Unpublished Newswire

OTTAWA — As Toronto recorded the worst air quality in the world this week amid smoke from raging northern Ontario wildfires, Prime Minister Mark Carney defended against reporters’ questions over his climate priorities by pointing to his predecessor’s record. “Well, our government has reaped the results from the previous government, that’s the truth,” Carney said in French as reporters questioned why he’s backing a new oil pipeline from Alberta that climate-change activists say will make environmental problems worse. “This is not the result of the actions of our government,” he added...

At an event tonight, the City joined the ByWard Market District Authority in celebrating the official launch of ByWard Square – a new, open-air gathering space in the heart of the ByWard Market.  Designed to bring people together, ByWard Square is a seasonal placemaking initiative that introduces new gathering spaces, pop-ups, programming, seating, and family-friendly experiences to create a more vibrant, welcoming district. It features a wide range of enhancements, including: New seating and gathering areas, including additional shaded areas Family-friendly and interactive...