Beyond Local

OTTAWA — A Liberal government bill that would require online streaming services to contribute to Canadian content is one step closer to passing after the House of Commons approved most of the Senate's amendments to the proposed legislation.

TORONTO — The largest telecommunications deal in Canadian history will go forward after Rogers Communications Inc.'s $26-billion takeover of Shaw Communications Inc. received approval from Ottawa on Friday.

MONTREAL — The Quebec government's crackdown on Airbnb has upended Montreal's short-term rental market, leading some to welcome the changes and others scurrying to evade the new rules.

Every Thursday to Sunday evening, the wait staff at the Ugly Duckling Dining & Provisions restaurant carefully set knives and forks on chopstick rests at each table.

Dolly Parton will return for a second consecutive year as host of the Academy of Country Music Awards but this year she's bringing a new plus-one to help — Garth Brooks.

TORONTO — Here's a roundup of standout TV series and films debuting on subscription streaming platforms in April

Mark Lisac doesn't miss writing about Alberta's political scene--that time has passed.

Chef Eric Akis shares his recipe for mini Italian-style frittata, an omelette-like creation that in this case is rich with mushrooms, vegetables, ham and cheese.

She added if a production were to ever come to fruition, she hopes people would watch it to inspire themselves to “never give up.” 

Many brides-to-be spend a significant amount of time looking for their ideal wedding dresses. What defines the right gown depends on personal preference and is unique to the person doing the search.