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Dollarama isn’t just expanding—it’s becoming the everyday convenience hub for Canadians, with plans to hit 2,200 stores by 2034 and analysts predicting even bigger growth. Their secret? Tiny footprints that pop up everywhere, turning spontaneous errands into regular visits. With consumables now driving nearly half their sales, they’re redefining themselves as the go-to for snacks, cleaning, and es...

A father of two, Alex Shved, is racing against time as he battles stage four melanoma that’s spread to his bones and lungs. With a promising but unapproved treatment—TIL therapy—on the horizon, he’s locked in a fierce fight not just with cancer, but with Canada’s broken healthcare system. Denied out-of-country coverage by Ontario, he’s now pursuing judicial review, arguing that waiting years for p...

Mark Carney’s high-stakes Saudi Arabia trip marks a dramatic reset in Canada-Saudi relations, turning past diplomatic frost into a booming trade and investment push. After a 2018 rupture over human rights and a 2023 ambassadorial thaw, Carney is now signing deals and meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and top Saudi business leaders — including Aramco and Ma’aden chiefs — to unlock oppor...

Saanich council just approved youth-driven transit and E&N rail priorities — a major win for young residents — but the formal youth advisory council is on hold until after the October 17th civic election. Frustrated teens like 18-year-old Gus Kirby, part of an unofficial but active youth group, argue their voices should be heard now, especially on issues like affordable transit and reconciliation....

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A charming Instagram account called “six missed connections” turns everyday No. 6 bus rides in Victoria, Canada, into a modern-day literary treasure hunt. Inspired by old-school newspaper ads, it anonymously shares weekly stories of strangers—romantic, friendly, or just admiring—caught in fleeting moments on public transit. From someone with “green low lights in their hair” to a patchwork jean jac...

Montreal’s weather is turning damp again—thunderstorms are back this Thursday with cloudy skies, temps hitting 26°C (feeling like 32°C due to humidity), and showers all day. Environment Canada says major damage is unlikely, but keep an umbrella handy. Overnight lows dip to 19°C with lingering showers. Stay weather-aware—rain affects everything from commutes to outdoor plans. Listen in comfort: Get...

Tensions in the Middle East are reigniting global market jitters as U.S.-Iran clashes escalate after Trump’s ceasefire call-off, sending oil prices tumbling and stocks swinging wildly across continents — while Broadcom’s Apple deal sparks a rare tech rally on Wall Street. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai T...

Sixteen children were rescued from horrific, years-long confinement in a single, filthy room in Hamden, Ohio — a shocking case of extreme neglect that led to the arrest of four adults. Now, the focus is on the children’s recovery and holding perpetrators accountable, as authorities work to uncover the full scope of abuse in this devastating case. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:...

Canadian homeowners are sounding the alarm after paying tens of thousands for unfinished renovations by contractor David Wolf, whose company mysteriously shut down and rebranded — leaving victims stranded, tradespeople unpaid, and families facing financial ruin. The ripple effect is devastating: parents tapped savings and education funds, workers lost jobs, and Wolf remains silent despite investig...

A 32-year-old man was found conscious but stabbed in Ville-Marie around 3 AM—his life is stable, but the attack’s location and motive remain unclear. Police are scouring surveillance footage to reconstruct the armed assault, with no suspects identified yet. Authorities urge anyone with info to come forward as the investigation unfolds. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://sol...

D Spot Dessert Café, Canada’s beloved sweet spot with 55+ locations, just dropped its first U.S. outpost in Dallas—chosen for its booming food scene and diverse crowds. Beyond just desserts, they’re serving burgers, fries, and build-your-own sundaes with premium ingredients like homemade ice cream and Belgian chocolate, turning every visit into a full-day social experience. Dallas is just the begi...

Anchovies, the tiny fish nobody eats, are quietly driving up grocery prices—because they’re the secret ingredient in fishmeal that feeds farmed salmon, pigs, and chickens. Overfishing and strict quotas in key fishing nations like Peru have slashed anchovy supplies, creating a shortage that’s rippling through the food chain. With no perfect plant-based substitute yet, farmed fish lose nutritional v...

Three Peel Regional Police officers suspended in a major corruption probe have been cleared and reinstated — never publicly named, never arrested — as new court documents reveal their involvement in “Project South,” with one even tied to the force’s internal standards unit. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai...

Two major Quebec sovereignist parties, Québec solidaire and the Parti Québécois, are unveiling starkly different visions for an independent Quebec—both agree on separation from Canada, but diverge sharply on how to build the new nation. Québec solidaire envisions a radical, decolonized society co-created with First Nations from day one, centered on a constituent assembly, climate justice, and bold...

Fort McMurray just got its first-ever Winners and HomeSense store — a massive 42,500 sq ft anchor in the new Parsons Creek Town Centre, set to rival the nearby Walmart Supercentre and become the region’s biggest retail hub. Designed to keep spending local, the development responds to community demand, with surveys naming these brands top priorities. Serving 70% of the city, it’s poised to create j...

Three Indian-linked crime syndicates, allegedly run from behind bars by jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, face dropped but serious charges including murder, extortion, and racketeering — with U.S. and Canadian authorities linking them to the 2023 assassination of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Operation Hard Ball targeted 37 defendants, exposing global networks built through smuggled phones...

Coyotes in Vancouver’s Stanley Park went from rare threats to frequent aggressors between late 2020 and early 2021, with 45 attacks leading to 11 coyotes being euthanized — a shocking spike blamed on lockdowns, overcrowded parks, and human feeding that broke the animals’ natural fear of people. Researchers found solo runners were most at risk, while cyclists and groups stayed safer. The solution?...

Nurses across BC are escalating their job action, with picket lines now at Vancouver General and set to expand to Surrey Memorial, as they push for better wages, retention, and safety amid a staffing crisis. Despite threats of discipline and license risks, the union insists patient care remains a top priority — with emergency services open and most programs running normally. Over 50,000 nurses vot...

Meta’s $13 billion AI data center in Alberta is set to become Canada’s largest tech investment, powering the AI boom with 1,800 megawatts of energy — but not without controversy. While the province celebrates 3,000 construction jobs and 300 permanent roles, critics question reliance on fossil fuels, raise concerns about infrasound and water use despite Meta’s dry-cooling tech, and urge a stronger...

A B.C. Supreme Court judge just handed victims of a decade-long real estate Ponzi scheme a major win—ordering that millions paid to “net winners” be clawed back, speeding up payouts for the hundreds of victims still struggling to recover their lost life savings. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an...

Egypt’s football federation is furious after their World Cup loss to Argentina, blaming referees for “blatant errors” and “discrimination,” and demanding the entire officiating crew be expelled from the tournament. They’ve formally complained to FIFA over a disallowed goal and a missed penalty they believe VAR ignored, accusing officials of biased calls that favored Argentina — even suggesting ext...

Alberta’s new auditor general, Phil Peters, is diving deep into multi-million dollar health-care contract allegations that sparked national concern — and he’s vowed to deliver a full, transparent report by year’s end. Taking over from Doug Wylie, who offered to stay on to finish the probe, Peters has made this procurement review his top priority, despite the complexity and mountain of records invo...

FIFA President Gianni Infantino may face fresh scrutiny from the International Olympic Committee after human rights group FairSquare plans to file a complaint alleging he violated political neutrality rules—most notably through his public support for former President Donald Trump and the controversial awarding of a FIFA Peace Prize to him. The group, which previously challenged FIFA’s ethics proce...

Justin Bone, accused in the Edmonton Chinatown killings, claims he has no memory of the fatal assaults four years ago, blaming heavy meth use, hallucinations, and paranoia. He described wandering the city, seeing magpies, believing he was being followed, and being turned away from a detox center—his next clear memory being waking up on a warehouse roof near Rogers Place. He denies recognizing Chin...