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A Brampton man, Guramrit Sidhu, just got a 20-year sentence for orchestrating a massive drug trafficking ring that moved $17 million worth of drugs from the U.S. to Canada in just one month. He admitted guilt in a plea deal, confessing to leading a sprawling criminal enterprise that shipped over 500kg of meth and 300kg of cocaine via semi-trucks, using coded phone numbers and bills to coordinate c...

Beef buyers since 2015, take note: a potential $8 million settlement looms after JBS and National Beef face accusations of price-fixing in Canada. Filed in 2022, the class-action lawsuit alleges these companies colluded to limit supply and inflate prices. While the companies aren’t admitting fault, court approval is still pending—with hearings scheduled in BC and Quebec. Crucially, this settlement...

Montreal’s Italian Contemporary Film Festival is back with free outdoor screenings every Wednesday through August 26th at Park Dante, featuring Italian cinema with French or English subtitles—and yes, you guessed it: pasta, gelato, and wine are on the menu. This isn’t just a film festival—it’s a vibrant Italian piazza experience designed to bring communities together. Highlights include the sports...

British Columbia just hit a major milestone — the lowest number of suspected toxic drug deaths in years, down over 50% from pandemic-era highs. This marks the first time since before the pandemic that numbers have dipped this low, despite a decade-long public health emergency. Most victims — 76% male, over two-thirds aged 30 to 59 — are still disproportionately impacted. Fluorofentanyl was found i...

Quebec’s population is set to dip slightly over the next three years before leveling off, with steepest declines in northern regions like Côte-Nord and Gaspésie, while Quebec City and Chaudière-Appalaches see growth—driven by slowing immigration and targeted regional incentives, with Quebec City projected to lead the demographic surge by 2051. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: ht...

Montreal’s housing crisis is hitting hard: 71 households remain in emergency shelter—nearly double from last year—after Quebec’s July 1 moving day left many without homes. With soaring prices and a market worse than in 30 years, even condos are now less affordable than Toronto’s. While advocates see temporary aid as a win over homelessness, they warn urgent action is needed for permanent, affordab...

At the NATO summit in Ankara, leaders walked away with a surprise: custom-engraved .357 magnum revolvers, Turkish-made Sarsilmaz copies of the Colt Python, each bearing their names. Prime Minister Mark Carney joked that his maple syrup gift felt outclassed, and confirmed the RCMP now holds his revolver—decommissioned and destined for a museum as a diplomatic artifact. While NATO focused on boostin...

Quebec’s population may dip slightly by 2029, but don’t panic—it’s more about redistribution than decline. While Montreal shrinks and northern regions like Côte-Nord and Gaspésie face drops, Quebec City and Chaudière-Appalaches are set for strong growth. The province’s strategy? Deliberately shifting people to underpopulated areas to create a more balanced, vibrant future across the entire region....

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney makes history as the first PM in 26 years to visit Saudi Arabia, forging a new chapter in ties with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. They inked a defense and trade coordination pact, signaling a pragmatic pivot away from past confrontations — including the 2018 fallout over jailed activists that led to expulsions and threats. Carney argues that moral lectures w...

A Canadian judge has struck down a controversial rule that silenced travelers from sharing outcomes of their airline complaints, calling it a “gag order” that violated freedom of expression. Airlines like Air Canada and WestJet had defended the secrecy, citing privacy and commercial concerns, but Justice Charles Hackland found no evidence the rule was necessary. Advocates hailed the ruling as a wi...

Canada’s not buying the IOC’s new softening stance on Russian athletes. While the International Olympic Committee hints at easing suspension rules for 2028, allowing Russian competitors under strict conditions — including potential flag and anthem bans — Canada’s Minister of Sport Adam van Koeverden is firmly against it. He insists Canadian government-funded events will remain off-limits to Russia...

Summer House is heading north—Bravo’s hit reality show is getting a Canadian makeover, swapping the Hamptons for Muskoka, Ontario, with a ten-episode run set to drop on Hayu in 2027. Produced by Lark Productions (creators of The Real Housewives of Vancouver), this international spin promises the same chaotic charm, friendships, and drama—all with a distinctly Canadian twist. With the original show...

A heartbreaking crash near the Confederation Bridge in New Brunswick took the lives of two paramedics, Jenna Croucher and Mike MacKenzie, along with a 77-year-old patient. Jenna’s father, also a paramedic and MLA, praised her as a kind, loyal, and brave soul who made a profound difference. Colleagues remember her warmth, laughter, and unwavering compassion. The first responder community is reeling...

A commercial truck at the Peace Bridge border crossing turned into a major bust when authorities discovered a 63-year-old Canadian man hiding in the sleeper cab—charged with alien smuggling, facing up to 10 years and a quarter-million-dollar fine. The truck’s Romanian driver, 34, also faces charges for evading immigration checks. Both are in custody after their first court appearance. This inciden...

Quebec’s making a big move starting July 15th—ditching the QST on everyday treats like ice cream, doughnuts, pastries, and even toilet paper, permanently. This isn’t a temporary fix, but a permanent tax relief aimed at easing household budgets. Families with kids could save around $50 a year. But there are rules: ice cream must be under 500g/ml, pastries under 230g and sold individually or in pack...

Quebec is cracking down hard on truck driver safety, especially for Ontario newcomers — starting Thursday, inexperienced Ontario drivers must pass Quebec’s own tests to get a Class 1 license, or face mandatory training after two failures. This follows Ontario’s Auditor General exposing major training and oversight gaps, with Quebec’s tougher standards even being touted as a national model. The pro...

Jannik Sinner dominates the spotlight at this year’s Montreal tournament, with rival Carlos Alcaraz sidelined by a lingering wrist injury — the only top-72 player skipping the event. Alcaraz, last seen in action in Barcelona, hasn’t played since April and is skipping Montreal entirely. With Djokovic and Sinner also absent last year, this time Sinner is the clear headliner, joined by defending cham...

A shocking data breach at Rosemere High School has sparked a class-action lawsuit against the Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board after an email leaked sensitive student info — names, birth dates, and social insurance numbers. Parents are demanding accountability, while the school board offers three years of credit monitoring and vows to overhaul data security. The fallout underscores urgent concerns...

Justin Baldoni finally breaks his silence on the two-year legal battle with Blake Lively, revealing the emotional toll and the injustice they endured — even as they celebrate a settlement. He and wife Emily thank fans for their support, explaining they stayed quiet to let justice unfold. Though grateful for the resolution, they stress it doesn’t undo the trauma, especially given how the case was w...

A heartbreaking case of intimate partner violence unfolds as Danielle Dobersheck, after bravely attempting to leave her abusive partner Cody Chubey, was fatally beaten during a motel encounter. Despite taking steps to distance herself—including blocking his number and deleting him from social media—Chubey manipulated her back into the relationship, leading to a violent confrontation where audio fr...

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Saudi Arabia to mend ties and boost trade, as regional tensions spike with Iran’s attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Canada has condemned the strikes, reaffirmed its commitment to regional security, and offered to assist with demining once peace returns. Foreign Minister Anita Anand met with her Saudi counterpart, stressing the need to keep the stra...

Pessamit’s historic vote this Sunday could reshape its future: the Aishkat Agreement offers $2.5 billion over 50 years from Hydro-Québec and Quebec, ending decades of legal battles—but critics warn it cedes future land and project rights. With 4,000 residents deciding, the deal balances cash, peace, and power—will the community trade sovereignty for security? Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a...

At 3 AM in Montreal’s Ville-Marie, cops found a 32-year-old man with serious upper-body cuts from an unexplained armed assault—no crime scene left behind, but he’s alive and has proof. Investigators are racing to find security footage and answers before any arrests are made. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.a...

A fire erupted early Thursday in a Scarborough apartment building near Victoria Park, trapping residents on balconies and forcing firefighters to conduct door-to-door evacuations as smoke billowed through multiple units. Two elderly women suffered serious injuries but are not in life-threatening condition. TTC buses provided temporary shelter as crews worked to contain the blaze, which originated...

Ottawa’s still reeling from the wild Canada Day storm that dumped over a foot of rain, flooding 4,500 homes and leaving behind a mess of debris. Crews have already hauled away 700+ tonnes of storm junk and are now making a second pass—so if you’ve got soaked items that can’t dry fast (like mattresses, books, or stuffed animals), toss them. Mold can start growing in just 48 hours, and health offici...