Rising Star: Ivan Demidov's Meteoric Rise in Ice Hockey

Fans of the Canadiens de Montreal who want priority access to playoff tickets need to sign up for the team's tickets newsletter before 9:00 a.m. on April 18th.

Business conditions in Canada are weakening due to trade tensions with the US. Sales forecasts, especially for export-oriented businesses, have declined. Businesses report having enough capacity and are postponing investments and hiring due to uncertainty. Tariffs are expected to increase costs and lead to higher prices, contributing to elevated inflation expectations compared to the previous quarter.

Montreal Canadiens fans have an opportunity to get priority access to playoff tickets. Registration for the Habs' tickets newsletter is required and must be completed by 9:00 a.m. on April 18th.

British Columbia's Graduated Licensing Program (GLP) is being modernized by the government in partnership with ICBC and RoadSafetyBC. The changes will eliminate licensing restrictions, tests, and L/N signs. A new motorcycle licensing program with stricter requirements and safety measures, including protective gear, is also planned to reduce motorcycle-related accidents. Novice license holders who are eligible can still book their Class 5 road test.

Dragonwilds, a new RuneScape continent, features hand-crafted landscapes ravaged by Anima. Players can embark on quests, level skills, and wield runes to shape the world. They'll encounter iconic RuneScape creatures and new foes like the Garou. This High Fantasy adventure blends light RPG elements with RuneScape lore. Development is shaped by player feedback, starting from alpha testing in late 2024 through early access launch in Spring 2025 on Steam.

The "Commission des débats des chefs" is an independent public body responsible for organizing debates between political leaders during Canadian federal general elections. Their mission is to serve the public interest by making leader debates more predictable, reliable, and stable.

Sony increased PlayStation Plus subscription prices globally by approximately 30% last month. The price of a 12-month Essential subscription rose from $59.99 to $79.99, Extra from $99.99 to $134.99, and Premium from $119.99 to $159.99. Sony cited rising costs as the reason for the price increase. This move followed a similar price hike by Microsoft for Xbox Game Pass. Subscription services across various entertainment platforms have seen price increases this year, including Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade.

A colossal squid has been filmed in its natural environment for the first time since the species was discovered 100 years ago during an expedition in the south Atlantic Ocean. Experts believe colossal squid can grow up to 7 meters (23 feet) in length and weigh up to 500 kilograms (1,100 pounds), making them the heaviest invertebrate on the planet. Little is known about the colossal squid's life cycle, but they eventually lose the transparent appearance of juveniles. The Natural History Museum has suggested it is hard to estimate the global population of colossal squids.

Rebel News is a Canadian far-right political and social commentary website. It has been associated with controversial figures, including Tommy Robinson, founder of the anti-Islamic English Defence League. In 2017, Rebel News hired Robinson as its British correspondent. Brian Lilley, a former employee, criticized the outlet for attending an "anti-Semitic white power rally." The website has faced advertiser boycotts due to its controversial content and associations.

A US citizen was detained during a workplace raid in Philadelphia just weeks after Donald Trump took office. Immigration agents also pulled over and handcuffed a Trump voter in Virginia. The government won't release data on how many Americans are mistakenly detained. While there are solutions to prevent this, immigration authorities haven't implemented them. People entering the US should be aware that refusing to answer questions may result in delays or further inspection. If questioned intrusively, complain and ask for a supervisor.

National Specialty Lighting (NSL) provides architectural and specialty lighting products to the American market. They emphasize unbiased testing through an independent lab that focuses on delivering accurate data and meeting unique client needs. Their website features information about their services, team, and vision for the future. NSL also highlights their commitment to customer service and partnership with clients.

Yves-François Blanchet was born April 16, 1965, in Drummondville, Quebec. He became leader of the Bloc Québécois in 2018. In the 2021 federal election, the Bloc Québécois led by Blanchet won 32 seats, unchanged from the prior election. Blanchet first got involved in politics in the 1980s as a member of the youth committee of the provincial Parti Québécois. The year he was elected leader, the Bloc increased its number of seats in Parliament, overtaking the New Democrats to become the party with the third-most seats in the House of Commons. Blanchet is married and is now separated from Nancy Déziel.

Nearly the entire NHL playoff bracket is set as the regular season approaches its end. The first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs begins on April 19th. Teams are currently vying for positioning within the bracket, and tiebreaking procedures will determine final standings.

Initially attending the Golden Knights' training camp, Suzuki was reassigned to Owen Sound. He recorded several milestones during the OHL season. After impressing Canadiens general manager Marc Bergevin, Suzuki made the opening night roster for the 2019–20 season. He scored his 100th career NHL goal in a win over the Nashville Predators. Entering the 2024–25 season, Suzuki reached more milestones. He scored a goal and took two shots in a loss to Ottawa. In his past seven games, he has scored six goals for a total of seven goals, 13 points, and 14 shots. Suzuki is having a career-best season with 29 goals and 87 points across 79 appearances, surpassing his previous best of 77 points in 2023-24.

The Winnipeg Jets defeated the Anaheim Ducks 3-1 to extend their point streak to 11 games. Nate Schmidt and Cole Perfetti scored in the third period for the Jets.

Martin St. Louis was born in Laval, Quebec. He played for the University of Vermont where he caught the attention of Kent Hughes, who would later become the Canadiens' general manager. St. Louis was highly successful as a player, winning a Stanley Cup with the Tampa Bay Lightning and earning numerous awards including the Hart Trophy and Art Ross Trophy. As a coach, St. Louis is credited with improving the performance of Cole Caufield. He reached his 100th career coaching win in February 2025.

Rebel News is a Canadian far-right political and social commentary media website. In 2017, they hired Tommy Robinson, founder of the anti-Islamic English Defence League, as their British correspondent. Brian Lilley resigned from Rebel News, criticizing the organization's presence at a "unite the right" rally he deemed anti-Semitic. In 2019, police escorted Rebel Media correspondent David Menzies away from a Scheer campaign announcement. Starting in May 2017, a social media activist group called Sleeping Giants launched a boycott campaign against Rebel News, pressuring advertisers to withdraw support from their YouTube channel and website.

The Montreal Canadiens secured the final playoff berth in the Eastern Conference after defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-2. Kaiden Guhle led the Canadiens with two goals in the decisive victory.