
A historic shift in provincial policy now permits Ontario retailers to open their doors on Victoria Day Monday. However, the Ford government insists that employee scheduling remains voluntary. What’s the overall vibe surrounding this policy shift? Kristy Cameron digs deeper with Julie Kwiecinski, the Director of Ontario Affairs at the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. Then, Andrew Pinsent drops by with a quick preview of CFRA Weekends. But first, we bring you up to speed on today’s top headlines.
May 15, 2026 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
A jockey can be seen in the barn area of a Winnipeg racetrack hitting a horse in a video shared by Animal Justice. Now, advocates are calling for in-stable cameras.
May 15, 2026 - 17:59 | Tavi Dhillon | Global News - Canada
Two men who were found guilty of wrongdoing have been stripped of their appointments to the Order of Canada, the country's highest civilian honour.
May 15, 2026 - 17:59 | Globalnews Digital | Global News - Canada
May 15, 2026 - 17:51 | Canadian Press Staff | The Globe and Mail
LAVAL, QUE. — Walk through the doors of Place Bell on a Montreal Victoire game day and you’ll often find the arena close to its 10,172-seat capacity, with maroon Marie-Philip Poulin jerseys filling the stands. Read More
May 15, 2026 - 17:37 | Natasha Baldin | Ottawa Citizen
May 15, 2026 - 17:32 | Alanna Smith | The Globe and Mail


