https://dailyhive.com/toronto/ Latest articles from Daily Hive Toronto en-us © 2026 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:53:33 GMT jsonfeed-to-rss 3.0.8 (https://github.com/bcomnes/jsonfeed-to-rss#readme) http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification https://dailyhive.com/toronto/sportsnet-nhl-panel-no-women-next-season Daniel Wagner The new Sportsnet panel may as well feature Jimmy Kimmel and Adam Carolla, because it’s essentially The Man Show. On Wednesday, Sportsnet announced the return of popular broadcasters Kevin Bieksa and Elliotte Friedman to their newly named Saturday Night Hockey broadcasts. Colby Armstrong will join Bieksa and Friedman on the panel alongside longtime host Ron MacLean. Meanwhile, the network’s Monday Night Hockey broadcast, which will be exclusively available on Sportsnet+, will feature David Amber as host with analysts Luke Gazdic and Justin Williams on the panel. Notably absent from the announcement? Jennifer Botterill. This is not entirely surprising, as rumours had been swirling for some time that her contract would not be renewed. The three-time Olympic gold medalist, and Hockey Hall of Fame inductee as of last year, had been a studio analyst on Hockey Night in Canada and Sportsnet telecasts for over five years. Botterill’s departure coincides with other changes to Sportsnet’s broadcast personnel, with Kelly Hrudey similarly let go and Scott Oake retiring. “I’ve worked with Kelly and Scott for 20-plus years,” said Friedman on the 32 Thoughts Podcast. “It’s going to be weird without them. Jennifer, we worked together for, I think, six years now. It’s going to be very weird not to work with her. I’ll miss all of them.” Caroline Cameron, who was the host of Wednesday Night Hockey for Sportsnet, was also absent from the announcement. Despite Wednesday NHL broadcasts moving to Prime Video, Cameron is still with Sportsnet. She won’t be on broadcasts to start the season, however, as she is currently on maternity leave. Without Botterill and Cameron, it appears that Sportsnet’s NHL broadcasts won’t feature a single woman either in-studio or rinkside. You might also like: - Sportsnet unveils newly named show to replace Hockey Night in Canada - Vancouver FM radio station makes Canucks broadcast news official - 'Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi' has been cancelled https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/sportsnet-nhl-panel-no-women-next-season Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:58:08 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/westjet-sunwing-vacations-points Irish Mae Silvestre If summer feels like it ended way too soon and you’re already dreaming of your next winter getaway, WestJet and Sunwing Vacations have just made it a little more rewarding. Those looking to escape the Canadian winter can now enjoy the benefits of booking their trip with Sunwing Vacations if they’re WestJet rewards members. That’s because starting Thursday, WestJet has expanded its program to include Sunwing Vacations. That means members can now earn WestJet points on eligible vacation packages and take advantage of some pretty great perks when they travel. WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BENEFITS? Here’s everything WestJet Rewards members can now expect when they buy eligible Sunwing Vacation packages: - Earn points: Members earn one point for every Canadian dollar spent on an eligible package, excluding taxes, fees, and charges. Everyone on the booking with a rewards ID can earn points based on their individual share of the package price. - Earn qualifying spend: Members can also earn tier qualifying spend and milestone qualifying spend at a rate of 20 per cent of their individual share of the total package. - Enjoy travel perks: Silver, Gold, or Platinum members can use their WestJet day-of-travel perks, including free checked baggage and priority services, when checking in for their WestJet flight. - Redeem points: Members can use their WestJet points toward the full cost of an eligible Sunwing Vacations package, including taxes, fees, and charges. A minimum of 5,000 points is required. Members have had the option to redeem points on eligible Sunwing Vacation packages since 2024. Not a rewards member? You can sign up online for free to start collecting points and unlock additional perks and offers through partnerships with TELUS, Canadian Tire, and Skip. “We’re creating more opportunities for members to turn travel and everyday spending into meaningful rewards, helping them get to their next vacation sooner and make the most of their travel experiences,” said Steve McClelland, WestJet vice-president, loyalty and strategic partnerships. You might also like: - People on the internet are debating the Canadian versions of popular U.S. cities - Time is running out for Canadians to cash in on $7.5M Silk and Great Value settlement - Some Canadians face paying double the fee when travelling to Mexico https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/westjet-sunwing-vacations-points Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:54:06 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/internet-debate-canadian-united-states-cities Natalia Buia Canada and the U.S. have long been compared on just about everything, from politics to food and, naturally, which country has the better cities. This week, one Canadian X user took the comparison a step further, sparking a debate online over which side of the border does it better. Toronto user @umeshjj7 went viral after posting a tongue-in-cheek list of Canadian cities he says are the “upgrades” of certain U.S. cities. The post drew more than 1,000 combined comments and reposts since it went up on Sept. 8. Some of his comparisons are familiar ones. New York City and Toronto are often mentioned in the same breath for their shared size, diversity, financial influence and thriving entertainment industries. Los Angeles and Vancouver also have plenty in common, including their bustling film scenes, proximity to the ocean, and love for sushi. But as the list goes on, the Canadian choices become more peculiar to online users. > you can skip these US cities and get the canadian upgrade instead: > > new york → toronto > los angeles → vancouver > chicago → montreal > seattle → calgary > boston → ottawa > san francisco → victoria > miami → halifax > > same continent. less chaos. 🇨🇦 > > — uj (@umeshjj7) September 9, 2026 Is Halifax our version of Miami? > You’re joking right? > > — URUK HAI (@be_doja) September 9, 2026 > Comparing Miami to Halifax is some next level delusional bullshit 😂 > > — Colin Cabral (@ColinC_NY) September 9, 2026 “Both are coastal port cities,” the original poster explained on X after enough angry comments came in. Others online seemed to be bothered by different comparisons. > Seattle being Calgary is hilarious to me 😅 > > — CanadianGarlicBread (@cheesybreads) September 10, 2026 Though they had escaped the clutches of online slander, someone in Kelowna, B.C., entered the chat. > Kelowna here. This list is terrible > > — Walter Goldson (@waltergoldson) September 9, 2026 At this point, others chimed in to offer their own hilarious comparisons, including Oshawa, Ont., as our version of Cleveland, Ohio. > cleveland -> oshawa > > — Build Canada (@buildcanada) September 9, 2026 > detroit ➡️ winnipeg > > — m i k e 💯 (@yorightherebro) September 9, 2026 > You forgot Pittsburgh>Hamilton > > — Gordo K (@KerrGordon) September 9, 2026 Someone even bravely declared Montreal is a lot more comparable to New York City than Toronto. > I think Toronto would be Chicago while Montreal would be NY ngl > > — mombanger69 (@ste93115) September 10, 2026 The largest city in Alberta took a bit of a hit. > Calgary is actually just Texas > > — chrrRIZZto🅿️her 👐🏾allace 👑💋 (@chRRRizztopher) September 9, 2026 Not every response was a snarky one. > I would say Seattle->Victoria (I live in Vic) > > — HDF (@HDF1994) September 9, 2026 In fact, one person even agreed with at least one of the comparisons. > You’re not wrong about Vic and San Fran. We tend to call San Fransisco our sister city. > > — Valerie Douglas (@KanekoAikawa) September 9, 2026 Another user on X commended @umeshjj7 on his “good sentiment.” > Good sentiment but this comparisons are so off haha > > — WorldKid⚡️ (@WorldManKid) September 9, 2026 But a lot of replies looked like this: > Are you insane? > > — Unlinkable (@stictoriachase) September 9, 2026 At the end of the day, the X user who started this now-viral list certainly has a lot of people talking about Canada, right? We’d call that a win. You might also like: - Canadian city named an emerging travel destination for 2027 - This city is the safest in Canada, according to latest poll - Popular U.S. destination salty Canadians don't visit as much anymore https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/internet-debate-canadian-united-states-cities Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:18:35 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/settlement-deadline-class-action-great-value-silk Irish Mae Silvestre Some Canadians could qualify to receive money from the multimillion-dollar Silk and Great Value recall class-action settlement — but the clock is ticking. Eligible Canadians who’ve yet to file a claim to receive part of the settlement should do so soon, as the deadline is fast approaching. According to the class action claims administrator, Concilia, class members have until Oct. 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PST to file a claim. WHAT’S THE CLASS-ACTION ABOUT? In 2024, the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) announced that it received reports of illness due to an outbreak of listeria infections linked to plant-based refrigerated beverages between August 2023 and mid-July 2024. The outbreak resulted in three deaths, 20 reported illnesses, and 15 hospitalizations. “On July 8, 2024, a food recall warning was issued for various Silk and Great Value brand plant-based refrigerated beverages, with Oct. 4, 2024, as the latest best before date,” reads the recall notice. The same year, LPC Avocats filed a class-action lawsuit on behalf of all Canadians who ingested or purchased Silk or Great Value products that were part of the recall. The lawsuit against Danone Canada, Walmart Canada, and Intact Insurance Company alleges that recalled plant-based beverages manufactured by Joriki Inc. and sold by Danone Canada and Walmart Canada posed “a safety risk” to consumers. The lawsuit also alleges that the defendants were negligent in how they managed their recall programs after consumers got sick and experienced health issues after consuming the beverages contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Danone Canada and Walmart Canada agreed to a $7.5-million settlement, while denying all allegations and any wrongdoing or liability. ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR A CLAIM? If you bought or consumed Silk Canada or Great Value products that were part of the July 8, 2024, recall, you could be eligible to file a claim. Eligible class members include Canadians who experienced physical or psychological harm after consuming the products, as well as their successors, family members, and dependents. HOW MUCH COULD YOU RECEIVE? For eligible claimants, the amount depends on the severity of the injury: - If you experienced symptoms that lasted up to 48 hours, you may be eligible for $400 - If you had symptoms that lasted more than 48 hours and up to one week, you may be eligible for $1,500 - If you had symptoms that lasted longer than a week and didn’t require hospitalization, you may be eligible for $7,000 - If you were hospitalized for more than a week and didn’t develop complications or permanent symptoms, you may qualify for at least $10,000 to a maximum of $30,000 - If you had symptoms that lasted more than one week, were hospitalized, and developed severe complications or permanent symptoms, you could receive a maximum of $150,000 - If the illness resulted in the death of a loved one, eligible claimants could receive compensation of up to $300,000 HOW CAN YOU FILE A CLAIM? Make sure to file a claim online before the deadline on Oct. 16, 2026. You might also like: - Justin Bieber’s dad is now a reality TV star - Retire or keep working? Canadian lottery winner makes a choice after $5M win - Apple is coming out with its first-ever foldable iPhone and it costs $2,999 https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/settlement-deadline-class-action-great-value-silk Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:14:39 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/oilers-lost-mama-stanley-fan Preston Hodgkinson The Edmonton Oilers’ most iconic superfan has jumped off the bandwagon. The reaction to the Oilers’ signing of Alex Formenton, one of the five players involved in the Hockey Canada scandal, has been swift among the Edmonton faithful. Formenton was acquitted last summer, but that has not done much to sway portions of the fan base. Disappointment and frustration have been widespread, and it seems to have been the breaking point for Mary Loewen, better known as Oilers superfan “Mama Stanley.” In a statement posted to her Instagram page, Loewen said that she no longer considers herself a fan of the Oilers after the Formenton signing. “With a very, very broken heart, I am making an announcement I never imagined I would have to make,” Loewen wrote. “I am deeply disappointed by the Edmonton Oilers’ decision to sign Alex Formenton. Although he was acquitted in court, I cannot ignore my conscience or what this decision represents to me. As a sexual assault survivor, I must stand by my morals and stand with the woman at the centre of this case. “For that reason, as long as Formenton remains an Oiler, I cannot and will not support or cheer for this team. This isn’t about the players who have been there — I will always love my boys.” Mama Stanley made waves over the past few seasons for dressing up as the Stanley Cup at Oilers games and playoff watch parties. Her getup included painting herself silver and wearing a custom-made outfit to mimic hockey’s greatest prize. It was clear that she had a true passion for the Oilers, and she says that this was a difficult decision to make. “This is about the organization’s decision to bring in this one player. I just cannot support that decision,” Loewen wrote. “I did not make this choice lightly or simply out of anger. I’ve cried in waves because I feel betrayed by an organization I have proudly loved and represented for years. “Losing Game 7 two years ago meant losing a Stanley Cup; this feels like losing a team I have loved with all my heart and for most of my life.” While this is a big change for Loewen, she said it does not mean she will abandon her Mama Stanley persona. It appears she remains committed to keeping her passion for the sport alive, just not with the Oilers at the moment. “I am still Mama Stanley. Mama Stanley belongs to me — not the Edmonton Oilers organization,” Loewen wrote. “She represents BELIEVE, kindness, children, survivors, and community. I will not abandon her or ever compromise her values.” Formenton last played in the NHL back during the 2021-22 season with the Ottawa Senators. He spent the last three seasons playing in the Swiss league, where he notched 13 goals and 23 points in 42 games with Ambri-Piotta this past year. He is the third member of the Hockey Canada five to sign an NHL deal since being reinstated by the league last season. Carter Hart inked a deal with the Vegas Golden Knights last October, and Dillon Dube signed a one-way NHL deal with the St. Louis Blues this past summer. Cal Foote played in the AHL last season with the Chicago Wolves and is still looking for a contract for this upcoming season. Michael McLeod is currently under contract with the KHL’s Avangard Omsk in Russia. You might also like: - Alex Formenton opens up about his long road back to the NHL with Edmonton Oilers - Edmonton Oilers sign one of the 'Hockey Canada 5' - Edmonton Oilers lock into new 10-year deal with Rogers https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/oilers-lost-mama-stanley-fan Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:37:10 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/justin-bieber-dad-reality-tv-star Natalia Buia Justin Bieber’s dad, Jeremy, has just one question to answer this month: are you faithful or are you a traitor? That’s because Jeremy Bieber is set to make his TV debut and compete on the fourth season of the hit Canadian Screen Award-winning reality show, The Traitors Canada. It premieres Sept. 21 on CTV and Crave, with French-Canadian actress Karine Vanasse returning as host. While the U.S. version of The Traitors famously unfolds in the stunning Scottish Highlands, the Canadian edition takes place in the historic Manoir Rouville-Campbell in Quebec. The show sort of works like a murder mystery, except nobody actually dies (well, maybe of humiliation). Twenty-two contestants are divided into two groups: the Faithfuls and the Traitors. The Faithfuls must work together to figure out which of their fellow contestants are secretly Traitors before they’re banished from the game. Jeremy Bieber will enter the manor with a rather amusing resume. According to Bell Media’s press release, his occupation is listed as “Strategic Advisor/The Biebers’ Dad.” >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by The Traitors Canada (@thetraitorscanada) If Jeremy successfully makes his way to the end, he could walk away with up to $100,000 in cash — which, for context, is a mere 0.05 per cent of his son’s estimated $200-million fortune. Joining Jeremy in the deception manor (and no doubt asking him a dozen questions about his famous son) are a Christmas tree salesman, two fabulous drag queens, a medium, a couple of lawyers, and other reality stars from Big Brother Canada and Survivor. Justin has been keeping busy on Instagram lately, so who knows if he’ll carve out time each week to cheer on his ol’ pop. You might also like: - Who is this diva? Celine Dion shows off her puppy to fans in Paris - 6 badass Dolly Parton facts, including her surprising role on a popular Canadian series - ‘Queen of Cringe’ Katy Perry can't stop gushing about Justin Trudeau https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/justin-bieber-dad-reality-tv-star Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:30:52 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/pc-health-chat-canada Kendall Bistretzan Who do you trust for health information? Yes, obviously your doctor, but when those simple health questions pop into your head in the middle of the night, where do you turn? Canadians are overloaded with health information, but finding trustworthy answers is only part of the challenge, as many are also trying to navigate an increasingly complex healthcare system. PC HealthTM has a new tool that’s helping Canadians cut through the noise. It’s an AI-powered chat that gives people free, straightforward, plain-language health information in real time, making trusted answers accessible and easier to find. BY CANADIANS FOR CANADIANS What sets PC Chat apart from other search engines and AI tools is that it’s made by Canadians, for Canadians, and is developed to answer your questions using Canadian sources. Plus, PC Chat keeps your health conversations in Canada, private and protected. Plus, PC Chat keeps your health conversations in Canada, private and protected, in alignment with Canadian privacy laws. Not only can you trust where your conversations are kept (in Canada), but you can trust the answers you receive from PC Health. The AI tool has been informed by thousands of sources, thoroughly vetted by Canadian clinicians, and continue to have oversight from a team of leading medical professionals. INFORMATION YOU NEED, WHEN YOU NEED IT The advice is personalized to you. For example, if you’ve chosen to share information about your prescriptions, answers to your questions will consider that. No more generic answers or submitting your hyper-specific problem to an online forum in hopes that some stranger had the same thing happen to them seven years ago. Just the information you need, when you need it. If your question requires more than a simple answer, PC Chat can help you understand your options and find an appropriate next step in care. No matter what, the goal is always to help you make confident choices to take action. BE MORE CONFIDENT IN YOUR HEALTHCARE DECISIONS PC Health’s new AI health chat is there when you need it and can make it easier to decide on next steps for your health questions. It will never replace your doctor, but helping Canadians make confident healthcare decisions is more efficient for all of us. Have a health question? Ask away on the PC HealthTM and Shoppers Drug Mart websites and apps. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/pc-health-chat-canada Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:00:51 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/ikea-breakfast-canada-2026 Marco Ovies Who doesn’t love breakfast? Eggs, hash browns, and bacon might just be the perfect combination of food. Lucky for us, IKEA is offering all of these for just $1 at locations across Canada. The deal is available for IKEA Family members from Sept. 12 to 13 as a way to celebrate IKEA’s 50th anniversary. The breakfast plate, which typically comes in at $3.99 (a pretty solid deal at its regular price, if you ask us), consists of the aforementioned eggs and hash browns with your choice of sausage or bacon. >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by IKEA Canada (@ikeacanada) Plus, all proceeds will be donated to the Breakfast Club of Canada, an organization that helps bring nutritious breakfasts to Canadian schools. An affordable breakfast to support a good cause? How could you say no? You might also like: - Costco Canada offering refunds amid chicken product recall - KFC and Cheetos have teamed up on a seriously hot new menu in Canada - Subway launches new value menu across Canada with sandwiches under $5 Will you be hitting up your local IKEA for a $1 breakfast this weekend? Let us know in the comments. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/ikea-breakfast-canada-2026 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:53:33 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/lottery-winner-alexandre-patoine Irish Mae Silvestre What would you do if you became a multimillionaire after a major lottery win? Would you hang up your hat and retire, or keep working? One Canadian was faced with that very question after winning a lottery prize. Alexandre Patoine is a resident of Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, in his thirties. He has a routine — buying a couple of lottery tickets to wrap up the work week. He stopped at the DépaMax Sainte-Marie convenience store in Sainte-Marie, where he decided to splurge on a $5 million Extrême ticket, a scratch-n-win ticket that costs $50 per play. Patoine didn’t waste a second and played his ticket at the store, scratching it to see if he won. To his surprise, he uncovered the number 37 in the final game — it was the number that won him the $5 million top prize. He then rushed over to have his ticket validated, recalling the sound of the terminal announcing his win. “It sounded good!” said Patoine. He said his partner and family members were thrilled when he shared the happy news. While at the Loto-Québec headquarters to claim his giant, life-changing cheque, he shared plans for what he wants to do now that he’s a multimillionaire before 40; he said he wants to use the money to spoil loved ones. And as for his job, he has no immediate plans to retire and wants to keep working. The winning ticket was purchased at the DépaMax Sainte-Marie convenience store at 1444 Rue Notre-Dame Nord in Sainte-Marie, Quebec. The retailer will receive a one per cent commission of $50,000. 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: - Some Canadians face paying double the fee when travelling to Mexico - Canadian lottery player stuck to this one technique that won him $100,000 - Where does Canada rank among the highest-taxed countries in 2026? https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/lottery-winner-alexandre-patoine Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:55:07 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/apple-iphone-duo-foldable Jonathan Lamont, MobileSyrup Apple finally unveiled its first foldable iPhone, called the iPhone Duo. In the reveal, Apple showed off several design elements to achieve the foldable, including a hidden, under-display selfie camera on the inner display, and having both displays use the same aspect ratio to ensure a seamless experience. The iPhone Duo also leverages some of the innovation from last year’s iPhone Air, like pushing hardware into the camera bump to make the rest of the device thinner. Elsewhere, Apple pushed several software changes to iOS to adapt to both the foldable capabilities and the larger inner display. UI elements like the dock and status bar have moved to the side of the device, ensuring they’re both easily accessible. iOS now supports opening multiple apps side-by-side. iPhone Duo will also work with Apple Pencil later this year. Touch ID also makes a comeback as the main way to unlock the iPhone Duo, along with support for unlocking via Apple Watch. ALL-NEW SOFTWARE APPROACH Later in the keynote, Apple offered a more in-depth look at the UI changes. For multitasking, there are several new gestures for using two apps at the same time, like the ability to pair apps together so they open side-by-side. The company also showed off the ability to use Duo while partially folded, with iOS automatically moving things away from the middle of the display so they’re easier to reach. Apple updated several other iPhone features to take advantage of the folding display, such as new StandBy modes. HARDWARE THAT’S ALL ABOUT THE DETAILS The iPhone Duo sports a 5.4-inch outer display and a 7.6-inch inner display. The inner screen sports a premium, nano-texture finish to reduce glare and reflections while also minimizing crease visibility. Apple also detailed its efforts to improve durability, including using grade five titanium for the frame and Ceramic Shield 2 on the front display for better scratch resistance. Apple also detailed the tech behind the inner display and hinge. The display sports a scratch-resistance coating and nano-texture cover layer that’s 40 per cent stiffer than other materials used in the industry. Glass sits above and below the folding display panel, and the display uses a custom adhesive to allow the various layers to slide over each other, which reduces stress when bending. Powered by A20 Pro, the iPhone Duo offers plenty of power to handle everything you want to do. The foldable also boasts all-day battery life, with Apple putting batteries on both sides of the device. A rebalancing algorithm allows both cells to operate seamlessly together for up to 31 hours of video playback using the inner display, or 44 with the outer display. The foldable also sports fast charging, able to get up to a 50 per cent charge in about 20 minutes with a wire, or 30 minutes wirelessly. The iPhone Duo sports two rear cameras, including a 48MP primary sensor capable of taking 2x zoom shots at 12MP equivalent quality, and a 48MP ultrawide camera. The main camera is the same as the main camera in the iPhone 18 Pro. FaceTime also gets some upgrades, leveraging all the cameras, enabling users to show both what’s in front of and behind the phone. Elsewhere, Apple showed off smart camera features, like the Duo’s ability to automatically snap shots when everyone is posed, meaning one person doesn’t need to be left out of the shot anymore. AVAILABILITY IN CANADA iPhone Duo will be available for pre-order starting October 16 and will release on October 23. It will only support eSIM, and will start at $2,999. Along with the iPhone Duo, Apple is launching new accessories to go along with the foldable. For example, there’s a new folio case with an integrated kickstand, while the new Duo Case has a protective two-part design. Check out all of our coverage from the iPhone event here. 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But as of Aug. 1, that fee doubled to US$10 or C$13.81, and will remain at that rate until June 30, 2027, according to a government decree. The Mexican federal government then plans to gradually increase the fee, raising it to US$15 or C$20.71 from July 1, 2027 to July 31, 2028, and to US$21 or C$29 from Aug. 1, 2028, to Sept. 30, 2030. Passengers who re-enter Mexico on the same cruise ship as part of the itinerary will only pay the fee on their first entry. Mexico’s Congress had voted in favour of charging each cruise guest a US$42 (C$57.98) fee starting on Jan. 1, 2025, reports USA Today. But the proposal was met with backlash from the cruise industry. In a December 2024 release, the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association stated that the fee could disrupt travel plans of millions of passengers and threaten “significant economic contributions that sustain local businesses, employment opportunities, and community livelihoods.” According to the Ministry of Tourism, Mexico welcomed 11.2 million cruise passengers through over 3,000 ships in 2025, marking a 12 per cent increase from the previous year. To find out the entry and exit requirements for Canadian tourists travelling to Mexico, check Canada’s travel advisory for Mexico. Requirements vary depending on whether you plan to enter by land, air, or sea. You might also like: - Canadian city named an emerging travel destination for 2027 - Canadians are getting a fuel tax break into 2027 — here’s when it ends - Where does Canada rank among the highest-taxed countries in 2026? https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/mexico-canadians-travel-fee Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:42:50 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/trump-avenue-canada-renamed Natalia Buia Did you know there’s a residential street in Canada’s capital with Donald Trump’s name on it? Well, hopefully not for long. Ottawa City Council is reportedly set to vote on a proposal to rename Trump Avenue, a residential street that was named after the current U.S. president more than 20 years ago. River Ward Councillor Riley Brockington introduced a motion Wednesday asking council to approve the name change, although a replacement name has not been announced. Ottawa clearly has a soft spot for New York City. Trump Avenue is but one of many streets in the aptly named Central Park neighbourhood that pay homage to the Big Apple, alongside Madison Park, Manhattan Crescent, and Staten Street. The motion to rebrand Trump Avenue comes just weeks after Trump signed an executive order seeking to rename Lake Ontario “Lake America” — a name that, unsurprisingly, hasn’t exactly caught on everywhere. Major companies like MapQuest, for instance, have refused to adopt the new name and subsequently saw a surge in app downloads last week as a result. According to reports, City Council is expected to vote on Brockington’s motion at its next meeting, currently scheduled for Sept. 23. If the motion gets approved, Brockington said he would lead a public consultation process and let local residents weigh in on what the street should be called instead. In the meantime, people on Reddit have plenty of ideas for a new name. “Change it to Obama Avenue and watch the tantrum,” one user wrote. Another Redditor threw in a Canadian hero’s name in the hat: “Terry Fox Drive if there isn’t already one.” Meanwhile, someone else commented that “would be nice to call it Lake Ontario Drive” to keep the momentum going. “Change it to Tragically Hip Street,” wrote one user, referring to one of the most influential bands in Canadian history. Daily Hive has already come up with 10 new Canadian names for American lakes and landmarks, and we couldn’t pass up another opportunity to get on the renaming action. May we suggest: - Tariff Terrace - Trillium Avenue - Tulip Avenue - Thunderbird Street - Take a Hike Avenue - Too Bad So Sad Street If you have a fun idea as to what the new street should be named, let us know in the comments below! You might also like: - Lake Timbit, anyone? 10 new Canadian names for American states, lakes and landmarks - There's an actual Trump Lake in Canada that people want renamed after Obama - Bryan Adams takes aim at Trump in new '51st State' song https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/trump-avenue-canada-renamed Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:40:45 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/buffalo-bills-nfl-history-canadian-anthem Marley Dickinson There’s been a lot of tension between Canada and the U.S. in recent months, but it isn’t stopping this NFL franchise from showing some love to its Canadian fanbase. As the NFL season kicks off this week, the Buffalo Bills announced on Wednesday that they’ll include the Canadian national anthem in their pregame ceremony for their home opener. On Sept. 17, ahead of their game against the Houston Texans, Canadian music icons The Barenaked Ladies will perform the Canadian anthem at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, N.Y. It’ll mark the first time on U.S. soil that the Bills have incorporated both the Canadian and American national anthems into their standard pregame ceremony. The Buffalo Bills will join the Seattle Seahawks as the only NFL team to include the Canadian anthem in their pre‑game festivities. Seattle has regularly hosted a Canadian fan‑appreciation game each season to acknowledge its fan base in British Columbia and Alberta. >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Buffalo Bills (@buffalobills) The move is likely a nod to the team’s massive following in southern Ontario, where the Bills have long had a passionate fanbase in and around the Toronto area. The only other time the Canadian anthem was performed as part a Bills game was during the Bills Toronto Series, which ran from 2008 to 2013. However, those games were played at the Rogers Centre. Ironically enough, The Barenaked Ladies sang the U.S. anthem in December 2009 during the Bills vs. New York Jets game in Toronto. The reverse is now happening for the franchise’s first game at its new stadium in Orchard Park. Heading into the 2026-27 season, Buffalo is also among the favourites to win Super Bowl LXI, according to sportsbook Bet365. Only the Los Angeles Rams (+500) have better odds, with the Bills sitting at +1000 to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy at the end of the season. You might also like: - How football lovers can win the Ultimate On-Field Experience in Arizona with PlayNow and PROLINE Sports - 2026 NFL standings as predicted by oddsmakers https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/buffalo-bills-nfl-history-canadian-anthem Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:08:34 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/hockey-canada-brings-iconic-feature-new-jersey Colton Pankiw Hockey Canada has unveiled a brand-new jersey for the 2026-27 sesaon, and it’s a pretty significant change from what fans have seen in recent years. The organization officially revealed its new Bauer jersey on Wednesday, bringing back one of the most recognizable elements of Canadian hockey. The iconic Hockey Canada crest is returning to the front of the national jersey for the first time in four years. And while the jersey looks unmistakably Canadian, they’ve also added plenty of new details to the design. The new red jersey features a series of maple leaf designs across the shoulder, with additional Maple Leaf details appearing throughout the sleeves. As the organization puts it, the goal was to make Canada’s national symbol visible from every angle. There’s also a tone-on-tone Maple Leaf and Hockey Canada logo engraved into the elbow area, while the traditional crest features a gold border. Perhaps the coolest detail, however, is hidden inside the collar. Three gold maple leaves are featured inside the jersey, representing Canada’s three national hockey programs: men’s, women’s, and para hockey. It’s a pretty cool detail given that the jersey is meant to represent Canadian hockey as a whole. Hockey Canada has also tied the new design into three themes: “Elbows Up,” “Our National Symbol,” and Golden Legacy.” According to Hockey Canada, the three themes are meant to reflect the character and identity of Canadian hockey while celebrating the country’s long history of international success. Canada has won Olympic gold in men’s hockey nine times, while the women’s team has captured gold on six occasions. Canada’s para hockey program has also won multiple gold medals. Unfortunately, fans wanting to get their hands on this new sweater will have to wait, as Hockey Canada says there will be no pre-order available just yet. Availability, pricing, and retail details will be announced at a later date. Fans can sign up for Hockey Canada Insider to be among the first to know when the jersey does become available for purchase. You might also like: - Sportsnet unveils newly named show to replace Hockey Night in Canada https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/hockey-canada-brings-iconic-feature-new-jersey Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:12:06 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/canadian-city-worlds-best-cycling Natalia Buia Forget Vancouver. Move over, Toronto. Montreal is officially Canada’s cycling MVP. Time Out just named Montreal one of the most bike-friendly cities in the world, making it the only Canadian spot to crack the list. Considering Canada has no shortage of bikeable cities, that’s a pretty big wheel deal. The 2026 ranking, which was compiled using the insights of 24,000 people in dozens of cities around the world, looked at how residents rate getting around their cities by bike. Those in the top 20 had the most respondents who described getting around by bike as either “good” or “amazing.” Some Canadians might have expected Vancouver to take the cake, since, in the past, the city often lands a top spot on similar rankings. The West Coast city has long been known for its enthusiastic cycling culture and extensive network of bike routes and scenic paths, while Toronto has spent decades expanding its cycling infrastructure and bike lane network, despite Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s relentless mission to tear it all down. Nevertheless, Montreal ranked as the second-best city for cycling, just behind Cambridge, England, with a cycling score of 82.5 per cent. Time Out even went as far as to name Montreal the most bike-friendly city in all of North America. According to the outlet, a whopping 25 per cent of Montrealers used the city’s primary bike-share system, BIXI, in 2023. The City has also invested heavily in cycling infrastructure through its Express Bike Network, or EBN. This ambitious project will eventually create 191 kilometres of protected bike routes across the city, many of which are cleared of snow in the winter for year-round use. This will be added to an already impressive 1,083 kilometres of bike lanes and cycling paths Montreal already has. But it turns out a lot of Canadians, not just Quebecers, love to bike. According to Statistics Canada, nearly one in three Canadians (32 per cent) reported bicycling in 2023, up significantly from 22 per cent a decade earlier, showing just how much cycling has grown across the country. Montreal gets the bragging rights this year, but who knows if another surprising city will take the title next year. Here’s a look at Time Out’s top 10 best cities for cycling in 2026: 1. Cambridge, England 2. Montreal, Canada 3. Copenhagen, Denmark 4. Shanghai, China 5. Vienna, Austria 6. Warsaw, Poland 7. Marrakech, Morocco 8. Taipei, Taiwan 9. Stockholm, Sweden 10. Seville, Spain For the full list, visit Time Out’s website. You might also like: - Canadian city named an emerging travel destination for 2027 - This city is the safest in Canada, according to latest poll - Four Canadian cities rank among the ‘smartest’ in the world https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canadian-city-worlds-best-cycling Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:10:02 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/ontario-trillium-benefits-payments-september-2026 National Trending Staff Some Ontario residents should keep an eye on their bank accounts as payments for the Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) are set to go out on Thursday. Those eligible for this benefit saw payments increase for the 2026 benefit year in July because of indexation, which adjusts benefit and credit payments to keep pace with inflation. This year, payments went up by two per cent, lower than the 2.7 per cent increase in 2025. This month, OTB recipients will receive payments on Thursday, Sept. 10. WHAT IS THE OTB AND HOW MUCH COULD YOU RECEIVE? The OTB is a tax-free payment that combines the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, the Northern Ontario Energy Credit, and the Ontario Sales Tax Credit. The Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit (OEPTC) provides eligible residents aged 18 to 64 years old with up to $1,307. Those aged 65 and older can receive up to $1,307. Residents living on a reserve or in a public long-term care home may qualify for up to $290. You’ll also receive $25 for each month you lived in a designated college, university, or private school residence in 2025. The amount you receive for the Northern Ontario Energy Credit depends on your marital status. If you’re single, the maximum amount you can receive is $189, while families can get a maximum of $290. Eligible Ontarians will also get up to $378 annually for the Ontario Sales Tax Credit. You may be eligible for an additional credit of up to $378 for your spouse or common-law partner, and each dependent child under 19 years of age on the first of the payment month. This credit does not affect your GST/HST credit payments. As a result, monthly OTB payments can vary depending on your situation. OTB PAYMENT DATES FOR THE REST OF THE YEAR After the Sept. 10 payments, the benefit will be paid out on the following dates: - Oct. 9, 2026 - Nov. 10, 2026 - Dec. 10, 2026 If you don’t receive your payment, wait 10 working days from the payment date before contacting the CRA. You might also like: - Where does Canada rank among the highest-taxed countries in 2026? - Canadians are getting a fuel tax break into 2027 — here’s when it ends - lululemon founder Chip Wilson and wife Summer split with no prenup, billions at stake https://dailyhive.com/toronto/ontario-trillium-benefits-payments-september-2026 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:26:14 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/canadian-city-emerging-travel-destination-2027 Natalia Buia Looking for somewhere to travel in Canada without fighting your way through crowds of tourists? There may be a spot worth adding to your bucket list next year. Whitehorse, Yukon, has been named one of the world’s emerging travel destinations, landing fourth on Intrepid Travel’s 2027 Not Hot List. The annual list from the group tour operator highlights 10 under-the-radar destinations that are ready to welcome more travellers. Since 2018, Intrepid Travel has dropped this list with the goal of bringing lesser-known destinations into the fold and offering alternatives to some of the world’s most heavily visited hot spots.  Destinations are assessed using three criteria: they must be less visited than comparable destinations, demonstrate that they’re ready to welcome more tourists, and have a compelling reason to visit in the year ahead (tourism initiatives, major events, new experiences, etc.). Taking the number one spot for 2027 is the Samburu National Reserve in Kenya, followed by Mestia in Georgia and Jordan’s Northern Highlands.  Then comes Whitehorse, Yukon, at number four, making it the first Canadian destination to ever appear on the annual list.  According to Intrepid Travel, the recognition comes at a time when tourism in Canada’s North is gaining momentum, so there’s certainly room to grow. While neighbouring British Columbia welcomed roughly 10 million visitors in 2025, Intrepid Travel said the Yukon saw just over half a million. But perhaps the lack of crowds is part of the appeal.  Located on the traditional territories of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, Whitehorse is often described as the “gateway to the Yukon’s vast wilderness.” The city offers easy access to mountains, forests, rivers, and glacier-fed lakes. WHAT IS THERE TO DO IN WHITEHORSE, YUKON? Turns out there’s plenty to do in this northern city. For starters, there’s hiking… and lots of it. More than 700 kilometres of marked trails run through the Whitehorse area, meaning you can be out in the wilderness surprisingly quickly without having to spend hours driving to get there. There’s also kayaking and paddling along the Yukon River in the warmer months, mountain biking, skiing in the winter months, and plenty of places to spot bears and other wildlife. Whitehorse is one of the Yukon’s key spots to view the Aurora Borealis (usually from late August and into spring), and some of the most popular viewing locations, all within close proximity of the city, include Fish Lake, Grey Mountain, and Chadburn Lake. Whitehorse was also recently ranked as the world’s top spot for golden hour, thanks to its unusually long stretch of sunset glow, averaging about 76 minutes between official sunset and the end of civil twilight. For visitors who want to learn more about the Yukon, there are museums, city tours, and Indigenous-led cultural experiences that offer a deeper look at the region’s history and contemporary life.  “It is very important to know that this land has been travelled and cared for since time immemorial,” said Amber Berard-Althouse, founder of Land Heals and chair of Yukon First Nations Culture and Tourism in a press release. “Visiting here means stepping into history and feeling the land in a very meaningful way.” That must be a huge part of why Intrepid Travel saw Whitehorse’s potential, calling the city the “next frontier of Canadian adventure travel.”  While the White Pass & Yukon Route may be known as Canada’s most scenic train ride, that trip doesn’t compare to Intrepid Travel’s latest offering.  The company launched a new 16-day Wild Canada & Alaska: Vancouver to Anchorage trip, which includes two nights in Whitehorse and a guided experience with Berard-Althouse, a Tlingit woman and member of Kluane First Nation. It’ll cost you a pretty penny, but can you really put a price on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure?  You can read more about the 2027 Not Hot List on Intrepid Travel’s website.  You might also like: - There's an abandoned hot springs in Canada that millions of people once visited - Canada issues new travel advisory update for Hawaii - This Canadian lake ranks among the clearest in the world https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canadian-city-emerging-travel-destination-2027 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:57:00 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/sportsnet-new-show-hockey-night-in-canada Rob Williams It may look and feel like Hockey Night in Canada, but it won’t be called that. Sportsnet has unveiled its plans for a newly named show, Saturday Night Hockey, which will effectively replace Hockey Night in Canada next season. After weeks of speculation, Sportsnet also confirmed that Elliotte Friedman and Kevin Bieksa will be back with the network. They’ll feature on a panel hosted by Ron MacLean, alongside Colby Armstrong, for Saturday night doubleheaders. “Saturday Night Hockey will put Canadian teams front-and-centre, where the compelling games and world’s best players will be the focus of the show, with a studio team that brings unmatched personality and unique perspectives,” Sportsnet president Greg Sansone said in a media release. In a media release, Sportsnet trumpeted that it is delivering its “biggest hockey season ever,” with 550+ games and 150 regional blackouts lifted. “Sportsnet will showcase more games than ever before with 35 per cent more national broadcasts than last year and fewer blackouts, giving fans unprecedented access to the NHL’s biggest stars and best moments,” Sansone said. But not all of those games will be available via traditional television. Also new to Sportsnet next season is Monday Night Hockey, which will be streamed exclusively via Sportsnet+. The weekly show will be hosted by David Amber, alongside Luke Gazdic and Justin Williams. This is in addition to Wednesday Night Hockey being streamed exclusively via Amazon’s Prime Video. While Sportsnet+ is going up in price for a second consecutive year, it is available for free for everyone who already subscribes to Sportsnet on television. But Monday Night Hockey will cost extra. “Fans who currently subscribe to Sportsnet through a TV provider can access Monday Night Hockey and more than 100 additional US team matchups by signing into Sportsnet+ with their TV provider credentials and upgrading to add this content for $12.99/month,” Sportsnet said in a press release. “The add-on package for TV subscribers will be available for purchase beginning on Sept. 15.” You might also like: - Rogers is jacking up the price of Sportsnet again - CBC picks another national pastime to help fill Hockey Night in Canada void https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/sportsnet-new-show-hockey-night-in-canada Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:51:12 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/jack-armstrong-future-raptors-broadcasts-tsn Marley Dickinson Toronto Raptors games on TSN this season could be missing one of the team’s most recognizable voices. With the NBA season just five weeks away, longtime Raptors TV analyst Jack Armstrong, known for calls like the iconic “Get that garbage outta here,” could be left off the broadcast this season. According to Jonah Sigel, Armstrong does not yet have a contract for the upcoming season with TSN and MLSE. “While all eyes have been on Rogers and NHL broadcasters, one Jack Armstrong remains unsigned for the upcoming Raptors season,” Sigel reported on X. “This one is tricky given the fine folks at TSN, but I’m told sides aren’t close as MLSE & TSN aren’t in agreement.” > While all eyes have been on Rogers and Hockey broadcasters, one Jack Armstrong remains unsigned for the upcoming season & the @Raptors . This one is tricky given the fine folks at TSN but I’m told sides aren’t close as MLSE & TSN aren’t in agreement…. > > — Jonah Sigel | Sports media + streaming (@yyzsportsmedia) September 8, 2026 While TSN and Bell Media have employed Armstrong for several years, Rogers’ recent full acquisition of MLSE means the telecom giant now controls the Raptors’ broadcast strategy for the upcoming season. The move leaves Armstrong’s future in limbo for the upcoming season, especially if Rogers and TSN (Bell) can’t agree on a budget or talent lineup. By no surprise, Raptors fans weren’t too thrilled about the news. “Jack should be untouchable and only go when he says it is time,” one fan wrote on X. “This is a non-negotiable. There’s absolutely no way there should be a Raptors broadcast without Jack,” said another. > Jack Armstrong has been with the Toronto Raptors for the longest of time, spanning 3 decades. > > It would be a colossal mistake to not bring him back. He’s an integral part of the organization. > > Do the right thing and bring him back. @Bell @Rogers @MLSEPR @Raptors @TSN_Sports… https://t.co/NzgVu9pZWy pic.twitter.com/1JBjYsBodI > > — Omer Osman (@OmerOsman200) September 8, 2026 Armstrong has been part of the Raptors’ broadcast team since the 1998-99 NBA season and has become one of the most recognizable voices in Toronto sports. He has also been recognized for his work, winning the Canadian Screen Award for Best Sports Analyst in a Sports Program or Series three times. Armstrong’s basketball career began on the sidelines, where he coached at Niagara University’s NCAA men’s basketball program before joining former Raptors play-by-play announcer Chuck Swirsky as an NBA TV analyst in February 1999. For the past 18 years, Armstrong has been sidekick to Matt Devlin on all Raptors TSN broadcasts. He’s also worked as an in-studio analyst for the network during the NCAA March Madness tournament. You might also like: - Caitlin Clark experienced some culture shock in her first visit to Canada https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/jack-armstrong-future-raptors-broadcasts-tsn Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:10:04 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/chip-wilson-divorce-prenup-billions Amir Ali Chip and Summer Wilson are reportedly getting a divorce, with those reports suggesting that there was no prenuptial agreement in place. So what’ll that mean for his riches? Wilson, who is known for being a founder of one of the most popular athleisure brands in the world, lululemon, is one of the wealthiest people in the province. He also happens to own the most valuable piece of real estate in all of British Columbia. The initial report came from Bloomberg, which stated that the billionaire, who is still one of the biggest shareholders of lululemon, was divorcing Summer after more than 20 years. The report also noted that Summer was one of lululemon’s earliest employees. “Summer Wilson was lululemon’s founding lead designer, according to her website. She played a crucial role during the company’s foundational years, Chip Wilson has said,” Bloomberg wrote.  Bloomberg states that the effect on the family’s assets hasn’t yet been determined, according to someone familiar with the matter. Daily Hive got in touch with Oliver Spinks, a founding lawyer with Outset Law. The firm handles family law, including property division and separation agreements. We asked Spinks how this kind of situation typically breaks down. “The biggest misconception is that no prenup automatically means one spouse gets half of the other spouse’s entire fortune. That is not how B.C. family law works,” he said. Spinks pointed out that the starting point is family property being divided equally, “generally” speaking. He said that property one spouse brought into a relationship can be excluded. “The important catch is that the increase in value of excluded property during the relationship is generally family property.” Speaking of property, earlier this year, according to reports, Wilson won an appeal to bring his home’s property value down by a whopping $18 million. BC Assessment currently lists the property’s value at $73,457,000. Spinks said that for a property this valuable, you’d expect a qualified real estate appraiser or valuator to determine a fair market value. He also said that the $73 million assessed figure wouldn’t usually be the figure that parties would rely on to settle a family law case. We also asked Spinks about how long a situation like this, with so much at stake, could take to resolve. “If they are both motivated to resolve things and the financial picture can be agreed, a case like this could actually be over relatively quickly. At this level of wealth, sometimes the practical answer is simply a very large cheque or equalization payment that allows both sides to move on,” Spinks said. It’s a completely different story if this turns into a fight, though. “With the scale of Chip Wilson’s reported wealth, there could be disputes over business interests, investments, real estate, excluded property, valuations, and tax consequences. If those issues are heavily contested and the matter proceeds through the courts, it could take a couple of years, or potentially longer, to fully resolve.” According to Forbes’ most recent billionaire ranking, Wilson saw his fortune dwindle somewhat compared to previous years. Wilson was ranked 645 on the list, with a reported net worth of $6.5 billion. Spinks says if this were a contested case, it could be a multi-year dispute. Wilson also has many children, and Spinks said that, legally, children are separate from the property fight. “Money can solve many of the practical consequences of separation, but it does not remove the emotional impact on children,” Spinks added. He also said that at this level of wealth, you don’t usually see people fighting out every issue in the public eye. Just over two years ago, on Oct. 3, 2024, Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim declared that date Chip and Summer Wilson Day. “It’s hard to express how much Vancouver means to us and how integral it is to both our family and our businesses,” Wilson wrote in an Instagram post.  >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Chip Wilson (@chipwilsonofficial) Despite Wilson’s departure from lululemon, he has remained very vocal about the business and has criticized the decisions current leaders have made on more than one occasion. 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On Monday, the Government of Canada updated its United States travel advisory, warning travellers heading to Hawaii of Hurricane Lowell. “Hurricane Lowell could pass through Kauai County, including the Islands of Kauai and Niihau and the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument from Nihoa to French Frigate Shoals between Sept. 7 and 8, 2026,” reads the statement. “The storm is likely to bring excessive rainfall and violent winds.” Tourists are being warned of possible flash flooding and landslides that could affect access to transportation, power distribution, water and food supply, telecommunications networks, emergency services, and medical care. Canadians who are already in the area are urged to be careful and monitor local news and weather reports. The government also advises travellers to follow local authorities’ instructions, including evacuation orders, and to contact their airline for the latest information about their flights. The Hawaii Emergency Management Agency states that Hurricane Lowell passed west of Niihau and Kauai on Monday as a category two hurricane, causing power outages in Kauai County and on Oahu. Dangerous winds are expected to continue until Tuesday, along with the possibility of heavy rain, flash floods, landslides, and extreme surf, as well as possible tornadoes in Kauai County. In a video shared on social media, Hawaii Governor Josh Green said that schools, as well as state and county offices in affected areas, will be closed until Tuesday “under an abundance of caution.” “I’m worried about these winds and the debris that they’re going to leave; there will be landslides where there’s extra flooding, that’s been kind of our greatest concern,” he shared. According to the U.S. National Hurricane Centre, the hurricane is quickly weakening and could be “close to becoming a post-tropical cyclone on Friday.” However, there’s a risk that it could restrengthen over the weekend. Canadians heading abroad can sign up for the Registration of Canadians Abroad (ROCA), a free and confidential service that notifies Canadian citizens outside the country of an emergency abroad or at home. You might also like: - Where does Canada rank among the highest-taxed countries in 2026? - Who is this diva? Celine Dion shows off her puppy to fans in Paris - Costco Canada offering refunds amid chicken product recall https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/travel-advisory-canada-hawaii-hurricane-lowell Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:53:20 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/excise-tax-canada-extended Irish Mae Silvestre Canadian drivers can expect continued relief at the pump as the federal government extends its fuel excise tax into 2027. Earlier today, Ruby Sahota, secretary of state for combating crime, announced that the excise tax on fuel will remain suspended until Jan. 31, 2027, before a 50 per cent tax rate takes effect from Feb. 1 through March 31, 2027. “By extending the pause on the federal fuel tax, we are providing additional relief to households as global economic uncertainty continues to affect costs,” stated Sahota. In response to soaring fuel prices, the government suspended the fuel excise tax on April 20, 2026, saving drivers 10 cents per litre on gas and four cents per litre on diesel. The temporary measure was meant to expire on Monday, Sept. 7, but will now continue until Jan. 31, 2027. However, from Feb. 1 through March 31, 2027, reduced federal fuel excise tax rates will take effect, with drivers expected to pay up to five cents per litre for gasoline and two cents per litre for diesel fuel. Once the suspension period ends on April 1, 2027, fuel tax rates will return to full levels of 10 cents per litre for gasoline and four cents per litre for diesel. The extension into 2027 is undoubtedly a welcome announcement for Canadians. The government said that the temporary suspension is expected to save Canadians a total of $5.3 billion from April 2026 until March 2027. As of Tuesday, according to the Canadian Automobile Association, the national average gas price in Canada is $179.9 per litre, up from $171.2 per litre the previous week. “With many families still feeling the pressure of higher costs, we’re extending the federal fuel tax suspension to keep more money in Canadians’ pockets,” said François-Philippe Champagne, minister of finance and national revenue. “This will provide meaningful relief for families and businesses and help make everyday life more affordable.” You might also like: - Who is this diva? Celine Dion shows off her puppy to fans in Paris - Costco Canada offering refunds amid chicken product recall - This is considered Canada's most scenic train ride — here's what it costs to hop aboard https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/excise-tax-canada-extended Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:47:57 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/ranking-highest-taxed-countries-2026 Natalia Buia If you think Canada’s income tax is high, think again. Sure, watching a chunk of your paycheque disappear to taxes isn’t exactly anyone’s idea of a good time. But compared with some countries around the world, Canadians could have it a whole lot worse. A new ranking from World Population Review (WPR) breaks down countries by their highest personal income tax rates, and Canada doesn’t even crack the top 50! Where are people paying the biggest share at the top end? Once again, Finland takes the dubious honour of having the world’s highest top personal income tax rate, at a whopping 57.65 per cent this year. Back in 2023, WPR listed Finland’s top rate at 57.3 per cent, meaning the country has remained at the very top of the ranking. Japan, another country known for its high income taxes, comes next at 55.95 per cent, followed closely by Denmark at 55.9 per cent. Austria and Sweden round out the top five, at 55 per cent and 52 per cent, respectively. These figures represent each country’s top personal income tax rate, meaning the highest marginal rate that can apply to an individual’s income. It doesn’t necessarily mean someone earning $100,000 a year is handing 57.65 per cent of it to the taxman. In progressive tax systems, higher rates generally apply only to income above certain thresholds. Tax systems vary from country to country, so a top rate doesn’t tell the whole story about how much the average person actually pays. WPR notes that countries with the highest tax rates “typically fund extensive public services, including universal health care, education systems, pensions, and broad social safety nets.” Meaning people in countries like Finland and Denmark may pay more in income taxes, but they can also receive more government-funded services and social support in return. Of course, this doesn’t mean people in a high-tax country are better off, or that those in a low-tax country are worse off. Lots of other factors come into play, including cost of living, wages, benefits, housing, health care and education. Canada’s top personal income tax rate is 33 per cent, which may sound like a lot, but it’s considerably lower than the rates at the top of WPR’s 2026 ranking. There are plenty of countries with even lower top rates. Guatemala has the lowest, at just 7 per cent, according to WPR. Several countries have top rates of 10 per cent, including Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Then there are countries that don’t charge personal income tax at all, including Iran, Saudi Arabia, Nepal, and the Bahamas. But that’s not to say they don’t pay taxes at all. These countries still need to pay for things like health care, roads, schools, and public services, so governments that don’t collect income tax will rely more on other sources of revenue, such as tourism, consumption taxes, natural resources, or sovereign wealth funds. So, the next time that tax deduction on your paycheque makes you wince, just remember: Canada could have it a whole lot worse. You might also like: - Canadian families would need to work nearly half the year to pay off taxes up front - Canadians are getting lots of government benefit payments in September - Will Canada’s new automatic tax filing actually make your life easier? https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/ranking-highest-taxed-countries-2026 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:37:02 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/celine-dion-puppy-madison-paris Natalia Buia After an impressive 16-year stint in Las Vegas, beloved Canadian icon Celine Dion has relocated to the French capital to launch a new residency — and this time, she has an adorable companion by her side. Beginning Sept. 12, the 58-year-old singer will take the stage several nights a week, performing for 40,000 fans at Paris La Défense Arena. Aside from her surprise appearance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, this is her first major concert run since she was forced to cancel dates on her Courage World Tour in 2022 after revealing her battle with stiff-person syndrome. This condition, she said, has affected her ability to sing. But now, she’s back and seemingly feeling better than ever. Dion is set to perform throughout September and October; thanks to overwhelming demand, she has already announced an extension, returning to Paris La Défense Arena in May 2027 for another 10 shows. During rehearsals, the “My Heart Will Go On” singer has been spotted around Paris interacting with fans and paparazzi, dancing, posing for cameras, and looking every bit like the glamorous diva we know and love. On Sept. 7, Dion was filmed introducing her puppy, Madison, to fans and members of the media on the streets of Paris. > Before leaving for rehearsals Céline presented her dog ‘Madison’ to her fans. pic.twitter.com/mnRhwEBpVa > > — Céline Dion Data (@CelineDionData) September 7, 2026 Back in January, Dion filmed a “What’s in My Bag” video for Instagram, and her tiny puppy could be heard barking in the background. The singer described her as a “beautiful” two-pound dog, but had kept her furry friend mostly out of the spotlight until now. Fans are already obsessed with Madison, with many taking to X to comment on just how adorable she is. “Celine Dion’s puppy looks exactly the way we would expect her puppy to look; she’s fabulous,” one fan wrote. “Ohhh [Celine] is a dog lover. Dog lovers are the nicest people in the world. Love her even more now,” wrote another fan.  Die-hard Dion fans know that the “I’m Alive” singer has been a dog lover for much of her life. She previously owned two golden retrievers, Charlie and Bear. The latter sadly passed away in 2024, and Dion even dedicated her documentary, I Am: Celine Dion, to him. You’re going to want to keep your eyes peeled on social media for more glimpses of Dion, Madison, and their fabulous outfits while they’re in Paris. You might also like: - No Celine Dion? Fans outraged by Rolling Stone's "Greatest Singers of All Time" list - Snoop Dogg is hiring an international ice cream taster who'll earn $14,000 a month - 'It was so sweet': Michael Buble shares touching letter from late Dolly Parton https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/celine-dion-puppy-madison-paris Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:55:31 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/costco-canada-chicken-recall Irish Mae Silvestre If you shop at Costco Canada, you may want to check your fridge, as the warehouse club recently announced a product recall. On Friday, Sept. 4, Costco Canada published a notice alerting shoppers that Rossdown Farms & Natural Foods is recalling one of its products sold in stores nationwide. According to the letter published on Costco’s website, the company is recalling the Rossdown Meal Starters Black Garlic Chicken Breast Chunks, which were sold between August and September 2026. “Rossdown Farms & Natural Foods is recalling certain Lot Number/Production of the Rossdown Meal Starters Black Garlic Chicken Breast Chunks due to the potential presence of an undeclared soy allergen,” reads the statement. If you purchased the product, you can check if it’s part of the recall through its Universal Product Code (UPC) and lot numbers and production dates. The UPC for the affected product is 6 28000 60094. The affected lots and production dates are lot number 7 2461263, produced on Aug. 10, 2026, and lot number 2461272, produced on Aug. 19, 2026. Shoppers are urged not to consume the affected product if they’re allergic or sensitive to soy, as it may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction. If you have the recalled product, you can head to a Costco warehouse to return it for a full refund. For more information, customers can contact Rossdown Farms & Natural Foods at info@rossdown.com and (604) 217-0260. Rossdown Farms & Natural Foods states, “We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and ask you to please pass this recall notice along to anyone to whom the Rossdown Meal Starters Black Garlic Chicken Breast Chunks may have been given.” You can check out the full recall notice on Costco’s website. Last month, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency announced that it’s recalling certain lots of Compliments Smashed 100% Chicken Burgers due to undeclared egg. You might also like: - Travelling abroad? This website tells Canadians how much to tip in every country - KFC and Cheetos have teamed up on a seriously hot new menu in Canada - Subway launches new value menu across Canada with sandwiches under $5 https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/costco-canada-chicken-recall Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:41:50 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/hockey-canada-teasing-new-jersey-revealed-soon Preston Hodgkinson A new look appears to be coming for Hockey Canada. With the World Juniors returning to Alberta this winter, with games in Edmonton and Red Deer, the Canadian national team seems set to don some new uniforms. Over the past few seasons, Hockey Canada has shifted away from using their classic logo in favour of a simplified heritage look at international tournaments. Those days appear to be over, as Hockey Canada released a set of four teaser images for the new look on Monday morning, and it involves a lot of maple leaves and a return to the federation logo. It remains to be seen if this will be just one new uniform or a brand-new set of jerseys. The new design is set to be officially revealed later this week, on Wednesday. >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Offside (@offside) The teasers feature both red and black designs, but there is a noticeable lack of white as a primary colour. It will be interesting to see if Hockey Canada sticks with the trend of including a primarily black jersey as part of the national team’s identity. You may be wondering why Hockey Canada doesn’t just use the set of jerseys that the national team wore at the most recent Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympics. After all, that design was just revealed and was only worn during the Olympic tournament; there is no way that it has already overstayed its welcome. Those particular jerseys were designed specifically for the Olympics and were not allowed to feature the Hockey Canada logo as part of strict IOC rules. Due to this, Hockey Canada typically wears different jerseys for events outside of the Olympics. There seems to be an appetite for Canada to change things up to help get them back on top in international hockey competitions. The Canadians haven’t won gold at either the IIHF Men’s World Championship or the World Juniors since 2023 and are coming off a devastating gold medal game loss at the most recent Olympics. The same can be said for the women’s side, who also lost the gold medal at the Olympics and haven’t won the IIHF Women’s World Championship since 2024. While they have had more success at the younger levels, most recently with the U18 men’s squad winning gold at the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky tournament in Edmonton this summer, there is an appetite to get all the national teams back to their former glory. A new uniform won’t magically get Canada back on top of the hockey world, but it’ll certainly help switch up the vibe. You might also like: - Elliotte Friedman's future with Sportsnet just got a major update - Evander Kane's former teammate rips into him: 'Pure narcissism' https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/hockey-canada-teasing-new-jersey-revealed-soon Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:39:57 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/canada-20-dollar-banknote-history Natalia Buia When the Bank of Canada unveiled a new vertical $20 banknote with King Charles on it last week, not everyone was pleased with the new look. Many Canadians called it “ugly” and “gross” since yet another British monarch graced our currency. The $20 bill has gone through many iterations since its inaugural issue in 1935. One year prior, the Canadian government passed a law giving the Bank of Canada the exclusive right to issue Canadian banknotes. On March 11, 1935, the Bank of Canada officially opened for business and issued its very first series of banknotes featuring members of the British royal family, including King George V, Princess Mary, and Albert, Duke of York. That’s because, although Canada was self-governing in many respects, it was still a British dominion, with the King serving as Canada’s head of state. We thought now’s a good time to take a trip down memory lane and look at all the different designs the big ol’ $20 has sported over the years. 1935 An eight-year-old Princess Elizabeth, who would later become Queen Elizabeth II, graced one side of the first $20 bill issued by the Bank of Canada. The note had a soft pink tint, while the reverse featured a harvest allegory titled “Testing the Grain.” The figure on the back held a thyrsus, which is a wand topped with a pinecone. According to the Bank of Canada Museum, the thyrsus symbolized prosperity, fertility, and hedonism. At the time, Elizabeth was third in line to the British throne, and her curly hair on the note could even remind Canadians of the famous child star Shirley Temple. 1937 After the first series was issued, the government made a major change to the Bank of Canada Act: all future banknotes were to be bilingual. And so, new designs came out in 1937, featuring a portrait of King George VI on almost every denomination. Design-wise, the portraits were moved to the centre, creating a symmetrical layout that worked well with the bilingual wording. Each denomination was also given a distinct colour — for example, blue for the $5 and green for the $20. On the back of the $20, another harvest allegory appeared, this time representing fertility, a theme often associated with the colour green. 1954 After nearly 20 years, things were getting stale, so Canadian artist Charles Comfort was tasked with designing the next series of banknotes. Portraits of a young Queen Elizabeth II returned to the front of every denomination. Some people, however, claimed they could see the face of the Devil in the curls behind her ear, and the engravers had to be notified, according to the Bank of Canada Museum. On the other side, the Bank of Canada wanted Canadian landscapes that showed little or no evidence of human activity, so the $20 featured the Laurentian Mountains, one of the oldest mountain ranges on Earth.  1969 This is what many refer to as the “multicoloured era,” as banknotes in the new series featured much more colour. It was also the first time Canadian notes carried the words “This note is legal tender,” replacing the previous wording, “will pay to the bearer on demand.” Several Canadian prime ministers appeared on banknotes in this series, but the $20 bill continued to feature Queen Elizabeth II. On the reverse was Moraine Lake, in Alberta’s Valley of the Ten Peaks, based on a photograph from the Canadian Pacific Railway collection. 1986 As technology advanced, so did banknote security. The 1986 series introduced a reflective security patch that changed colour when the note was tilted, while appearing as a single dark colour to scanners, making it harder to reproduce. The $20 note featured the Doubtfire engraving of Queen Elizabeth II, also used on the $2 note, alongside a vignette of the Library of Parliament. On the reverse, a pair of common loons took centre stage. Fun fact: the Bank of Canada originally planned to feature a loon on the $1 note, but those plans were scrapped when the loonie was introduced, and so it landed on the $20 note instead. 2001 For the first time, the Bank of Canada unveiled a series of banknotes designed entirely on computers, while Canadians were given a say in choosing the themes featured on the backs of the notes. This $20 note featured Queen Elizabeth II alongside an illustration of the entrance to the Centre Block of the Parliament Buildings. On the reverse, the theme of Arts and Culture was represented, along with a passage from the novel La Montagne Secrète by Gabrielle Roy. 2011 After Australia, Canada became the only other country to print its money on polymer, a durable but expensive material designed to deter counterfeiters. Transparent windows, microprinting and holographic features add extra layers of security. This $20 — which most of us continue to carry in our wallets today — also introduced more colour than ever before. The $20 bill had a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse depicts the Canadian National Vimy Memorial at the site of the 1917 Battle of Vimy Ridge in northern France. The Canadian flag appears behind the monument, flanked by images of poppies. Bank of Canada says the new vertical $20 banknote featuring King Charles will enter circulation in late February 2027. A new vertical $5 banknote featuring Canadian icon Terry Fox will be released after that. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canada-20-dollar-banknote-history Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:00:16 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/most-scenic-train-route-canada Natalia Buia With more than 9.9 million square kilometres of land to explore, Canada is practically made for road trips and long, scenic adventures. While there are plenty of ways to travel from coast to coast, few offer a better view than travelling by rail. A train ride lets you take in some of the country’s most gorgeous landscapes without having to worry about keeping your eyes on the road. And according to a recent ranking, one particular route stands out as the most scenic train journey in Canada. Travel company and tour operator Journeyscape analysed search interest, social visibility, traveller ratings, and proximity to natural landmarks to determine the top 10 most scenic train rides in Canada, and the White Pass & Yukon Route came out on top. Scoring 7.8 out of 10 for scenery, the White Pass & Yukon Route (WP&YR) was named Canada’s most scenic rail journey. The route offers incredible views of lakes, mountains, and valleys, while outdoor viewing platforms give passengers an unobstructed way to take in the scenery along the way. According to Journeyscape, global searches for the northern train ride jumped to 256,100 in the first quarter of 2026, more than any other train journey in the country, including Via Rail’s The Canadian, the second-longest train ride in the world.  Though it has been named Canada’s most scenic rail journey, the White Pass & Yukon Route actually begins in the United States, in Skagway, Alaska. From there, the historic railway climbs from sea level to nearly 914 metres in elevation in just 16 kilometres. Along the way, your eyes can feast on stunning views of mountain peaks, deep gorges, waterfalls, and steep cliffside drops. The railway has been operating for more than 125 years, with construction beginning in 1898 during the Klondike Gold Rush. It was originally built to connect the coastal port of Skagway with Whitehorse, Yukon, and the line eventually reached Whitehorse. However, regular passenger service no longer runs all the way to the Yukon capital. Depending on the excursion, passengers can travel by train through parts of B.C., including Fraser and Bennett, before continuing into Carcross and Whitehorse, Yukon. According to WP&YR, it is the only passenger railroad that goes through a state, a province, and a territory. HOW MUCH TO HOP ON BOARD THE WHITE PASS & YUKON ROUTE? If you’d love to experience this incredible train ride through the White Pass Summit and all the way up to the Yukon, one adult ticket costs US$210 (around C$290) on WP&YR’s website. It’s roughly a 109-kilometre trip that takes 4.5 hours to complete, with passengers boarding the train in Skagway, Alaska. It’s a fully narrated train ride with comfortable coach cars, and passengers get a free water bottle and a “hearty boxed lunch” served on board. The website also states there is a 45-minute layover in Bennett, offering passengers time to stroll through the White Pass museum and take part in a self-guided walking tour of the historic gold rush townsite. Curious travellers have the option to choose the Bennett Scenic Journey, which is the same route that the Klondike stampeders traversed in 1898. The excursion combines the historic train ride with a motorcoach tour along the scenic Klondike Highway, making for a 193-kilometre roundtrip lasting eight hours. This journey also includes a 45-minute layover in scenic Bennett, B.C. One adult ticket costs US$289 (around C$399) on WP&YR’s website. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/most-scenic-train-route-canada Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:00:37 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/elliotte-friedman-future-sportsnet-major-update Preston Hodgkinson It appears that things are trending in the right direction with Elliotte Friedman and Sportsnet. Rumours have run amok over the past week about the possibility of Friedman’s departure from the network. The veteran NHL insider’s contract reportedly expired on Sept. 1, making him a free agent who could potentially sign with another network. Losing Friedman would be a major loss for Sportsnet, as he is one of the most well-respected and influential insiders in the NHL. It would be almost impossible to fill his spot if the two sides failed to come to an agreement. However, that doesn’t appear to be happening. The Toronto Sun previously reported that Friedman is closing in on a deal with Sportsnet last week, and now the Toronto Star’s Jonah Sigel is corroborating that report, saying the two sides are nearing an agreement.  “Sources: Elliotte vacationing overseas, most deal terms have been agreed to with Rogers,” Sigel reported on Sunday morning. “The notion Amazon had made a significant or serious offer is complete fiction. There may have been discussions, but ‘Amazon wasn’t going to blow up their entire payroll for an insider.'” > Sources: Elliotte vacationing overseas, most deal terms have been agreed to with Rogers. The notion Amazon had made a significant or serious offer is complete fiction. There may have been discussions but "Amazon wasn't going to blow up their entire payroll for an insider" > > — Jonah Sigel | Sports media + streaming (@yyzsportsmedia) September 6, 2026 Canadian hockey fans will certainly be happy with this latest report. While Sportsnet does employ other NHL insiders, none of them have the extensive résumé that Friedman carries. There has been speculation that the hang-up between Friedman and Sportsnet has been the desire for the NHL insider to also appear on Prime Video Wednesday night broadcasts. That wouldn’t conflict with his regular Sportsnet duties, but Rogers was reportedly not a fan of the idea. Locking down hockey’s biggest insider will be a big hurdle cleared for Sportsnet with the NHL season looming, but they aren’t out of the woods yet. Another big name in need of a new contract is Kevin Bieksa, who has become one of the most popular hockey analysts in the sport. Biekas also became a free agent on Sept. 1 and has reportedly fielded offers from American networks. The former NHL defenceman joined Sportsnet in 2020 and quickly became a fan-favourite among Canadian viewers, offering a unique blend of humour and informed analysis. It’s been a summer of change for Sportsnet, which has already parted ways with longtime broadcaster Kelly Hrudey and will no longer use the “Hockey Night in Canada” name for Saturday night broadcasts. We already know that veteran hockey broadcaster Ron MacLean will be back and that Jennifer Botterill is expected to move to Monday nights. There will be a different look to NHL hockey on Sportsnet this season, and time will tell if Friedman and Bieksa are part of the network’s future. You might also like: - Rumours swirl about Elliotte Friedman and Kevin Bieksa's futures at Sportsnet - Will Ron MacLean be back on Sportsnet's NHL coverage next season? - 'Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi' has been cancelled https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/elliotte-friedman-future-sportsnet-major-update Sun, 06 Sep 2026 16:03:48 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/tennis-player-pauses-match-fan-lights-up-joint-us-open Trevor Beggs Was this the U.S. Open or a Rush concert? On Friday, top-ranked women’s tennis player Aryna Sabalenka was taking on Kamilla Rakhimova during Round Three of the U.S. Open. But just minutes into the match, Sabalenka stopped the action. At first, the commentators went silent, seemingly unsure of why Sabalenka was walking over to the chair umpire. Then, the cameras picked up Sabalenka’s gripe. “Someone is smoking weed,” she said. “Do you mind? Because it’s so strong.” > Aryna Sabalenka had to speak to the umpire mid-match at the U.S. Open due to someone smoking weed: > > “Someone is smoking weed. Do you mind? Because it’s so strong.” > pic.twitter.com/Fx2JnzZ6QN > > — The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) September 4, 2026 The match resumed shortly thereafter, and Sabalenka seemed unbothered by the scent. She went on to win the match 6-3, 6-4. She was asked about the unusual incident after the match. “I was like, guys, you can do whatever, you can smoke whatever, you can relax as much as you can,” she said. “But please, do not do it around the tennis courts; it’s a bit…tricky to handle that smell while you’re trying to compete at your best.” Recreational marijuana use has been legal in New York State since 2021, and cannabis has been available for purchase since 2022. So, you would think in 2026, those 420-friendly tennis fans might have opted for a more discreet vape? Or an edible, perhaps? Sabalenka went viral for this bizarre moment at the U.S. Open, but this isn’t the first time she’s drawn attention for something unique at this tournament. After Friday’s victory, Sabalenka revealed that she’s wearing a $400,000 Material Good necklace for more than just showing off. “This is a Material Good set designed for me for the US Open, fully inspired by the U.S. Open’s vibes. Colourful, bold, bright, a lot, so I love it,” Sabalenka said. “And, the main tactic is to distract my opponents with the sparkles.” Well, so far, it seems to be working. The no-nonsense Belarusian also called out a journalist after the guy started asking a question about her going to parties and having fun off the court. >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by Just Women’s Sports (@justwomenssports) Sabalenka cut him off and interjected right away. “You guys are a joke,” she said. “Parties, fun, like, why would you even say that? Why would you even think about that? What kind of question is that?” “Just because I posted some activities with brands, you think that I’ve been partying, not training?” After a brief back-and-forth, the journalist rephrased the question by asking, “Now that the tournament has started, do you find you’re getting more serious and combative?” “Oh yeah, I wasn’t serious before,” Sabalenka clapped back. “Next question.” Certainly hasn’t been a quiet tournament for the world’s best women’s tennis player. Sabalenka is back in action on Sunday, Sept. 6, versus Taylor Townsend. You might also like: - FIFA selling World Cup merch with 50% off discounts - BC Place sprung a leak during Whitecaps game - Vancouver Little League player goes viral for revealing his dream job https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/tennis-player-pauses-match-fan-lights-up-joint-us-open Sat, 05 Sep 2026 18:51:24 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/canadian-lake-ranks-among-worlds-clearest Natalia Buia While Lake Ontario has hogged the spotlight over the last week or so, another Canadian lake is making headlines now. Travel + Leisure recently ranked 10 lakes around the world with the clearest waters, and Canada’s Lake Superior, which it shares with the U.S., made the list.  The massive Great Lake rounded out the publication’s top 10, with Travel + Leisure noting that Lake Superior is not only the largest of the Great Lakes, but also the clearest. In some offshore areas, visibility extends to roughly 50 feet.  And there’s no shortage of stunning spots to see that clarity for yourself. The publication also highlighted the blue-green waters along Michigan’s Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Minnesota’s rocky North Shore, and the islands and coves along the coast of Ontario. Travel + Leisure did offer one caveat: there is no single worldwide ranking for lake clarity, and measurements can change depending on the season, weather, and location. Still, the lakes on its list have documented visibility data or long-term scientific monitoring behind their reputations for exceptionally clear water. Lake Superior was formed roughly 10,000 years ago by depressions left behind as an ancient glacier retreated, and it has long been nicknamed the “Freshwater Sea” because its waters are notably clear and low in minerals. Lake Superior has a surface area of about 82,100 square kilometres, making it the largest of the Great Lakes. It also contains more water than the other four Great Lakes combined.  Its water quality is impressive, too. According to Great Lakes Guide, nearly 100 per cent of Lake Superior’s drinking water meets water-quality standards set by the Province of Ontario. The pristine waters are an important source of safe, clean drinking water for communities and wildlife in the area. Given its enormous size and proximity to several American states, it can be easy to forget just how much of Lake Superior belongs to Canada. The lake is bordered by Ontario to the north and east, while Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan sit along its southern and western shores. The two largest Canadian cities that sit on the lake are Thunder Bay and Sault Ste. Marie. The rest of Travel + Leisure’s top 10 list includes clear-water lakes from New Zealand, Japan, and other parts of the world.  1. Rotomairewhenua (Blue Lake), New Zealand 2. Waldo Lake, Oregon 3. Crater Lake, Oregon 4. Lake Mashū, Japan 5. Lake Baikal, Russia 6. Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada 7. Lake Matano, Indonesia 8. Lake Khövsgöl, Mongolia 9. Lake Malawi, East Africa 10. Lake Superior, Canada and the U.S. If you’re lucky enough to travel soon to Lake Superior or any of the other lakes on this list, take pride in knowing you’re about to take a dip in some of the clearest water in the world. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canadian-lake-ranks-among-worlds-clearest Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:00:44 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/fifa-world-cup-merch-discounts Colton Pankiw Fans who were hoping to get their hands on some 2026 FIFA World Cup merch but were unable to may be in luck. While there was plenty of merch on sale before and during the World Cup, the high prices were sure to deter some fans. For the individuals who did pass on it, now may be the chance to land some items. There is plenty of merch still available on FIFA’s official website, and the best part is that it’s all 50 per cent off. This includes hoodies, T-shirts, polos, scarves, and much more. There are several Canadian-themed items that remain up for grabs, including women’s tank tops and hoodies. There are also two different scarf options, a unisex hoodie and T-shirt, and a polo. The scarves, T-shirt, and women’s tank tops are now all available for just C$30. There are still items up for grabs for 34 of the 48 countries that competed in this year’s World Cup. Here’s a look at the countries with merchandise remaining: - Algeria - Argentina - Australia - Austria - Belgium - Brazil - Canada - Colombia - Curacao - DR Congo - Ecuador - England - France - Germany - Ghana - Iraq - Italy - Ivory Coast - Japan - Mexico - Morocco - Netherlands - New Zealand - Paraguay - Saudi Arabia - Scotland - Senegal - South Africa - Sweden - Switzerland - Tunisia - Uruguay - USA - Uzbekistan Several of the items that remain for all countries are listed as “low stock,” meaning that fans who are interested in purchasing some of the merch will need to act sooner rather than later. For anyone who skipped out on the merchandise during the tournament, this could be a particularly good opportunity to pick up something they had their eye on without paying the original price. And while the World Cup may be over, the merchandise is a way for fans to hold onto a small piece of the tournament. With FIFA’s biggest men’s tournament not returning to North America anytime soon, it might be worth taking a look at what’s left before it’s gone for good. You might also like: - Canadian FIFA World Cup star leaves Juventus for prestigious club in Spain https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/fifa-world-cup-merch-discounts Fri, 04 Sep 2026 21:30:46 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/rumours-elliotte-friedman-kevin-bieksa-future-sportsnet Rob Williams There’s smoke, but is there fire surrounding the apparent uncertain futures of two of Sportsnet’s biggest stars? The rumour mill has been working overtime ever since Elliotte Friedman and Kevin Bieksa reportedly became “free agents” on Sept. 1. Fans have understandably been freaking out after the news was first reported by sports media insider Jonah Sigel. > And because you are asking , I'm told that both Elliotte and Kevin will essentially be free agents when their deals expire today. This doesn't mean either or both won't return but my sources tell me neither has yet to do so… As they say, could change in a minute .. > > — Jonah Sigel | Sports media + streaming (@yyzsportsmedia) August 31, 2026 Friedman moved from CBC to Sportsnet, along with Hockey Night in Canada, in 2014. Since then, he has taken the mantle as hockey’s No. 1 insider, making him one of the most influential people in the sport. Bieksa has been with the network since 2020. Quick wit combined with intelligent analysis has made him arguably the best analyst covering the NHL today. He has won the “best sports analyst” Canadian Screen Award three years in a row. While Sportsnet has taken a ton of criticism from fans in recent years, Friedman and Bieksa are likely the network’s two most popular hockey broadcasters. It begs the question: are Sportsnet execs playing with fire here? Maybe not with Friedman, who is “inching closer” to a deal with Sportsnet, according to Rob Longley of the Toronto Sun. As for Bieksa, Longley is reporting that the former Vancouver Canucks and Anaheim Ducks defenceman has “entertained opportunities” to work in the United States. Bieksa lives in Southern California, so it’s not like the commute to Toronto is convenient anyway. And wouldn’t he fit in well on an NHL on TNT panel? Whatever the case, it’ll be fascinating to see what NHL hockey looks like on Saturday nights this season. We know the show won’t be called “Hockey Night in Canada” going forward. Kelly Hrudey isn’t being brought back, and Jennifer Botterill is reportedly moving to Monday night. What about After Hours? Will Sportsnet continue the popular post-game feature following Scott Oake’s retirement? With the puck dropping on the NHL regular season in late September, we’ll know answers to all these questions very soon. You might also like: - Will Ron MacLean be back on Sportsnet's NHL coverage next season? https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/rumours-elliotte-friedman-kevin-bieksa-future-sportsnet Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:51:49 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/safe-unsafe-city-canada-poll Natalia Buia According to a new poll, one Canadian city has been ranked the safest in the country — but the final results were neck-and-neck. Quebec City narrowly edged out Ottawa for the top spot in a new study from Canadian polling firm Liaison Strategies, with just a one-point difference separating the two cities on the poll’s net safety score. Liaison Strategies asked 1,500 Canadian adults how safe or unsafe they believe 15 Canadian cities, including Calgary, Toronto, Vancouver and Halifax, actually are. They were asked whether they considered the cities very safe, somewhat safe, somewhat unsafe, very unsafe, or whether they do not know enough to say. Here’s where things get a little interesting. Ottawa actually had the highest percentage of respondents who said it was safe, with 75 per cent calling the capital city very or somewhat safe. Quebec City was close behind, at 74 per cent. But when the firm factored in both positive and negative perceptions of safety, Quebec City came out on top, because net safety subtracts the percentage of respondents who consider a city unsafe from the percentage who do consider it safe. “This is a two-city story,” said David Valentin, principal at Liaison Strategies. “That is a very narrow gap, but if we are ranking cities by net safety, Quebec City is first.” At the other end of the ranking, five cities had negative net safety scores: Saskatoon, Edmonton, Vancouver, Toronto, and Winnipeg, the latter finishing last at -28. “Winnipeg is the clearest safety concern,” said Valentin. “It also has the highest official Crime Severity Index among the cities tested, so in Winnipeg the perception problem and the official data are pointing in the same direction.” Valentin noted that Toronto is perceived as “almost as unsafe as Winnipeg,” but official crime-severity data does not place the city in the same category. He said that makes Toronto the clearest example in the report of a gap between a city’s safety reputation and its official crime data. Interestingly, Valentin also noted that only 12 per cent of Canadians surveyed said crime statistics are the main thing shaping their impression of how safe a city is. “If people are mostly relying on news coverage, personal experience, and word of mouth, then city safety is not just a policing issue. It is also a reputation issue.” He also pointed to what he described as a “clear gender gap,” as women see a sharper safety problem in several major cities like Winnipeg, Vancouver, Edmonton, and Toronto. Liaison Strategies says it is one of Canada’s most accurate polling firms, ranking first in accuracy in the 2025 Ontario election and second nationally in the 2025 federal election. The firm is also a member of the Canadian Research Insights Council. Visit its website to read the full study on the safest cities in Canada. You might also like: - Canadian city named one of the most colourful places in the world - This province ranks as the happiest place to live in Canada - Just three Canadian cities rank among the ‘smartest’ in the world https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/safe-unsafe-city-canada-poll Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:47:00 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/recall-skip-hop-elmo-teether-toy Natalia Buia New or expecting parents may want to check their drawers after a well-known Elmo teether was recalled in Canada over a potential choking hazard. In a joint recall notice with the US Consumer Product Safety Commission and Skip Hop Inc., Health Canada has issued a recall for over 20,000 Elmo-shaped teething toys. In Canada, the recalled product was sold between January 2025 and March 2026 through Carter’s OshKosh and various online retailers. The Skip Hop Baby Sesame Street Elmo Silicone Teether is a popular toy for babies three months and up, as it gives them something to safely chew on as they explore new sensations and soothe sore gums during the teething period. However, according to the notice, the black pupil portion of Elmo’s eyes can detach from the toy if it is frozen, posing a potential choking hazard. “Immediately stop using the recalled product,” reads the notice. “Contact Skip Hop Inc. for instructions on disposal of the product and to receive a refund in the form of a gift card.” As of Sept. 3, 2026, the company has received three reports of incidents involving the product in Canada, with no reports of injury. In the U.S., there has been one reported incident and no reports of injury. Those who have already purchased the affected item are urged to contact Skip Hop Inc. by telephone at 1-800-692-4674 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST, Monday to Friday, or visit its website for more information. You might also like: - Popular brand of chicken burgers recalled in Canada for a second time this month - Power banks with lithium-ion batteries, other items recalled in Canada over safety risks - Major grocer issues food recall across Canada due to listeria risk https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/recall-skip-hop-elmo-teether-toy Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:16:10 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/bank-canada-king-charles-20-dollar-bill Natalia Buia The Bank of Canada just unveiled a new vertical $20 banknote with King Charles on it. This is Canada’s first banknote to feature Charles, whose portrait replaces that of the late Queen Elizabeth II, who died Sept. 8, 2022. It’s also the first time in more than 70 years that a new monarch has appeared on the $20 denomination. Charles’ portrait is framed by leaves and flowers, which the Bank of Canada says are “inspired by the King’s lifetime dedication to the environment.” On the other side, the Canadian National Vimy Memorial in France remains as a tribute to Canada’s contributions and sacrifices in military conflicts throughout its history. But Canadians, naturally, are sounding off online — and they’re putting their two cents in regarding the new design. Much of the reaction centres on the decision to feature yet another British monarch, rather than a beloved Canadian figure. One name floating around is Terry Fox, whose Marathon of Hope began in 1980. Sept. 20 will mark 46 years since Fox’s run came to an end. > we need terry fox on the bill > > — dote (@insertcassettee) September 3, 2026 > Ok… Canadians want #TerryFox… when is this going to happen? > > — Dan (@DanMac2014) September 3, 2026 Someone on X also suggested putting a “real Canadian” like astronaut Jeremy Hansen, the first Canadian to orbit the moon, on the banknote instead. > A real Canadian that deserves to be on money pic.twitter.com/B7iqkWl89M > > — Huntsman (@Huntsman3766341) September 3, 2026 Another user on X is urging the Bank of Canada to reconsider acclaimed Canadian actor and director Matt Johnson, from Nirvana the Band the Show the Movie. > get that fat fuck off of there putt matt johnson on it https://t.co/RsbFZhX2nF > > — maria (@Shift__11) September 3, 2026 People really did not hold back when commenting on the Bank of Canada’s unveiling. > I’d like to opt out of the grifting monarchy please. > > — Free and Conservative 🍁 (@FreeConserve) September 3, 2026 “Cheap and worthless” is how one Canadian described the new look. > You’ve turned the classic Canadian bank note around, and made it look cheap and worthless. > > — Aaron Broomfield 🇨🇦 (@AaronBr00mfie7d) September 3, 2026 “Ugly” is another word that has gotten thrown around a lot in the last couple of hours. > sorry but its ugly > > — Atlas 🇨🇦🍁 (@wb_atlas) September 3, 2026 Not a fan of the king. Also, not a fan of the display style, vertical like that, feels ugly. — Lex Field (@Laxciel) September 3, 2026 It seems Canadians are just sick of “old men” on their money. > Gross and get the old men off the bills. > > — Alt (@AlteisenX) September 3, 2026 > this is disgusting, that old, stinky man on the bill is crazy https://t.co/cWWjrGfqTQ > > — – (@BlackVelvvett) September 3, 2026 One person noticed how Charles’ face on the bill resembles another polarizing political figure. > At first glance, thought that was Putin ha > > — Lincee (@c_lincee) September 3, 2026 Someone else already pointed out Charles’ connection to the late Jeffrey Epstein. His brother Andrew (who has since been stripped of his royal titles) was reportedly closely associated with the convicted sex offender who was jailed for soliciting prostitution from a minor. > His brother was involved with Epstein and is a nonce > > Why do we need to have Epstein affiliated people who don’t work for their money in our currency? It’s 2026, let’s honour CANADIANS > > — Ezekiel Trontavious (@zeketrontay) September 3, 2026 The vertical design is also getting mixed reviews. > Why vertical money! Absolutely terrible design choice! > > — Patriot (@POTUS_x47) September 3, 2026 The $20 is only the second Canadian banknote to go vertical, following the $10 bill featuring civil rights pioneer and businesswoman Viola Desmond, which was unveiled in 2018. > Boooo! Can’t stand having to face vertical bills. The $10 is bad enough. Just keep them horizontal like they are supposed to be, I don’t want a wallet full of book marks. > > — RockSalt (@GettingRealNews) September 3, 2026 Others say it looks more like Monopoly money than Canadian money. > Did hasbro approve you guys changing the look of Monopoly money? Cause that’s all this is lol > > — KodiTheFox (@RealKodiTheFox) September 3, 2026 > New Monopoly money looking crisp pic.twitter.com/DxozpVJ9WS > > — The Day Man (@Tamalmere) September 3, 2026 And a few inflation jokes were made. > Might be worth $18.20 by then though 👀 > > — Richard Haas (@RichardAHaas) September 3, 2026 The Bank of Canada says that the new note will gradually enter circulation in late February 2027. You might also like: - Just three Canadian cities rank among the ‘smartest’ in the world - Don't be such a Gerbert! Canada’s most-searched slang words revealed - Travelling abroad? This website tells Canadians how much to tip in every country https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/bank-canada-king-charles-20-dollar-bill Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:14:34 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/canada-smart-city-index-2026 Natalia Buia Major Canadian cities often make the cut on certain global rankings, but when it comes to the world’s “smartest” cities, only four Canadian cities cracked the list. No, that doesn’t mean people living in these cities read the most books or can win a game of Jeopardy! The 2026 Smart City Index from IMD, the International Institute for Management Development, ranks cities based on factors including technology, infrastructure, quality of life, and more. Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal were the only Canadian cities to crack the list, which looked at 148 cities from around the world. So, what exactly makes a city “smart”? The index, produced by IMD’s World Competitiveness Center, looks at technology, infrastructure, economic strength, quality of life, and inclusiveness, based largely on what residents think about their city. It evaluates 148 cities across areas including health and safety, mobility, opportunities, and governance. Each city is given an overall grade from AAA to D based on how well it performs. AAA is the highest rating, followed by AA, A, BBB, BB, B, and so on. Here’s where the “smart” Canadian cities ranked in 2026. 48. TORONTO Toronto landed in 48th place in the 2026 Smart City Index, making a pretty significant jump from last year, when it ranked 63rd. It received an overall BBB rating in the index, with its technology performance scoring higher than its structural performance.  Toronto scored an A in technologies, suggesting residents are seeing the benefits of digital services in their everyday lives.  The city performed particularly well when it comes to online access to government services, with residents also saying that purchasing tickets online for shows and museums has made it easier to attend. The city’s internet speed and reliability also scored well, with residents saying it meets their connectivity needs. The report also found that 83.1 per cent of Toronto respondents chose affordable housing as one of the five most urgent issues in the city. Next came road congestion at 55.6 per cent, followed by health services at 53.2 per cent. 58. VANCOUVER Way back in 2021, Vancouver ranked 28th overall, but this year, Vancouver landed in 58th place (last year the city ranked 53rd), and it received BBB ratings for both structures and technologies. Much like Toronto, affordable housing was the biggest concern among Vancouver residents, with 85.4 per cent choosing it as one of their top five priorities. Health services followed at 66.7 per cent, while road congestion was selected by 58.5 per cent. Vancouver’s results also show a bit of a mixed bag when it comes to basic services. While 78.6 per cent of residents said recycling services are satisfactory, just 56.3 per cent said basic sanitation meets the needs of the city’s poorest areas. Vancouver’s digital services also appear to be making everyday life easier. 68.4 per cent said buying tickets online for shows and museums has made attending easier, while 65.3 per cent said online job listings have made finding work easier. Online medical appointments also scored well, with 62.3 per cent saying they’ve improved access to care. 61. OTTAWA Ottawa didn’t fare quite as as it did last year, dropping from 42nd place in 2025 to 61st place in the 2026 Smart City Index, with an A rating for structures and a BBB rating for technologies. Affordable housing was residents’ biggest concern, with 84.3 per cent ranking it among their top five priorities. Health services followed at 72.7 per cent, while road congestion, public transport and unemployment were other concerns. Ottawa also showed some strengths when it comes to digital services and quality of life. Residents gave positive marks to online ticket purchasing for shows and museums, while green spaces and cultural activities were also rated highly. Online job listings and medical appointments were also seen as making everyday life easier. Ottawa residents were less convinced that technology is helping with transportation, with just 32.9 per cent saying car-sharing apps have reduced congestion and 41.4 per cent saying parking apps have shortened journey times. Online voting also received a low score, with just 22.4 per cent saying it has increased participation. 86. MONTREAL This year, Montreal landed further down the list, coming in 86th place. The city received an overall BB rating, with a B in technologies and BB in structures. Its technology score came in at 52.7, while structures scored slightly higher at 53.8. Montreal also showed some strengths when it comes to digital services and quality of life. Residents gave positive marks to the city’s internet speed and reliability, while online ticket purchasing for shows and museums was also seen as making it easier to attend. Lifelong learning opportunities provided by local institutions were another bright spot. But there are some areas that need work. Affordable housing was one of the city’s most urgent concerns, while healthcare and traffic congestion also stood out. Only 19.1 per cent of respondents said traffic congestion was not a problem, while just 39.7 per cent said medical services were satisfactory. If you’re curious to see the top 20 smartest cities in the world, here’s the official ranking: 1. Zurich, Switzerland 2. Oslo, Norway 3. Geneva, Switzerland 4. London, England 5. Copenhagen, Denmark 6. Dubai, United Arab Emirates 7. Lausanne, Switzerland 8. Canberra, Australia 9. Singapore 10. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates  11. Helsinki, Finland 12. Seoul, South Korea 13. Prague, Czech Republic 14. Stockholm, Sweden 15. Hamburg, Germany 16. Beijing, China 17. Amsterdam, the Netherlands  18. Ljubljana, Slovenia  19. Munich, Germany 20. Shanghai, China To read the full index, visit IMD’s website.  You might also like: - Don't be such a Gerbert! Canada’s most-searched slang words revealed - Pump the brakes: Canada reportedly extending gas tax cut into 2027 - Canadians are getting lots of government benefit payments in September https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canada-smart-city-index-2026 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:27:23 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/canadas-most-searched-slang-words Natalia Buia When it comes to slang, we Canucks have a language all our own. From loonies to double-doubles, we’ve got a knack for leaving international visitors scratching their heads. But do you really have to be Canadian to understand slang? These days, most people — millennials, Gen Zers, and seasoned boomers trying to keep up — have a slang word for just about anything, even Canadian cities themselves. And if you’ve spent any time on TikTok lately, you’ve probably encountered a few; a baffling example would be “6-7.” Seriously, what does it mean?! It can be confusing to keep up with all the emerging slang words. Luckily, Word Unscrambler crunched 2026 Google search data to find out which slang words Canadians are searching for the most. The ranking combines Google Trends data with Ahrefs’ search volumes, looking at 150 different search variations for each slang term. Using slang words is a social signal, says Word Unscrambler spokesperson Randoh Sallihall. “The most searched slang words of 2026 give insight into the cultural conversations happening in Canada. Using slang is a social signal,” World Unscrambler says, adding that oftentimes, slang helps people navigate identity and belong to a community. THE MOST SEARCHED SLANG WORDS IN CANADA — AND WHAT THEY MEAN 6-7: Merriam-Webster defines it as “a nonsensical expression,” originating from the song “Doot Doot (6 7)” by Skrilla. In 2025, NBA star LaMelo Ball made a TikTok about being 6 feet 7 inches tall, and suddenly “6-7” became a thing. Rizz: Charm, style, charisma — whatever you call it; it’s all about that smooth ability to attract a crush or make people like you. Mog: To outclass someone else by appearing more attractive, skillful or successful than them. Example: “Monica dressed to impress and is completely mogging the whole office today.” Gooning: Originally used in online communities to describe a prolonged session of self-pleasure, “gooning” has evolved into slang for obsessing over something like a crush, hobby, or conspiracy theory. Example: “He spent the entire weekend in his room gooning over aliens instead of studying for his final exams.” Chud: An insult for internet trolls or anyone you find obnoxious. Calling someone a “chud” is like saying they’re a fool or a jerk. Larper: Nope, it’s not about medieval knights anymore. These days, it’s slang for someone pretending to be something they’re not just to get attention — basically, a poser or a try-hard. Cap, no cap: Cap means you’re telling a lie, making a fake claim or exaggeration. Whereas “no cap” means you’re telling the truth. Example: “That was the best burger I’ve ever had, no cap, but those fries were total cap.” Foid: Sigh. A derogatory term for women (short for “femoid”), and it’s pretty offensive. It’s used to insult women, often in misogynistic online spaces. Not cool, folks! Unc: This one’s simple; it’s short for uncle. People use it to describe someone old, out of time, or past their prime. Example: “Elon Musk thinks his Cybertruck is the shizz, but he just looks like a total unc trying to stay relevant.” Chopped: When someone looks rough, unattractive, or just plain ugly. Clock it: Agreeing with a sharp observation, calling something out or stating an unspoken truth. Example: “Viewers clocked it immediately when the new bombshell on Love Island pretended to like the boy in the couple just to stay safe from elimination.” Torta: A Spanish word used to describe an overweight, chubby, or curvy woman. [Editor’s Note: as a “torta” myself, I would advise people not to use this word, like, ever!] Cracked: Skillful and talented, especially in gaming. If someone’s “cracked,” that means they’re a pro, a legend, an icon. Aura points: Another Gen Z/Alpha slang term that acts as a playful, invisible scoring system for a person’s coolness, charisma, and social presence. Example: “Ugh, Jack just lost 5,000 aura points by refusing to delegate tasks to his colleagues.” Gerbert: A playful insult meaning someone is weak, foolish or acting like a baby. The word references the iconic Gerber Baby branding often seen on specific baby products. That’s quite a lot to take in at once. If you’re curious about which slang word is most popular in each province and territory, Word Unscrambler breaks it down: - Yukon: maxxing (to maximize an activity or personal quality) - British Columbia: chud - Nova Scotia: 6-7 - Prince Edward Island: futz (to waste time or fool around) - Ontario: 6-7 - Alberta: chopped - Northwest Territories: 6-7 - Manitoba: larping - Saskatchewan: rizz - Newfoundland and Labrador: mogging - Nunavut: 6-7 - New Brunswick: larping - Quebec: 6-7 Of course, trends are always evolving, and slang is no different. What has rizz today could be a total chud tomorrow. Who knows what Canadians will be Googling by the end of the year? You might also like: - Canadians visited this sunny destination more than any overseas country this year - Snoop Dogg is hiring an international ice cream taster who'll earn $14,000 a month - Turn right on MapQuest: These apps still call it Lake Ontario https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canadas-most-searched-slang-words Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:03:45 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/fizz-brand-refresh-canada Kendall Bistretzan Fizz has been on a pretty great run these last few years. After launching in Quebec in 2018, the mobile carrier expanded across the country, bringing its affordable coverage to cost- and tech-savvy customers Canada-wide. Fizz is best known for giving members complete control over their plan. With its entirely online presence, Fizz members have direct access to their account, billing information, and customer support. They can even manage their plan from their accounts, add a new service or order a new device. Plus, switching over to Fizz is super easy and can be done in a matter of minutes. Simply pop in your SIM card or activate an eSIM to enjoy prime connection. Now in 2026, Fizz is evolving with an exciting brand refresh. But it’s still the same company you know and love. A FRESH NEW VIBE Fizz isn’t just affordable. It’s got flexible plans and is easy to set up – all features highlighted in the new visuals popping up in ad spaces across the country. You could say it’s a “phone-smart” option, with a range of advantages like data rollover and a referral program, making it an obvious in both the short- and long-term. In Toronto alone, you can catch the Fizz placements at high-impact spots like on the TEC tower at Sankofa Square, various train stations, wrapped around Bike Share stations, and in the form of a mural painted in the Distillery District. THE SAME FIZZ CANADIANS LOVE While the brand image has evolved, Fizz is hanging on to the benefits that make is such a good option. Data rollover means any unused data automatically transfers to the next month, so there’s no need to worry about getting your money’s worth – it’s already a given. With flexible phone plans, you can keep your plan and your price for as long as you want, and if you do decide to make a change to your account, you can just do it. It’s your account, so you shouldn’t need to ask for permission! A generous loyalty program also lets you unlock rewards — like free data or dollars off your monthly plan — the moment your mobile plan is live. You can watch from your account as your savings flourish, while unlocking even better rewards along the way. And if you love Fizz enough to share, there’s a $25 referral bonus for new members. Top it all off with no overage or roaming fees and no price increases, and you’ve got a mobile carrier that’s as transparent as it is convenient. Visit the Fizz website to learn more about its online model and how you can start saving money on your phone bill. And keep your eyes peeled for its swanky new look! https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/fizz-brand-refresh-canada Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:00:33 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/alberta-hot-springs-miette-aquacourt Laine Mitchell There are some gorgeous hot springs to visit in Alberta, but did you know there’s a spot in the Rockies that is nothing but ruins of a former pool? Nestled near the iconic current Miette Hot Springs facility in Jasper National Park, you can find the ruins of the Miette Aquacourt, which operated from 1938 to 1984. The area dates back to the 1800s, when First Nations people introduced members of the Hudson’s Bay and North West Companies to three hot springs located on Sulphur Creek, a tributary of Fiddle River, Parks Canada stated. The Miette Aquacourt was a welcome improvement on log pools and canvas tents that previously occupied the area when it first opened. Over the years, millions of people came to soak in the hot springs water. You might also like: - A busy intersection in north Edmonton just closed until November - Calgary leisure centre built in the '80s closing for a massive $51M makeover - A new Alberta early winter forecast isn't quite like the rest of them After nearly 50 years of welcoming visitors, unstable rocks on surrounding slopes, weakening concrete and aging equipment, overcrowding, and poor access led to the closing of this facility in 1984. From the looks of a photo of the former aquacourt that’s at the site, the spot where people swam in the hot springs has been completely overrun by nature, with decently large trees growing in the pool area. You can learn more about the history of the Miette Hot Springs in Alberta on the Parks Canada website. Do you know anyone who had the chance to visit the Miette Aquacourt back when it was in operation? Let us know in the comments. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/alberta-hot-springs-miette-aquacourt Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:16:06 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/times-running-out-unsigned-nhl-players Colton Pankiw September has officially arrived, which means we are less than a month away from the 2026-27 NHL season kicking off. This is always an exciting time for players, as they get completely fresh slates and are optimistic for a big season in store. At least, that’s the case for those with a contract in place. Given that we are less than a month out, things are starting to get quite stressful for several NHLers who have yet to find new homes in free agency. They are going to need to sign contracts in a hurry if they hope to be with a team to kick off the 2026-27 season, or even perhaps consider settling for a professional tryout offer (PTO). Here’s a look at some notable players who are still available for all 32 teams across the league… FORWARDS - Vladimr Tarasenko - Michael Bunting - James Van Riemsdyk - Evander Kane - David Perron - Reilly Smith - Jonathan Drouin - Philipp Kurashev - Tanner Pearson - Adam Henrique - Gustav Nyquist - Brandon Saad - Luke Glendening - Curtis Lazar - Ryan Reaves - Patrik Laine There are some truly eye-catching names on that list, perhaps none more so than Vladimir Tarasenko. The 34-year-old managed 23 goals and 47 points in 2025-26, which suggests he should be able to ink a new deal, though clearly things have been quieter than he and his party expected. Other names on this list are generally older players who appear to be on the decline, though that isn’t the case for everyone. Take Patrik Laine, for example, who, despite being just 28 years old, has struggled so much with injuries in recent seasons that his time in the NHL may be finished. DEFENCEMEN - John Klingberg - Logan Stanley - Ben Hutton - Carson Soucy - Matt Grzelcyk - Jeff Petry - Mike Reilly - Nick Leddy - Adam Boqvist - Travis Hamonic - Derek Forbort - Jake Bean - Matt Dumba - Pierre-Olivier Joseph While there may not be as many standout names on the blue line as there are for forwards, seeing a guy like Logan Stanley remain on the market has surprised many. The same could even be said for the likes of John Klingberg and Carson Soucy. Much like the forward crop, plenty of the defencemen listed above are aging players. They may need to wind up deciding if they’d like one last kick at the can on a PTO, or simply just call it a career. GOALIES - Connor Ingram - Cam Talbot - James Reimer - Petr Mrazek - Matt Murray The goalie list for remaining free agents is predictably much shorter. That said, there are still some intriguing names for teams looking to add a goaltender to their roster. The best of the bunch is likely Connor Ingram, who wound up serving as the Edmonton Oilers’ number-one goalie down the stretch of the 2025-26 season and into the playoffs. Cam Talbot also suited up for 34 games, while the other three were used sparingly. You might also like: - 2026 NFL standings as predicted by oddsmakers https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/times-running-out-unsigned-nhl-players Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:49:37 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/mapquest-other-apps-lake-ontario Matthew Mountjoy What a strange time to be looking for directions. With the recent executive order by U.S. President Donald Trump to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America (in the U.S., anyway), map applications like Google Maps have already made the switch. Expectedly, this hasn’t gone down well. Canadian companies such as the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO), Hydro One, Metrolinx, and even the Canadian government itself have received negative press over maps on their websites that depict Lake America — which is largely blamed on third-party embedded maps that have renamed the lake. Now, I should note before we get into this that if you are hesitant about changing, Google Maps does localize its mapping services for naming disputes based on the country you’re in, so you won’t see Lake America when using the app. If you want a non-American example of this, there’s the Japanese/Korean East Sea dispute, where both North and South Korea use the East Sea, while Japan uses the Sea of Japan; it is shown on Google Maps as such, with both names shown for international users. I should also mention that this list doesn’t include Waze or Apple Maps. While it is a good option if you want to switch to a different navigator, it is wholly owned by Google’s parent company, Alphabet Inc. So if you want to ditch Google’s mapping tech entirely, you’re going to have to go with something else. Anywho, let’s check out the options. MAPQUEST Ah, the old faithful. MapQuest has come out on social media following the news of the executive order, saying it won’t change the name in its systems. > We’re not changing it. pic.twitter.com/NdeE9v2BNO > > — MapQuest (@MapQuest) August 27, 2026 Following this, downloads for MapQuest on both iOS and Android soared, with the app sliding into top positions among free apps on both the Canadian and US app stores, which The Washington Post notes is the highest position in the company’s 30-year history. After noodling around with it for a little bit, I honestly really like it. The routes I punched in were quite direct and are actually routes I use in real life (which includes my highway route to my local GO station, bravo). However, you do have to be mindful of road closures, as I noticed it sometimes didn’t display them on maps, and one faster route went directly through a road near me that is currently closed for construction. Although I do like the bicycle feature, I also wish public transit options were available, especially if you’re trying to navigate to a city’s downtown and don’t want to deal with the headache of driving. ORGANIC MAPS Another alternative if you’re on the hunt is Organic Maps, available for both iOS and Android. After messing around with it for a little bit, it’s honestly a nice middle ground between both Google Maps and Apple Maps. I also really like the UI. It comes with three direction options: route to, route from, and save, which I found makes it much quicker to set your directions than any other option I tested. I like that there is a public transit option (cars are expensive), but it’s annoying that it doesn’t default to the GO train for certain routes. For example, I set directions to the CN Tower, and instead of telling me to take the Lakeshore East, it made me take a ton of buses and subways to get there, in what would’ve been a three-and-a-half-hour excursion. I also found that it made me download some maps before actually using it, so that’s something to look into before you use this app when travelling. OTHER HONOURABLE MENTIONS There are a few other options out there worth mentioning, though your experience with them may vary. For starters, there are a number of apps that leverage data from OpenStreetMap, a free, community-driven map platform that emphasizes open data. Several apps leverage OpenStreetMap, such as TomTom, OsmAnd and the above Organic Maps. Update Sept. 2, 9:12 a.m. ET: CoMaps is another OSM-based mapping app highlighted by some commenters below. At the time of writing, OpenStreetMap still showed Lake Ontario, which should mean any other service leveraging its data will as well. There’s also a mapping app called HERE WeGo, which was initially created by Nokia and is now owned by a consortium of car makers. Some have described it as very comparable to Google Maps, so it could be another option as well. Did we miss any? Let us know down below. Update Sept. 1, 4:46 p.m.: Apple Maps has now been removed, as Apple just changed the name of Lake Ontario within the app following pressure from US President Donald Trump. Thanks, Apple. You might also like: - Bell is raising mobile prices for some customers this year - These Canadian cities rank high for tech talent in 2026 — here’s what they pay - Uber now lets Canadians book hotels directly through its ride-hailing app https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/mapquest-other-apps-lake-ontario Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:11:43 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/kfc-cheetos Charlie Hart The foodie worlds are colliding right now, and this time, KFC and Cheetos are teaming up on new spicy menu items. For a limited time, the home of Kentucky Fried Chicken and the iconic snack brand will be serving up four brand-new menu items. The menu includes the Flamin’ Hot Chicken Sandwich, which features KFC’s breaded chicken fillet, coated in Flamin’ Hot seasoning, and topped with a spicy sauce and crunchy Cheetos Flamin’ Hot. >   > > > > > View this post on Instagram > > > > >   > > A post shared by KFC Canada (@kfc_canada) Fries will be feeling the heat with the Flamin’ Hot Fries, using the signature spicy seasoning. There will also be a creamy Flamin’ Hot Dip Cup to dip your fries, chicken, or sandwich of choice into.  Not even beverages are safe from the spicy treatment, with the new Cheetos Dirty Soda, made with Orange Crush and topped with vanilla cold foam and a sprinkle of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos for good measure. The new menu items will be available for a limited time across Canada, so now’s your chance. You might also like: - Subway launches new value menu across Canada with sandwiches under $5 - Popular brand of chicken burgers recalled in Canada for a second time this month - Inside Shake Shack's first Canadian drive-thru location in Calgary https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/kfc-cheetos Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:40:56 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/national-geographic-best-new-hotel-fairmont-jasper-park-lodge Allison Stephen If you’re looking for a great Canadian hotel to check out, one beautiful spot in the Rockies was just named one of the world’s best new hotels. The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge in Jasper National Park, Alta., was the only Canadian property to make National Geographic’s inaugural list of the 20 best new hotels around the world. The list highlights new and recently renovated hotels from across the globe, and the 104-year-old Jasper property definitely falls into the latter category. Described as a sanctuary, the property recently underwent a massive multimillion-dollar renovation following the 2024 wildfires that introduced new elements inspired by the UNESCO-designated landscape surrounding the hotel. If you’re interested in seeing what it looks like, we had an opportunity to check out the new rooms and get a sneak peek at the lobby during our visit last winter. The new reno features blue hues that match Beauvert Lake, with carved wood and natural textures throughout. The dining experience at the Jasper Park Lodge has also been significantly updated with three new restaurants: Lume, serving craft cocktails and plant-forward bites; Elderwood, with locally inspired, family-style meals; and The Barbicon, a high-end steakhouse. You might also like: - Pump the brakes: Canada reportedly extending gas tax cut into 2027 - Cineplex is offering $5 tickets and $5 popcorn this weekend only - Travelling abroad? This website tells Canadians how much to tip in every country National Geographic also noted it’s a great spot for groups and families, with a mix of lodge accommodations and private cabins. Its concierge can help arrange a range of experiences around Jasper, including kayaking, guided glacier walks and even helicopter-accessed foraging and picnic trips. For those looking to relax, the resort’s outdoor wellness offerings include a cold plunge in Beauvert Lake followed by time in a barrel sauna. We got to try the experience when it was first introduced last year and were surprised by how relaxing it was. And last but not least, one of the biggest perks of staying at Jasper Park Lodge is the sky above you. The property is located within the Jasper Dark Sky Preserve, making it an ideal place to take in the night sky. The on-site Jasper Planetarium offers stargazing experiences, including opportunities to see the northern lights and explore the solar system through powerful telescopes. Other spots to make the list of best hotels include the Coral Sands Inn & Cottages in the Bahamas, the Hanok Heritage Hotel in South Korea, and the Pinnacle Kigali in Rwanda. You can view the full list on National Geographic’s website. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/national-geographic-best-new-hotel-fairmont-jasper-park-lodge Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:36:08 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/petro-canada-give-a-honk Sabrina Gamrot Honk honk! This Ontario roadside attraction is getting a new look, and it’s sure to cause some honking! During September, the iconic 28-foot Goose statue in Wawa, Ontario, will have a larger-than-life makeover inspired by the Petro-Canada Give A Honk Goose Keychain. The Goose Keychain is available at Petro-Canada locations across the country. Fill up your car, head inside, and get your Goose for $1.  For every keychain purchased, $3 will be donated to the Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation, supporting family caregivers across the country. The Goose Keychain is $1 plus taxes with a 25L fuel purchase. PUMP FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS Family caregivers are everywhere — odds are, you probably know someone who looks after a parent, child, or loved one. Petro-Canada wants to help recognize family caregivers by asking Canadians to “Give A Honk”. It’s an important, often unrecognized role. There are nearly 8 million family caregivers across Canada who provide unpaid care to loved ones living with health conditions, disabilities, chronic illness, or age-related needs. Roughly one in four Canadians is a family caregiver and spends an average of 19 hours a week providing care. Since being launched in 2020, the Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation has donated more than $16 million through grants, partnerships and research. FAMILY CAREGIVERS ARE STRONG AND RESILIENT, LIKE A CANADIAN GOOSE So, why a Canadian goose? The mighty bird represents loyalty, protection and dedication to their flock, traits that feel pretty familiar when you think about family caregivers. What better place to kick off the second annual Give A Honk campaign, then in Wawa, aka the home of the “big goose.” Show your support, purchase your Goose Keychain at Petro-Canada and help acknowledge celebrate family caregivers across Canada. It’s time to Give A Honk! https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/petro-canada-give-a-honk Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:46:32 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/mexico-top-overseas-country-canadian-travellers Natalia Buia This year, Canadians are travelling south — well past the U.S. — in search of sun, sand, and salsa, it seems. New data from Statistics Canada shows that Mexico was once again the most visited overseas country by Canadian residents in 2026. While not technically overseas, Statistics Canada defines “overseas” as any country in the world outside of Canada and the United States. Between January and March, Canadians made approximately 1.3 million visits to Mexico. That’s about 51,000 more visits than during the same period last year. Mexico was followed by the Dominican Republic, which recorded approximately 441,000 Canadian visits in the first quarter of 2026. Costa Rica ranked third, with about 193,000 visits from Canadians — its highest first-quarter total since StatCan began collecting the data in 2018. It’s not hard to see why Mexico is such a fan favourite, given its warm temperatures, vast beaches, delicious food, vibrant culture, and relatively short flights from Canada. Its popularity also comes as Canadian travel habits appear to be changing. Despite a reported 5.5 million trips which included an outbound visit to the U.S., StatCan says there has been a “persistent shift away from the U.S.” among Canadian travellers, with leisure travel to the U.S. falling sharply in 2025. Even Florida, a longtime popular spot among Canadian snowbirds, is feeling a little salty about it. Meanwhile, overseas travel picked up. So far this year, Canadians have made 4.6 million trips to overseas destinations, up 6.2 per cent from the same period in 2025. They’re also spending more once they get there. StatCan says travellers spent approximately $10.1 billion overseas between January and March 2026, a 16.7 per cent increase year over year. On average, Canadian residents spent $2,210 per visit, and the average visit length was 13.3 nights. If Mexico is calling your name, when is the best time to go? The months between December and April are generally a popular time to visit, thanks to warm, relatively dry weather in many of the country’s beach destinations like Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, and Tulum. But the rest of the year can be just as pleasant. If lounging poolside is too slow a pace, you can always explore the vibrant streets and architecture of Mexico City or dive into the Indigenous culture and rich food scene of Oaxaca City. Canadians should keep an eye out for any travel advisories. On Aug. 12, the government issued a notice for Mexico, warning of the possible risk of cyclosporiasis; however, that advisory has now been lifted. You might also like: - Travelling abroad? This website tells Canadians how much to tip in every country - Why Vancouver was recently named one of the world's best escapes - Tourist hot spots where the Canadian dollar goes way further than in the U.S. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/mexico-top-overseas-country-canadian-travellers Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:16:23 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/canada-extends-gas-tax-cut Natalia Buia Canadians could be getting more relief at the pumps after all. The federal government is expected to extend its temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax on gasoline and diesel until Jan. 31, 2027, according to multiple news reports. The tax break was originally set to expire on Sept. 7 but as CTV first reported, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne is expected to announce the extension in Ottawa later today. If confirmed, the extension would mean Canadians continue to get a break of 10 cents per litre on gasoline and four cents per litre on diesel. As of Wednesday morning, the average cost of gas in Canada was 172.9 cents per litre, according to the Canadian Automobile Association. The federal fuel excise tax on gasoline has been set at 10 cents per litre since 1995, while the federal diesel excise tax has been four cents per litre since 1987. Shortly after his Liberal government secured a majority, Prime Minister Mark Carney first announced the pause on April 14, and it officially took effect on April 20. At the time, Carney said fuel prices had “increased sharply” in Canada because of the war with Iran, and that the government was taking action to help ease the pressure on Canadians at the pumps. The measure was estimated to provide more than $2.4 billion in tax relief this year. If the reported extension goes ahead, the federal fuel excise tax would remain at zero through Jan. 31. According to the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, sedan drivers will continue to save about $6 every time they fill up, while minivan and pick-up truck drivers save around $7 and $10, respectively. You might also like: - Canadians can earn up to 13¢/l at Shell gas stations with revamped loyalty program - Major Canadian airline reduces extra fee on some bookings - Canadians could be part of a class-action lawsuit against Uber https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canada-extends-gas-tax-cut Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:58:44 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/salary-increases-canada-2027 Natalia Buia If you’re hoping your paycheque gets a little fatter next year, there’s some good news — but don’t go off planning your dream vacation just yet. Canadian employers are projecting an average salary increase of 3.1 per cent in 2027, according to a new survey from compensation consulting firm Normandin Beaudry. The annual survey, now in its 16th year, collected responses from more than 800 Canadian organizations. The percentage may sound small, but even a few extra percentage points can make a difference in the long run. For example, a 3.1 per cent increase on a $70,000 salary would be about $2,170. It looks like 2027 won’t quite match the salary highs of recent years. In 2023, the national average was around 4.2 per cent, making it the standout year on the chart. But not every industry is playing by the same numbers. Some sectors are expected to hand out slightly bigger salary increases in 2027, so where you work could make a difference. With the cost of living putting pressure on Canadians’ wallets, every dollar counts. A 3.4 per cent increase on a $65,000 salary would mean an extra $2,210 a year, bringing one’s total annual salary to $67,210. Normandin Beaudry’s figures exclude salary freezes, so the 3.1 per cent average only reflects companies that are budgeting for increases rather than those freezing salaries altogether. “Projections indicate that despite Canada experiencing what economists call a ‘technical recession’, organizations are planning consistent salary increase budgets as reported in 2026,” the survey states. THE INDUSTRIES EXPECTING THE BIGGEST PAY BUMPS Where could Canadian workers see the biggest salary increases in 2027? Normandin Beaudry says six sectors are currently projecting salary budget increases above the national average: - Telecommunications, data processing, data warehousing and related services: 3.4 per cent - Finance and insurance: 3.4 per cent - Real estate, rental and leasing: 3.3 per cent - Technology: 3.3 per cent - Construction: 3.3 per cent - Professional, scientific and technological services: 3.2 per cent And where you live makes a difference, too. Normandin Beaudry’s map also breaks down the projected salary increases across Canada. The differences are pretty small, with Quebec coming out on top at 3.2 per cent, while Alberta is at the lower end with a 2.9 per cent increase. The difference might not look huge on paper, but when salary budgets are staying pretty steady across the country, every little bit helps. Of course, these numbers aren’t a guarantee that everyone in these industries will get the same pay bump. Your actual raise (if you get one at all) will depend on things like your overall performance, the job market and your employer. Check out Normandin Beaudry’s website for the full report. You might also like: - Here's where minimum wage is increasing in Canada this fall - Looking for a job in Canada? These industries are hiring the most people right now - These are the best companies in Canada in 2026 https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/salary-increases-canada-2027 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:05:41 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/cineplex-five-dollar-movie-popcorn-deal Natalia Buia If you want to spend the last long weekend of summer at the movie theatre, where the air conditioning is blasting and the butter popcorn is flowing, now’s your chance. Best of all, you don’t have to break the bank to do it. Cineplex is bringing back its popular discounted movie ticket and popcorn deal for a limited time. Canada’s largest cinema chain is offering moviegoers $5 general admission tickets and $5 small bags of popcorn (plus tax) on Saturday, Sept. 5, and Sunday, Sept. 6. It’s the ideal weekend to catch up on summer blockbusters like Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The End of Oak Street, and The Odyssey, though Cineplex says this offer is not valid for IMAX 70MM screenings. Or, you can opt for a movie marathon and see Tony, the Anthony Bourdain biopic directed by Canadian filmmaker Matthew Johnson, the Gillian Anderson-led slasher Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, and the acclaimed British rom-com Finding Emily — because you’ve got to have a little variety when at the movies. Tickets are now available for purchase on Cineplex’s website, and you can upgrade your general admission ticket to any premium experience for a small fee. According to Cineplex, the offer can be applied to movies in 3D, IMAX®, UltraAVX®, D-BOX®, 4DX®, ScreenX®, and VIP. However, it cannot be applied to non-feature films or Cineplex Events performances, or in combination with any other promotion, coupon, or discount. The chain also says that part of the proceeds from this coming weekend’s $5 deal will support the Canadian Picture Pioneers, which helps members of Canada’s film industry through financial assistance and education. Looking for more ways to save at the movie theatre? Cineplex also released its $3.99 Family Favourites lineup for September. https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/cineplex-five-dollar-movie-popcorn-deal Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:00:55 GMT https://dailyhive.com/toronto/draftkings-fuel-giveaway-toronto Kendall Bistretzan One of Canada’s favourite seasons has finally returned. Fall? No — football season! And with it comes the hustle and bustle of watch parties, gameday celebrations, stadium experiences, and so much more. DraftKings is fuelling the excitement, both figuratively and literally, with its Gameday Fuel experience. For a limited time on Wednesday, Sept. 2, DraftKings will take over a local gas station in Toronto from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and cover the cost of fuel for eligible drivers while supplies last. No catch, just free fuel for fans. GAMING RESPONSIBLY WITH DRAFTKINGS DraftKings is a digital sports and gaming company that recently expanded into Alberta after making its Ontario debut in 2022. Its mission is to make life more exciting by responsibly creating the world’s favourite real-money games, betting experiences, and more. So it’s only natural that the folks at DraftKings are especially excited for football season. And because responsibility must be at the core of every online gaming experience, DraftKings informs and encourages customers about tools like deposit limits, cool-off periods, and self-exclusion. These resources are designed to help people understand their activity on the app and highlight ways to help make the best choices for their entertainment. EVEN NON-MEMBERS CAN FUEL THEIR EXCITEMENT Not into online gaming? Not a problem! You don’t even have to be a DraftKings member to take advantage, And if you are, you already know that DraftKings is committed to giving back to customers and communities across Alberta and Ontario. This is just another way the online sportsbook is saying “thanks” and making the football season even more memorable. Fuel your gameday excitement with DraftKings at Danforth Gas & Wash, 3561 Danforth Ave., Scarborough, ON M1L 1E3, by filling up for free. Now the question is, where will your adventures take you? *Eligibility and other restrictions apply, while supplies last. Offerings may vary by location. https://dailyhive.com/toronto/draftkings-fuel-giveaway-toronto Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:33:32 GMT