Innovation Is Multiplication. Canada Keeps Doing Addition.
By Qi Wu, senior advisor on strategy and innovation Of the patents produced at Toronto’s Vector Institute and Montreal’s Mila — two of Canada’s crown-jewel AI institutes — only about 7 percent are held in the Canadian private sector. Roughly three-quarters have left the country. The largest foreign holders are Uber, Disney, and Nvidia. Notice […]
Online Entertainment Platforms Canadians Are Talking About
The digital scene across Canada has changed quite a bit over the last few years. While gaming used to be something you did on your own, the trend lately is all about social ties and shared moments. From the Maritimes out to British Columbia, Canadians are looking for digital spaces that offer more than just […]
‘Jackass: Best and Last’ Review: Pain, Chaos, and a Wild Farewell
Synopsis: Follows the Jackass crew as they perform their final series of dangerous stunts and pranks, marking the end of the franchise. Director: Jeff Tremaine Stars: Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Chris Pontius Back in 2000, a little MTV series called Jackass debuted with a premise so unbelievably simple that nobody could have predicted the cultural phenomenon […]
Prediction Markets Go Mainstream in Canada
Wealthsimple just received regulatory approval to offer prediction market trading to its four million Canadian customers. Interactive Brokers Canada beat them to it last year. Questrade is expected to follow before summer ends. Canada’s retail investing establishment has decided prediction markets are real, and they are all moving at once. The platform that changed that […]
Kuala Lumpur is Preparing for a Big Southeast Asia Esports Tournament in 2026
The Malaysian capital city has been grabbing some attention in the competitive gaming sphere after Kuala Lumpur announced its plans for hosting one of the biggest esports tournaments in 2026. In terms of participants, it is believed that the city will host the leading teams representing different Southeast Asian nations, who will compete in several […]
Canadian Destinations? Forget-About-It
Who truly wants to play in Ottawa? Or Winnipeg? Calgary . . . Edmonton . . . Vancouver? What about those sainted burgs of Montreal or Toronto? Not many. The reality of today’s NHL, as we crest and eventually pass the arrival of the league’s free agency period, seems to have been altered. If you’re […]
Top Films of 2026 So Far: The Year’s Must‑Watch Movies
With the year already halfway through, it’s the perfect moment to reflect on some of the standout films that have hit theatres in 2026. This isn’t a ranking of the films; they appear in alphabetical order. What each movie has in common is that it stayed with me long after the credits rolled, whether through […]
Supergirl Soars… But Can She Beat Superhero Burnout?
Synopsis: Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl, joins forces with an unlikely companion on an interstellar journey of vengeance and justice when an unexpected adversary strikes too close to home. Director: Craig Gillespie Stars: Milly Alcock, David Corenswet, Eve Ridley, Jason Momoa There are plenty of reasons to get excited about seeing a movie. Sometimes it’s because […]
Why Schick Belongs in Your Summer Get-Ready Routine
Summer has a way of making every plan feel a little more skin-forward. Patio nights, beach days, music festivals, weddings, cottage weekends, and last-minute trips all come with the same question: is your skin ready? For more than 100 years, Schick has been designing razors with skin in mind. The brand’s latest focus brings that […]
Key Elements Players Seek in Online Sic Bo Casino Experiences
Online Sic Bo appeals to players looking for a dynamic, social table game that combines straightforward gameplay with diverse betting options and engaging visuals. Successful platforms strike a balance between simplicity and variety, delivering clear information, smooth pacing, and dependable streaming. This article explores the core features that influence player choice and encourage ongoing engagement […]
Alberta Online Betting Goes Live July 13 And Here’s Why Ottawa Hockey Fans Should Care
The Prairies are hopping into the online gambling arena. While oil is making its way west, Ottawa’s hockey fans have a ray of hope. Here’s a breakdown of how Alberta’s launch operates, and how to use it to get your bets ready for the Senators. Alberta finally pulled the trigger on regulated online gambling, opening […]
Ottawa’s Lisa‑Gay Tremblay Returns Home with ‘Unretired’, a Comedy Comeback That Redefines Life at 67
A beloved Ottawa comedian celebrates her new album and a career reborn, proving that creativity does not come with an expiry date Lisa‑Gay Tremblay is a local Ottawa comedy icon who has performed on stages across Canada and the United States for decades. The release of her new comedy album, Unretired, is rapidly approaching, and […]
Why 24 Sussex Matters: The Future of Canada’s Official Prime Minister’s Residence
For more than a decade, Canada has allowed the official residence of its prime minister to sit vacant and deteriorate. What should be one of our country’s most recognizable national symbols has instead become an international embarrassment. It is time to restore 24 Sussex Drive. This should never have become a partisan issue. The residence […]
‘Little Brother’ Review: The Summer Comedy That Delivers the Laugh You Needed
Synopsis: A famous real estate agent’s life is disrupted when his eccentric little brother unexpectedly reappears. Director: Matt Spicer Stars: John Cena, Eric Andre, Michelle Monaghan You have to hand it to John Cena, he has really made the transition from WWE superstar to actor seamlessly. He is quietly developing an impressive résumé that bounces […]
6 Best EOR Services in Canada
Hiring across Canada without a local entity is harder than most companies expect. EOR services in Canada aren’t just about running payroll — they’re about staying clean with the CRA, filing T4S correctly, and handling the fact that Quebec operates under an entirely different legal framework than the other nine provinces. Getting employment standards right […]
Step Into the Past: Discover Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown in Colonial Virginia
Long before there was the United States, there was Jamestown, Virginia. Originally established as a for-profit venture by the Virginia Company of London in 1607, the colony became a royal possession just 17 years later when King James I revoked the company’s charter and declared Virginia Crown land. The English had officially joined the French […]
Institute for Public Affairs Montreal Gathering Sends a National Message in the Fight Against Antisemitism
A landmark gathering in Montreal last week brought together political, civic, and cultural leaders to affirm a shared Canadian commitment to confronting antisemitism with unity, courage, and moral clarity. Across Canada, communities are confronting a troubling rise in antisemitism, and the response has increasingly depended on local leadership stepping forward where national institutions have struggled. […]
Album Reviews: Jalen Ngonda, Tierra Whack, Pond
Jalen Ngonda – Doctrine of Love Wheaton, MD/England Bringing the feel of retro soul while adding his own heart and an authentic level of emotionality, Jalen Ngonda would easily make Marvin Gaye & co blush. Ngonda brings out tracks that transport you to an emotional high, and do the musical equivalent of time travelling you […]
The Beaverbrook’s Fall From Grace: When a Great Gallery Forgets What Greatness Requires
A gallery that built its reputation on substance just traded it for a headline The Beaverbrook Art Gallery is one of Canada’s cultural treasures. It has earned that status through decades of thoughtful curation, community engagement, and a collection that rivals institutions ten times its size. Which is why its decision to display a photograph […]
Vietnam’s Next-Generation Financial Gateway to Asia
Why the Vietnam International Financial Centre is emerging as a strategic opportunity for first movers By Ha Linh Pham At pivotal moments in economic history, the most compelling opportunities rarely appear when a market is already mature. They emerge earlier — when a new growth architecture is being built, when institutions are taking shape, and […]
2026 FIFA World Cup: How far can Canada go?
The World Cup is now in full swing, and the nations of Canada, the United States and Mexico are all deep in World Cup fever. After a difficult first game that resulted in Canada drawing 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Maple Leafs exploded into life in their second game of the tournament, beating Qatar […]
What It Actually Costs to Own an Older Home in a Canadian City
Buying an older home in a Canadian city feels like a win at first. The character, the established neighbourhood, the price that looks reasonable by today’s standards. Then the first few years happen, and the real education begins. Here is what the actual numbers look like, and where the surprises tend to cluster. The Gap […]
The Research Habits Behind Choosing an Online Casino in Canada
Nobody buys a car after looking at one advertisement, and nobody books a holiday without comparing prices. Online casinos are heading in the same direction. Today’s players arrive with questions, expectations, and a browser full of research. The first decision often happens long before the first deposit is made. Canadians research almost everything before spending […]
The health case for regulated online casino access in Canada: harm reduction over an unenforceable ban
The instinct to restrict access to online gambling is understandable. Problem gambling causes measurable harm — to individuals, families, and the healthcare system. If online casinos were simply unavailable, that harm would presumably be reduced. The argument is clean, intuitive, and practically useless, because the premise is false. Online gambling is not something that can […]
What Are Western Incubators Incubating? China is Building Companies, Canada is Hosting Wellness Workshops
By Chris Pereira Walk into a “startup incubator” at a major Canadian university and take a look around. What do you see? In the daytime, people mull around well-supplied kitchenettes in the co-working space. Teams meetings abound, as many professors work from home Wednesday-Thursday-Friday (WTF) and in the evenings, white-haired professors give self-aggrandizing speeches and […]
