https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/ Latest articles from Daily Hive Edmonton en-us © 2026 Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:06:39 GMT jsonfeed-to-rss 3.0.8 (https://github.com/bcomnes/jsonfeed-to-rss#readme) http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/canada-ireland-travel-advisory-november-2026 Irish Mae Silvestre Canada has issued a new update to its Ireland travel advisory, alerting Canadians to a potential safety risk in the popular European destination. On Friday, the Government of Canada added a new safety and security update to its travel advice for Ireland. Travellers are being notified of heightened security measures in Dublin during a “high-level event.” “From Nov. 10 to 13, 2026, local authorities will enact enhanced security measures in central Dublin during the European Political Community and EU Heads of State meetings,” reads the update. “Access to certain areas may be restricted during this time.” According to Ireland’s government website, around 50 heads of state or government are expected to arrive in Dublin for meetings over several days for “informal political and strategic discussions.” As a result, there will be an increased presence of security forces, and travellers are warned that access to certain areas may be restricted during this time. Tourists should follow instructions of local authorities, monitor local media for the latest information, and be prepared to adjust travel plans for possible disruptions. An Garda Síochána, Ireland’s National Police and Security Service, warns that road closures could affect pedestrian and vehicle traffic, as well as public transit. Canada’s travel advice for Ireland remains at level one, which means travellers should “take normal security precautions.” “Take precautions similar to those you would take in Canada,” reads the government website. “While no destination is completely risk-free, conditions are comparable to those in Canada, and routine vigilance is generally sufficient.” You might also like: - Want to travel for less? These nine destinations saw major flight price drops - 5 most magical Christmas towns in Canada - Canadians could be part of new class-action lawsuit filed against Loblaw https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canada-ireland-travel-advisory-november-2026 Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:06:39 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/canadas-best-customer-service-awards Natalia Buia Good customer service can make or break a business. In Canada, plenty of retailers, airlines, and service providers are being recognized for their outstanding care, and some of the companies taking home top honours might surprise you. Newsweek has released its annual list of Canada’s Best Customer Service 2027, in collaboration with Statista, a leading statistics ranking provider. The rankings recognize businesses that go above and beyond when it comes to keeping customers happy, whether they’re shopping in-store, browsing online, or reaching out for tech support. This year’s list features 426 winning companies across a whopping 116 categories. The results were based on surveyed consumers who have purchased products, used services or researched businesses within the past three years. Companies were scored on several factors, including communication, professional competence, customer focus, accessibility, and likelihood of recommendation. So, which Canadian brands are getting things right? Montreal-based Reitmans took the top spot in the apparel category with an impressive score of 86.55. The women’s clothing retailer also claimed first place in online apparel, suggesting its excellent customer service goes beyond its brick-and-mortar locations. Fellow Canadian fashion retailer Penningtons wasn’t far behind, landing in second place with 86.24 points. Meanwhile, popular women’s fashion retailer Aritzia had a somewhat surprising result. Despite its popularity across the country, the Canadian brand placed fourth in the women’s apparel category with a score of 85.18, so perhaps there’s room for improvement. Over in athletic apparel, Vancouver-based lululemon landed in fifth place with a score of 81.15, trailing American competitors Under Armour, Adidas, and Nike. When it comes to grocery shopping, IGA came out on top in the supermarket category with a score of 81.42. It managed to beat several familiar Canadian competitors, including Sobeys, Food Basics, Maxi, and No Frills. The winner in the superstore category should come as no surprise. Often crowned “the best grocery store in Canada,” Costco claimed best customer service with a score of 83.10, leaving Real Canadian Superstore and Walmart trailing behind. American conglomerate Starbucks outranked Canadian favourites Tim Hortons and Second Cup in the coffeehouse chains category. And Tims didn’t fare much better in the donut department, as American competitor Krispy Kreme took the top spot with 85.10 points. For online home stores, however, a Canadian name came out victorious. Canadian Tire earned first place with a score of 81.62 (Netflix host Rutledge Wood would be happy with this news), narrowly edging out the U.S.-founded Home Depot, which followed closely behind with 81.58. One of the more unexpected winners is within telecommunications. Montreal-based Videotron was named the internet service provider with the best customer service, earning an impressive 86.55 points. That’s way ahead of bigger competitors like Bell and Rogers, making this a bit of a David-versus-Goliath moment. Looking for a phone carrier that actually keeps its customers happy? Freedom Mobile took the top spot in its category with 81.06 points, beating out Virgin Mobile, Koodo, and Telus. And if you’re planning your next vacation, you might want to keep Air Transat in mind. The Montreal-based airline was crowned Canada’s top airline for customer service with a score of 81.74. Toronto’s Porter Airlines followed with 78.64, while Calgary-based WestJet landed third with an even 77 points. These are just a handful of the companies recognized this year. The rankings also cover everything from luxury hotels and spas to bookstores and, yes, even gas stations. Curious to see how your favourite brands performed? You can check out Newsweek’s full Canada’s Best Customer Service 2027 rankings on its website. You might also like: - Americans react to beloved Canadian T&T Supermarket's expansion - Formerly bankrupt Toys 'R' Us is coming back to Canada, but in a different way - Canadian Tire turns Hudson Williams' viral bag into a Christmas ornament https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canadas-best-customer-service-awards Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:31:19 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/international-destinations-flight-price-drops Natalia Buia Are you in desperate need of a vacation but worried your budget won’t stretch far enough? A new list of travel destinations that saw some of the biggest flight price drops could give you a little inspiration for your next getaway without breaking the bank. Ahead of Travel Tuesday on Dec. 1, new data from travel app Skyscanner has revealed nine destinations where average flight prices saw some of the biggest drops during last year’s shopping event. It is worth noting, though, that these were recorded before airlines began introducing major fuel surcharges in 2026, which have since driven up the cost of air travel. Tokyo, Japan, came out on top, with average flight prices dropping by 18 per cent compared with the previous 12-month average. If Japan has been sitting on your bucket list, this would be a good time to keep an eye on cheap flights. Casablanca, Morocco, and Rome, Italy, tied for second place, with average prices falling by 13 per cent. If you’re interested in flying to Morocco to explore its colourful markets or to Rome to explore the Colosseum, now might be your chance. Of course, if flights are getting a little bit more affordable, you have to be mindful of any additional tourist taxes. For instance, Canadians wanting to visit Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain have to pay a €2 (C$3.22) admission fee, introduced in February this year as a measure to help manage crowds. Meanwhile, as of July 1, Japan increased its international tourist tax and visa fees, adding to the cost of travelling to the country. Canadians may now face fees of up to JPY 3,000 (approximately C$27) to enter the country. Back to the travel app’s report, Barcelona, Spain, wasn’t far behind, with an average decrease of 12 per cent, while Taipei, Taiwan, rounded out the top five with an 11 per cent drop. Surprisingly, a couple of American spots made the cut. Phoenix, Arizona, and Orlando, Florida, were ranked due to average flight prices dropping by eight per cent and three per cent, respectively. Despite the price fix, the Sunshine State reported another sharp decline in Canadian tourists this year, as just 1.68 million Canadians travelled to Florida during the first six months of 2026, a 13.9 per cent drop from the same period last year. Here are the nine destinations that saw the biggest average flight price decreases during Travel Tuesday: 1. Tokyo, Japan: 18 per cent 2. Casablanca, Morocco: 13 per cent 3. Rome, Italy: 13 per cent 4. Barcelona, Spain: 12 per cent 5. Taipei, Taiwan: 11 per cent 6. Phoenix, U.S.: eight per cent 7. Lisbon, Portugal: seven per cent 8. Orlando, U.S.: three per cent 9. Hyderabad, India: three per cent Past price drops don’t guarantee the same deals this year. Skyscanner recommends keeping your travel dates flexible, setting price alerts and checking nearby airports to help find the best value. And remember: a cheap flight doesn’t always equal a cheap trip, so be sure to factor in baggage fees, cancellation fees and other pricey travel costs before booking your vacation. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/international-destinations-flight-price-drops Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:00:39 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/albertas-own-marketplace-canmore Laine Mitchell After nine years in operation, a beloved Canmore store will be closing its doors this weekend. In a Facebook post early last month, Alberta’s Own Marketplace co-owner Laura Bodell announced the closure. “It’s not the post I expected to make. But after nine incredible years, Alberta’s Own storefront in Canmore will be closing on Nov. 15.”  The store kicked off its closing sale on Thursday, Oct. 15, with the goal of setting its vendors up to financially survive the winter. While the storefront is closing, the business plans to go fully online in 2027.  The store began in a basement space in 2017 with just 35 vendors, and later expanded into a shop featuring over 400 Alberta entrepreneurs.  The store says a staffing crisis in Canmore is the driving reason for having to shut its doors. >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Alberta’s Own Marketplace (@albertasownmarket) You might also like: - A new 20-lane bowling alley has just opened in south Calgary - Two new Costco locations open back-to-back in Alberta later this month - Alberta ski resort near the U.S. border named quietest in the world “With every one of my full-time team leaving Canmore due to immigration policy changes or Canmore’s high comparable cost of living, or stepping away because of health issues, and the Bow Valley having a dire shortage of available workers, I’ll be without a crew by the end of November,” the post explained.  “For many of them, sales from Alberta’s Own have come to represent more than half their annual revenue, and it’s critically important to me that they are taken care of as we transition to online in 2027.” In a Facebook post over the weekend, the store added that since the announcement of the closure, it’s been “incredibly heart-filling, and humbling,” to have support as the Canmore chapter comes to an end. Shoppers have until Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, to visit the store before it closes for good. Alberta’s Own Marketplace isn’t the only business in Canmore to shut its doors recently. Earlier this year, a popular bakery in the town closed.  With files from Kendall Collins  https://dailyhive.com/calgary/albertas-own-marketplace-canmore Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:24:38 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/canada-annihilating-competition-womens-world-hockey-championship Rob Williams Their uniforms may look ordinary, but Canada’s play on the ice at the Women’s World Hockey Championship has been anything but. Team Canada has bulldozed its way through the competition in its first three games at the 2026 IIHF Women’s World Championship. They’re a perfect 3-0 so far, outscoring opponents 24-1 in the process. That includes a 5-1 win over Sweden in their tournament opener, followed by blowouts over Japan (9-0) and Denmark (10-0). Canada’s dominance was on full display against Denmark, outshooting the tournament’s host nation by a whopping 74-6 margin. “It’s one of the best teams in the world, so we knew it would be hard, but we gave our all,” said Denmark goalie Caroline Bjergstad, who bravely faced 41 Canadian shots before being pulled. Tougher tests are on the horizon, as Canada faces Finland on Wednesday. They’ll likely take on the United States in the gold medal game, which is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 16. If that happens, it’ll be the 25th time in a row Canada and the U.S. have met in the gold medal game at the IIHF Women’s World Championship. The Americans are also 3-0 in this tournament, outscoring teams 23-1. It’ll be among the most highly anticipated gold medal games of all time, given political tensions between the two countries. Canada will also be looking for revenge after the Americans beat them 2-1 in the Olympic gold medal game in Milan last February. This is a different Canadian team than the one that represented our country at the Winter Olympics, though. Twelve players on Canada’s roster at this tournament did not compete at Milano Cortina 2026. That includes four teenagers — Rosalie Tremblay (18), Hayley McDonald (18), Chloe Primerano (19), and Sara Manness (19) — and 20-year-old Caitlin Kraemer. “We’ve been learning a lot as a group, especially with lots of new players, and I think we’ve been doing a good job learning from each game,” said Team Canada forward Kristin O’Neill after Monday’s win. Canada is without captain Marie-Philip Poulin due to injury, after she underwent knee surgery. Laura Stacey and Renata Fast were named co-captains in Poulin’s absence, with O’Neill serving as alternate captain. Other veteran players missing from this squad include Natalie Spooner, Sarah Nurse, Blayre Turnbull, and Emerance Maschmeyer. You might also like: - Everyone is making fun of the generic jerseys Canada's hockey team is being forced to wear https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canada-annihilating-competition-womens-world-hockey-championship Tue, 10 Nov 2026 01:04:07 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/saint-laurent-leduc Alyssa Gallardo Edmonton just welcomed a new restaurant and deli to the area, and we just had to get a closer look at this highly anticipated spot. Saint Laurent was founded by a team of Alberta locals and born-and-raised Montrealers who just couldn’t leave the flavours of the city behind. With the combination of all their skills, the team sought to create a little slice of Montreal out west. On Nov. 7, they officially opened up their own Montreal-style deli and restaurant in Leduc, just south of Edmonton. It’s safe to say we weren’t the only ones excited. The restaurant has to temporarily close for restocking due to overwhelming demand. According to the business’s post on Instagram, “We ran out of everything. We did not anticipate a turnout like this, not even close, and we are so grateful for every single person who showed up, waited patiently, and cheered us on.” As of Nov. 9, it’s reopened, but we were lucky enough to be invited out by the team ahead of its sold-out opening day to have a special look inside the new spot. THE INTERIOR OF SAINT LAURENT As soon as you enter the restaurant, you’re transported into a gorgeous space curated by the owners. You’ll find booth seating, bar seating overlooking the kitchen, stunning lighting, and an atmosphere you won’t be able to find anywhere else. The seats are comfortable, and the whole restaurant provides this fantastic, homey vibe that you instantly feel welcome in. We settled into our spot, and while we got prepared for the delightful eats ahead, we took in the details of the space: intricate ceilings, tile walls, and a moving menu board that impresses all. Without exaggeration, it’s bringing only the best vibes to Leduc. THE FOOD OF SAINT LAURENT We got a couple of dishes to try, and we can safely say they brought the classic Montreal flavours to the table. The Smoked Meat Sandwich ($29) was one of the standout portions of the night. You’re able to see the staff cut the meat over the counter and watch as they load up stacks upon stacks of juicy tenderness. Combined with the mustard and the bread holding it all together, it was a great bite. We opted for the large sandwich, and it was definitely a mouthful. Another great bite was the Steamie ($3.50), the deli’s take on the iconic Montreal hot dog (where both the bun and sausage are steamed). We’d never encountered a steamie before, but this was such a great introduction to the dish and its tang. Our favourite, however, had to be the regular-sized Poutine ($16). If you’re looking for a classic poutine you’d find in Montreal, look no further. The regular-size is also a huge portion, perfect if you’re looking to share (or to take some home for later). For those wanting to visit this new spot, the poutine is a must-order. Now that the restaurant has reopened after its big welcome, a trip to Saint Laurent will definitely make its way onto your calendar. You might also like: - This family-owned noodle house is opening a new location near Edmonton - OpenTable's Top 100 in Canada just dropped and one Edmonton restaurant made the list - One of Edmonton's most popular bakeries is hosting some sweet classes SAINT LAURENT Address: 4721 50th Ave., Leduc Instagram Still hungry? Discover Dished Edmonton on TikTok https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/saint-laurent-leduc Mon, 09 Nov 2026 21:54:55 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/loblaw-class-action-data-breach-2026 Irish Mae Silvestre Loblaw is facing a new national class-action lawsuit on behalf of millions of Canadians affected by a data breach. On Nov. 2, Consumer Law Group filed a class-action lawsuit against Loblaw at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice due to a February data breach that exposed the private information of two million Canadians. The grocery retail chain includes 2,500 stores under the names Loblaws, No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore, Zehrs, and Fortinos. WHAT’S THE LAWSUIT ABOUT? On March 10, 2026, Loblaw issued a press release stating that it was investigating a data breach. The company said it identified suspicious activity in or around February, during which “a criminal third-party” accessed customer information like names, phone numbers, email addresses, date of birth, and purchase order details. PC Financial was not affected by the breach. Loblaw President and CEO Per Bank issued a statement saying that the company secured its network and customer information, logging all customers out of their accounts. It added that it reported the incident to privacy regulators and law enforcement. Affected customers were also offered 24 months of free credit monitoring and identity restoration services through TransUnion’s myTrueIdentity service. The court document alleges that the company’s failure “was intentional, wilful, reckless or — at the very least — negligent” as it knew or ought to have known that its cache of customers’ personal information was “an attractive target for cybercriminals.” The lawsuit further alleges that Loblaw did not notify affected Canadians that their personal information had been compromised until October 2026, several months after the incident. It claims the free credit monitoring service is not enough because it offers only partial coverage, is limited to two years, and doesn’t prevent the misuse of personal information. The class action alleges that Loblaw breached several privacy laws and violated the Consumer Protection Act. Daily Hive has reached out to Loblaw for comment and will update this story when it receives a response. WHO’S ELIGIBLE? You could be eligible to file a claim if you’re a Canadian resident whose personal information was compromised in the February 2026 data breach, and weren’t notified until October 2026. HOW MUCH COULD YOU GET? The amount hasn’t been specified yet, but the proposed lawsuit is seeking damages on behalf of eligible Canadians. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO NEXT? For now, you don’t have to do anything, as the lawsuit still hasn’t been certified. However, you can keep up with the latest updates by signing up online. You might also like: - $50-million Lotto Max jackpot win shakes up rural Canadian community - Americans react to beloved Canadian T&T Supermarket's expansion - Canadians can get refunds or replacements as battery packs recalled https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/loblaw-class-action-data-breach-2026 Mon, 09 Nov 2026 21:41:50 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/product-recall-tt-supermarket-canada Natalia Buia Check your pantry: a popular T&T Supermarket product is being recalled across Canada due to an undeclared allergen. According to a recall notice from the Government of Canada, T&T brand Organic Roasted Black Soybeans are being recalled due to the possibility of undeclared milk in the product. This common pantry item can be enjoyed as a crunchy snack on its own or used to prepare homemade teas. “Do not consume recalled products to which you are allergic or sensitive as they may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction,” reads the recall notice. “Do not serve, use, sell or distribute recalled products.” Consumers are advised to throw out the affected product or return it to the store where it was purchased. The product was distributed in Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec. The recall was triggered by Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) test results. However, no reactions associated with consuming the product have been reported. This is identified as a Class 1, the most serious category of food recall. The agency is conducting a food safety investigation, which could lead to additional products being recalled. Consumers with questions can contact the CFIA by phone at 1-613-773-2342 or by email at information@inspection.gc.ca. There have been other nationwide recalls as of late, including Newdery and Bose battery packs and DREO space heaters, all of which pose serious fire and burn hazards. You might also like: - Americans react to beloved Canadian T&T Supermarket's expansion - Dollarama products Canadians say just aren't worth the money - Canada’s biggest Costco store is in this surprising province https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/product-recall-tt-supermarket-canada Mon, 09 Nov 2026 21:31:42 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/price-grey-cup-tickets Colton Pankiw Football fans hoping to attend the 113th Grey Cup at McMahon Stadium this weekend will have to be prepared to spend a pretty penny. Excitement is building ahead of the CFL’s biggest annual event on Sunday, Nov. 15. Calgary is hosting the Grey Cup for the first time since 2019, and fans from across the country are expected to visit Alberta’s largest city to take part in the festivities. For those who haven’t secured their seats yet, Ticketmaster continues to offer both standard-priced tickets and verified resale options. However, there is a considerable difference between the cheapest and most expensive listings, particularly when looking at the resale market. As of Monday, Nov. 9, the cheapest standard-priced Grey Cup ticket available through Ticketmaster is listed at $343.74. At the other end of the spectrum, the most expensive is going for $543.24. That means fans looking to purchase directly through the standard ticket inventory can expect to pay anywhere from roughly $344 to $543, depending on their preferred seating location. The verified resale market offers a similar starting point, but things get considerably more expensive for those looking at top-notch seats. The cheapest verified resale ticket currently listed on Ticketmaster is $345.10, just $1.36 more than the cheapest standard-priced option. However, the most expensive listing is priced at a jaw-dropping $2,380. That is a difference of more than $2,000 between the cheapest and most expensive resale options, highlighting just how much some sellers are hoping to get for their Grey Cup seats. And while tickets may not sell at those prices, there is certainly a big draw for this match. Sunday’s game will be between the Edmonton Elks and Montreal Alouettes, who finished the regular season with the two best records in the league. Having the Elks advance to the Grey Cup, their first time doing so since 2015, should help ticket sales tremendously in Calgary. Given how close the two cities are, there should be plenty of Edmontonians heading south on QE2 to watch their team fight in hopes of winning their 15th Grey Cup. The Elks do have a tough task, however, as the Alouettes are being favoured by oddsmakers to win it all. You might also like: - Who is favoured to win the Grey Cup? Here's what the oddsmakers say https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/price-grey-cup-tickets Mon, 09 Nov 2026 21:04:34 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/who-favoured-win-grey-cup-oddsmakers Colton Pankiw The Edmonton Elks are heading to the Grey Cup for the first time in more than a decade, but they’ll have their work cut out for them if they hope to bring the championship back to Alberta. With the 113th Grey Cup matchup officially set, the Montreal Alouettes are favoured to defeat the Elks, according to the latest odds from FanDuel. Montreal is listed at -170 to win the championship, while Edmonton sits at +140. That means a $100 bet on the Alouettes would generate approximately $58.82 in profit, while the same wager on the Elks would return $140 in profit if they pull off the upset. The Alouettes earned their place in the championship game with a 33-23 victory over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the Eastern Final. Quarterback Davis Alexander was outstanding in the win, throwing for 373 yards and two touchdowns to help Montreal book its third Grey Cup appearance in four seasons. Edmonton, meanwhile, punched its ticket with a 28-16 win over the BC Lions in the Western Final. Cody Fajardo and the Elks defence delivered when it mattered most, with Edmonton forcing a crucial late fumble to help put the game away. The Elks will now have the opportunity to end a lengthy Grey Cup drought. The franchise last appeared in the championship game in 2015, when they lost to the Ottawa Redblacks. There will also be plenty of home-province interest in the matchup, with Edmonton looking to bring the Grey Cup back to Alberta against a Montreal team that has been one of the CFL’s top clubs throughout the season. The 113th Grey Cup takes place Sunday, Nov. 15, at McMahon Stadium in Calgary. Those who are in the city in the days leading up will have plenty to do, as the Grey Cup Festival is set to begin on Wednesday and will continue right up until game time. You might also like: - All the Grey Cup concerts and entertainment in Calgary next month https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/who-favoured-win-grey-cup-oddsmakers Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:58:13 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/living-wage-edmonton-increases-again Allison Stephen Edmonton’s living wage has increased for the second year in a row, according to a new report examining affordability in Alberta communities. The 2026 Living Wage report, released Monday by the Alberta Living Wage Network (ALWN), calculates Edmonton’s living wage at $22.65 per hour — a 35-cent increase over last year. After falling in 2024, Edmonton’s living wage climbed by $1.45 per hour in 2025, marking the second consecutive year of increases. According to the report, shelter costs increased in 13 cities, while food costs increased in 10. Other communities saw decreases in these expenses, helping to moderate their calculated living wage rates. Government benefits also played an important role in this year’s report. The Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit and improvements to the ALWN’s calculation of the Canada Workers Benefit helped lower calculated living wage rates in some communities. Red Deer saw the largest year-over-year increase, rising 8.23 per cent to $22.35 per hour. According to the report, higher costs for child care, shelter, transportation, and food contributed to the increase. Meanwhile, Brooks recorded the largest decrease, falling 6.36 per cent to $20.60 per hour, reflecting lower food and shelter costs alongside changes to government benefits. You might also like: - 14 awesome things to do in Edmonton this week: Nov. 9 to 13 - Edmonton cracks list of world's best cities for Gen Z - The largest year-round Christmas store in Canada has been in Alberta for 40 years A living wage is defined as the hourly wage a worker needs to earn to cover their basic expenses and maintain a modest standard of living after adding government transfers and subtracting taxes. “In every community, the living wage is higher than minimum wage. This gap represents people who are struggling to make ends meet even while working full time,” said ALWN economist Ryan Lacanilao. The calculation considers three household types: a two-parent family with two children, a one-parent family with one child, and a single person working full-time. Alberta’s living wage varies, ranging as high as $27.45 per hour in Banff down to $18.05 per hour in Medicine Hat. The minimum wage in Alberta is $15 per hour, the lowest in Canada and one that’s remained unchanged since 2018. The full living wage report can be found online. https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/living-wage-edmonton-increases-again Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:56:55 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/best-christmas-towns-canada Natalia Buia If Christmas is your favourite time of year, why not celebrate it somewhere that looks like it’s been plucked straight out of a made-for-TV holiday movie? From snow-covered streets and twinkling Christmas lights to cozy little shops serving hot chocolate, Canada has plenty of charming small towns that perfectly capture the classic festive vibes. To find the places where travellers can get closest to living out their own Christmas movie, travel company and tour operator Journeyscape analyzed small towns across North America with festive reputations or connections to Christmas films. The company compared each destination’s average December snowfall, likelihood of a white Christmas, population, and walkability before combining the results to give each town an overall score out of 10. While Breckenridge, Colorado, was crowned North America’s best real-life Christmas movie town with an impressive score of 8.86, Canada has its fair share of festive spots worth checking out. In fact, five Canadian destinations made the top 10, making the country a pretty strong bet for anyone dreaming of a winter wonderland. And if you’ve ever watched a Hallmark Christmas movie and wished you could step right into the screen, this picturesque community might be just the place. Loads of Christmas movies have been filmed in the town, including The Christmas Setup, Christmas By Design, and Christmas Around the Corner. Home to around 6,000 people, Almonte receives an average of 17 inches of snow in December and, according to Journeyscape, has a 75.9 per cent chance of a white Christmas this year. Another thing that makes Almonte stand out is its walk score of 86 out of 100, the highest among the five Canadian destinations on the list. That means you can leave the car at home as you wander its charming streets, browse local shops, and grab a hot chocolate. Coming in a very close second is Wolfville, N.S., with a score of 8.05 out of 10. This charming east coast town of about 5,000 residents is a great spot for Canadians looking to escape the overcrowded holiday spots. For those who really want to wake up to a blanket of snow on Christmas morning, Banff, Alberta, might be the place to book a trip. Scoring 7.05 out of 10, Banff, Alta. was the only Canadian destination in Journeyscape’s top-five ranking to achieve a 100 per cent white Christmas probability. With its dramatic Rocky Mountain backdrop, snow-covered streets and postcard-worthy scenery, this popular tourist destination practically screams Christmas once winter rolls around. Banff also goes all out with plenty of activities to get visitors into the holiday spirit, including the Banff Christmas Market, the Hot Chocolate Trail, the immersive “In Search of Christmas Spirit” outdoor lights experience and Mountaintop Christmas at the Banff Gondola. Carleton Place, just outside Ottawa, has also earned a spot on Journeyscape’s list of Canada’s most magical Christmas destinations, ranking fourth overall. While it received a relatively low walk score of 41 out of 100, its impressive 75.9 per cent chance of a white Christmas helped secure its high ranking. Rounding out the top five is Charlottetown, P.E.I., with an overall score of 6.71 out of 10. Interestingly, Charlottetown receives an average of 24.6 inches of snow every December, making it one of the snowiest destinations on the list. But more December snowfall doesn’t necessarily mean a white Christmas is guaranteed. Journeyscape’s data puts the town’s probability of having snow on the ground on December 25 at 55.6 per cent. Do you have a favourite Christmas-themed town in Canada that didn’t make the list? Let us know in the comments below. You might also like: - 'Canada's best Christmas store' is east of Edmonton and it's massive - 12 Christmas movies that were filmed right here in Canada - 8 small towns and cities in Canada that are straight out of a Hallmark movie https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/best-christmas-towns-canada Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:31:22 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/cozey-edmonton-furniture-store Alyssa Gallardo Cozey recently announced its first-ever Edmonton location, and the new storefront’s grand opening is just around the corner. West Edmonton Mall is going to welcome the newest Cozey store this November, marking the Canadian company’s second location in Alberta. Cozey describes itself as a home living and furniture store focused on bringing Canadians comfortable, multi-functional homeware with timeless designs. After opening its first-ever permanent physical location in 2024, the brand has only continued to expand. This new store follows its leap into Alberta with its Calgary location, which opened earlier this year. “The response we saw in Calgary made clear there’s a real appetite for Cozey across Alberta, and expanding access to more of the province felt like a natural next step,” says Frédéric Aubé, Cozey’s CEO and founder, in a press release. “When it came to choosing where, it felt like there was nowhere else but Canada’s biggest mall.” You might also like: - 'Canada's best Christmas store' is east of Edmonton and it's massive - Edmonton cracks list of world's best cities for Gen Z - New sports and social club with indoor pickleball courts coming to Edmonton WHEN IS THE NEW COZEY STORE OPENING? >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Cozey (@cozey) In an email to Curiocity, Cozey confirmed the new storefront in West Edmonton Mall will be opening this upcoming Tuesday, Nov. 17. You’ll be able to check it out during typical mall hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Monday to Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays The 5,385-square-foot store is located on the second floor of West Edmonton Mall. Like other Cozey locations, it will be showcasing the brand’s line of furniture, including its signature modular sofas, its growing bedroom and living room collections, and more. With this new store also comes a new catalogue of colours at Cozey. According to the brand, these colours were designed to brighten up spaces over the winter months, featuring a range of velvets and bolder hues. Cozey is looking to keep its retail expansion moving even further, starting with the opening of a two-storey flagship store in New York City slated for early 2027. However, we’re looking forward to next Tuesday, which will mark the beginning of a whole new furniture journey in Edmonton. COZEY When: Opening Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026 Time: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Monday to Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays Where: West Edmonton Mall — 8882 170th St. NW, Edmonton, Alta. https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/cozey-edmonton-furniture-store Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:27:43 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/lotto-max-lottery-winner-november-6-2026 Irish Mae Silvestre Someone in Canada is having the best week ever after winning the Lotto Max jackpot and becoming an instant multimillionaire. The Lotto Max draw took place on Friday, Nov. 6, and the winning numbers were 10, 23, 32, 43, 46, 48, and 51, with bonus number 30. The jackpot was a big one with $50 million up for grabs, and one winning ticket managed to match all seven winning numbers. According to Atlantic Lottery, someone scored the jackpot after buying the lucky ticket somewhere in Restigouche County, a rural community in north-central New Brunswick. No one won the $256,337.70 second prize, but 40 people will split the third prize, with each one taking home $6,529.70. There were also no winners for the two Maxmillions prizes, each worth $1 million. Meanwhile, there were 50 MaxPlus prizes worth $100,000 to be won, with several lottery players across Canada scoring a win. In B.C., no one won the $500,000 Lotto Max Extra, and similarly in Ontario, no one won the $1-million Encore prize. The last time someone won the Lotto Max jackpot was Oct. 20, when a group of four friends from Calgary, Alta. won the $90-million prize. The four have been friends for five years, but it was their first time playing the lottery together. They purchased their ticket online and even gave their group chat a fitting name: “Manifesting Millions.” The next Lotto Max jackpot is worth $10 million, and the draw is on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The Lotto 6/49 draw was on Saturday, Nov. 7, and the Gold Ball prize was worth $36 million. Although no one won the top prize, someone from Ontario did win the $1-million prize. There were no winners for the Classic Draw $5 million prize, but four people will split the second prize and will each take home $39,753.90. The tickets were sold in Edmonton, Ontario, and two in Quebec. A total of 96 lottery players split the third prize, winning $695.50 each. Someone in Vancouver, B.C., scored the $500,000 Classic Draw Extra Prize, but in Ontario no one won the $1-million Encore prize. Amritpal S. of Surrey, B.C., is the most recent Lotto 6/49 jackpot winner. While he’s taking his time to decide what to do with his $32 million, he said that he wants to help his parents and sister. The next Lotto 6/49 draw is on Wednesday, Nov. 11, and the Gold Ball is now worth $38 million. With files from Kendall Collins and Daniel Chai All forms of gambling, including the lottery, involve risk and outcomes are based on chance. Individuals are strongly advised to gamble responsibly. If you are experiencing any signs of gambling-related issues, check out these resources. You might also like: - Americans react to beloved Canadian T&T Supermarket's expansion - Canadians can get refunds or replacements as battery packs recalled - Dollarama has several items Canadians need for an emergency kit https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/lotto-max-lottery-winner-november-6-2026 Mon, 09 Nov 2026 18:51:14 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/canadaian-pop-icon-2027-junos Hanna Hett A Canadian icon will be hosting the country’s biggest night of music next year. Carly Rae Jepsen, best known for her 2000s hit “Call Me Maybe,” was just announced as the host of the 2027 Juno Awards in Winnipeg. She will also “bring her signature pop sound” to the stage with a live performance. “No stranger to the Junos stage, she is a three-time Juno Award winner and returns this year to lead the festivities as host for the first time,” reads the press release from the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and CBC. Jepsen’s 2012 album Kiss won Album of the Year and Pop Album of the Year at the 2013 Juno Awards, while the iconic “Call me Maybe” won Single of the Year. “Since then, Jepsen has continued to evolve her sound, building a devoted global following through her distinctive songwriting and approach to pop music,” reads the release. Her most recent album, Day and Night, is a 24-track double album that is “inspired by a period of personal transformation.” Jepsen is originally from Mission, B.C., a city a little over an hour outside of Vancouver. She even recently gave a major shoutout to a Vancouver cafe that she used to work at before she became famous. If you’re a fan of Jepson, you can catch her on The Day and Night Tour next April, as she will make three Canadian stops in Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver. CARAS and CBC also announced that Angine de Poitrine, a rock duo from Quebec, will be the Broadcast stage performer at the 2027 Junos. Further, Toronto rock band Our Lady Peace will also be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, as well as “take the stage for a special performance.” The Junos will air live across Canada at 8 p.m. ET/6 p.m. ABT/5 p.m. PCT on Sunday, April 4, 2027, across CBC’s broadcast and streaming platforms. You might also like: - 2000s pop icon coming to Vancouver with huge new tour this spring - Carly Rae Jepsen gives major shoutout to Vancouver cafe she used to work at - Carly Rae Jepsen was strolling Vancouver listening to her new album (VIDEO) https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canadaian-pop-icon-2027-junos Mon, 09 Nov 2026 18:48:46 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/edmonton-ranked-worlds-best-gen-z Allison Stephen Edmonton has been named one of the best cities in the world for Gen Z, according to a new ranking that looks at everything from affordability to nightlife. Fact Magazine released a list of the best cities in the world for Gen Z, and Edmonton scored in the top 50 ranking high when it came to green space, LGBTQ+ openness, social media exposure, and rent affordability. The Middle Eastern publication, which covers food, arts, culture, and lifestyle, ranked 75 cities across six continents based on 10 factors, including rent affordability, nightlife, social infrastructure, diversity, youth population, social media connectivity, and digital culture. “A Gen Z-friendly city combines affordable rent, strong digital connectivity, cultural diversity, and an active social scene,” said Fact. So, how did Edmonton stack up? Pretty good, actually. Edmonton scored 48th overall, but fared better in some categories than others. Edmonton ranked fifth overall for green space, with a score of 71.5, making it the highest-ranking Canadian city in this category. Being home to North America’s largest continuous stretch of urban parkland sure helps with this one! As for LGBTQ+ openness, Edmonton scored 86.9 out of 100, tying with Ottawa, Toronto, and Vancouver for ninth place. In social media exposure, which measures the degree of national digital and cultural connectivity, Edmonton scored 57.1, tying for 11th place. You might also like: - 14 awesome things to do in Edmonton this week: Nov. 9 to 13 - 'Canada's best Christmas store' is east of Edmonton and it's massive - One of Edmonton's most popular bakeries is hosting some sweet classes The city also scored well for rent affordability, earning 87.2 and placing 12th globally. The affordability of a night out was another strong point, with Edmonton scoring 59.2. But while it’s relatively affordable to go out, what you’re actually going to do with that night is another story. Edmonton scored just 21.7 for nightlife, landing it in 63rd place. On the bright side, we managed to rank ahead of Brampton (15.5) and Ottawa (19.5) in this category, so we guess it could always be worse. The climate category, which measures year-round liveability and comfort, was Edmonton’s lowest-performing category, with the city ranking 75th out of 75. Overall, Dubai was named the best city in the world for Gen Z, followed by Abu Dhabi, Seoul, Auckland, and Vancouver, which rounded out the top five. Other Canadian cities to make the list included Toronto (ninth), Burnaby (13th), Brampton (21st), Victoria (25th), Montreal (29th), and Ottawa (56th). You can view the full ranking on the Fact Magazine website. https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/edmonton-ranked-worlds-best-gen-z Mon, 09 Nov 2026 18:31:48 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/new-tt-supermarket-location-san-francisco Natalia Buia Americans are lining up for a taste of a grocery store Canadians have been in love with for decades. Popular Canadian Asian grocery chain T&T Supermarket is getting plenty of love south of the border after opening its newest location in San Francisco, California, on Nov. 5. The massive 50,000-square-foot store occupies a former Best Buy location that had sat vacant for nearly a decade. It’s also T&T’s fourth U.S. location in just two years, joining two stores in Washington state and another in San Jose, California. According to the New York Post, eager shoppers reportedly began lining up as early as 4 a.m., several hours before the store even opened at 8 a.m. One customer waiting in line told local media which specific products were among the biggest draws. “They are famous for their wontons and their crepes, so it’s definitely a must-try,” they said. Beyond fan-favourite bites, the new store features an in-house T&T Kitchen with more than 20 dishes at its self-serve hot food bar, along with Taiwanese sticky rice rolls, Baby Bear Bao, baked goods, and plenty of packaged snacks. Shoppers can also browse various Japanese matcha products and Korean and Japanese skincare products. The San Francisco location is the chain’s first American store to feature a cafe, serving made-to-order drinks like ube and black sesame lattes and dragonfruit lemonade. As for the grocery selection, shoppers can browse around 200 varieties of vegetables, 17 kinds of mushrooms, and an impressive selection of fresh fish, seafood, and meats. ABC News was also on site to chat with the very first customer through the doors. When asked whether waiting hours in line was worth it for fresh Asian produce and snacks, the shopper had a pretty straightforward answer. “Yes, definitely.” The excitement continued online as one local shared their positive first impression in the r/bayarea subreddit. “I like it! It’s clean, and prices are good. It’s super convenient for me, and there wasn’t a proper Asian grocery store in my area.” Another Reddit user pointed out that Canada has a pretty impressive frozen food game, noting that many of the frozen products they buy in California are actually made in Canada. Those who’ve spent years singing the grocery chain’s praises may be a little unfazed by the enthusiasm down south. After all, Canadians have long been devoted to the brand, with some fans going so far as to hyperbolically claim they’d “die for T&T pork buns.” Since its first store opening in Burnaby, B.C., way back in 1993, T&T has become a staple for plenty of Canadians, with shoppers often making special trips just to stock up on their favourite buns, dumplings, and hard-to-find Asian snacks. The chain is now owned by Loblaw Companies, which acquired the retailer in 2009 for a reported $225 million. Today, T&T operates 38 locations across Canada, primarily in Ontario and B.C., with an expanding U.S. presence and more Canadian stores on the horizon. That includes Manitoba’s first-ever location, a 48,000-square-foot store set to open in Winnipeg in 2028. You might also like: - Groundbreaking for Canadian chain T&T's new U.S. store gets epic Air Force flyover - T&T CEO offers support to North Vancouver cafe following racist incident - Shoppers are confused by ‘envelope gravy’ at Real Canadian Superstore https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/new-tt-supermarket-location-san-francisco Mon, 09 Nov 2026 16:50:03 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/recall-canada-battery-packs Irish Mae Silvestre Thousands of battery packs are part of a nationwide recall, and Canadians may be eligible for refunds or replacements. Health Canada announced on Thursday that it’s recalling several battery packs due to fire and burn hazards. The recall involves Bose S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ System Battery Packs, which are lithium-ion rechargeable battery packs designed exclusively for two types of Bose portable speakers. Certain lithium Newdery Power Banks are also being recalled. Canadians are urged to immediately stop using both products. As of October, there have been no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada. However, Bose has received seven incident reports globally, but no reports of injuries. NEWDERY POWER BANKS Newdery is recalling its power bank model ZHX-PB22, as the “lithium-ion battery in the power banks can explode or ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.” A total of 962 units of the affected products were sold on Amazon.ca from June 2024 to November 2024. The model number is printed on the back of the power bank, and if your product is part of the recall, immediately stop using it. Health Canada states that Amazon.ca has refunded consumers who purchased the product; however, if you didn’t receive a refund, you can contact Newdery directly. BOSE S1 PRO AND S1 PRO+ SYSTEM BATTERY PACKS Canadians who own the Bose S1 Pro Portable Bluetooth Speaker System or the S1 Pro+ Portable Bluetooth Speaker System should check if their product uses the affected battery packs. You can find out if the battery pack is part of the recall by checking if its serial number begins with one of the following six-digit sequences: - 083723 - 078352 - 084105 - 078591 - 078592 - 084106 - 086409 If your speaker has the affected battery pack, immediately remove it and contact Bose Corporation to receive a free replacement. “The continued operation of the affected battery packs as they age exposes the lithium-ion cells to potentially damaging operating conditions, posing potential fire and burn hazards,” reads the statement. A total of 35,399 units of the affected products were sold in Canada from April 2020 to May 2024 for the S1 Pro System Battery Packs and from June 2025 to July 2026 for the S1 Pro+ System Battery Packs. Canadians are urged to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of the recalled products or any other consumer product. You might also like: - Dollarama has several items Canadians need for an emergency kit - Canadians need to date beyond their usual type this cuffing season, expert says - Canada’s biggest Costco store is in this surprising province https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/recall-canada-battery-packs Mon, 09 Nov 2026 16:12:21 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/how-to-watch-tonights-oilers-rangers-game Preston Hodgkinson The Edmonton Oilers are back in action against the New York Rangers on Monday night, but you won’t find it on TV. Fans wanting to catch the final meeting of the season between the Oilers and Rangers will need to stream the game exclusively on Sportsnet+ for Edmonton’s second appearance on the platform’s Monday Night Hockey program. Sportsnet TV subscribers will need to chip in an additional $12.99/month to access these Monday Night Hockey games, which include tonight’s Oilers game. Those who aren’t Sportsnet TV subscribers will need to purchase a Sportsnet+ subscription, which costs either $34.99 per month or $269.99 per year. The only fans who don’t need to pay extra are Rogers Xfinity TV customers with Sportsnet, who will be able to access the streaming-only content for no extra cost. This is the second of nine Monday Night Hockey matchups featuring the Oilers this season, all of which will be streamed exclusively on Sportsnet+. The remaining games will be: - Dec. 14 vs. Montreal Canadiens - Dec. 28 vs. Washington Capitals - Jan. 11 vs. Tampa Bay Lightning - Feb. 22 vs. Ottawa Senators - March 1 vs. Chicago Blackhawks - March 15 vs. Colorado Avalanche - April 11 vs. Calgary Flames Portions of the Oilers fanbase were not impressed with the team’s first game on Monday Night Hockey last month, with many taking exception to a broadcast being behind a paywall for those who already pay for a Sportsnet TV subscription. This is in addition to a select number of Wednesday night games being streamed on Prime Video this season, which will also require an additional subscription to watch. Though it’s frustrating some fans, Sportsnet has told Offside that the network is actively working with other Canadian distribution partners to give its TV subscribers additional options to access Sportsnet+ content. Puck drop at Rogers Place is set for 7 p.m. ABT. You might also like: - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith gives big shoutout to Oilers' Podkolzin - Oilers' Bouchard joins elite company after another multi-point outing - Mike Babcock takes playful jab at Edmonton Oilers reporter https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/how-to-watch-tonights-oilers-rangers-game Mon, 09 Nov 2026 13:00:13 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/country-says-iihf-kicking-out-world-juniors-make-room-russia Preston Hodgkinson Another wrinkle has developed in Russia’s return to international hockey. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruled last month that the IIHF must allow Russia to participate in upcoming events, starting with the 2027 World Junior tournament set to be held in Alberta in December. It was a decision that was met with intense backlash, with multiple hockey federations threatening to boycott games that included Russia. Even the Canadian federal government weighed in on the decision, with Prime Minister Mark Carney saying that he wouldn’t allow Russian hockey players into the country to participate. Despite all the backlash, it seems the IIHF is intent on following the CAS ruling. The Norwegian Ice Hockey Federation (NIHF) said on Sunday that they’ve been demoted to Division 1A, and Russia will be taking Norway’s place at the upcoming World Juniors tournament. “The Norwegian Ice Hockey Association received information on Saturday from the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) that, as a result of the decision from the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Friday, October 30, they are required to take necessary measures to reintegrate Russia into the Junior World Championships,” a translated version of the NIHF’s statement read.  “In the new setup for the U20 World Cup in Canada, which starts on December 26, Russia has been placed as nation number ten. This means that Norway, as the lowest ranked team, will be moved down to division 1A.” The Norwegians were set to be the lowest-seeded team at the upcoming tournament after being promoted into the top group this past year. They were placed in Group B of the tournament, alongside Canada, Czechia, Switzerland, and Latvia. “We have previously made it clear where we stand on the issue of Russia’s participation, where we believe they should not be able to participate internationally as long as the war in Ukraine continues,” said Petter Salsten, secretary general of the NIHA, in a statement. “This also clearly shows all the practical challenges and immediate consequences for everyone involved when countries are to be reinstated immediately.” With the CAS decision requiring Russia to participate in the tournament on such short notice, this suggests that the IIHF’s solution was to demote the lowest-seeded team at the tournament to make room. The IIHF issued a statement on Saturday that revealed that the governing body would be taking the necessary steps to follow the ruling, despite disagreeing with it. “While the IIHF continues to disagree with the decision of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) concerning Russian participation in IIHF Championships, we are taking the necessary steps required by the CAS ruling and reviewing what conditions would need to be met to safeguard our Championships, protect the organization’s financial stability and secure the long-term future of international ice hockey,” the statement read. “The IIHF is therefore exploring all available avenues, including opening discussions with all affected MNAs, including the Russian Ice Hockey Federation, to identify a constructive way forward that serves the interests of global ice hockey.” While this may answer one question on how the IIHF intends to make room for the Russians on such short notice, it does not clear the hurdle presented by potential boycotts and the Canadian federal government. Salsten pointed to those issues in the NIHF’s statement. “The authorities in Canada have made it clear that Russian players will not be granted visas to participate in the Junior World Championships. In addition, several of the participating countries have said that they will not participate, or face Russia, if they are faced with them in the championship,” Salsten said. “This makes us hope that the last word has not been said about our participation in Canada in December.” It remains to be seen if the IIHF will have a workaround for those potential issues or if they will be forced to exclude Russia once again. 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And while this is a top 100 list, the list is arranged in alphabetical order by area and the restaurant’s name. Ontario dominates the list of top Canadian restaurants with a whopping 45 restaurants, followed by Alberta with 20 restaurants on the list, Quebec with 16, British Columbia with 14, and the Atlantic with five. Keep on reading to see the full top 100 list, and let us know if your favourite spot was included down in the comments. OPENTABLE’S 2026 TOP 100 LIST ALBERTA - Bar Gigi, Calgary - Blue Rock Swim Club, Calgary - Bolero, Calgary - Bridgette Bar – Calgary, Calgary - Carino “Japanese Italian Kitchen”, Calgary - Cassis Bistro, Calgary - Chairman’s Steakhouse, Calgary - Chuck’s Steakhouse & Patio, Banff - DOPO, Calgary - Francine’s, Calgary - Luca, Calgary - LUPO Italian Ristorante & Patio, Banff - MAJOR TOM, Calgary - Mercato – Mission, Calgary - Penny Crown, Calgary - Pizza Culture, Calgary - Sabor Restaurant, Edmonton - Sukiyaki House, Calgary - Ten Foot Henry, Calgary - The Nash – Calgary, Calgary BRITISH COLUMBIA - Ask For Luigi, Vancouver - Botanist, Vancouver - Bravo, Vancouver - Dovetail, Vancouver - Foragers Meadery, Roberts Creek - Kavita, Vancouver - Le Crocodile by Rob Feenie, Vancouver - Nightingale, Vancouver - Nomo Nomo, Vancouver - Osteria Savio Volpe, Vancouver - Rimrock Cafe, Whistler - Sumibiyaki Arashi, Vancouver - The Butchart Gardens – The Dining Room, Brentwood Bay - Wild Blue Restaurant + Bar, Whistler ATLANTIC - Italian by Night, Saint John - Portage, St John’s - Snow White Laundry, St John’s - Mystic, Halifax - Tribute, Halifax ONTARIO - aKin, Toronto - Alo Restaurant, Toronto - Aloette, Toronto - Bar Isabel, Toronto - Cintro On Wellington, London - Crossroads Restaurant, Rosseau - DaiLo, Toronto - DaNico, Toronto - Don Alfonso 1890, Toronto - Elora Mill, Elora - Estiatorio Milos – Toronto, Toronto - Fat Rabbit, St. Catharines - Giulietta, Toronto - Greystones Restaurant & Lounge, Orangeville - L O R E, Collingwood - Le Swan, Toronto - Lee, Toronto - Les Incompetents, St. Catharines - Liliana, Toronto - Linny’s, Toronto - LOCALE – King City, King City - Mamakas Taverna, Toronto - Mineral, Toronto - Pasta Privato, Toronto - Prime Seafood Palace Steakhouse, Toronto - Quetzal, Toronto - Rasa, Toronto - Richmond Station, Toronto - Rizzo’s House of Parm, Fort Erie - Scaramouche Restaurant, Toronto - Seahorse, Toronto - Shinji, Toronto - Sorrel Restaurant, Toronto - Sunnys Chinese, Toronto - Sushi Yugen – Toronto, Toronto - Takja BBQ, Toronto - Terra Restaurant, Thornhill - The Chase, Toronto - The French Kitchen, Toronto - The Lunch Lady, Toronto - The Onda, Toronto - The Tremont Cafe, Collingwood - Torta Boyz, Ottawa - Trius Winery Restaurant, Niagara-on-the-Lake - Valley Restaurant, St. Catharines QUEBEC - Arthurs Dinette, Montréal - Bistro Le Cerf-Volant, Montréal - Damas Restaurant, Montréal - Ferreira Cafe, Montréal - Garde Manger, Montréal - Hoogan & Beaufort, Montréal - Jjacques, Québec City - Joe Beef, Montréal - Le Grand Comité, Montréal - Liverpool House, Montréal - MacTaverne, Val-David - Montréal Plaza, Montréal - Pasta Pooks, Montréal - Restaurant Beba, Montréal - Restaurant Toque!, Montréal - Restaurant Le Continental, Québec City https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/top-canadian-restaurants-opentable Sun, 08 Nov 2026 18:30:15 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/edmonton-elks-fajardo-calls-out-tsn-commentator-advancing-grey-cup Preston Hodgkinson Nobody was as happy about the Edmonton Elks advancing to the Grey Cup as Cody Fajardo was on Saturday night. The 34-year-old QB was amped up after defeating the BC Lions 28-16 in the West Final in front of a raucous crowd of 40,182 at Commonwealth Stadium. Fajardo came up big for Edmonton in the second half, running in a touchdown in the third quarter to give the Elks a 16-9 lead, and then finding wide receiver Austin Mack with a pass to put the game out of reach. > That Cody to Mack connection never gets old#GoElks pic.twitter.com/PJ5WtqUA69 > > — Edmonton Elks (@GoElks) November 8, 2026 Fajardo was emotional after the game and had a message for the people who were doubting the Elks all season, and called out a specific CFL commentator. “We’re Grey Cup crashers. Everybody had their perfect Grey Cup set, and we had a different thought,” Fajardo said. “I’m so proud of this team. That is a helluva BC team; they made it really hard on us. “Henoc Muamba said he trusted Nathan Rourke with the ball with the game on the line more than me, so that pissed me off. A lot of people doubt me; that’s the motivation I need. The guys in that locker room believe in me, and that’s all that matters.” > “WE’RE GREY CUP CRASHERS” 😭 > > Cody Fajardo fired up after leading the Elks to a win over the Lions and punching their ticket to the 113th #GreyCup! > > 🗓️: 113th Grey Cup | Sunday, Nov 15 @ 6 PM ET > 📺: TSN, RDS, CTV, Crave and CFL+ > > Grey Cup Playoffs presented by Wegovy® |… pic.twitter.com/6L4SyV7MId > > — CFL (@CFL) November 8, 2026 There was talk that Fajardo was contemplating retirement before re-signing with the Elks this past offseason. Edmonton was coming off another last-place finish in the West Division, and the QB admitted that he had some chats about joining the Nevada Wolf Pack coaching staff before he decided to re-sign. He will now compete for his third Grey Cup title against the Montreal Alouettes in Calgary next week. His son couldn’t make it to the West Final, and his dad had a message for him after the big win. “Hey buddy, you’re going to the Grey Cup,” Fajardo said. “Right before I left, he said, ‘Dad, can you win this game so I can go to the big one?’ That’s all the motivation I needed. To have my kids at the Grey Cup, it’s going to be an awesome time. “My wife, I don’t lose with my wife in the stands; it’s pretty special.” The crowd of over 40,000 fans packed into Commonwealth was the biggest of the CFL season and the largest for an Elks home game since the 2017 season. It was an amazing atmosphere and one that Fajardo and the rest of the Elks fed off to snag the victory away from the Lions. The QB praised the Edmonton faithful for coming out in droves to support the team. “This city turned out for us. It was so damn incredible and electric in this building,” Fajardo said. “I didn’t see [Mack’s touchdown catch]; I laid on the ground and listened to 40,000 cheer, and I knew that we scored there.” Fajardo’s night wasn’t over there either. After the game, he was spotted sitting rinkside at the Edmonton Oilers game against the Vancouver Canucks later that night. He was shown on the Rogers Place jumbotron to applause as he supported the city’s other major professional team. It was quite a night for the California native. > Clinching a Grey Cup berth by evening. Taking in an #Oilers W by night. @CodyFajardo17 pic.twitter.com/7rxQNw85TV > > — Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) November 8, 2026 The Elks will travel down the QE2 next Sunday, where they will meet the Alouettes at Calgary’s McMahon Stadium for the 113th Grey Cup. You might also like: - Ticket sales soar past 30K for Edmonton Elks playoff game - BC Lions season ends in devastating defeat as Grey Cup drought grows https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/edmonton-elks-fajardo-calls-out-tsn-commentator-advancing-grey-cup Sun, 08 Nov 2026 17:19:56 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/dating-advice-canadian-singles-cuffing-season Natalia Buia If you’re single in Canada and wondering why your dating pool has somehow shrunk to the size of a puddle, it might be time to switch things up. Cuffing season — that time of year when singles start looking for someone to cozy up with during the colder months — is upon us, and experts say Canadians might have better luck venturing outside their usual type, whether it’s a certain look or personality. The way some of us see it is like this: Summer’s when you set up your dating profile and scout potential suitors. September is draft month, and October is the tryouts. November is pre-season, when singles start getting serious about dating. Cuffing season officially kicks off in December, with playoffs running through January. The championship game, if you will, is Feb. 14, a.k.a. Valentine’s Day. “For some singles, cuffing season is a chance to rethink what they actually want in a partner and give someone outside their usual type a shot,” Devyn Simone, Tinder’s resident relationship expert, told Daily Hive. In fact, new Tinder data among single Canadian women aged 18 to 25 found that 73 per cent have been attracted to someone outside their usual type. Let’s face it: we all have a type. For some straight women, a man who stands at least 6-foot-5 is a non-negotiable. Others may have a soft spot for the bad boy aesthetic, complete with tattoos, leather jackets, and skinny jeans. Meanwhile, some women have anonymously admitted to Daily Hive that they won’t date bald men. And straight men have their preferences, too. Some will only date blondes or only brunettes (boo hiss, redheads!), while others are partial to women with, let’s just say, a little junk in the trunk. Simone encourages daters to be flexible but firm on their non-negotiables. “There’s a big difference between giving someone a chance who isn’t your usual physical type and ignoring red flags just because you’d like someone to cuddle with.” And if you’re worried about whether someone will find you attractive, Simone has some advice: own your look. “You don’t need to decide for somebody else whether they’re going to find you attractive,” she says. That’s backed up by the survey, too, with 85 per cent of Canadian women surveyed saying confidence is what makes someone more attractive to them. Tinder has done its part to shake up dating expectations. This summer, the dating app giant hosted a Baldies Boat Party in Toronto as part of its “Bald Guys Summer” campaign, encouraging singles to rethink their preconceived notions about men rocking the Pitbull look. Some Canadians are already discovering that looking beyond their usual type can pay off. Katy Szakal admits to Daily Hive that she has a physical type and rarely ventures outside of it. However, she once decided to give a self-described “short king” a chance after matching with him online. The two ended up dating for almost six months. “Honestly, shorter guys aren’t all that bad,” she says. “Look at Tom Holland with Zendaya, or Joe Jonas with Sophie Turner.” Well, at least one of those celebrity couples is still going strong. CANADIANS NEED TO SWIPE WITH A LITTLE MORE CURIOSITY Simone says if something about someone’s profile catches your eye, even if they’re not your usual physical type, give them a chance because you never know who will surprise you. That approach worked for Paula, who asked Daily Hive to withhold her last name for privacy reasons. Paula says she typically goes for tall, clean-shaven “preppy” men. But one night while browsing Tinder, she came across a bearded man with glasses, a dad bod, and a collection of profile prompts that made her belly laugh. So she swiped right. “I reminded myself that I wouldn’t want anyone to be vain or overly picky when it came to my own profile, so it was a matter of practicing what I preached,” she says. The two are still dating and may even celebrate Christmas together this year. For some single Canadians, winter can feel like the loneliest time of year. The days are short, the nights are cold, and the endless holiday festivities only make us yearn for someone special to hold hands with. “Just remember, it’s a season, not a deadline. Keep meeting people, stay open to connection, and go at your own pace,” Simone says. “Most importantly, make sure you actually like the person, not just the idea of having someone to get you through the winter.” Having a date for Valentine’s Day is nice and all, but isn’t finding someone you actually want to hang out with on Feb. 15 way better? https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/dating-advice-canadian-singles-cuffing-season Sun, 08 Nov 2026 17:00:45 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/things-to-do-in-edmonton-this-week-nov-9-13 Allison Stephen November is officially in full swing, and if you’re looking to dip your toes into the holiday spirit, there are plenty of fun ways to get a head start on the festivities around Edmonton. From hockey to holiday festivals, here are 14 awesome things to do in Edmonton this week. CHRISTMAS IN NOVEMBER >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (@fairmontjpl) What: Christmas in November returns to Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, bringing together exceptional cuisine, festive celebrations, wellness experiences, and mountain luxury in the Canadian Rockies. Choose from immersive multi-day packages or day experiences featuring celebrated chefs, inspiring workshops, elegant dining, and unforgettable holiday traditions, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Jasper National Park. When: Friday, Nov. 6 to 9, Nov. 9 to 12, and Nov. 12 to 15, 2026 Where: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge — 1 Old Lodge Road, Jasper, Alta. Cost: Three-night package starts at $2,151 per person CHECK OUT AN EDMONTON OILERS GAME >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Edmonton Oilers (@edmontonoilers) What: You’ll have two opportunities to cheer on the Oilers this week as they take on the New York Rangers and Philadelphia Flyers. When: Monday, Nov. 9 and Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 Where: Rogers Place — 10220 104th Ave. NW Cost: Varies; find tickets online TAKE IN A REMEMBRANCE DAY CEREMONY >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Andrew Knack (@andrewknack) What: Edmontonians and members of surrounding communities will gather on Nov. 11 to remember these sacrifices and show appreciation to our current and former Canadian Armed Forces members and their families. When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Where: Sir Winston Churchill Square Cost: Free ALL IS BRIGHT FESTIVAL >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by 124 Street & Area (@shop124street) What: The All Is Bright Festival is a free, family-friendly event celebrating the magic of winter, the spirit of the season, and the local businesses along 124 Street and the surrounding area. This year, the festival returns for two days of winter festivities. When: Friday. Nov. 13 to 14, 2026 Where: 124 Street and 107 to 109 Avenue Cost: Free PBR CANADA NATIONAL FINALS 2026 >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by PBR Canada (@pbrcanada) What: For the fifth time in history, Professional Bull Riders brings the PBR Canada National Finals to Edmonton, where the 2026 PBR Canada Champion will be crowned. When: Friday, Nov. 13 to 14, 2026 Where: Rogers Place — 10220 104th Ave. NW Cost: Ticket prices vary and can be purchased online TRY AN ICE CREAM WORKSHOP >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Made by Marcus Ice Cream (@madebymarcus) What: Create your own custom ice cream at one of three hands-on workshops. Ice Cream 101 teaches the basics of making and churning ice cream, Date Night offers a workshop designed for pairs, and Sundae School gives children ages five to 12 the chance to make a batch with an accompanying adult. When: Various dates and times throughout October Where: Made by Marcus Mill Creek — 9853 89th Ave. NW Cost: Starts at $65; prices vary by workshop. Find tickets online THE CITADEL THEATRE: THE GREAT GATSBY >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by The Citadel | Edmonton Theatre (@citadeltheatreyeg) What: Step into the glittering excess of the Jazz Age, where champagne flows, flapper dresses shimmer, and music drifts through the night until dawn. At the centre of it all stands the opulent mansion of mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby, whose legendary parties draw eccentric New Yorkers from every corner of the city. Yet for all the spectacle, Gatsby himself remains an enigma. Driven to reunite with his long-lost love, Daisy, Gatsby risks everything to reclaim a dream that may no longer exist. When: Saturday, Oct. 31 to Nov. 22, 2026 Where: Citadel Theatre — 9828 101A Ave. NW Cost: Ticket prices vary and can be purchased online VISIT THE ART GALLERY OF ALBERTA >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Caitlind R. C. Brown (@incandescentcloud) What: Right in the heart of downtown, the Art Gallery of Alberta has been Edmonton’s go-to for art and culture for 100 years. With rotating exhibitions, workshops, and events, it’s the perfect spot to get inspired, learn something new, or just soak up some creativity. The AGA offers free admission on the last Thursday of each month (Oct. 29) from 4 to 7 p.m. When: Open Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Fridays to Sundays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Sq., Edmonton Cost: $13.33 adult admission MUTTART CONSERVATORY >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Muttart Conservatory (@muttartconservatory) What: Be amazed at the stunning Muttart Conservatory, with each glass pyramid showcasing a different environment for plants from around the globe. It’s a relaxing, insightful, and beautiful experience and a lovely thing to do in Edmonton. When: Hours vary Where: Muttart Conservatory — 9626 96A St. NW Admission: $14.95 adult admission ELK ISLAND NATIONAL PARK >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Kels 🐻 (@kelseyswildlife) What: Located just 35 minutes east of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park offers rolling hills, glassy lakes, and some of the best stargazing around, no matter the season. The park has partially reopened following its total closure due to storm damage. Before you head out, be sure to check the Park’s bulletins for a list of current trail closures and conditions. When: Hours vary Where: Improvement District No. 13, Alta. Cost: $10 adult admission BOUNTIFUL FARMERS MARKET >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Bountiful Farmers’ Market – Southside Edmonton (@bountifulfarmersmarketyeg) What: Bountiful Farmers Market offers a wide variety of fresh goods, including local vegetables and meat, coffee roasters, and beer and wine. It also has an ethnic food hall, a children’s play area, live entertainment, and more. When: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday year-round Where: 3696 97th St. NW Cost: Free ROYAL ALBERTA MUSEUM >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Royal Alberta Museum (@royal_alberta_museum) What: Marvel at the Royal Alberta Museum’s vast collections. From its archaeology, Indigenous studies, and work-life industry sections to Earth and Life Sciences that will wow you, it’s one of the most intriguing things to do in Edmonton. When: Hours vary  Where: 9810 103A Ave. NW Cost: $10 to $21; tickets can be found online HIT UP THE WEM WORLD WATERPARK >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by West Edmonton Mall (@official_wem) What: It’ll feel like a bit of a tropical getaway when you visit the World Waterpark at West Edmonton Mall. Shoot down some massive slides or relax in the wave pool. Whatever you choose, it’s a prime way to spend the day. When: Hours vary throughout the week Where: West Edmonton Mall — 8882 170th St. NW Cost: Ticket prices vary and can be found online GALAXYLAND >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by West Edmonton Mall (@official_wem) What: You can never go wrong with a trip to the amusement park, and Galaxyland is North America’s largest indoor amusement park. It features 27 Hasbro-themed rides and more for all ages. When: Hours vary Where: West Edmonton Mall — 8882 170th St. NW Cost: $64 general admission; get tickets online https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/things-to-do-in-edmonton-this-week-nov-9-13 Sun, 08 Nov 2026 15:00:03 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/dollarama-canada-emergency-kit Irish Mae Silvestre Whether it’s a power outage, severe weather, or a different unexpected situation, Dollarama has several items that can help Canadians prepare for emergencies. The Government of Canada has published guidelines on what to include in an emergency kit, reminding Canadians that emergencies can happen at any time. “Be ready. With a little preparation, you can respond quickly to help yourself and others,” reads the statement. The first step is to understand potential risks in your area and create an emergency plan accordingly. Your local, provincial, or territorial government emergency management organizations can provide more detailed information to ensure you’re better prepared for emergencies that could happen in your region. Next, make sure to build an emergency kit for your family and pets. Canadians are advised to keep basic supplies in case they need to get by without power or tap water, and to ensure they have enough supplies for at least 72 hours should they need to evacuate or shelter in place. Emergency kit must-haves include food, water, medication, and flashlights, ideally packed separately in each person’s own backpack that’s easy to grab in a rush. However, building an emergency kit doesn’t have to cost much. We headed to Dollarama to see what affordable items we could find to help put together a basic kit, based on the government’s basic emergency kit checklist. As with any Dollarama run, selection and availability can vary by location, but here’s what we found. FILE ORGANIZER Make sure you have both digital and physical copies of important documents in case of emergencies. Documents can include identification for each person, birth and marriage certificates, passports, citizenship papers, information on medication and dosage, emergency contact information, insurance details, and banking records. FLASHLIGHT AND BATTERIES According to the government, emergency kits should include wind-up or battery-powered flashlights. Dollarama carries a couple of options for flashlights, as well as extra batteries. PET SUPPLIES Make sure you also have emergency supplies ready for your pets, such as water, food, and medication. Dollarama stocks several brands of pet food. NON-PERISHABLE FOOD A basic emergency kit should have enough food for at least three days, and you can stock up on canned or non-perishable food at Dollarama. But make sure to check expiry dates every year, and don’t forget the can opener. BASIC TOOLS In case of specific hazards or emergencies that could last for a longer period of time, the government advises including additional supplies such as tools, masks, hand sanitizers, garbage bags, whistles, candles and waterproof matches or lighters, pen and paper, as well as duct tape, scissors, and plastic sheeting. We found several of these at Dollarama, which could help ensure you’re better prepared. FIRST AID KIT You could either buy a full first aid kit or build your own. A first aid kit should include adhesive bandages, tape, gauze, antiseptic wound cleanser, and disposable gloves — most of which can be found at Dollarama. While the store is a great place to pick up emergency kit essentials on a budget, some shoppers say certain items simply aren’t worth the money. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/dollarama-canada-emergency-kit Sun, 08 Nov 2026 13:00:09 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/canada-2026-federal-budget-indigenous-communities Kenneth Chan From building homes and repairing water systems to paying for health care and education, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s 2026 federal budget sets aside roughly $50 billion in funding for Indigenous communities over 10 years. This continues a pattern of substantially elevated federal spending on Indigenous communities and services since the federal Liberals formed government more than a decade ago. The largest component is about $32 billion over a decade for First Nations housing and infrastructure. Other major commitments cover shorter periods, including funding for schools, children’s services, health benefits, and policing. Several measures would renew or extend existing programs. You might also like: - New $29-billion federal plan to 'end homelessness' in Canada emphasizes adequate treatment and support services, not just housing - Canada 160: Federal government sets aside $325 million for 2027 celebrations to boost national pride - Federal budget outlines how Canadians could profit from the first national sovereign fund - Federal government to expand Canadians' access to 30-year insured mortgages and make rates easier to compare - Federal government eases Canada's mortgage insurance rules for select new housing construction - Federal government to extend Canada's foreign buyer's ban to 2029 while exempting new homes - Prime Minister Carney opens door to reforming or abolishing Canada's Indian Act - B.C. First Nations chiefs seek to overturn Prime Minister Carney's national interest status for Pacific Link oil pipeline The Government of Canada’s new budget announced this past Thursday notes that longer funding commitments would give First Nations communities more flexibility and room to carry out planning. “For First Nations partners on reserve, long-term funding will lead to stronger, more reliable essential services by enabling communities to plan ahead, retain skilled workers, and make investments based on long-term needs rather than short-term pressures,” reads the budget document. “It will also reduce the time and resources spent navigating short-term funding, allowing more of every dollar to go directly to delivering results.” The brand-new First Nations On-Reserve Infrastructure Program would receive $18.5 billion over 10 years, beginning in the 2027/2028 fiscal year. It would pay for construction and upkeep of facilities such as roads, bridges, schools, and health centres, along with water and wastewater infrastructure. The federal government would also consider bringing existing infrastructure programs together, giving communities more flexibility to decide when projects should proceed and how different improvements should fit together. For housing, the federal budget provides $11 billion over 10 years, starting in 2027/2028. This would help maintain 119,000 existing homes, build more than 6,900 new homes, and renovate more than 10,900 homes. Another $1.7 billion over five years, also starting in 2027/2028, would help move housing projects that are ready for construction ahead more quickly on First Nations reserves. The housing and infrastructure package also includes about $658 million over 10 years to test different ways of financing projects and helping First Nations individuals become homeowners. Of that $658-million amount, $500 million over a decade would support a pilot project using federal funding to secure financing upfront, allowing communities to begin infrastructure work sooner instead of waiting for funding to arrive over time. A further $150 million over five years would go to the First Nation-led Yänonhchia’ Revolving Housing Finance Fund, which works with Indigenous financial institutions to provide housing loans. The budget estimates this would support 825 loans across 60 to 100 First Nations communities. Beyond buildings and infrastructure, education accounts for a substantial share of the funding. The federal budget provides $5.8 billion over five years, beginning in 2027/2028, for the Elementary and Secondary Education Program on reserve. This includes renewing targeted support for adult education. A separate $4378 million over the same period would support First Nations students pursuing post-secondary education. Children’s services would receive more, including $6 billion over six years. Health benefits are another major expense, with $2.9 billion over three years, starting in 2027/2028, for the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program. It helps cover costs for First Nations and Inuit people, including medications, travel for medical care, and mental health services. An additional $291 million over four years would renew support for public health workers and initiatives in Indigenous communities, including preventing infectious diseases and responding to outbreaks. For policing, Carney’s administration has budgeted $634 million over four years, starting in 2027/2028, followed by $251 million in ongoing annual funding for the First Nations and Inuit Policing Program. This money would support officers, facilities such as police stations, and community safety services. “Building a strong and united Canada also means continuing the important work of reconciliation. It means ensuring Indigenous communities have the same foundations that every community needs to thrive: safe housing, clean water, good schools, reliable infrastructure, stable and culturally responsive policing services, and the ability to shape their own future,” said François-Philippe Champagne, the federal minister of finance and national revenue, during his budget address on Thursday. “Budget 2026 will make major new investments in First Nations housing and infrastructure and provide greater funding certainty so communities can plan for the long term. Because being masters of our destiny must mean having the tools to shape a better future.” More than a decade ago, then-Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government increased funding for Indigenous communities while also changing Ottawa’s requirements to financial transparency. In December 2015, the federal government stopped discretionary enforcement measures under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act, which requires First Nations to publicly disclose audited financial statements and chiefs’ and councillors’ pay and expenses. The federal government restored withheld funding and suspended court actions over non-compliance. The law technically remains in force, and Indigenous Services Canada’s funding agreements still require audited financial statements to be shared with community members and the federal government. Meanwhile, some First Nations, including those represented by the St’át’imc Chiefs Council, are legally challenging Prime Minister Carney’s designation of the planned Pacific Link oil pipeline as a project of national interest, asserting inadequate consultation and risks to salmon and fishing rights. The federal government and the project’s proponents promote the oil pipeline as a way to expand overseas exports and generate additional revenue for the federal government and the provincial governments of Alberta and British Columbia. Indigenous communities would also be offered the opportunity to purchase a combined ownership stake of at least 10 per cent, supported by federal and Alberta Indigenous loan guarantee programs. 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First Nations chiefs seek to overturn Prime Minister Carney's national interest status for Pacific Link oil pipeline https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canada-2026-federal-budget-indigenous-communities Sat, 07 Nov 2026 19:19:25 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/biggest-costco-canada Natalia Buia For more than 40 years, Costco has been the go-to spot for Canadians looking to stock up on groceries, bulk pantry items, clothes, electronics, and pretty much anything else they can squeeze into their shopping cart. Although the beloved warehouse giant got its start in Seattle, Wash., it didn’t take long to migrate 217 kilometres north and open its first Canadian location in Burnaby, B.C. in 1985. Now you can find Costco stores in countries like Japan, the U.K., Australia, and even New Zealand, among many others. According to the company, there are currently around 115 Costco warehouses across Canada, with more on the way in Alberta and other provinces. WHERE CAN YOU FIND THE BIGGEST COSTCO IN CANADA? Well, you’ll have to head east for this one. And maybe bring a second shopping cart, because this place is massive. In 2019, a whopping 190,000-square-foot Costco warehouse opened in Galway, a neighbourhood in St. John’s, N.L., making it the largest Costco in Canada. According to CBC, which covered the grand opening, Costco’s only warehouse on the island has over 500 workers, 1,000 parking spaces, and a gas station with 24 pumps. Get ready to stock up on giant boxes of Kirkland Signature peanut butter and enough toilet paper to last until next Christmas. For comparison, the world’s largest Costco is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Sprawling 235,000 square feet — roughly the size of four football fields — it’s both a traditional Costco warehouse and a business centre under one roof. Now, when it comes to the Canadian province with the most Costco locations, do you think you know the answer? That would be Ontario with 43 existing warehouses. That number is expected to grow, with new locations planned for communities like Caledon, Oakville, and Wasaga Beach. Quebec comes in second with 25 locations, followed by Alberta with 20. Meanwhile, Prince Edward Island and Canada’s three territories are currently Costco-less. There is a new Costco warehouse opening in Winnipeg, Man., on Nov. 13, but it is unclear whether that will be even bigger than the Galway location. For now, Newfoundlanders can proudly claim bragging rights for having Canada’s biggest Costco… not that anyone needs another reason to make a trip for a $1.50 hot dog or anything. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/biggest-costco-canada Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:53 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/small-towns-canada-hallmark-movies Natalia Buia We’ve reached that point in the year when we’re enjoying more cozy nights at home, under a fuzzy blanket, with a questionable number of festive movies queued on TV. I don’t know about you, but the second Halloween (both the holiday and the slasher franchise marathon on AMC) wraps up, I’m ready to switch over to full-blown cheesy Hallmark movie mode. It’s a tale as old as time: big city gal moves to a charming small town, gets into a heated argument with the local bakery owner, and somehow ends up falling in love at a pumpkin patch or Christmas market. Step and repeat. Having spent most of my life in a major Canadian city, I often fantasize about ditching the concrete jungle for a quiet town tucked away in the mountains. Maybe fall in love with a lumberjack with a golden retriever. Who knows. And that’s the beauty of these movies we love to hate… and hate to love. They’re cringy and cheesy, frustratingly formulaic, and wildly unrealistic. But you have to give them credit because they do a pretty fantastic job of showcasing the gorgeous settings in the regions they’re filmed in – and I’ll have you know, many of them are indeed filmed in Canada. Our country is full of picturesque communities with charming main streets, historic buildings and mountain or waterfront views that look like they belong on the big screen. So, if you’re ready to live out your Hallmark movie fantasy (minus the awkward third-act breakup), here are eight small towns and cities across Canada worth adding to your travel list. MAHONE BAY, N.S. Mahone Bay is a sleepy seaside town with colourful, historic homes, cozy coffee shops, and several beautiful churches lined up along the harbour. You can’t get more Hallmarks than that! This stunning Nova Scotia community has all the ingredients for a feel-good romantic comedy, including a picturesque waterfront, a slower pace of life and plenty of seasonal festivities in the ‘ber months. DAWSON CITY, YUKON Dawson City might be small, but it has more personality than some big cities. It’s got lots of colourful frontier-style buildings, wooden boardwalks, dirt roads and a fascinating Gold Rush history that makes you feel like you’ve stepped into another era. It’s easy to picture a big-city newcomer arriving here for a fresh start, getting caught up in the charm of the locals and discovering that maybe a quieter life isn’t such a bad idea after all. ALMONTE, ONT. Almonte might just be the closest thing Canada has to an actual Hallmark movie set. In fact, it’s earned the nickname “Mini Hollywood North” thanks to the many Christmas movies filmed in the area. The gorgeous town is filled with red-brick historic buildings, quirky boutiques and cozy cafes and bistros, all set along the Mississippi River. Whether you’re wandering the waterfront or browsing the adorable downtown storefronts, there’s a festive, small-town feel (and maybe an eligible bachelor) around every corner. ELORA, ONT. Elora is pretty much what you’d get if you took everything you love about a Hallmark movie and brought it to life. Come winter, the small town of around 8,000 people gets even more magical, with twinkling lights and festive markets that make you want to grab a hot chocolate, bundle up and go for a romantic stroll. It’s that place where you kind of expect to bump into your childhood sweetheart while shopping for Christmas ornaments. CANMORE, ALTA Canmore has all the makings of a Hallmark movie, but with a little more adventure thrown into the mix. With a population of around 17,000, it has that small-town feel, but there’s still plenty happening from seasonal festivals and outdoor activities, plus plenty of boutiques and restaurants to explore. The snow-covered streets, charming mountain lodges, and jaw-dropping backdrop of the Three Sisters make it especially dreamy during the holidays. NELSON, B.C. With more than 350 beautifully preserved heritage buildings, Nelson looks like it was specifically designed to be a Hallmark (or Disney) movie set. Tucked into the Selkirk Mountains, this artsy little town is full of character, with historic storefronts and the occasional vintage streetcar zipping by. Baker Street is especially charming when the lights come on and the snow starts falling, so keep that in mind if you’re planning on visiting soon. WOLSELEY, SASK. Often considered one of the prettiest towns on the Prairies, Wolseley is built around a beautiful lake complete with a swinging bridge. There’s also the gorgeous historic Town Hall and Opera House, which adds plenty of old-school character to the town. In winter, when the lake freezes, it becomes a skating hot spot for the whole community. So, it’s easy to imagine a festive love story unfolding here, complete with a little drama around the Christmas tree lighting, of course. KASLO, B.C. If a Hallmark movie were set in a secluded mountain town where everyone knows everyone, Kaslo would be the perfect backdrop. Tucked between the Selkirk Mountains and Kootenay Lake, this little village has a charming historic downtown, a beautiful waterfront and the iconic SS Moyie, one of Canada’s oldest preserved sternwheelers. There’s also a lovely public beach, scenic hiking trails, local art galleries and pubs that bring everyone together. Are there any towns or small cities we missed? Let us know in the comments below. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/small-towns-canada-hallmark-movies Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:39 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/canadas-best-christmas-store-near-edmonton Allison Stephen While most people are still enjoying summer, Christmas begins in August for staff at the Greenland Garden Centre. The garden centre, which is located east of Edmonton, transforms into a winter wonderland each year, with countless Christmas displays offering inspiration for anyone looking to decorate their home head-to-toe for the holidays. Beyond the thoughtfully decorated displays of trees, wreaths, garlands, and ornaments, the site is also home to a festive light show that attracts thousands of visitors, a holiday market featuring local artisans and vendors, and its beloved Country Christmas event. Greenland’s journey to becoming what it calls “Canada’s best Christmas store” began in 1992, when it started with just two small decorated trees. Today, it’s closer to 45. We chatted with Greenland Co-founder Deb Sirman about how the business has grown into a holiday hotspot. She told us that planning starts in November of the year before. “From the beginning, I wanted it to be a year-round destination,” she said. That was especially important given the challenges of operating a garden centre in Alberta’s harsh winters. The Christmas store, restaurant, and seasonal events all help bring people through the doors during the colder months. One of those events is Lights in the Park, which kicked off on Friday. The light display draws thousands of visitors, including groups arriving by the busload, with proceeds going to the food bank. You might also like: - Music festival near Edmonton says it will not return for 2027 - Ticket sales soar past 30K for Edmonton Elks playoff game - What Edmonton's proposed 2027 budget could mean for your wallet “The light show has attracted so many people, because every culture enjoys lights, even if they don’t celebrate Christmas, she said. “That’s exactly what our goal is: just get people to know us and keep us open on a year-round basis.” “It’s a labour of love,” she added. Other traditions include Country Christmas, which dates back to Greenland’s first holiday season in 1991. The event, which supports the Strathcona Christmas Bureau, features hay rides, cookie decorating, and marshmallow roasting. If that isn’t enough to draw you in, the garden centre’s Christmas market brings local artisans and vendors together on Nov. 7 and 8 for a weekend of holiday shopping. But while the market, lights, and decor give people more than enough reasons to visit, Sirman believes the personalized service is what really sets Greenland apart as the country’s best holiday destination. “When people have a problem designing their tree, we will spend an hour or two helping them. There’s no extra charge for that.” GREENLAND GARDEN CENTRE Address: 23108 Highway 16, Sherwood Park, Alta. Instagram https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/canadas-best-christmas-store-near-edmonton Sat, 07 Nov 2026 15:00:01 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/largest-year-round-christmas-store-in-canada-alberta Kaiya Williams Shopping in Banff often means finding souvenirs to remember your trip to the Rockies, but one store focuses on bringing Christmas home. The Spirit of Christmas is Canada’s largest year-round Christmas store, and it has been bringing holiday cheer to the mountain town for 40 years. Inside, you’ll find two floors filled with ornaments, decorations, collectible Christmas village displays, and so much more. Now let’s take a further look at what’s waiting for you inside the shop. WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS WHAT IS THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS? With 5,000 square feet dedicated to the holidays, The Spirit of Christmas is Canada’s largest year-round Christmas store. According to The Spirit of Christmas, the store first opened in 1986 and gives tourists a place to get into the holiday spirit no matter the month they’re exploring the Rockies. WHAT CAN I FIND AT THE STORE? The store has just about everything you could want for the holidays, from Christmas tree decorations and ornaments to figurines and collectibles. The shelves are filled with pieces from brands like Department 56 and Jim Shore, alongside collections inspired by the Canadian Rockies. According to The Spirit of Christmas, the store personalizes more than 10,000 ornaments each year, so if you’re visiting Banff for a special occasion or want to pick up a gift, you can have your ornament customized to remember it. Beyond the Christmas decorations, the store also carries Halloween and Easter decorations, so even if you’re not shopping for the tree, you might still find something worth bringing home. WHERE IS THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS? The Spirit of Christmas is located in Banff, Alta., right on the town’s main shopping street. The store is open seven days a week, with hours from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Monday to Wednesday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Thursday to Sunday. With the holiday season inching closer, now’s the perfect time to stop by The Spirit of Christmas and get a head start on your gift shopping. And if you can’t make it this Christmas, don’t worry — the store is open year-round, so there’s always time to stop by! THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS When: Open seven days a week Time: Monday to Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Thursday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Where: 133 Banff Ave., Banff, Alta. Cost: Free to visit https://dailyhive.com/calgary/largest-year-round-christmas-store-in-canada-alberta Sat, 07 Nov 2026 11:03:57 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/canada-federal-plan-end-homelessness-10-years-2026-budget Kenneth Chan Prime Minister Mark Carney is setting a 10-year goal to put Canada on a “path to end homelessness,” putting aside about $29 billion for a plan that combines housing construction with new specialized healthcare facilities for people with complex needs, rental housing assistance, and other community supports. Outlined in the 2026 federal budget released yesterday, the strategy would see the Government of Canada help pay for the upfront capital cost of constructing buildings and facilities, while expecting the lower levels of government in the provinces to fund their ongoing operations and the services residents need to avoid homelessness. The budget intends to completely reshape Canada’s current strategies in order to put the country on a path to “ending homelessness” within a decade — setting the conditions to do so. Achieving that goal would require cooperation among federal, provincial, territorial, and municipal governments, as well as Indigenous partners, non-profit organizations, charities, businesses, and developers. You might also like: - How a knock on my door sparked a $7-million push to help Vancouver's homeless - Opinion: Wrap-around supports are crucial for Metro Vancouver's homeless youth - Opinion: Refusing change is a choice, and it's keeping the Downtown Eastside in crisis - Opinion: Vancouver is Canada's dumping ground for the homeless, and this needs to stop - Federal government to expand Canadians' access to 30-year insured mortgages and make rates easier to compare - Federal government to extend Canada's foreign buyer's ban to 2029 while exempting new homes “Canada has the resources, the people, and the will to end homelessness — but every level of government and each sector has a role to play. It requires forward-thinking action: stable housing and a comprehensive set of services — including health care, mental health and addictions treatment, crisis services, and other community supports. We are committed to changing how Canada addresses homelessness and supports those who are unhoused, because every Canadian should have the security of a warm home,” reads the budget. “That is why Budget 2026 is putting significant federal resources toward helping create the conditions to end homelessness within 10 years. This is a call to action for every level of government, Indigenous partners, the private sector, and the not-for-profit sector to come together to reach this goal.” The budget includes $11.2 billion over four years beginning in the 2027/2028 fiscal year, followed by $17.8 billion over the remaining six fiscal years. Overall, under the 10-year goal, this includes $2.36 billion in the 2027/2028 fiscal year, followed by $3.62 billion in 2028/2029 and $2.62 billion in each of 2029/2030 and 2030/2031. The package brings together new initiatives and extensions of existing programs, including monthly help with rent for Canadians with low incomes. “Tonight, thousands of Canadians will sleep in shelters or on the street, with none of the security or stability that adequate housing provides. We can do better. We must do better. And we will do better,” said François-Philippe Champagne, the federal minister of finance and national revenue, during his budget address yesterday. “With Budget 2026, we are putting Canada on a path to end homelessness within 10 years. We will renew the Reaching Home program and the Veteran Homelessness Program. We will work with provinces, territories, and Indigenous partners to link housing with mental health, addiction, and community care services. Through Build Canada Homes, we will build more affordable housing. The investments we make today will define our society tomorrow.” A SHIFT TO ALSO FOCUS ON TREATMENT, NOT JUST PROVIDING HOUSING Under the revamped approach, housing would be linked with services such as mental healthcare, addictions treatment, employment assistance, training, and income support. The aim is to help people find a home and address the circumstances that could otherwise leave them homeless again. A major part of the package is an additional $10 billion through the federal government’s Build Canada Homes for new supportive housing and transitional housing across the country. This includes $3.6 billion over four years starting in 2027/2028, with another $6.4 billion in later years. It is emphasized that federal funding would cover capital costs, such as construction. Provincial and territorial governments would be expected to pay for ongoing operations and services for residents. Another $5 billion would establish an Integrated Supports Fund, which would also be achieved through Build Canada Homes. The federal government would provide $1.8 billion over four years beginning in 2027/2028, followed by $3.2 billion in later years. This fund would back projects combining housing with healthcare and social services. It could help create supportive housing and transitional housing, convert existing buildings, and attract investment from businesses and charitable donors. The budget also provides $2 billion over two years — beginning in 2027/2028 — for the Health Infrastructure Fund under the Build Communities Strong Fund to help build mental health and addictions treatment facilities. These facilities would help people receive the treatment they need before their conditions become part of the country’s mental health and addictions crisis. Alongside those investments, the federal government is looking to extend two existing homelessness programs for another decade. Reaching Home and the Veterans Homelessness Program would receive a combined $2.1 billion over three years beginning in 2028/2029, plus $4.4 billion in subsequent years. This funding would continue to support homelessness services and prevention efforts, including assistance specifically for veterans. The Canada Housing Benefit would also be renewed for 10 years, with $1.7 billion over three years starting in 2028/2029 and another $3.9 billion in later years. The benefit provides monthly rental assistance to Canadians with low incomes, helping them find and keep housing. The federal government’s new approach addresses a longstanding gap in Canada’s homelessness response: providing someone with a home does not, by itself, provide the treatment and daily assistance they may need to remain there. The federal government’s previous “Housing First” policy and funding priorities first began in 2014 under Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s Conservative administration, emphasizing getting people into permanent housing without requiring abstinence or participation in treatment beforehand. Although that previous model includes healthcare and individual support, a 2025 Mental Health Commission of Canada report identified inadequate funding, staffing challenges, and inconsistent implementation as barriers to delivering it effectively. In British Columbia, for example, the outgoing BC NDP-led provincial government previously acknowledged that some people with severe mental health and addictions issues, brain injuries, and other complex conditions need more care than conventional supportive housing provides. B.C.’s supportive housing standard is largely non-clinical. In 2022, the B.C. government created a new variation of supportive housing called complex care housing, which provides extensive wrap-around clinical and support services, with some of these complex care housing units situated within a portion of the supportive housing buildings. In Metro Vancouver, residents and businesses near some supportive housing sites have blamed inadequate care, staffing, and oversight for crime, open drug use, public disorder, and sanitation problems spilling into surrounding neighbourhoods and commercial areas. These complaints — and fears of similar impacts elsewhere — have fuelled local opposition to new supportive housing and associated services, alongside demands for adequate mental health and addictions treatment, stronger security, and greater accountability from governments, health authorities, and the non-profit housing operators. The federal government now explicitly connects its new housing investments with an expectation that the lower levels of government will strengthen funding for ongoing operations, healthcare, and other supports, and demonstrate results. “Homelessness remains one of Canada’s most urgent social challenges. But homelessness is not inevitable. It is the result of gaps across housing, health, mental health, addictions, and social support systems,” reads the budget. The federal budget points to Winnipeg as an early example of how the combined optimized housing and healthcare services model could work as a partnership between the federal and provincial governments. The federal budget announcement yesterday highlighted the agreement with Manitoba’s provincial government, and Prime Minister Carney and federal Minister of Housing and Infrastructure Gregor Robertson were in Winnipeg today for the partnership’s formal announcement. The partnership with Manitoba will bring over $1 billion in new capital spending through Build Canada Homes. This includes the Winnipeg Centre for Mental Health and Addictions, which will bring acute and outpatient care with permanent supportive housing, transitional housing, and wraparound services. Up to $800 million in funding will be provided to build 2,000 new units of supportive housing and transitional housing in Manitoba, with the provincial government agreeing to provide funding enabling a certain standard for ongoing healthcare and support services. For other areas of the country where such issues are also acute, the federal government intends to work with other provincial governments on their separate housing agreements ahead of the federal Spring 2027 Economic Update. “This work will align these agreements with the goal of putting Canada on a path to end homelessness in 10 years, protect existing non-market housing stock, take into consideration the expanded role of Build Canada Homes, and make responsibilities clearer for delivering affordable housing and targeted affordability supports,” reads the budget. “As we increase capital investments, provinces and territories will be expected to strengthen funding for operations, health care, and wraparound supports, and to demonstrate progress against shared outcomes.” HOW REALISTIC IS THE GOAL OF PUTTING CANADA ON A PATH TO “END HOMELESSNESS”? The federal budget’s repeated references to putting Canada on a path to “end homelessness” carry a familiar echo for Vancouver, the epicentre of Canada’s homelessness, mental health, and addictions crisis. Leading the federal housing and homelessness portfolio is Minister Robertson, who served as Vancouver’s mayor from 2008 to 2018. During his first mayoral campaign in 2008, Robertson promised to end street homelessness in Vancouver by 2015. Of course, that deadline passed without the goal being achieved. It should be emphasized that a key distinction lies in how the goals are framed: Robertson’s 2008 promise was to end street homelessness in Vancouver by 2015, while the 2026 federal budget emphasizes creating the conditions to put Canada on a path toward ending homelessness within 10 years. When asked by media during today’s press conference in Winnipeg why he believed the federal effort could succeed when his Vancouver vow went unfulfilled, Robertson pointed to insufficient funding and cooperation from the federal and provincial governments during his time as mayor. “We did not have the support as a city. We set the goal, the federal and provincial governments were not coordinating, were not investing at the scale that was needed to solve the challenge in Vancouver,” said Robertson during today’s press conference in Winnipeg. He said the severity of Vancouver’s homelessness crisis had motivated his decision to run for mayor. He pointed to the homeless shelters subsequently opened and operated by the city, along with the construction of 500 temporary modular homes in a single year — towards the end of this mayoral tenure — with provincial government assistance, as examples of progress during his time as the mayor of Vancouver. However, he argued that achieving lasting results required a broader effort involving all levels of government and the people delivering services on the ground. “It takes the coordination of all levels of government. It takes the support of all the people working on the street,” he said. He also emphasized the involvement of Indigenous governments, noting the significant challenges homelessness poses for Indigenous people across Canada. “We all have to do this together. We all have to be jointly focused on achieving this goal and implementing these changes and connecting the dots between the help, the housing and the health. Those things have to be integrated, and we have to deliver them together at pace,” continued the minister. You might also like: - How a knock on my door sparked a $7-million push to help Vancouver's homeless - Opinion: Wrap-around supports are crucial for Metro Vancouver's homeless youth - Opinion: Refusing change is a choice, and it's keeping the Downtown Eastside in crisis - Opinion: Vancouver is Canada's dumping ground for the homeless, and this needs to stop - Federal government to expand Canadians' access to 30-year insured mortgages and make rates easier to compare - Federal government to extend Canada's foreign buyer's ban to 2029 while exempting new homes https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canada-federal-plan-end-homelessness-10-years-2026-budget Fri, 06 Nov 2026 23:39:47 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/duchess-atelier-edmonton Alyssa Gallardo Edmonton’s own Duchess Bake Shop has a spot where they help teach guests the skills needed to create some of the spot’s signature baked goods and desserts. The popular French bakery, Duchess Bake Shop, just announced that new Duchess Atelier classes have been released, with a number of opportunities to bake in the coming weeks. These classes give beginner bakers and seasoned professionals a place to learn new skills, hone the ones they have, and make something delightful in a welcoming and relaxed environment. For this holiday season coming up, the bake shop has loads of classes on the calendar, leading right up to Christmas. >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Duchess Bake Shop (@duchessbakeshop) The classes that have just dropped include: - Custom Perfuming at Duchess - German Christmas Cookies with Margaret - Sourdough with Chez Belmont Bread - Duke Cake - Holiday Baking (several different seasonal treats) - Holiday Cookie Box - Lemon Fest - Macaron - Macaron Gateau – Macaron Wreath - Mini Holiday Cakes - Spiced Harvest (a kids class aimed toward ages eight and above) You might also like: - An all-new bubble tea shop is opening up next week in Edmonton - OpenTable's Top 100 in Canada just dropped and one Edmonton restaurant made the list - This family-owned noodle house is opening a new location near Edmonton You can book any one of these classes online on the shop’s website. If you’re looking to get a spot at one of these coveted classes, be quick; these tickets go fast. Some of the classes have already sold out, like their Vintage Cake workshop and the community class with Chef Michel from Olia. No matter if you’re with friends, family, or on your own solo-date, this engaging food-forward activity is definitely one you’ll want to check out soon. Still hungry? Discover Dished Edmonton on TikTok https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/duchess-atelier-edmonton Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:53:08 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/alberta-premier-shoutout-oilers-podkolzin-lopsided-fight Colton Pankiw Alberta Premier Danielle Smith was loving what she saw from Edmonton Oilers forward Vasily Podkolzin on Thursday night. The Oilers went head-to-head with the Anaheim Ducks last night in a scrappy affair that saw the latter walk away with a 5-4 victory. The score, however, wasn’t the main talking point. The fireworks between the two Pacific Division rivals started early in the first period, when captain Connor McDavid was hit hard by Ducks defenceman Drew Helleson after driving the net. After staying down on the ice to gather himself, McDavid then got up and tried to go after Helleson. Seeing how enraged the 29-year-old was, Podkolzin took it upon himself to get involved. The Russian winger jumped in and threw several punches at Helleson, which wound up resulting in him being ejected from the game. Despite being ejected, fans were absolutely loving Podkolzin coming to the defence of McDavid. That included Premier Smith, who took to X to praise the 25-year-old on Friday morning. “Yup, that’s how you stand up for the Captain,” Smith wrote. “Atta boy Podzy!” > Yup, that’s how you stand up for the Captain. Atta boy Podzy! 🥊 https://t.co/tgwpfkqPBr > > — Danielle Smith (@ABDanielleSmith) November 6, 2026 As for the Oilers themselves, they too loved seeing Podkolzin stick up for their captain. What they didn’t agree with, however, was that he was thrown out of the game as a result. “The reaction is what it should have been,” head coach Mike Babcock said. “I didn’t like the fact that you get an instigator on a thing where they’ve run your guy into the net. But that’s not up to the referees; that’s up for us to look after.” Babcock clearly wanted to say more on the matter, but avoided doing so to avoid a potential fine from the league. “I’m just going to stop talking,” he said. McDavid himself, meanwhile, wasn’t too happy about the hit from Helleson, twice referring to it as “dangerous” when speaking with reporters postgame. These two teams will meet up once again on Dec. 20 in a game at Rogers Place that suddenly seems as though it will be must-watch TV. You might also like: - Wayne Gretzky sides with Mark Carney over Russia's World Juniors ban https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/alberta-premier-shoutout-oilers-podkolzin-lopsided-fight Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:23:41 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/federal-budget-2026-taxes Irish Mae Silvestre Proposed changes in the latest federal government 2026 budget could make tax season just a bit easier for Canadians. If approved, several proposed changes could affect how Canadians file their taxes, claim expenses, and access tax credits. One of the biggest changes would give most Canadians more time to file their returns. There’s also proposed tax relief for Canadian artists, while Canadians with foreign investments could face fewer reporting requirements. Here’s a look at the proposed changes that could affect you. CANADIANS COULD HAVE MORE TIME TO FILE TAXES With the government proposing to push the deadline from April 30 to May 15, Canadians could soon have extra time to file their taxes. These changes would apply to employees, self-employed Canadians and their spouses or common-law partners, starting in the 2027 tax year. Currently, most employees must file and pay their taxes by April 30. Self-employed Canadians have until June 15 to file, but must pay any taxes owed by April 30. Under the proposed changes, both deadlines would move to May 15 for everyone. FEWER CANADIANS MAY HAVE TO MAKE QUARTERLY PAYMENTS Canadians who owe income tax may no longer have to make quarterly payments. Currently, Canadians are required to make quarterly tax instalments if they expect to owe over $3,000 in taxes ($1,800 in Quebec). The government wants to raise that limit to $7,500 and $4,500 starting in 2028. This means that fewer Canadians may have to make payments throughout the year. MORE TIME TO DISPUTE TAX ASSESSMENT Don’t agree with a tax assessment from the CRA? You could have more time to challenge it. According to proposed changes, most taxpayers would have one year from the date the CRA sends their notice of assessment to file an objection, up from the current 90 days. TAX RELIEF FOR CANADIAN ARTISTS The new Canada Creative Credit is a new tax relief that could provide support to artists “as they foster creativity, artistic production, and cultural entrepreneurship in Canada.” Artists could soon qualify for a new non-refundable tax credit that, when combined with the Basic Personal Amount, could cover up to $45,000 in annual eligible income earned from their original creative work. EMPLOYED ARTISTS COULD DEDUCT MORE WORK-RELATED EXPENSES In keeping with government efforts to support Canadian artists, the government wants to let employed artists deduct more of their expenses related to their work. Currently, eligible artists can deduct up to $1,000 or 20 per cent of their eligible employment income, whichever is lower. The changes mean they could deduct eligible work expenses up to the full amount of their employment income from eligible artistic activities, removing the existing $1,000 limit. REPORTING TAXES COULD BE EASIER FOR CANADIANS WITH FOREIGN INVESTMENTS Canadians could face fewer tax reporting requirements for foreign investments, as the government wants to increase the reporting threshold. Currently, Canadians with over $100,000 in certain foreign investments or income-earning property must file a Foreign Income Verification Statement. Now, the government wants to raise that limit to $200,000. They also want to increase the limit for simplified reporting from $250,000 to $500,000. COMBINING RRSPS AND RRIFS Canadians are required to convert their Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) into Registered Retirement Income Funds (RRIFs) when they turn 71. Now, the government wants to simplify the process by combining both into one account called an “RRSP for life.” If approved, the changes would mean that Canadians can keep their RRSPs instead of switching accounts. However, they would still have to make minimum withdrawals after 71. MAKING IT EASIER TO CLAIM HOME ACCESSIBILITY TAX CREDIT Canadians who renovate their homes to make them safer or more accessible for seniors or people with disabilities can claim the Home Accessibility Tax Credit to offset costs. Currently, claimants must keep track of renovation expenses and provide supporting documentation, such as invoices and receipts. New changes would mean that eligible homeowners and family members would be able to claim a flat $1,000 in renovation expenses without having to calculate actual costs. Some proof of expenses would still be required, and this flat-rate option can only be claimed once in a person’s lifetime. LESS PAPERWORK TO CLAIM MEDICAL EXPENSES It could soon be much easier for Canadians to claim certain medical expenses on their taxes. The government wants to simplify the process by removing the prescription requirement for some medical expenses. For expenses that could be used for non-medical reasons, Canadians would need a medical practitioner to certify their condition instead of getting a prescription. The government also proposed changes that could save Canadians more money. You might also like: - Justin Trudeau lands new gig at one of the world's most prestigious schools - Here's how Canada's 2026 federal budget could save you money - Four Canadian friends who won $90M Lotto Max jackpot had a very cheeky group chat name https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/federal-budget-2026-taxes Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:19:54 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/canada-ice-rink-improvement-fund-federal-budget Kenneth Chan In a country where many childhood memories often include a pair of skates, Ottawa’s latest play for Canadian pride is heading to the local ice rink. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s 2026 federal budget, announced yesterday, includes $750 million for ice rinks across the country, as a part of a broader effort to strengthen national unity and the community spaces where many Canadians spend time together. The budget presents these investments as part of Canada’s cultural infrastructure, placing the neighbourhood arena alongside libraries, museums, and other public spaces that help people feel connected to their communities and country. You might also like: - Canada 160: Federal government sets aside $325 million for 2027 celebrations to boost national pride - Opinion: Canada should host the Olympics again to reignite national and civic pride - Prime Minister Carney opens door to reforming or abolishing Canada's Indian Act - New permanent VANCOUVER sign's installation further delayed until early 2027 - World-class short-track speed skating competition to return annually to Vancouver's Pacific Coliseum “Arenas, ice rinks, and recreational facilities are at the heart of many communities across Canada. They are where so many Canadians first learn to skate, where young Canadians gather after school and adults lace up after work, and where families and friends huddle in the stands for the sports they love. But many of these facilities are aging and need significant investment to remain safe, accessible, and ready to serve their communities for years to come,” reads the budget. The ice rink allocation represents half of a $1.5-billion package for community recreation infrastructure over a nine-year period through the federal Build Communities Strong Fund. The other half is $750 million in additional funding for other types of community recreational facilities. This funding would support repairs and modernization of existing facilities, as well as expansions and new construction. That could give the initiative a role in both extending the lifespan of aging ice rinks and creating new facilities to skate and play. The federal government is aiming to spend $680 million of the combined $1.5 billion for such investments over the next four fiscal years, including $80 million in 2027/2028 and $200 million each in 2028/2029, 2029/2030, and 2030/2031. “This measure would benefit all Canadians, while people who use rinks for hockey, figure skating, learn-to-skate programs, public skating and other activities would benefit more directly,” reads the budget, which notes that the “benefits are expected to lean toward men, boys, and youth,” with this demographic representing about 81 per cent of Hockey Canada registrations. Moreover, children and youth overall represent about 75 per cent. The capital investments in ice rinks and other community recreational facilities sit alongside other investments to boost national pride and culture, including $325 million for Canada 160 initiatives — celebrations, events, festivals, and new infrastructure to mark the country’s 160th birthday in 2027, similar to Canada 150 in 2017. This also includes $100 million from the Build Communities Strong Fund, specifically for new capital investments in new and improved community spaces as a lasting legacy. “In 2027, Canada will mark its 160th anniversary. It will be a moment for Canadians to come together. To celebrate our communities. To discover more of our country. And to pass on what we love about Canada to the next generation,” said François-Philippe Champagne, the federal minister of finance and national revenue, during his budget address. “That is why Budget 2026 will invest in the places and experiences that bring Canadians together. The community spaces where neighbours meet and newcomers find their footing. The festivals where communities celebrate their traditions. The museums, parks, and historic sites where Canadians discover their country. We will also revitalise the arenas and rinks where generations of Canadians have learned to skate, play, and dream.” You might also like: - Canada 160: Federal government sets aside $325 million for 2027 celebrations to boost national pride - Opinion: Canada should host the Olympics again to reignite national and civic pride - Prime Minister Carney opens door to reforming or abolishing Canada's Indian Act - New permanent VANCOUVER sign's installation further delayed until early 2027 - World-class short-track speed skating competition to return annually to Vancouver's Pacific Coliseum https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canada-ice-rink-improvement-fund-federal-budget Fri, 06 Nov 2026 20:40:45 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/fairgrounds-south-park-edmonton-pickleball Allison Stephen Grab your paddle and gather some pals, because a new pickleball club is coming to South Edmonton. Fairgrounds, a sports and social club focused on bringing people together, is opening a new location at South Park Centre, between Calgary Trail and Gateway Boulevard. The Edmonton location will feature seven premium indoor pickleball courts, along with a pro shop, lounge, and gym space. The club will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., making it easy to gather whenever. Fairgrounds describes itself as a “non-club club” for people who enjoy staying active and socializing, with membership options ranging from paid to free plans. Beyond court bookings, members can also take advantage of coaching and clinics, offering opportunities to improve their pickleball game with feedback and drills. You might also like: - A huge Edmonton warehouse sale has up to 70% off three big brands soon - Music festival near Edmonton says it will not return for 2027 - Ticket sales soar past 30K for Edmonton Elks playoff game The Edmonton location is part of a growing network of 26 Fairgrounds clubs across Canada, which spans 22 cities across five provinces. Other Alberta locations opening or opening soon include Red Deer and Calgary. In a social media post on Oct. 26, the club said the Edmonton location is getting closer to opening, with memberships expected to become available soon. >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Fairgrounds Racket Club (@visitfairgrounds) Are you looking forward to Fairgrounds opening in Edmonton? Let us know in the comments. FAIRGROUNDS SOUTH PARK Address: South Park Centre — 3803 Calgary Tr. NW https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/fairgrounds-south-park-edmonton-pickleball Fri, 06 Nov 2026 20:38:04 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/gretzky-sides-carney-russia-world-junior-ban Colton Pankiw Wayne Gretzky is throwing his support behind Prime Minister Mark Carney’s decision to prevent Russian hockey players from competing at the upcoming World Junior Championship in Alberta. The hockey legend spoke to reporters Friday at an event in Toronto hosted by Upper Deck, where he was asked about Canada’s position following a controversial ruling that could have allowed Russia to return to international hockey competition. “I understand the stance the prime minister has taken, and good for him. He’s made that stance, and he’s made it clear, and I think a lot of the players and the people of Canada feel the same way,” Gretzky told reporters. Gretzky also expressed his opposition to the ongoing war in Ukraine, which began with Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022. “Nobody likes war, right? We definitely don’t want to see this. We hope it ends. We wish it didn’t start,” he added. The comments come after Carney announced Tuesday that Russian and Belarusian athletes would not be permitted to represent their countries at sporting events on Canadian soil while the war continues. The federal government said it would use its immigration powers to prevent Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials from entering Canada, effectively keeping Russia out of the 2027 World Juniors in Edmonton and Red Deer. The decision followed a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport that the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) must reinstate Russian teams into international competition, beginning with the upcoming World Juniors. Russia and Belarus have been excluded from IIHF competitions since the invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Several European hockey federations have also voiced opposition to Russia’s return, with multiple countries threatening not to play against the nation while the war continues. Gretzky’s comments are particularly interesting given his own Ukrainian heritage. His paternal grandmother was from Ternopil Oblast in western Ukraine. The 2027 World Junior Championship is scheduled to begin Dec. 26, with Edmonton and Red Deer serving as the two host cities. Canada will enter the tournament looking to capture its first gold medal since 2023, while the ongoing dispute over Russia’s potential return has become one of the biggest off-ice storylines surrounding this year’s event. You might also like: - Canadian Prime Minister Carney won't let Russia's hockey team into the country https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/gretzky-sides-carney-russia-world-junior-ban Fri, 06 Nov 2026 20:32:15 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/blue-jays-guerrero-gift-mom-car Marley Dickinson Toronto Blue Jays star Vlad Guerrero Jr. has been making the most of his offseason back home in the Dominican Republic. Guerrero has spent the time off doing a little bit of everything, from hanging out on his farm with family to fishing with the boys. He’s also been giving back to the people who matter most to him. On Thursday, Guerrero shared a video to his Instagram story showing him surprising his mother, Riquelma Ramos, with a brand-new luxury SUV. He shared a photo of his mom posing with the 2026 Lexus LX 600, writing, “Te amo, te mereces eso y más,” which translates to “I love you, you deserve that and more.” This gift to his mom wasn’t cheap. A Lexus LX 600 starts around $157,000, and this model Vlad bought appears to be suped up with a luxury, burnt-orange leather interior. Only the best from Toronto’s $500-million man to his mother. Guerrero and his mother have always shared a close relationship. Each season, the Blue Jays slugger has typically worn pink gloves, socks or cleats throughout May to honour the woman who raised him. Besides spending time with his friends and family, Guerrero also apparently has been putting in work with his dad, Hall of Famer Vlad Guerrero Sr., in hopes of getting his swing back on track. Guerrero is coming off his most frustrating season yet in his Blue Jays tenure. The six-time All-Star struggled to find power off the bat all season and hit for a career-worst .260 at the plate. That’s a long way from the 20+ homers he hit in his five previous seasons. You might also like: - Former Blue Jays player gets elected in U.S. midterms https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/blue-jays-guerrero-gift-mom-car Fri, 06 Nov 2026 20:13:26 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/girl-guide-cookies-canadian-tradition Daily Hive Branded Content Remember the thrill of Girl Guide cookie season arriving? Maybe you were the Girl Guide heading door to door with your friends on a weekend. Maybe you were the kid at school begging your mom for some spare change to secure a box of the iconic Chocolatey Mint cookies from a friend. Or, maybe you were firmly on one side of the great chocolate vs. vanilla debate and have never really let it go. However you remember it, these classic Canadian cookies likely have a special place in your heart. Which means you’ll be pleased to know that Girl Guide cookie season is underway, with the iconic Chocolatey Mint cookies available in communities across Canada. These nostalgic treats are officially back and the story behind each box is about a whole lot more than cookies. THE SWEET TRADITION BEHIND THE COOKIE FUNDRAISING For anyone who knows the cookies, but not the empowering mission behind them, here’s what you need to know: Girl Guides is a Canadian organization working to be a catalyst for empowering girls and these boxes of cookies are its official fundraiser. Every fall, local groups get together to fundraise with those delicious boxes in hand, going door to door and setting up in front of local businesses in their community. Along the way, girls get hands-on experience with goal setting, financial literacy, teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making. The well-known tradition goes all the way back to 1927, when a Girl Guide leader in Regina, Saskatchewan, started baking cookies to help her local group raise funds for new uniforms and camping equipment. WHERE YOUR SUPPORT GOES Nearly a century later, cookie fundraising is still a fun, meaningful way for girls to learn, lead, connect, and achieve together. All money raised by the boxes of cookies that you buy goes right back to the Sparks, Embers, Guides, Pathfinders, and Rangers you buy them from, to help support leadership development, activities, camps, travel, and the other outdoor adventures that await them. MORE THAN JUST A BOX OF COOKIES If cookie season has you wanting more than a snack, there are a few ways to get involved and support the Girl Guides in your community. Firstly, if you’ve got a child age five to 17 who’d love the friendship and adventure, you can register your girl to join in on all the fun. If you’d rather lend a hand yourself, you can become a volunteer with a local unit and help girls in your community gain confidence, financial literacy, and other real-world skills. And if you’re not able to grab a box, you can still support girls in Guiding with a donation that helps turn their dreams into real experiences. HOW TO GET YOUR HANDS ON A BOX Thanks to the Girl Guides’ Cookie Finder, your favourite flavour is easier to find than ever. Whether you’re team chocolate, team vanilla, or a die-hard Chocolatey Mint fan, you can track down cookies near you in mere seconds. Just enter your location and cookie preferences and you’ll see where and when cookies are being sold near you. At the end of the day, the power of a Girl Guide cookie isn’t what’s inside the box. It’s what every box makes possible. That’s a pretty sweet impact!   https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/girl-guide-cookies-canadian-tradition Fri, 06 Nov 2026 19:46:49 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/justin-trudeau-oxford-university Natalia Buia Justin Trudeau is taking a page out of the millennial playbook by adding yet another side hustle to his growing resume. This time around, the former prime minister of Canada will be crossing the pond to England, where he’ll be joining one of the world’s most prestigious universities. Oxford University’s Blavatnik School of Government announced on Friday that Trudeau has joined as a Distinguished Fellow and member of its World Leaders Circle. > We are pleased to announce that the Rt. Hon. @JustinTrudeau has joined Oxford University’s Blavatnik School of Government as a Distinguished Fellow and member of the World Leaders Circle. > https://t.co/bhZrLt94TO https://t.co/JqV8ygnbLr > > — Blavatnik School of Government (@BlavatnikSchool) November 6, 2026 Not a bad addition to the LinkedIn profile. Trudeau led the Liberal Party from 2013 to 2025 and served as Canada’s prime minister for a decade before resigning in January 2025. Now, he’ll be bringing his political experience to Oxford, where he’ll engage with students, researchers, and fellow former world leaders on the future of global governance. The school’s World Leaders Circle is an international network of former heads of government who share their experience and insights to help shape the next generation of public leaders. “We are delighted to welcome Justin Trudeau to the School as a Distinguished Fellow and member of our World Leaders Circle,” said Ngaire Woods, professor and dean of the Blavatnik School. Trudeau, who for the last year has kept fairly quiet aside from supporting pop star girlfriend Katy Perry on social media and red carpets, is also looking forward to the new chapter. “I look forward to contributing my experience, exchanging perspectives with fellow leaders, and engaging with the next generation of government and policy leaders as we consider how governments can respond to change and build a more hopeful, inclusive, and prosperous future for everyone,” he said. Trudeau will be visiting Oxford later in November to start his new venture. But it’s not his only post-politics pursuit. Back in September, the 54-year-old former prime minister announced another career pivot at the Toronto International Film Festival, revealing his new production company, Hope & Hard Work. The company plans to develop scripted and unscripted series, including Le Collège, from North of North writers Jessie Gabe and Shebli Zarghami, as well as other “audio and live experiences.” Safe to say, retiring in Margaritaville isn’t on Trudeau’s agenda anytime soon. 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From increased grocery benefit payments to changes to financial support for caregivers, the government’s latest spending plan includes several proposals that could help Canadians save money. “Being masters of our destiny is about having the confidence to build on our strengths and shape our own future,” said François-Philippe Champagne, minister of finance and national revenue. “Canada has the resources, talent and ambition to succeed. Budget 2026 builds on those strengths by unlocking investment, building more at home, strengthening our energy and natural resource advantage, and helping Canadian businesses grow and compete on the world stage.” Here’s a look at the ways that the new federal budget could put more money back in Canadians’ pockets. INCREASED CANADA GROCERIES AND ESSENTIALS BENEFIT PAYMENTS In 2026, Canadians with low and modest incomes were eligible to receive the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) supplement. The government is planning a one-time 50 per cent increase for the 2026-2027 benefit year, which would provide $339 for a single person without children and up to $679 for a couple with two children. REFUNDABLE CANADA CAREGIVER CREDIT Canadian caregivers could soon have more money in their pockets. The Canada Caregiver Credit would become fully refundable, allowing eligible Canadians who are caring for loved ones to receive up to $1,260 each year starting in 2027. An estimated 585,000 caregivers would benefit, including 180,000 additional caregivers who currently don’t receive any support through the credit. The measure is also expected to lift 15,000 individuals out of poverty. CANADA STRONG PASS RETURNS The government is bringing back the Canada Strong Pass, which gives Canadians free and discounted access to Parks Canada sites, participating museums and galleries, as well as free and discounted VIA Rail travel for families. The pass is also getting some new perks in 2027, including discounted admission to Indigenous-led museums and cultural centres. Budget 2026 proposes $76 million in 2027-2028 to support this renewal. In addition, the government wants to make admission to Canada’s national museums permanently free year-round for children and youth under 25, giving families even more opportunities to explore the country’s cultural attractions without having to spend extra on tickets. MORE SUPPORT FOR LOW-INCOME WORKERS One of the proposed changes aims to rename the Canada Workers Benefit to the Build Canada Worker Benefit. The changes would increase support for low-income workers, increasing yearly benefits to $1,859 for single individuals without children (up from $1,709), and $3,143 for families (up from $2,943). Changes would also lower the minimum earnings threshold from $3,000 to $500, and from $1,150 to $200 for the disability supplement. Canadian workers with the lowest earnings could get an additional $675, while those eligible for the disability supplement could get almost $1,000 more. The benefit is expected to help nearly two million workers, including 180,000 new recipients. LOWER ENERGY COSTS The government is also offering $2 billion in heat pump rebates to help Canadians lower their energy bills and make their homes more energy efficient. Households with incomes below the median will be eligible for a rebate of up to $10,000, while other eligible households will be able to receive a $2,000 rebate. The government says these rebates can be combined with existing provincial programs to potentially reduce the upfront cost even further. Check out the full Budget 2026 for more details. With files from Laine Mitchell and Natalia Buia https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canada-federal-budget-could-save-you-money Fri, 06 Nov 2026 19:22:12 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/canada-90-million-lotto-max-lottery-winners Kendall Collins Four people from Calgary, Alta., are celebrating a life-changing win after taking home a record-breaking $90-million Lotto Max jackpot. Eidelson Elchico, Lovelyn Malvar, Hazeline Ong, and Velna Ramirez are splitting the massive prize after matching all the numbers in the Oct. 20 draw. Each winner will walk away with $22.5 million. The massive $90-million prize marks the largest Lotto Max jackpot in Canadian history. The win was discovered during the Oct. 20 draw, with winning numbers being 08, 15, 19, 23, 26, 28, and 34, and the bonus number was 38. This massive win comes just six months after Lotto Max raised its maximum jackpot from $80 million to $90 million. The four have been friends for five years, but this was their first time playing the lottery together. They purchased their ticket online and even gave their group chat a fitting name: “Manifesting Millions.” The win came as a surprise to the group, with Elchico discovering the good news while checking his email. He quickly turned to the group chat to alert the others, who initially had a hard time believing they had actually won. This isn’t the first big win for Canadian players. In December 2025, two Ontario residents split an $80.4-million jackpot, the largest at the time. All forms of gambling, including the lottery, involve risk and outcomes are based on chance. Individuals are strongly advised to gamble responsibly. If you are experiencing any signs of gambling-related issues, check out these resources. You might also like: - Dollarama products Canadians say just aren't worth the money - These Canadian provinces have the worst and best access to health care - Air Canada's quarterly fuel bill jumps by 75%, a $906-million increase https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canada-90-million-lotto-max-lottery-winners Fri, 06 Nov 2026 19:00:54 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/new-hockey-exhibit-nhl-stars-edmonton-museum Alyssa Gallardo Hockey: Faster Than Ever is the Royal Alberta Museum’s newest exhibition, coming to Edmonton this month with an immersive look into the sport featuring hands-on challenges, gear from actual NHL stars, and more. The Royal Alberta Museum is debuting an all-new exhibit this November that’s entirely hockey-themed, taking visitors through the evolution of ice hockey. According to the museum, guests will be able to check out this fusion of science and sport and step into locker room replicas, compete in hands-on challenges, and even test their own knowledge on all things hockey-related. Visitors will be able to check out this new exhibit starting Thursday, Nov. 26, and we couldn’t be more excited to see what’s in store. You might also like: - Music festival near Edmonton says it will not return for 2027 - A new four-storey apartment building is set to open in Sherwood Park in 2027 - Sales for one Edmonton property type plunged 31% compared to last year WHAT WILL BE FEATURED AT THE NEW HOCKEY: FASTER THAN EVER EXHIBIT? On the Royal Alberta Museum’s website, they feature loads of things to check out while visiting HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever, including: - A real ice resurfacer that people can take selfies with - Hands-on hockey challenges in a replica rink - A locker room with jerseys and gear from star NHL players - Skill and knowledge testing interactive displays (measuring things like reflexes, slapshot speed, and puck precision) - A touchscreen where visitors can get a closer look at the coveted Stanley Cup There are also upcoming events on select days at the exhibit, like Drop-In Sketching: Vintage Sports, Hockey Day, Game Ready: Panel Presentation, and more. If you’re a huge fan of the exhibit, you can even take a small slice of the experience home. Over at the museum shop, guests will be able to purchase the Hockey Puck Plush, Black Hockey Mug, or Hockey Night in Canada Shirt as a commemoration of your visit. HOW MUCH IS ADMISSION? Admission to the Royal Alberta Museum will give you access to this new exhibition, as well as the rest of the museum. Daily passes cost $25 for adults (ages 18 to 64), $16 for seniors (ages 65 and over), $12 for youth (ages seven to 17), and are free for children (ages six and under). You can also get family admission passes for $55, which include up to two adults and children 17 or younger (up to a total of eight people). Above all, those who consider themselves hockey experts or fans of the sport should definitely keep this on their radar. Mark your calendars, too, because it’ll be here before you know it. HOCKEY: FASTER THAN EVER When: Thursday, Nov. 26, to Sunday, April 18, 2027 Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays through Sundays; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursdays (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays) Where: 9810 103a Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta. Cost: $25 for adults (ages 18 to 64); $16 for seniors (ages 65 and over); $12 for youth (ages seven to 17); free for children (ages six and under) https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/new-hockey-exhibit-nhl-stars-edmonton-museum Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:59:39 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/kelowna-water-street-by-the-park Kendall Bistretzan Everyone approaches negotiation differently. Some use logic to arrive at a carefully researched number, while others prefer to talk through the possibilities. However, when buying a home, you typically don’t get to present your case directly to the person who makes the decision. Water Street by the Park’s Make Your Deal event is giving you the chance to put your negotiation skills to the test. On Saturday, Nov. 14, and Sunday, Nov. 15, purchasers will have the opportunity to sit down with the developer, present an offer on their chosen home, and receive an answer that same day. It’s an incredible opportunity to influence the way you begin your life in Kelowna. PUTTING PURCHASERS IN THE CONVERSATION The starting point is your proposal, which should include the home you want and the offer you’re prepared to make. Then, you’ll have a conversation to see if you and the developer can reach an agreement. It’s an exciting and rare opportunity to sit down and attempt to make a deal in real time. The developer may accept, counter, or decline. Whatever happens, the opportunity is all about taking an active role in that exchange with the decision-maker at the table. FIND YOUR HOME BEFORE MAKING THE DEAL All homes available through the event are move-in ready, which means you should tour Water Street by the Park before the event weekend to select your first choice home and one backup. Preview tours of the fully furnished homes can give you time to explore your options and ask questions before deciding what to offer. Tours won’t be available on the event dates, so be sure to arrange yours in advance. Mortgage pre-approval is also part of the preparation and can help you arrive at a clear understanding of your budget. If you need assistance, you can ask a sales advisor about connecting with a BMO mortgage specialist. A DIRECT NEGOTIATION WITH THE SUPPORT YOU NEED If you’re working with a realtor, bring them along! If you are attending without an agent, licensed real estate professionals will be on site to help complete purchase contracts. Each 45-minute appointment includes 15 minutes to review required paperwork, followed by 30 minutes with the developer. If an agreement is reached, you’ll sign the contract, receive a copy, and provide a $10,000 deposit that day. You’ll be provided with a checklist beforehand to outline identification, deposit, and attendance requirements. Not every offer will result in an agreement, but for savvy negotiators, Make Your Deal provides the chance to get a home at the price you want to pay. Make Your Deal is taking place on Nov. 14 and 15 at Water Street by the Park by appointment only, on a first-come, first-served basis. Request an appointment and register for a preview tour on the Water Street by the Park website. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/kelowna-water-street-by-the-park Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:00:07 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/most-in-demand-rental-markets-canada Natalia Buia Canadians apartment hunting right now might be surprised by where the action is. Smaller and mid-sized cities are leading the country in renter interest, according to a new report. RentCafe, a rental search website, recently released its latest Renter Interest Report, a quarterly look at where Canadians are actively searching for apartments. In Q3, smaller and mid-sized cities made up the entire top 10 for the second consecutive quarter. Moncton, N.B., is once again taking the top spot, continuing its impressive run as Canada’s most in-demand rental market. Meanwhile, cities like Victoria, B.C., and Hamilton, Ont., are also drawing plenty of attention, while big cities like Toronto and Vancouver were left off the top 10. To determine which markets attracted the most attention, RentCafe reviewed millions of online renter interactions between July and September. Cities were ranked using four key indicators of renter activity: available listings, listing views, apartments saved as favourites, and personalized searches. Moncton extended its reign as the country’s most in-demand rental market, earning a perfect score of 100.00 and ranking number one in three of the four categories. “Saved searches were the one indicator that softened, down 36 per cent year-over-year, although Moncton still ranked number one nationally on this metric relative to its renter population,” reads the report. The city’s strong showing comes as New Brunswick’s rental market continues to stand out. It recorded the strongest new-lease rent growth among the nine provinces tracked, at 3.7 per cent. It also had the lowest provincial vacancy rate, at 2.2 per cent. Interestingly enough, the report states the most searches for Moncton apartments came from people living in Toronto, Halifax, and Montreal. The rest of the top five played a bit of musical chairs this reported quarter. Victoria climbed one spot to land at number two in Q3, earning a score of 75.38. According to RentCafe, it’s the city’s highest placement since the ranking began. Hamilton slipped one position to land at number three, while Halifax climbed two spots to land at number four. Kitchener, Ont., also moved up two positions, to round out the top five. The two cities with the fewest vacant apartments across Canada were Winnipeg and Halifax, with vacancy rates of 2.6 per cent and 2.7 per cent, respectively. There were a couple of new faces in this quarter’s rankings, too. Oshawa, Ont., and Saskatoon, Sask., both broke into the top 10, pushing London and Regina off the list. “Oshawa recorded the largest jump by climbing 11 positions to number eight overall with a score of 53.81. This marks its highest position on record and its first appearance in the top 10 since Q4 2024,” reads the report. And once again, Canada’s biggest rental markets were nowhere to be found in the top 10. Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, and Edmonton all missed the list for the second consecutive quarter, though they’re in the top 25. That doesn’t mean renters have lost interest in these major cities. They remain popular destinations, but year-over-year renter engagement continued to decline across the group, according to RentCafe. For renters keeping an eye on prices, there may be some encouraging news, too. According to a separate report from Rentals.ca, rent across Canada has been trending downward for two consecutive years, with the average asking rent now sitting at $2,034. THE TOP 10 MOST IN-DEMAND RENTAL MARKETS IN CANADA 1. Moncton, N.B. 2. Victoria, B.C. 3. Hamilton, Ont. 4. Halifax, N.S. 5. Kitchener, Ont. 6. Winnipeg, Man. 7. Saskatoon, Sask. 8. Oshawa, Ont. 9. Windsor, Ont. 10. Nanaimo, B.C. To read the full report, visit RentCafe’s website. You might also like: - Rent across Canada is now the lowest it’s been in two years - These Canadian provinces have the worst and best access to health care - 10 best places to live in Canada for affordability and quality of life https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/most-in-demand-rental-markets-canada Fri, 06 Nov 2026 17:53:38 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/oilers-bouchard-multi-point-outing Colton Pankiw It’s early in the season, but at this point, Edmonton Oilers defenceman Evan Bouchard is the runaway favourite for the Norris Trophy. The Oilers have gotten off to a strong start in this 2026-27 season with an 11-3-3 record, and the play of their 25-year-old defenceman is a massive reason why. Though it came in a losing effort, Bouchard had yet another multi-point outing on Thursday night against the Anaheim Ducks. It marked his third consecutive multi-point game and continued what is now a five-game point streak. Even more ridiculous, it also gave him 30 points through the opening 17 games of the season. This isn’t just coming on the power play, either. In fact, Bouchard’s assist in Thursday’s loss was his 20th even-strength point of the season, something he is now just the second defenceman in NHL history to accomplish. Since the modern era (1943-44), the only other defenceman to have 20 even-strength points through 17 games or fewer is the best of all time, Bobby Orr. He accomplished the feat in 13 games during the 1974-75 season, while hitting the mark in 17 games in 1971-72, 1972-73, and 1973-74. > Bouch in good company 📈@Sportsnet | #LetsGoOilers pic.twitter.com/5fx85yFcFF > > — Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) November 6, 2026 Bouchard, who is also already up to 10 goals, is currently on pace for 48 goals and 145 points this season. Those numbers will certainly cool off as the season goes on, but it further goes to show just how elite he has been for the Oilers early on in the 2026-27 campaign. After finishing fourth in Norris Trophy voting a season ago, it’s starting to look like Bouchard could become the first Oilers defenceman to win the prestigious award since Paul Coffey back in 1985-86. You might also like: - McDavid shouts out Podkolzin after 'dangerous' hit leads to epic fight https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/oilers-bouchard-multi-point-outing Fri, 06 Nov 2026 17:36:12 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/rains-swissgear-saje-warehouse-sale-edmonton-2026 Alyssa Gallardo A huge warehouse sale is coming to Edmonton this month, with three popular brands teaming up and bringing loads of products with significant discounts on apparel, oils and scents, luggage sets, and more. RAINS, Swissgear, and Saje are the three newest brands bringing warehouse sales to Edmonton. According to StyleDemocracy, these upcoming sales will be the first-ever warehouse sales in the city for these specific brands, and guests can expect a great weekend full of deals (including up to 70 per cent off). Whether you’re looking for some new gear or just shopping ahead of the holidays, this warehouse sale is definitely worth a quick stop (or even a multi-day spree). You might also like: - A new four-storey apartment building is set to open in Sherwood Park in 2027 - Music festival near Edmonton says it will not return next year - Sales for one Edmonton property type plunged 31% compared to last year WHEN WILL THE WAREHOUSE SALE TAKE PLACE? The warehouse sale is going to be coming to Edmonton from Wednesday, Nov. 18, to Sunday, Nov. 22. Those who have an INsider membership with StyleDemocracy will be able to enter early on the opening Wednesday, with 10 a.m. to noon being exclusive to INsiders. If you don’t have a membership, don’t worry. Entry is free to all, and all visitors will be able to shop from noon to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. WHAT CAN I EXPECT AT THE WAREHOUSE SALE? According to StyleDemocracy, the sale will feature a range of items from all three brands, including (but not limited to): - Outerwear - Apparel - Accessories - Oils and scents - Diffusers - Two- and three-piece luggage sets - Bags - Backpacks For those wanting to make the most of the sale, you might want to head down early. StyleDemocracy warns visitors that doors may close early depending on the sale’s capacity and inventory. Also, keep in mind that, as stated on the sale’s website, only major debit and credit cards will be accepted (no cash), and all sales are final (no refunds, returns, or exchanges). If you’re ready to check out everything this sale has in store, mark your calendars, grab some friends, and prepare yourself to get shopping this November. RAINS, SWISSGEAR, AND SAJE WAREHOUSE SALE When: Wednesday, Nov. 18, to Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026 Time: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday (Insiders only from 10 a.m. to noon); 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday Where: Edmonton Expo Centre — 7515 118th Ave. NW, Edmonton, Alta. Cost: Free admission https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/rains-swissgear-saje-warehouse-sale-edmonton-2026 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 17:28:08 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/canada-160-fund-federal-government-program-160th-anniversary-2027 Kenneth Chan The colourful maple leaf of the official Canada 150 logo and the major public events and festivals held across the country throughout 2017 to celebrate national pride may still feel like recent memories. But a decade later, the Government of Canada is preparing to bring Canadians together for another big round of celebrations. Although Canada’s 160th anniversary in 2027 does not carry the same symbolic weight as its 150th anniversary, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s federal government is nevertheless embracing the occasion — a clear apparent attempt to strengthen national pride and unity amid political and economic tensions with the United States, including President Donald Trump’s tariffs and threats to make Canada the 51st state. At home, Alberta last month held Canada’s first separatist referendum in more than three decades, albeit with the “Forever Canadian” movement and ultimately voters overwhelmingly rejecting any further consideration of separating from the country. These external and internal tensions have helped fuel a resurgence in Canadian pride since early 2025. The federal government’s 2026 budget, released yesterday, sets aside $325 million for Canada 160 anniversary programs in the 2027/2028 fiscal year, with the Canada 160 Fund as the centrepiece. You might also like: - Opinion: Canada should host the Olympics again to reignite national and civic pride - Prime Minister Carney opens door to reforming or abolishing Canada's Indian Act - B.C. First Nations chiefs seek to overturn Prime Minister Carney's national interest status for Pacific Link oil pipeline - Prime Minister Carney grants new $5.9-billion Metro Vancouver superport national interest status, targeting opening four years earlier - Nearly 25 years later, B.C.'s First Nations treaty referendum echoes through today's land disputes Canada will turn 160 years old on July 1, 2027 — Canada Day — marking 160 years since Confederation in 1867. “Building on the legacy of Canada 150, Canada 160 celebrations will bring together the stories, spaces, and experiences that strengthen national pride and belonging, and leave a lasting legacy in communities across the country. Canada 160 is an invitation to every Canadian to read and tell our stories, gather in the places that bring us together, and celebrate what it means to be Canadian,” reads the budget. “Festivals, hometown games, concerts, and community celebrations turn local connections into lasting memories. They bring together people who might otherwise never meet, across regions, generations, languages, and backgrounds, and remind us of all that we share in common as Canadians. As we mark Canada’s 160th anniversary, we want to celebrate the communities that have shaped our country and continue to define who we are today.” The funding would support not only major anniversary experiences, but also the familiar Heritage Minutes films about Canadian history, and the Trans Canada Trail, which stretches more than 30,000 km across the country. Community spaces would also receive support, with $100 million of the $325 million coming from money already allocated through the existing broader Build Communities Strong Fund, which funds the construction of community and recreational facilities, transportation infrastructure, healthcare facilities, schools, utilities, and other public infrastructure. Beyond that main package, the federal government has set aside another $25 million for local festivals and live performances marking the anniversary. This includes $10 million for the Building Communities through Arts and Heritage program and $15 million for the Canada Arts Presentation Fund in 2027/2028. The total of $325 million set aside for Canada 160 is roughly half the federal investment in Canada 150, before accounting for significant inflation since the pandemic. Canada 150 in 2017 was one of the country’s largest — if not the largest — nationwide anniversary celebrations since the centennial in 1967. The 100th anniversary year featured major events and the construction of new cultural and recreational facilities across the country, with Montreal’s Expo ’67 World’s Fair serving as the centrepiece of the nationwide celebrations. Fifty years later, Canada 150 brought another year of celebrations across the country, including big concerts, festivals, community events, and fireworks. While the funding supported events and festivals throughout 2017, it also enhanced Canada Day events, such as expanded fireworks festivities at Canada Place in Downtown Vancouver and at the CN Tower in Downtown Toronto. Fireworks were launched directly from the structure of the CN Tower, made possible in part by federal Canada 150 funding. As well, there was free admission to Parks Canada sites, and permanent investments in community infrastructure intended to leave a lasting legacy beyond the birthday itself. According to the Department of Canadian Heritage, the federal government provided a total of $610 million in funding for Canada 150 in 2017. That included $210 million for Canadian Heritage’s Canada 150 activities — which supported new and greatly expanded public events and festivals across the country, including expanded Canada Day events — as well as $300 million for community infrastructure and $100 million for free admission and expanded programming at Parks Canada sites. The department also funded about 20 giant three-dimensional “CANADA 150” letter signs, each installed at prominent locations across the country in 2017 and becoming some of its most photographed attractions that year. Although these were all intended as temporary installations, some remain fixtures today, including the sign on the waterfront of Victoria Inner Harbour — altered after 2017 to read only “CANADA” — with the B.C. legislature as its backdrop. The Canada 150 community infrastructure funding component supported nearly 3,000 projects, including improvements to recreational facilities, libraries, theatres, and arenas, leaving a legacy beyond the anniversary celebrations themselves. Meanwhile, down south in the U.S., throughout 2026, there have been enhanced celebrations, programming, and initiatives to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. You might also like: - Opinion: Canada should host the Olympics again to reignite national and civic pride - Prime Minister Carney opens door to reforming or abolishing Canada's Indian Act - B.C. 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CITY OF EDMONTON SERVICES Aquatics, leisure, and fitness centres: All city-operated centres will have their operating hours reduced on Remembrance Day. Check online for specific locations. Attractions: The Edmonton Valley Zoo will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the Muttart Conservatory will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Edmonton Public Library: All EPL locations will be closed on Remembrance Day. Transit: LRT services will operate under regular Saturday service on Wednesday, Nov. 11. ETS services will recognize a moment of silence at 11 a.m. Parking: Free parking will be available at the Stanley A. Milner Library, Canada Place and City Hall parkades on Remembrance Day. MOVIE THEATRES Cineplex Entertainment and Landmark Cinemas will both be open for moviegoers on Wednesday. Each Cineplex Theatre opens 30 minutes prior to its first advertised performance and will close approximately 15 minutes after its last advertised performance. Landmark Cinemas locations open 30 minutes prior to the day’s first showtime. For your closest movie theatre’s long weekend showtimes, visit Cineplex’s website and Landmark Cinemas’ website. Where: Cineplex Odeon South Edmonton Cinemas Cineplex Cinemas North Edmonton VIP Cineplex Odeon Windermere Cinemas VIP Cineplex Manning Town Centre Landmark Cinemas Tamarack Edmonton Landmark Cinemas 9 Edmonton City Centre Scotiabank Theatre Edmonton WEST EDMONTON MALL WATERPARK The West Edmonton Mall Waterpark will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11. WEST EDMONTON MALL GALAXYLAND Galaxyland in West Edmonton Mall will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11. https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/whats-open-closed-edmonton-remembrance-day-2 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 15:00:03 GMT https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/what-mcdavid-said-dangerous-hit-feisty-oilers-ducks-game Preston Hodgkinson Connor McDavid was not happy after Thursday’s 5-4 loss to the Anaheim Ducks. The Oilers captain notched four points in the Edmonton Oilers defeat, yet all the questions he faced postgame revolved around a play that happened early in the first period. It was your typical McDavid rush that saw him make a break toward the net only to be stopped by Ducks goaltender Laurent Broissoit. However, Anaheim defender Drew Helleson took liberties during McDavid’s rush to the crease, landing a hit on the Oilers captain that launched him dangerously into the net and end boards. A hush came over the Rogers Place crowd as McDavid was slow to get up, but when he got back on his feet, the fireworks began. > MCDAVID GOES INTO THE NET HARD AND VASILY PODKOLZIN STANDS UP FOR HIS CAPTAIN AFTERWARDS pic.twitter.com/4LNYbB0sVr > > — Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) November 6, 2026 It was obvious that the Oilers captain was not a fan of the play, chirping at Helleson, and Vasily Podkolzin quickly took exception with the young Ducks defenceman, instigating a fight that led to the Russian being assessed a five-minute major and a game misconduct. That one play set the mood for what was a feisty matchup between the Pacific Division rivals, and McDavid wasn’t afraid to let reporters know what he thought of the play after the game. “Those types of plays I find to be dangerous, and obviously I didn’t love it,” McDavid said. “Those are the plays that have really, really hurt me… When you’re going Mach 1 into the end wall or into the net, those are dangerous plays in my opinion. “I think people peg me as some sort of robot, but I got feelings and emotions too. When that comes out, it can rattle a game up… I wish that we treated the net like we treat the end wall. If I do that to him, going Mach 1 into the end wall, it’s a five-game suspension and everything. The net is just as dangerous, in my opinion, with the goalie there and the post there. It’s just as dangerous.” > "I thought the battle level was high. Just little mistakes here & there, they found a way to capitalize. We just came up a little bit short." > > Connor McDavid shares his thoughts after the #Oilers 5-4 defeat at @RogersPlace. @Enterprise | #LetsGoOilers pic.twitter.com/bNRbrDyCRS > > — Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) November 6, 2026 McDavid has faced two major injuries in his career on similar plays throughout his career. The first was a broken collarbone during his rookie season, and the other was a severe leg injury after being tripped by Calgary Flames defender Mark Giordano during the 2018-19 season. There was broad disagreement from the Oilers about the harsh discipline doled out to Podkolzin on the play. Oilers coach Mike Babcock argued postgame that the instigating moment in the situation was on Helleson for taking a run at McDavid, but the referees obviously disagreed. The ref who announced the penalty actually called the incident a “one-man fight” and stated that the five-minute major was for instigating. “I’ve never seen that call before,” McDavid said. “I appreciated the response from Podzy. I thought it was an unfortunate call. Didn’t really like the call one bit. It is what it is. “Podzy’s always been that guy for us. He’s always responded, and guys love him for it. He’s loved in our room.” > A ONE MAN FIGHT?! pic.twitter.com/nH7bTwoBMg > > — Spittin' Chiclets (@spittinchiclets) November 6, 2026 An emotional first period led to another fight between Kasperi Kapanen and Pavel Mintyukov and a total of 28 PIMS against Edmonton in the first 20 minutes of play. The Oilers would go on to log 36 PIMS across the entire game. All those penalties made it difficult for the Oilers to generate much momentum five-on-five. “It was a weird game,” McDavid said. “A lot of power play, a lot of five-on-five. I thought our penalty kill did a really good job against a real good power play.” > NOW PAVEL MINTYUKOV AND KASPERI KAPANEN GO AT IT 💥 pic.twitter.com/sVNMeFzZDN > > — Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) November 6, 2026 Leon Draisaitl and Kasperi Kapanen scored goals late in regulation to make things interesting, but Edmonton ultimately couldn’t come up with the equalizer. The loss puts their record at 11-3-3, which is still good enough to be tied for second in the NHL and is just three points behind the league-leading Carolina Hurricanes. McDavid is now up to an astounding 44 points through 17 games, while teammates Draisaitl (31) and Evan Bouchard (30) are the only other NHL players to have hit the 30-point mark. You might also like: - Mike Babcock takes playful jab at Edmonton Oilers reporter - 3 Edmonton Oilers players who could be traded this season - Edmonton Oilers legend Grant Fuhr lands new NHL broadcasting gig https://dailyhive.com/edmonton/what-mcdavid-said-dangerous-hit-feisty-oilers-ducks-game Fri, 06 Nov 2026 13:00:53 GMT