Artemis II crew gets hero's welcome at Canadian Space Agency in Quebec
Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen and the rest of the Artemis II crew have received a hero's welcome at Canadian Space Agency headquarters after their journey to the far side of the moon.
Canadian-developed technology helps new telescope probe mysteries of the cosmos
The work of researchers from across Canada is at the heart of a massive new telescope that could help unlock some of the biggest mysteries of the universe from its perch at one of the highest elevations in the world.
Here's why you don’t need to worry about a 'super' El Niño — yet
There’s been a lot of talk about the possibility of a "super" El Niño developing this year, but scientists say not to expect impacts in Canada this summer. That doesn’t mean we get off scott-free.
Biocontrol facility takes aim at invasive insect threatening forest
The hemlock woolly adelgid — named because it is covered in white woolly material — can cause foliage loss and even kill eastern hemlock trees. A team at Nova Scotia's Acadia University are rearing specialized predatory insects they're hoping can control these pests. The CBC's Gareth Hampshire suited up to get into the facility.
There are many questions about why a coyote swam to Alcatraz. One theory? It was looking for love
Camilla Fox has been fascinated by wild canines for most of her life, even helping to raise an orphaned wolf pup as a child. But the journey of the so-called “Alcatraz Coyote” is unlike anything she has seen before.
Carney tells Artemis II astronauts their mission around the moon inspired a country
Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed the Artemis II astronauts to Ottawa Wednesday telling them their recent trip around the moon has served as an inspiration for the whole country.
Love icebergs? This one in St. Anthony, N.L., may capture your heart
Photographer Steve Sheppard says he captured a particularly “lucky shot” in St. Anthony, N.L., last week: an iceberg with a heart-shaped pool on top.
AI minister names 44 projects getting federal money to access compute power
The federal government is providing $66 million to an array of Canadian artificial intelligence projects to help them access compute power to commercialize and scale up their work, AI Minister Evan Solomon announced Tuesday.
Cleaning out the shed or cottage for spring? Here’s how to protect yourself from hantavirus
As Canadians embark on spring cleaning, public health officials are advising them to take steps to protect themselves from hantavirus carried by rats and mice.
B.C. biologist disciplined for 'hunting' caribou after shooting clips to collect hair for DNA samples
The definition of 'hunting' is at the centre of a ruling from B.C.'s Environmental Appeal Board which upheld a decision to punish a wildlife biologist for his actions toward an endangered caribou herd he is studying in northern B.C.
Suckerfish are diving headfirst into unsuspecting manta rays' rear-ends
Suckerfish, it turns out, are not always the most considerate travel companions to their manta ray hosts.
Do a tick check every time you spend time outside, Guelph and area health unit says
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health has updated their tick guidance as the population of arachnids grows locally and they're found in more locations, including in people's gardens.
Which rodents carry hantavirus in Canada? Your questions answered
Now that most of the passengers of a luxury cruise ship are back in their home countries after a deadly outbreak was declared on board, questions and concerns about the illness continue to circulate. CBC News put some of your most asked hantavirus questions to the experts.
Ground zero: NATO’s drone war comes down to earth in Latvia
Latvian and Canadian troops are testing battlefield ground drones on a major NATO exercise, drawing directly on Ukrainian combat lessons as autonomous warfare rapidly evolves. The war games are unfolding amid a political crisis triggered by a wayward Ukrainian drone strike — a stark warning of how electronic warfare and unmanned systems are reshaping modern conflict.
Bear killed after visiting Alberta summer village
A "habituated" black bear was killed by Alberta Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Services last week after reports of it frequenting a populated area. The bear was repeatedly seen in the west-central Alberta summer village of Burnstick Lake, about 80 kilometres southwest of Red Deer in Clearwater County.
Man, 27, dies after bear encounter in northern Saskatchewan
The Ministry of Community Safety confirmed a "bear incident" Friday that resulted in the death of a 25-year-old man.
Scientists are warning Canadians to get ready for a U.S. tick invasion this year
Scientists say new species of ticks carrying troubling pathogens travelling our way from the northern United States at a rate of about 50 kilometres per year, including the lone star tick which can leave a bitten person with a severe allergy to meat.
Garter snakes emerge late from Narcisse dens after cool Manitoba spring
The largest gathering of snakes in the world is now underway in Manitoba — a little later than usual — as tens of thousands of garter snakes emerge from their dens in Narcisse.
Guelph, Ont., student's squirrel obsession earns her spot at Canada-wide science competition
Kira Egete and her family are obsessed with squirrels. Turns out, it's not such a nutty passion. Now, the Grade 10 student, whose project examines how squirrels see colour, will be among 400 participants at the Canada-Wide Science Fair in Edmonton later this month.
'It was like the water cooler': Massive boulder unearthed during COVID gets informative sign
Old Ottawa South residents are celebrating new signage that shares the story of an ancient boulder that was unearthed during city work and gave them a place to gather during the COVID-19 pandemic.
