Mike Pearson

1 week ago | thespec.com | Mike Pearson

Canada’s federal election leaders will face off in the English language leaders’ debate tonight (Thursday, April 17). Watch the Canadian Press livestream at the end of this article. Voters can learn more about the major parties contesting the April 28 election by watching the English federal election leaders’ debate April 17 (English). The French debate was held on April 16.

1 week ago | thespec.com | Mike Pearson

Elections Canada is hiring more than 250,000 poll workers across the country for advance voting and election day work. While those advance polls begin Friday, it’s not too late to apply, an Elections Canada spokesperson confirmed to Metroland. “Currently there are still positions open for advance voting days, but we are mainly looking for election workers for election day (April 28),” said Elections Canada spokesperson Nathalie de Montigny.

1 week ago | thespec.com | Mike Pearson

Wondering when Canada’s leaders will face off ahead of the April 28 federal election? The English language debate is Thursday, April 17 and the French language debate will be held on Wednesday, April 16. Will Liberal Leader Mark Carney’s French skills cost him in a hotly contested debate against Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and other parties? Can the Bloc Québécois win back voter intention in Quebec amid an apparent surge in support for the Liberals?

2 weeks ago | thespec.com | Mike Pearson

It’s been described as the jewel of California’s desert oasis, where guests can enjoy year-round sunshine and palm trees swaying in perfect rhythm. With its desert climate and minimal rainfall, Palm Springs is a popular destination for Canadian snowbirds. An estimated 300,000 Canadians visit the Palm Springs region each year, but recent travel statistics suggest those numbers are taking a hit amid tariff threats to Canada from U.S. President Donald Trump.

2 weeks ago | thespec.com | Mike Pearson

It could be your last chance to score an iconic HBC stripes item. Bargain hunters can enjoy big discounts during a Hudson’s Bay warehouse sale in Etobicoke, beginning Thursday. As Canada’s oldest retailer continues liquidating 90 of its 96 stores nationwide, most stores are offering discounts of 15 to 40 per cent off. Participating stores include 73 Hudson’s Bay outlets across Canada, two Saks Fifth Avenue and 13 Saks OFF 5TH stores.