero sooner than the existing 2050 goal, but would not say whether there would be a definitive commitment to move up the target.

What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: March 31 to April 2

What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: March 31 to April 2

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WATCH | Wind turbine blaze 'contained' north of Goderich, Ont.