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5 best student cities in Canada for Indians; check their monthly costs of living

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Canada provides high-quality education through its renowned universities, which excel in academic programmes and research opportunities, frequently ranking high on international scales. In addition to that, the country’s liberal immigration policies, such as the Post-Graduation Work Permit Programme (PGWPP), allows international students, including those from India, to gain valuable work experience after graduation, which often … Read more

Toronto Police On Home Invasions: ‘Leave Your Car Keys By The Door – That’s All They Want!’

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A police officer from Toronto has offered unique advice to local residents regarding the protection of vehicles amidst a rise in auto theft-related home invasions. Auth theft has become a major issue in the Canadian capital as city statistics shows that in 2023, there were nearly 12,000 car thefts. This equated to over 30 thefts … Read more

As Lynx heads to the discount airline graveyard, what options do travellers have?

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Less than two years after entering the market, Lynx Air is winding down operations, making the Calgary-based airline the latest in a long line of Canadian discount carriers that have failed to take off. The company — which rebranded from “Enerjet” in 2021 — cited rising operational costs, high fuel prices, unfavourable exchange rates, increased airport charges and … Read more

Maple Leafs fan ripped for throwing elderly man’s fedora on ice during hat trick

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This fan deserved a penalty. A rowdy Toronto Maple Leafs fan snatched a longtime season ticket holder’s expensive hat off his head and sailed it across to the ice after a hat trick, all to the displeasure of the cap’s rightful owner and NHL fans alike. John Hamilton, 73, was enjoying the second period of … Read more

A wedding party had their suitcases ransacked. They want Sunwing to take responsibility

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Lisa and Dave Parsons were in Jamaica for their son’s destination wedding, a week-long dream vacation that was picture perfect — until they unpacked their bags. Travelling with 40 wedding guests from Ocho Rios, Jamaica, to Lindsay, Ont., on Monday, the couple says that nearly half the group had expensive gadgets, fragrances and clothing stolen … Read more

Getting to Devon Island in Canada’s Far North was so hard, it felt like traveling to the moon

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I’ve been very fortunate as a documentary and adventure series filmmaker, having the opportunity to travel all over Canada and the world doing what I love. But my latest project sent me on a mission to a lunar landscape in Canada’s Far North — one of the most difficult places I’ve ever had to reach.  … Read more

‘Shocking’: Air Canada CEO blasted over accessibility services at House committee

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Lawmakers took Air Canada’s CEO to task on Monday over “shocking” and “scandalous” failures to accommodate passengers living with disabilities. At a House of Commons committee hearing on services for Canadians with disabilities, chief executive Michael Rousseau faced a barrage of questions over reports of passenger mistreatment during the past year. Vice-chair Tracy Gray cited … Read more

World Cup to boost Toronto, Vancouver tourism, but how much is unclear

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Toronto and Vancouver are set to get a tourism boost from the World Cup, but experts say fans and planners alike should be wary of overly rosy projections. FIFA announced on Sunday the two cities will host a combined total of 13 games, including Toronto hosting Canada’s first ever men’s World Cup match. Toronto Mayor … Read more

Canada to stage 13 games at 2026 FIFA World Cup between Toronto and Vancouver

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Canada will host 13 of the 104 games at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with seven in Vancouver and six in Toronto. As expected, the U.S. will stage the lion’s share of the action — with 78 games — at the expanded 48-team soccer showcase. Like Canada, Mexico will host 13 games. The 2026 tournament will … Read more

Air Canada Passenger Falls Out Of Plane After Opening Cabin Door, Sustains Injuries

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An Air Canada passenger sustained injuries after they opened a cabin door and plunged onto the tarmac. The incident happened on Jan. 8 when the Air Canada plane, a Boeing 777, was sitting on the tarmac at Toronto Pearson International Airport and was preparing to take-off for Dubai. Air Canada’s spokesperson said the passenger “boarded … Read more