Quebec sidewalk study exposes urban planning priorities challenge

Sunday, May 4, 2025, 1:20 am more...

A recent study reveals that increasing sidewalk infrastructure significantly boosts pedestrian activity across Quebec municipalities. Critics decry the irony as municipal funds favor highway expansions over safe, walkable neighborhoods, leaving local residents to fend for their feet while urban planning seems fixated on fast lanes.

ottawacitizen.com / Gagnon: Moving away from a car-centric city requires better safety measures

lapresse.ca / Villes et municipalités | Plus de trottoirs, plus de marcheurs

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Winnipeg Transit Debuts Interactive Online Trip Planner Tool

Thursday, May 1, 2025, 6:21 pm more...

Winnipeg Transit has unveiled an interactive online tool that lets riders simulate and plan trips on its new primary transit network launching June 29. The digital preview offers schedules and route options, giving commuters a chance to navigate upcoming changes amid summer transit jitters.

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winnipegfreepress.com / Online tool lets transit riders take incoming spine-and-feeder network for a spin

globalnews.ca / Winnipeg launches online tool in advance of summer transit overhaul

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B.C. unveils legislation to fast track infrastructure projects

Thursday, May 1, 2025, 3:21 pm more...

B.C. officials have introduced bold legislative changes intended to expedite major public and private projects, including mines and natural resource developments. The new bill aims to cut red tape and accelerate economic growth, drawing both hope and skepticism from industry watchers.

globalnews.ca / B.C. unveils bill to fast track major projects

thestar.com / New B.C. legislation to speed up public and private projects, says minister

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Maisonneuve-Rosemont hospital mends after power outage disrupts vital services

Thursday, May 1, 2025, 1:21 pm more...

Following a disruptive power outage that damaged critical laboratory equipment at Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont, officials promise that repairs and infrastructure work will proceed “in due time.” The CAQ ministry’s assurance comes amid scrutiny over response delays and concerns about the impact on patient care services.

lapresse.ca / Panne de courant de mardi | Bris d’appareils à l’hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont

ledevoir.com / Les travaux à l’hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont se feront «en temps opportun», dit la CAQ

lapresse.ca / Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont | Les travaux se feront « en temps opportun », déclare Jonatan Julien

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Ontario Thunderstorm Causes Outages, Rapid Power Restoration Underway

Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 9:10 am more...

A severe thunderstorm tore through Ontario Tuesday evening, toppling trees and power lines, leaving thousands without power. In Toronto, dedicated crews raced against the clock to restore electricity by the following morning. The incident highlights both nature’s unpredictability and the swift, albeit weary, response of local utilities.

ottawacitizen.com / Horse rescued from fallen shed in Vars as storm cleanup continues

globalnews.ca / Thousands without power after Ontario thunderstorms

citynews.ca / Power restored to most customers after storm causes widespread outages in Toronto

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