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'Gold standard': Plane spotters in Calgary hope for glimpse of Air Force 1 at G7

'Gold standard': Plane spotters in Calgary hope for glimpse of Air Force 1 at G7

CALGARY — Airplane enthusiasts are setting up at the Calgary International Airport in hopes of seeing some exciting aircraft land for the start of the G7 leaders' summit in nearby Kananaskis, Alta.
Tariffs, wildfires and AI on the agenda as Canada hosts world leaders at G7

Tariffs, wildfires and AI on the agenda as Canada hosts world leaders at G7

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has tried to pare down Canada's priorities as the G7 summit host, but there's still a lengthy list of global issues for leaders to discuss over the coming days.
Dreaming of a lakeside cottage but can't afford it? Co-ownership could open that door

Dreaming of a lakeside cottage but can't afford it? Co-ownership could open that door

A lakeview cottage with cosy rooms, a sandy beach nearby and a dock to gaze into the sunset was the dream for Corrine Evanoff. "For years, I've been on this journey of trying to find a cottage that would work for us," she said.
Leaders on Canada's expanded G7 guest list to tackle climate, economy and security

Leaders on Canada's expanded G7 guest list to tackle climate, economy and security

OTTAWA — Canada is bringing the world to Alberta for the G7 leaders summit in Kananaskis.
Dollarama-sold Oracare Baby Brush toothbrush recalled for choking hazard

Dollarama-sold Oracare Baby Brush toothbrush recalled for choking hazard

Health Canada has recalled a baby toothbrush sold in Dollarama stores across the country due to a possible choking hazard.
Amid upheaval abroad, universities urge Ottawa, Quebec to invest in attracting talent

Amid upheaval abroad, universities urge Ottawa, Quebec to invest in attracting talent

MONTREAL — Four major Quebec universities are proposing initiatives to make the province a landing spot for high-level researchers and urged the federal and provincial government to step up at a unique moment to attract talent from around the globe.
WestJet hit with 'cybersecurity incident,' says operations running safely

WestJet hit with 'cybersecurity incident,' says operations running safely

WestJet says a "cybersecurity incident" is affecting access to some of its servers and software systems. The Calgary-based airline says its operations are nonetheless running safely, and they have not been affected by the incident.
As Trump heads to the G7, Canada hopes to avoid another Charlevoix-style eruption

As Trump heads to the G7, Canada hopes to avoid another Charlevoix-style eruption

OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump is set to arrive Sunday in Alberta for the G7 summit — his first visit to Canada since leaving in a huff seven years ago.
Home owned by family of UBC and Vancouver Coastal Health embezzler up for sale

Home owned by family of UBC and Vancouver Coastal Health embezzler up for sale

A real estate listing for a $2-million property in North Vancouver says the home has been excellently maintained and is on an attractive street. It doesn't mention it's a forced sale involving an embezzler and a years-long legal battle.
Airbnb says thousands of B.C. reservations at risk, blaming 'rushed' rental rules

Airbnb says thousands of B.C. reservations at risk, blaming 'rushed' rental rules

Property owners have reported that typos and formatting errors have prevented them from registering with the province, despite meeting all the legal criteria for hosting short-term rentals.