Author: El Mundo Canada Newsroom

A groundbreaking medical trial is underway at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto, where scientists are investigating whether a simple blood test could revolutionize how doctors monitor cancer patients after treatment. The study, named SHERLOCK, aims to enroll 7,000 participants who have completed their cancer treatments to determine if tiny traces of the disease can be detected before it becomes visible on traditional scans.Dr. Lillian Siu, the lead investigator and scientific lead at the hospital’s Peter Gilgan Centre for Early Cancer Detection Research, explains that smaller international studies have already shown promising results. These preliminary findings suggest that cancer DNA…

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made a striking admission during the NATO summit in Turkey this week, declaring that U.S. President Donald Trump has effectively won the long-standing debate over defense spending among alliance members. According to Carney, NATO countries are now taking concrete steps to bolster their military capabilities in response to persistent pressure from Washington.Speaking to reporters on the final day of the summit, Carney revealed that he had recently spoken with Trump and conveyed this very message. The Prime Minister noted that momentum is building across the alliance, with member nations increasingly recognizing the need to shoulder…

A groundbreaking expedition led by the Royal Canadian Geographical Society has unveiled the first-ever images of the Quest, the historic vessel where renowned Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton took his final breath more than a century ago.The ship now rests at the bottom of the Labrador Sea, approximately 80 kilometres off the southern coast of Labrador at a depth of nearly 390 metres. The haunting footage captured on Wednesday reveals the bow standing upright on the ocean floor, its distinctive portholes appearing like watchful eyes gazing into the darkness. Tangled fishing nets now drape over the once-proud vessel, which has…

Conestoga College, now under provincial supervision due to serious financial misconduct, was among six Ontario colleges that chose not to participate in a government-funded efficiency review program, newly released documents reveal.The Ontario government established the efficiency and accountability fund in 2024 as part of a $1.3 billion investment to help post-secondary institutions adapt after federal authorities limited international student admissions. The program offered colleges and universities funding to hire external consultants to identify potential savings and operational improvements.According to information obtained through freedom of information requests, several institutions declined to participate. On the college side, La Cite, Humber, Niagara, St.…

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is holding his ground in the ongoing trade dispute with the United States, delivering a strong message after American lawmakers introduced legislation targeting Canadian alcohol restrictions. The premier made it clear that Ontario will not reverse course on its boycott of American alcoholic beverages until Washington removes what he calls illegal tariffs on Canadian goods.The tension escalated this week when Republican Congresswoman Claudia Tenney unveiled the CANADA Act, a piece of legislation designed to investigate and challenge how Canadian provincial liquor boards handle American alcohol imports. If passed, the law would require the US Trade Representative…

In a significant development for marine animal welfare, the United States government has officially approved an emergency rescue operation to relocate the last captive whales and dolphins in Canada from the struggling Marineland facility in Niagara Falls, Ontario.The approval comes as the once-popular tourist attraction faces severe financial difficulties, with park officials warning they can no longer afford to properly care for their 30 beluga whales and four dolphins. The facility has been closed and is currently listed for sale, leaving the future of these marine mammals uncertain until now.According to an American consortium of aquariums coordinating the rescue effort,…

A dangerous wildfire burning in British Columbia’s Fraser Canyon continues to grow out of control, forcing authorities to close a section of the Trans-Canada Highway and issue evacuation orders affecting hundreds of residents in the region.The Brunswick Creek fire, which officials believe was caused by human activity, has expanded to approximately 18 square kilometers as of Tuesday afternoon. The blaze has prompted the closure of Highway 1 between Boston Bar Station Road and Ainslie Road North, creating significant disruptions for travelers in the area.According to BC’s Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness, roughly 150 properties are currently under mandatory…

Rail traffic has gradually resumed in Repentigny, Quebec, following a significant derailment that left 49 train cars scattered across the tracks last Sunday afternoon. The first locomotive passed through the affected zone early Wednesday morning, marking a cautious return to normal operations in the area.Repentigny Mayor Nicolas Dufour announced via social media that trains began moving through shortly after 8 a.m. on Wednesday. CN Rail confirmed that all trains will operate at reduced speeds while qualified personnel conduct thorough inspections of the tracks. Company crews will remain at the location for several days as cleanup and environmental remediation efforts continue.The…

Air Canada has officially named Anko Van der Werff, the current head of Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), as its next Chief Executive Officer. The announcement puts an end to months of speculation about who would take the helm of Canada’s largest airline.Van der Werff will replace outgoing CEO Michael Rousseau, who announced his retirement back in March after nearly two decades with the company. Rousseau’s departure came amid controversy earlier this year when he faced public criticism for not offering condolences in French following a tragic crash that claimed the lives of two pilots.The incoming CEO brings extensive international aviation experience…

A groundbreaking clinical trial at Toronto’s Princess Margaret Cancer Centre could revolutionize how doctors monitor cancer patients after treatment. Researchers are investigating whether a simple blood test can detect microscopic traces of cancer that traditional imaging methods like CT scans cannot identify.Dr. Lillian Siu, the lead investigator, is enrolling 7,000 patients who have completed their cancer treatments including radiation and chemotherapy. The study, named SHERLOCK, will analyze blood samples to find tiny amounts of tumor DNA that may indicate the disease is still present at a molecular level. Previous smaller studies worldwide have shown promising results, but large-scale evidence is…