A Calgary-based distillery faces a setback after the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) ordered the removal of select popular spirits from store shelves due to labeling concerns.Bridgeland Distillery’s Key Products AffectedBridgeland Distillery, operational for seven years, produces acclaimed brandies and whiskies. Among them, Berbon—a corn mash spirit sourced from Taber, Alberta—and a one-year-aged Taber corn mash spirit, which does not qualify as whisky under regulations requiring three years of aging. These products account for roughly 50 percent of the distillery’s sales.The CFIA Inspection ProcessOn June 27, 2025, distillery owners learned of an anonymous complaint prompting a CFIA inspection. Officials examined…
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Ontario native and alleged cocaine kingpin Ryan Wedding played no role in the Mexican operation that killed cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, his lawyer maintains. Speculation arose online due to the timing: Mexican forces eliminated the drug lord exactly one month after authorities detained Wedding in Mexico and transferred him to U.S. custody.”There is zero connection between Mr. Wedding and the action,” Anthony Colombo, Wedding’s California-based attorney, stated.Details of the Mexican OperationMexican officials tracked Oseguera based on a tip from an associate of one of his romantic partners, supported by U.S. intelligence. Both Wedding and Oseguera…
A 25-year-old Hamilton man found not criminally responsible for stabbing his teenage cousin to death at a family barbecue faces indefinite detention at a psychiatric hospital. Ontario Review Board Orders Continued Custody The Ontario Review Board has ruled that Laureano Bistoyong must remain at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton’s West 5th Campus Forensic Psychiatry Program. The decision, issued on February 18, mandates annual reviews and restricts his movements to essential medical, dental, legal, or compassionate outings, always escorted by staff. Community access requires board approval and indirect supervision, with police notified of any departures. Fatal Stabbing at Family Gathering On Canada…
More than a dozen communities in northern Ontario are under extreme cold warnings, with wind chills dropping to between -40°C and -50°C expected Monday night through Tuesday morning.Warnings Cover Wide AreaEnvironment and Climate Change Canada issued yellow-level warnings Monday morning, classifying the impact as moderate with high forecast confidence. “A period of very cold wind chills is expected,” the warnings state. “The coldest wind chill values are expected for areas close to James Bay and Hudson Bay.”Affected communities include Attawapiskat, Fort Albany, Fort Hope (Lansdowne House, Ogoki), Fort Severn, Fraserdale (Pledger Lake), Kapuskasing (Hearst, Smooth Rock Falls), Kirkland Lake (Englehart),…
A deadly two-vehicle collision on Highway 8 near Cambridge, Ontario, resulted in one fatality. The incident unfolded around 5:40 p.m. on Sunday near Lyndon Road in Hamilton.Victim and Injury DetailsA 27-year-old man from Cambridge died at the scene. Officials confirmed that a 69-year-old man from Hamilton suffered non-life-threatening injuries and received hospital treatment.Authorities stated: “A 27-year-old male from Cambridge was pronounced deceased at the scene, and a 69-year-old male from Hamilton was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.”Highway Impact and InvestigationHighway 8 closed for several hours that evening to allow investigators to examine the scene but has fully reopened.…
Rajon Rondo transitions from NBA courts to flag football fields, securing the top quarterback ranking in the United States. The former NBA champion reaches this milestone following his 2022 retirement, coinciding with flag football’s upcoming Olympic debut at the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles. From NBA Champion to Flag Football Leader Rondo concludes a distinguished 16-year NBA career with two championships—one with the Boston Celtics in 2008 and another with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020. As a four-time All-Star and three-time assists leader, he earns acclaim as one of the league’s sharpest point guards. Post-retirement, Rondo excels in…
School bus drivers employed by Alouette Bus Lines in Sturgeon Falls, Ontario, prepare to vote on a potential strike this Monday morning. The decision by 80 members of USW Local 2020 could disrupt routes for approximately 2,000 students across North Bay, West Nipissing, Parry Sound, and surrounding areas. Union Calls Offer Insufficient The employer presented its final proposal to the bargaining committee late Friday, but wages remain well below the local minimum livable standard, according to Stephanie Gunson, president of USW Local 2020. The proposed raise amounts to $2.69 per hour for drivers. Gunson noted that the union recommends rejecting…
Emma Raducanu prepares to conclude her eight-year sponsorship with Nike and join Uniqlo, as the Japanese clothing brand hints at the partnership through social media teasers.Nike Deal BackgroundRaducanu signed with Nike at age 15, years before her 2021 US Open triumph. She has donned their apparel in major tennis events. Recent financial adjustments by Nike in tennis sponsorships have led to reduced support for top players, including Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka, and Jannik Sinner.Uniqlo Teaser Signals Imminent AnnouncementSpeculation intensified late last year about Raducanu’s potential move to Uniqlo. The brand recently shared a social media post featuring a female athlete—believed…
Avocado toast remains a breakfast staple, yet it often feels repetitive and costly due to rising produce prices. Savory breakfast fans have a compelling alternative: lima beans on toast deliver a silky smooth texture, savory profile, and subtle fruity notes that many describe as “shockingly delicious.” Why Choose Lima Beans Over Avocado? This swap revitalizes morning meals with a spread that mimics avocado’s creaminess at a fraction of the cost. Food experts at Sauce Stache highlight its benefits: “This dish turns out phenomenal, and it’s low in net carbs, high in fibre, and protein. It also plays a pretty important…
Yukon University and the Yukon Employees’ Union plan to resume negotiations this week to prevent a potential labour disruption. The union secured a strike mandate in January, paving the way for possible job action starting March 2.Key Disagreements in Wage TalksThe collective agreement between the university, the Public Service Alliance of Canada, and the Yukon Employees’ Union expired in June 2024. Interim President Shelagh Rowles confirmed that bargaining sessions are scheduled from Monday through Wednesday. She noted significant gaps in wage proposals, with the union seeking a 17.5 percent increase while the university faces a mandate limiting raises to 11…