Canada

Métis National Council Introduces New President as It Marks Over Four Decades of Indigenous Advocacy

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 14, 2026 – The Métis National Council, which has served as the national and international voice of the Métis Nation since 1983, has introduced Victoria Pruden as its new President while reaffirming its mission to advance Métis rights, recognition, and self-determination across the Homeland. The Council operates as a National Indigenous Organization, carrying out advocacy, convening, and policy and research work on behalf of Métis governments in Canada and internationally. Pruden — a proud Michif Iskwew (Métis woman) and dedicated leader with deep ancestral ties to the Métis Nation — has committed to ethical leadership and transparency as her guiding principles. Her arrival at the helm marks a continued focus on honoring the legacy of Métis ancestors and the vision of Louis Riel.

Canaccord Genuity Offers Independent Global Investment Banking and Wealth Management Across Six Regions

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 14, 2026 – Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. is an independent, full-service financial services firm operating across two core business segments: wealth management and capital markets. Listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker CF, the firm focuses specifically on growth companies and serves clients spanning multiple regions — from Canada and the United Kingdom to Australia and the Channel Islands. Unlike major bank-affiliated brokers, Canaccord Genuity positions its independence as a key advantage, offering advice and services that are not shaped by a larger parent institution's own financial interests. The firm's range of divisions and specialist tools makes it a notable option for both individual investors and institutional clients evaluating their financial services options.

Destination Canada Supports Tourism Industry With Marketing Intelligence and Global Outreach Tools

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 12, 2026 – Destination Canada, the country's national tourism marketing organization, continues to provide the Canadian tourism sector with intelligence, tools, and resources designed to strengthen Canada's competitive position as a global travel destination. The organization targets markets where Canada's tourism brand delivers the strongest returns, channeling investment toward international and domestic audiences most likely to convert into visitors. For an industry still navigating post-pandemic recovery and intensifying global competition, the structured support of a well-resourced national body carries real weight for operators of every size.

EQB Inc. Posts Q1 2026 Results, Clears PC Financial Acquisition, and Names New Personal Banking Head

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 12, 2026 – EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB), the parent company of Equitable Bank — Canada's seventh largest bank by assets — has reported first quarter 2026 financial results, secured Competition Bureau clearance for its acquisition of PC Financial, and appointed a new executive to lead personal banking, marking a concentrated stretch of corporate activity that positions the digital-first lender for an expanded footprint in the Canadian retail banking market. With $142 billion in combined assets under management and administration as of January 31, 2026, and more than 802,000 direct banking customers plus six million credit union members, EQB's strategic moves carry weight well beyond its challenger-bank origins.

Flat Pack Furniture That Lets Apartments and Offices Breathe

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 28, 2025 – In a world where living rooms double as offices and studios turn into meeting rooms overnight, flat pack furniture is becoming an essential way to keep spaces flexible, calm and beautifully designed.

Flat pack furniture for evolving homes

In small apartments and compact homes, every object has to earn its place. molo’s flat pack furniture is designed for this kind of mindful living, helping rooms move effortlessly from day to night, work to rest, and solitude to celebration. Instead of heavy pieces that lock a layout in place, their designs open up when you need them and fold away when you don’t.

Kia EV5: All-New Electric Family SUV Arrives in Canada with Pricing and Online Reservations

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 28, 2025 – Canadian drivers looking for an electric family SUV finally have a brand-new option to get excited about: the all-new Kia EV5. Kia Canada has announced pricing and the start of online reservations for the 2027 EV5, giving Canadians their first chance to secure this fully electric SUV that’s designed specifically with modern families in mind.

A Canadian-exclusive electric SUV for the largest segment

Exclusive to Canada within the North American market, the Kia EV5 enters the country’s largest vehicle segment as a dedicated all-electric SUV. It’s also the first of three more affordable EVs set to arrive in Canada in 2026, signalling Kia’s push to make everyday electric driving more accessible.

BCAA Warns: Cannabis Edibles and Driving Don’t Mix – Plan a Safe Ride in BC

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 28, 2025 – As cannabis edibles become more popular across Canada, new research from the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) and British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA) is sending a clear message to drivers in BC: if you’re consuming edibles, you need to plan a safe ride home. A fresh two-part study shows that the impact of THC on driving is stronger and lasts longer than many people realize, especially several hours after eating an edible.

Edibles can impair driving for hours – not just a quick buzz

The CAA/BCAA research combines public opinion data with simulator-based testing carried out by the University of Saskatchewan. In the simulator, drivers who consumed cannabis edibles showed compromised reaction time, poorer lane discipline and weaker speed control – all critical skills for staying safe behind the wheel.