Party claims a "crisis of accountability" in province's child and youth welfare system and "broader systemic failures that continue to put Indigenous children at risk."

St. John’s council has renewed what’s become a popular summer attraction in one of the city’s most historic hideaways.

The Wharf at Quidi Vidi, in the heart of The Gut, was approved for another two years during yesterday’s council meeting.

It consists of five food trucks, an ice cream shop, a kiosk for food and beer, a tent, picnic tables and bathrooms.

And while the setup has been drawing tourists by the droves, some locals have been put off by the added traffic and parking woes.

Council noted operators Long Harbour Holdings continue to work with residents on solutions to those problems.

Meanwhile, Mayor Danny Breen dreams of the day when regular traffic is no longer allowed down there.

“Perhaps some accessible parking spaces and taxi drop-off zones,” he said. “But it’s truly a beautiful place; it’s one of the gems of the city, and I think that move would just make it that much better for everybody.”

The Wharf at Quidi Vidi will operate seven days a week from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. for the food trucks and tent, and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. for the ice-cream shop, from May to September this year and next.

A Wymark couple are making a name for themselves with an unprecendented and effective irrigation system, recently claiming the title of Saskatchewan's Outstanding Young Farmers for 2025.

Brady and Lindsay Funk of Braylin Acres Ltd. received the coveted award at the regional Canada Farm Show event last week after being tested on environmental stewardship, new technology, farming operations, and more.

Ryan Mercer, vice president of Canada's Outstanding Young Farmers, highlighted that the pair will head to Toronto in November to represent the province and compete nationally in Canada's Outstanding Young Farmers competition.

"The Funks are amazing in the fact that they're really stepping outside of the box, installing the largest drip irrigation underground system in Canada," he shared. "It's larger than any system out there and it's very efficient, you don't have evaporation losses that you'd get from a sprinkler.

"It was very forward thinking and leading edge for them to install this type of system that's currently fairly unknown."

The Funks both grew up on farms, Lindsay in Wymark and Brady near Consul, and now help their family farm in addition to tending to Braylin Acres which is located near Lucky Lake.

Brady also holds a John Deere Agriculture Technician trade certificate from SIAST, while Lindsay helps to run another family business with her sister-in law and works as a Registered Nurse in Inpatient Mental Health.

"I was amazed with the turnout at the event, there were nearly 200 farmers in the industry present," added Mercer. "I found it excellent to have the dialogue and networking that goes along with getting together and meeting new people."

For more information about the program, head to Canada's Outstanding Young Farmer's program's website.

The Blue Jays took batting practice at Rogers Centre one day ahead of their home opener against the Baltimore Orioles. The Jays will look to bounce back after finishing last in their division last season, while the end of two star players' contracts looms.

As liquidation sales kicked off this week at all but six Hudson's Bay locations, shoppers in Winnipeg were among those rushing to find deals — and wondering what will fill the Bay's spaces.

In February, all 20 crew members of the MSC Baltic III were rescued after the cargo ship became grounded. The ship is still there, and the CBC’s Leila Beaudoin got a closer look at the Canadian Coast Guard’s operation to protect the ecosystem and remove the vessel.

The NDP party announced on Wednesday that Katherine McCallum will run for Yukon MP in the upcoming federal election set for April 28.

Canadian auto industry leaders say the latest tariffs announced today by U.S. President Donald Trump will raise the prices of cars for consumers and devastate the sector. 

“This is nuts,” said Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive Parts Manufacturing Association.

“It seems he’s bent on doing the things that he’s been warned will shut down the American auto sector,” he said. 

“And if (Trump) insists on tariffs on Canada and Mexico, his reward will be risking the employment of a million American autoworkers. He either doesn’t understand how intertwined we are or doesn’t care.”

Trump announced 25 per cent tariffs on all automobile imports effective April 2, which will begin being collected on April 3. 

He said the Detroit Three automakers have to move their parts divisions back to the U.S. 

Shares of Ford, General Motors and Stellantis all slid in after hours trading. 

The Canadian and American auto sectors are heavily intertwined — automotive parts can cross international borders up to eight times before a vehicle is finally assembled, said Canadian Chamber of Commerce president and CEO Candice Laing. Tariffs could add thousands of dollars to the cost of that vehicle, she said in a statement.

“The consequences of today’s escalation in this destructive tariff war will not be contained to Canada, as much as the U.S. administration would like to pretend,” said Laing. 

“Throwing away tens of thousands of jobs on both sides of the border will mean giving up North America’s auto leadership role, instead encouraging companies to build and hire anywhere else but here,” she said. 

“This tax hike puts plants and workers at risk for generations, if not forever.”

Trump’s executive order doesn’t appear to exclude vehicles built under the terms of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement on trade. He also stated that these tariffs are “permanent.” 

David Adams, president and CEO of Global Automakers of Canada, said Trump’s tariff policies fly in the face of promises he’s made about affordability.

“Our perspective has always been that these tariffs really are taxes on the American consumer,” he said.

The uncertainty caused by the steady stream of announcements, exemptions, delays and threats is also weighing on the economy, added Adams. 

“One thing that businesses hate is uncertainty,” he said. 

The tariffs will lead to widespread shutdowns in the U.S. and Canada, Volpe said. 

“Donald Trump doesn’t care about the wake he leaves in U.S. industry, and I think Canadians and other allies should disavow themselves of the idea that we can plead a case for our industries,” he said. 

Volpe believes Trump won’t understand the damage he’s doing until it’s already done: “He may have to break it before he sees that it’s not working.” 

The steel and aluminum tariffs already implemented are hits on the sector that can at least be absorbed in the short term, said Volpe, but that’s not the case with tariffs on the auto sector as a whole. 

— With files from The Associated Press

In typical Spring fashion, March wants to go out like a Lion.

That forecast is not stopping the BEACH BOYS from hitting Regina this Friday at the Brandt Centre.  Good Vibrations will be wash over all the Surfer Girls and those that drive a Little Deuce Coupe might just want to leave the hot wheels in the garage.  Tickets were selling as quick as people flood to the surf, so check on line to see if tickets are available.

The country vibe time once again at the Brandt Centre on Sunday night at 7pm.  Riley Green and the Damn Country Music Tour roll in with Ella Langley, Jake Worthington & Erik Dylan.  Big hit makers and pretty eye appealing this should be a great night out.  Tickets are still available, some single tickets but what a great way to meet new friends.

Regina welcomes Scotty McCreery to Casino Regina Friday night.  Recently, Scotty slipped on stage! How embarrassing is that?  He bounced right up and will be good to go this weekend.

Conexus Arts Centre will be filled with nostalgia Saturday night when Walk Right Back: The Everly Brothers Story unfolds on the main stage.  Tickets are available at the Box Office or online at Walk Right Back : The Everly Brothers Story | Conexus Arts Centre | Conexus Arts Centre

The Saskatchewan Science Centre / Kramer Imax Theatre has a couple of things you should know about.  First, Disney’s Snow White is playing at the IMAX.  This live action musical reimagining of the 1937 classic will be a treat for the whole family.  There are a variety of show times.  Live theatre is also part of the venue.  Curtain Razors’ Johanna Bundon made an appearance with us on Tuesday morning inviting everyone to “Tommy & Pere”.  There are various times and there is also a pay scale for those that would like to attend but live theatre is not in their budget.

Curtain Razors presents “Tommy + Pere” (Audio) | 620 CKRM – The Voice of Saskatchewan | Harvard Media

We cannot forget about the sporting side of things with the BKT Tires Men’s World Curling Championship underway this weekend in Moose Jaw.  The Original 16 Patch will have not only the International Curlers on the main stage answering questions, but great entertainment like JJ Voss and Men Without Shame.  Daily Ticket Packages are available as well as single tickets.  We are pulling for who else but TEAM CANADA!  Congratulations to all of our single draw ticket winners.

Remember to get out and do something that works your mind, your spirit and offers you a learning moment.  Most of all, have some fun!

March 27 – 30 Weekend

What's normally a matter of routine became a minor controversy in the Prince Edward Island legislature Wednesday, when the governing Progressive Conservatives made MLA Brad Trivers Deputy Speaker over the continued objections of the other parties.

The average Halifax homeowner will see their property tax bill go up about 4.7 per cent this year, which is much lower than originally predicted.

The full implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Canada is top of mind for some First Nations leaders in B.C. as federal election campaigns are underway. 

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André Valois knew Denise Boucher was the woman for him when she showed up at a poker party, slammed a gun down on the table and said, “Okay, let’s play!”

“We played and I fell in love,” Mr. Valois said. “She won all night long.”

As the P.E.I. Legislature resumed for its spring sitting on Wednesday, the Leader of the Opposition questioned the Progressive Conservative government's preparedness to deal with the threat of U.S. tariffs. 

Yet another area of low pressure will bring rain and snow across the Island and southern Labrador on Thursday. The heaviest snow will fly over central and western Newfoundland, while rain will fall in the southeast. The weather improves late Thursday night as the low departs. Get more details in Wednesday’s forecast from the NTV Evening News Hour!