As the four Artemis II astronauts prepare for their historic flyby of the moon on Monday, Roberta Bondar, Canada’s first female astronaut, says this mission signals a leap in developments for future space travel.

Speaking with Global News, Bondar said the mission will push humans farther into deep space than they have travelled in decades, exposing the crew to conditions not experienced since the Apollo era.

The mission, known as Artemis II, will send four astronauts around the moon before returning to Earth on April 10, 2026.

The crew, made up of three Americans and one Canadian, will travel a total of more than 400,000 kilometres from Earth — farther than any human has travelled before — and then loop behind the moon and return home.

“People liken this to Apollo 8, but they were much closer,” she said. “This flyby will be about 4,000 miles out (from the moon), so they’ll be exposed to the background radiation of space and subjected to any solar wind or solar storms.”

Bondar said that distance will give the astronauts a rare vantage point, both scientifically and visually.

“They are really out there in deep space, where we haven’t been before,” she said. “They are going to be looking at the dark moon differently and take pictures of the sun in ways we have not been able to see because human beings have not been there.”

The crew has recently passed a new milestone of being closer to the moon than to Earth in their deep space journey.

“The Earth is quite small and the moon is definitely getting bigger,” pilot Victor Glover said from space.

Beyond the visuals, the mission is also a test of how the human body responds to space flight over longer distances.

“They look pretty good actually,” Bondar said of the crew. “They do have these smartwatches on now that will be looking at aspects of their physiology, their sleep cycle and some of the stresses they will face.”

That data will help researchers better understand how to prepare astronauts for future missions deeper into space.

Bondar also pointed to well-documented physical changes astronauts experience in orbit, including what is often referred to as “bird leg syndrome.”

“Your body gets rid of about two litres of blood volume through the kidneys,” she said. “In space, you don’t need as much, whereas on Earth you need about five litres because gravity pulls blood into your legs.”

She said Artemis II is part of a broader effort to refine how humans and technology work together in space.

“They’re trying to look at ways of making these kinds of missions not just smarter, but safer.”

“These early flights are all about trying to understand the technology,” she added. “These are really early days and about learning to make things smarter for the next flight, and the next flight.”

The Artemis II crew is expected to splash down in the Pacific Ocean following its lunar flyby, marking a key milestone in NASA’s plan to return humans to the moon and eventually travel to Mars.

Live updates can be followed on NASA’s official website, including a stream of the Orion’s journey through space.

– With files from The Canadian Press

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Marco Mignosa scored twice and logged two assists as the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds defeated the London Knights 4-0 to win their first round playoff series on Saturday at Canada Life Place.

Carter George made 25 saves in goal for Sault Ste. Marie for his first career playoff shutout.

The Greyhounds got off a quick start as an icing call brought a faceoff into the London end. Brady Martin found Marco Mignosa, who fired home his third goal of the series at the 2:14 mark of the first period.

Chase Reid made it 2-0 for Sault Ste. Marie with his second goal of the playoffs, which came one second after a Greyhound power play ended.

The Knights pressed hard in the second period but could not find a hole in Sault Ste. Marie’s netminder.

At the other end of the ice, Brady Martin found Marco Mignosa for a second time, leading to Mignosa’s second goal of the night, which put the Greyhounds ahead 3-0 after 40 minutes of play.

Brady Martin scored on a third period power play for Sault Ste. Marie to finish the scoring as Mignosa picked up his fourth point of the night.

The Greyhounds outshot the Knights 27-25.

London was 0-for-6 on the power play and 5-for-6 on the penalty kill.

The loss ended the careers of overagers Jesse Nurmi, Braiden Clark and Kaden Hawkins.

Clark missed the game with an upper body injury, as did Knights defenceman Linus Funck.

London goaltender Seb Gatto did not dress due to a lower body injury.

Will Nicholl signs entry-level deal with Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers selected Will Nicholl of the London Knights in the seventh round of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.

Nicholl was selected 196th overall that year. The majority of players  drafted ahead of him — 118 in total —have yet to sign their first deal.

Nicholl is a two-time Ontario Hockey League champion and a Memorial Cup champion. If there was an award for most positive player in hockey you would see Nicholl as a nominee, too.

He was honoured at this season’s London Knights awards ceremony as the 2025-26 Player’s Player, which is chosen by a player’s teammates.

Nicholl missed 36 games this year while recovering from off-season surgery but still managed to score 15 goals and 26 points.

Nicholl will be eligible to join the American Hockey League’s Bakersfield Condors at the conclusion of his season in London.

The Condors are captained by former Knight Seth Griffith.

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The U.S. military on Saturday searched for a missing pilot shot down over a remote area in Iran, while President Donald Trump remained silent on the incident but reminded Tehran of his Monday deadline to open the Strait of Hormuz: “48 hours before all Hell will reign down on them.”

The U.S. warplane, identified by Iran as a F-15E Strike Eagle, was one of two attacked on Friday, with one service member rescued. Iran has promised a reward for whoever turns in the missing pilot. It’s the first time the United States lost aircraft in Iranian territory during the war, now in its sixth week, which could further pressure Trump to end the fighting.

Iran’s joint military command on Saturday claimed it also struck two U.S. Black Hawk helicopters the day before, but The Associated Press could not independently verify that.

The war began with joint U.S.-Israel strikes on Feb. 28 and has killed thousands, shaken global markets, cut off key shipping routes and spiked fuel prices. It shows no signs of slowing as Iran responds with attacks across the region.

Trump earlier in the week said in a national address that the U.S. has “beaten and completely decimated Iran.” The U.S. and Israel boasted that Iran’s air defenses were obliterated.

But on Saturday, an apparent Iranian drone damaged the headquarters of U.S. technology company Oracle in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Both sides have threatened, and hit, civilian targets and infrastructure in the war.

The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran said that an airstrike hit near its Bushehr nuclear facility, killing a security guard and damaging a support building. It’s the fourth time the facility was targeted. The head of Russia’s state nuclear corporation, Rosatom, said that 198 workers were being evacuated.

Iran signals willingness to join talks

Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Tahir Andrabi, told the AP that his government’s efforts to broker a ceasefire are “right on track.” Last week, Pakistan said that it would soon host talks between the U.S. and Iran.

Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said that they “have never refused to go to Islamabad.”

Mediators from Pakistan, Turkey and Egypt are working to bring the U.S. and Iran to the negotiating table, according to two regional officials. They said that they were working on bridging the gap between the two sides’ demands to stop the war and reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz.

The proposed compromise includes a cessation of hostilities to allow a diplomatic settlement, according to a regional official involved in the efforts and a Gulf diplomat briefed on the matter. They spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss closed-door diplomacy.

Iran hunts for ‘enemy pilot’

The search for the U.S. pilot focused on a mountainous region in Iran’s southwestern province of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad.

Neither the White House nor the Pentagon released information, but in an email from the Pentagon, obtained by the AP, the military said that it received notification of “an aircraft being shot down” in the Middle East, without further details.

A U.S. crew member was rescued. But the Pentagon notified the U.S. House Armed Services Committee that the status of a second service member wasn’t known.

In a telephone interview with NBC News, Trump said that what happened wouldn’t affect negotiations with Iran.

Separately, Iranian state media said a U.S. A-10 attack aircraft crashed in the Persian Gulf after being struck by Iran’s defense forces. A U.S. official who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss a sensitive military situation said that it wasn’t clear if the aircraft crashed or was shot down. The crew’s status was not immediately known.

An anchor on a channel affiliated with Iranian state television urged residents to hand over any “enemy pilot” to police, a first in the war. Iran previously made claims about shooting down piloted aircraft that turned out not to be true.

Oracle’s offices hit in Dubai

The Dubai headquarters of Oracle was hit after Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard threatened the firm. Footage verified by the AP outside the U.A.E. showed a large hole in the building’s southwestern corner.

The sheikhdom’s Dubai Media Office, which speaks for its government, noted a “minor incident caused by debris from an aerial interception that fell on the facade,” saying there were no injuries.

Oracle Corp., based in Austin, Texas, didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

The Guard has accused some large U.S. tech companies of being involved in “terrorist espionage” operations against the Islamic Republic and called them legitimate targets. Amazon Web Services facilities in the UAE and Bahrain were hit in earlier drone strikes.

Iran’s veiled threat to disrupt second waterway

Iran’s parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, issued a veiled threat late Friday to disrupt traffic through a second strategic waterway in the region, the Bab-el-Mandeb.

The strait, 32 kilometers (20 miles) wide, links the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. More than a tenth of seaborne global oil and a quarter of container ships pass through it.

“What share of global oil, LNG, wheat, rice, and fertilizer shipments transits the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait?” Qalibaf wrote, referring to liquefied natural gas. “Which countries and companies account for the highest transit volumes through the strait?”

More than 1,900 people have been killed in Iran since the war began.

In Gulf Arab states and the occupied West Bank, more than two dozen people have died, while 19 have been reported dead in Israel and 13 U.S. service members have been killed. In Lebanon, more than 1,400 people have been killed and there have been more than 1 million displaced people. Ten Israeli soldiers have died there.

Gambrell reported from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Magdy from Cairo. Associated Press writers Munir Ahmed in Islamabad; Dasha Litvinova in Tallinn, Estonia; and Konstantin Toropin, Seung Min Kim, Will Weissert, Michelle L. Price, Lisa Mascaro and Ben Finley in Washington, contributed to this report.

© 2026 The Canadian Press

The CFIA is continuing their recall for more than 25,000 Tim Hortons mugs that pose a burn risk.

The mugs, which are meant to change colour after hot liquid is poured inside are now being recalled across Canada due to a potential burn hazard risk.

According to Health Canada, the pink and white colour-changing ceramic mug may crack or break when filled with hot liquid, posing a significant risk to users.

The mug features a chocolate dip doughnut design that changes when heated, revealing one of several designs, including Vanilla Dip, Honey Cruller, Maple Butter Glaze and Honey Dip.

As of March 10, the company had received almost 30 reports of incidents in Canada, including one report of a burn injury.

Approximately 25,040 units were sold nationwide in-store and online, between January and February 2026, according to Health Canada.

Consumers are being urged to stop using the mug immediately and return it to a Tim Hortons location for a full refund by April 22. Returns may still be accepted after that date.

Officials also note that recalled products cannot be resold or redistributed in Canada.

Tim Hortons voluntarily removed the mugs from sale “out of an abundance of caution,” according to the restaurant.

– With files from Global News’ Katie Scott

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Two people are dead following a shooting in Brampton late Friday night, according to Peel Police.

Officers were called to the area of Rutherford Road and Weybridge Trail around 10:30 p.m. after reports of gunfire at a school parking lot.

Peel Regional Police say two male victims were found suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim fled the scene before collapsing a short distance away.

Both victims, one a teenager and the other a man in his 20s, were pronounced dead at the scene.

In a news conference Saturday morning, Const. Laurie McCann said the shooting followed an altercation involving a group of individuals.

Police believe one or more firearms were discharged during the incident.

“It’s looking like it was a targeted incident, not random,” Const. McCann said.

It remains unclear whether the suspects fled before officers arrived or how they left the area, adding that surveillance footage is being reviewed.

No suspect descriptions have been released.

Const. McCann said the investigation is still in its early stages, with a large presence in the area as officers canvass for evidence and witnesses.

Anyone with information is being asked to contact police.

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Lines went all the way out to the parking lot of Prairieland as car fans waited in anticipation to enter the 64th Draggins Rod and Custom Car Show.

The event is a staple in Saskatoon, dating back to 1957, when the Draggins Car Club met for the first time. Since then, Draggins has grown into a giant two-day show celebrating all things auto.

“We got multiple different halls, lots of different cars and it is just a good environment to walk around, come right up to the cars get to talk to the owners.” says Riely McLellan, the owner of High Noon Racing.

The show has somerthing for everyone — from modern all-terrain vehicles and motorcycles to vintage cars. It’s a draw that keeps specialty car owners and fans alike coming back each year.

“Everybody likes seeing something that’s crazy that you don’t get to see,” McLessan says. “This is something you will never see on the street — you will only ever see it on the track or at a car show like this.”

Watch the video above to see the cars that filled Prairieland Park this weekend.

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The fallout from the war in the Middle East has led to cuts in helium supplies for health services in at least one province — and experts are warning that Canada still hasn’t done enough to secure sovereignty over critical medical supply chains.

Saskatchewan’s health authority says it has been warned by its supplier that its “allocations” of liquid helium, used in MRI machines, “will be reduced temporarily by 50 per cent.”

A spokesperson said there is no impact on patient care at this time, but researchers who rely on helium say they’ve been warning about supply issues for years.

“We must establish a sustainable, stable and secure helium supply in Canada,” said Genevieve Seabrook, manager of the nuclear magnetic resonance research facility at Toronto’s Princess Margaret Cancer Research Centre.

Strikes by Iran on Gulf states in early March led the state-owned QatarEnergy to shut down a main liquefied natural gas terminal, citing force majeure — meaning it is unable to supply its customers due to circumstances beyond its control.

Helium is a byproduct of natural gas processing and Qatar is one of the world’s largest suppliers of liquid helium.

Liquid helium is used as a coolant in MRI machines and in nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometers used for scientific research.

Air Liquide, which says it is Canada’s largest liquid helium distributor, has also declared force majeure and sent notices to some of its customers warning that their supply is being cut by 50 per cent and prices are being hiked.

HealthPro Canada is a non-profit company that helps around 2,100 medical facilities in Canada secure supplies. Its customers represent around 80 per cent of hospitals and health authorities in the country.

The group’s president and CEO Christine Donaldson said it’s pushing back against notices of price hikes.

“We have not accepted that price increase. In fact, that’s where we look at all of those contracts one by one and work with our suppliers to hold them to the contract that they sign,” she said.

Donaldson said there has been no impact on patients to date. She said her organization is doing a scan of its clients’ needs in case the shortage continues.

“Our assessment is looking at the age of certain MRI machines and working with one of our partners to see if there’s an opportunity for us to maybe target the ones that are most at risk,” she said.

New MRI machines require thousands of litres of liquid helium when they’re installed. Once filled, the machines only need to be replenished once or twice a year, though older machines use up their helium faster.

Seabrook helped to found the Canadian Helium Users Group, which is pushing Canada to invest in domestic helium purification and liquefaction. Right now, most helium extracted in Canadian LNG production is shipped to the U.S. to be liquefied.

Spectrometers like the kind Seabrook uses in her research require much more helium than MRI machines — her two instruments need around 500 litres every five weeks.

If they run out, she said, the magnets could “quench” — rapidly lose superconductivity — permanently damaging the machines and setting research back by years.

“It would be a catastrophe,” Seabrook said.

The problem isn’t new. There were helium supply issues during COVID-19 and at the start of Russia’s war in Ukraine. Russia is another major supplier of helium.

Anne Snowdon is the scientific director and CEO of the Supply Chain Advancement Network in Health. Her research focuses on issues with Canada’s medical supply chains.

She said the 13 health systems across the country lack the capacity to proactively plan for shortages of global supplies.

“One of the reasons is nobody owns this problem. There’s no single agency in the country that is, by definition, responsible for managing and preparing for product shortages,” she said.

Snowdon said there are, on average, 3,000 separate shortages in the Canadian health system each year for products ranging from IV tubing and needles to imaging contrast dyes and drugs.

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz triggered by the war has delayed shipments of active pharmaceutical ingredients — particularly from India, one of the world’s biggest suppliers. These raw materials are shipped to countries like Canada to be made into medications.

A 2022 study prepared for the Canadian Generic Pharmaceutical Association found that more than 90 per cent of active pharmaceutical ingredients used in Canada are imported.

The Canadian Generic Pharmaceutical Association said in a media statement that while its members have not seen any drug shortages so far, increased costs in the supply chain are a source of concern.

The federal government committed $80.5 million in 2023 to the Canadian Critical Drug Initiative in response to drug shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic.

That funding went to Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation, an Alberta not-for-profit company that says it will soon be able to produce active pharmaceutical ingredients in Canada.

CEO Andrew MacIsaac said the thin profit margins in the generic drug industry mean his facility won’t be able to replace imported ingredients — although it could step in as a short-term supplier.

“Let’s say a drug manufacturer in Eastern Canada suddenly runs out of their supply from a Chinese supplier. We can step in and be their secondary site that can provide the capacity for them,” he said.

Donaldson said that for now, HealthPro Canada’s suppliers are required to have an inventory of three to six months’ worth of those active ingredients as a buffer against any shortages.

“We have a longer runway, so that if we see any signals or any supply issues overseas, we already have the capacity to continue moving along,” she said.

Snowdon said officials in all provinces should use that time to start collaborating in earnest.

“If you collaborate, then you’re going to stop competing with each other. We are too small to be competing with each other and competing with the rest of the world,” she said.

© 2026 The Canadian Press

A nationwide food recall has been issued over possible listeria contamination affecting cheese products, prepared foods and meal kits sold across Canada.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) said in a release that numerous products are being pulled from shelves due to the risk of Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

The recall includes a wide range of cheese products distributed nationally, as well as certain salads and meal kits containing cheese ingredients.

Officials say the affected items span multiple brands and product types, including shredded cheeses, soft cheeses and ready-to-eat foods such as salads and prepared kits.

A recall involving cheese ingredients used in HelloFresh meal kits has also been expanded.

Consumers are being urged to check their homes for any recalled items and not to consume, serve, sell or distribute them.

A full list of affected products is available on the CFIA website.

Food contaminated with listeria may not appear spoiled but can still cause illness.

Symptoms can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches and severe headaches.

Health officials say pregnant women, older adults and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious complications.

No illnesses have been reported yet.

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Make this Mother’s Day in Canada extra special with thoughtful gifts at every price point from Lululemon, Quince, Anthropologie and more. Whether it’s dreamy cookware, brand name beauty, upgraded tech, or accent pieces for the home, there’s something for every type of mom in our curated list of extra cute finds. Whether she loves to cook, pamper, decorate, or stay ahead of the trends, you’ll find something as special as she is.

 

$50 and under

The Berry Sweet Lip Trio is a cute and thoughtful Mother’s Day gift that gives her soft, hydrated lips with both an overnight mask and everyday balms. With its sweet strawberry shortcake scent and nourishing formulas, it feels like a little self-care treat she can enjoy anytime.[/product_listing]

 

This cotton button-down shirt is a sweet Mother’s Day gift that feels soft, breathable, and perfect for cozy nights or relaxed mornings at home. With its pretty stripes and comfy fit, it’s an easy everyday essential she’ll love lounging in.[/product_listing]

Complete the set with the matching Cotton Pajama Pants.

The Art of Home by Shea McGee is a stunning guide to transforming every room with style and grace. A perfect gift for mom, it’s filled with expert advice and inspiring stories to help her create the home of her dreams.[/product_listing]

 

 

Give the gift of cozy with these fuzzy, plush slippers. With soft memory foam insoles and a cute two-band design, they’re perfect for lounging and resetting after a long day.[/product_listing]

 

Hand-poured in Ontario with clean, vegan ingredients, this Kim and Pom candle features a soothing lavender scent that will fill Mom’s space with calm and love. It’s the perfect way to show her how much she means to you on Mother’s Day.[/product_listing]

 

Treat mom to a keepsake as special as she is with this personalized velvet jewelry box that’s perfect for holding her favourite treasures, whether at home or on the go. Soft, elegant, and custom-made just for her, it’s a tiny box packed with love and meaning.[/product_listing]

 

These juice glasses from Anthropologie are a sweet and thoughtful gift every mom will love. Each glass is adorned with hand-applied beads and icons that will make her morning iced coffee feel extra special. With a wide variety of patterns, there’s a perfect match for every mom’s personality.[/product_listing]

 

Gift her the calm she gives everyone else – this sleek Lululemon mug is perfect for her morning moment of peace.[/product_listing]

 

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Taiwan Oolong Tea Sampler – $20.99

Grace & Stella Award Winning Dream Team Mothers Day Gift – $44.95

 

$100 and under

Is there anything more luxe than the feeling of a new cashmere sweater? As a Mother’s Day gift, it’s the perfect way to treat her to something cozy, stylish, and indulgent that she’ll love wearing every day.[/product_listing]

 

This boxy-fit cable-knit cotton cardigan is a cozy and stylish Mother’s Day gift that adds an easy layer of warmth to any outfit. Made from soft recycled cotton with colourful buttons and a relaxed fit, it’s perfect for her to feel comfortable and put-together.[/product_listing]

 

This rotating waffle maker is a fun and thoughtful Mother’s Day gift that helps her create warm, crispy, homemade treats with ease. With its easy-to-use design and versatile grilling features, it makes cozy breakfasts and snack moments feel extra special.[/product_listing]

This Mother’s Day, gift her the timeless elegance of the Duo Beaded Stacker Ring. Crafted in luxurious 18k gold vermeil. With its iconic texture and double beaded design, it’s the perfect symbol of love and beauty, made to be stacked and cherished for years to come.[/product_listing]

 

For the mom who gives everything – four fragrant ways to give a little back, and remind her to take a moment for herself.[/product_listing]

 

Treat her to the chic simplicity of Tube Huggie Hoops this Mother’s Day. Crafted in 18k gold vermeil, these lightweight, secure hoops add a bold touch to any look – perfect for the mom who loves a little sparkle.[/product_listing]

 

Make mom feel like royalty with this robe, made with love in Portugal from the finest Egyptian cotton.[/product_listing]

 

Show mom some love with this limited-edition self-care bundle from Canadian brand Graydon Skincare – featuring the glow-getting Supermoon Serum, a sculpting gua sha, and mini must-haves for radiant skin.[/product_listing]

 

Who says keyboards can’t be fun? This vibrant keyboard and mouse set adds a pop of personality to her workspace – perfect for the mom who loves cute tech.[/product_listing]

 

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Huski Wine Chiller – $74.99

 

 

$250 and under

The Sperry x Aritzia Slim Jogger features luxe suede and a slim, tailored silhouette that feels straight off a fashion week street style shot. Finished with a clean rubber sole and extra laces for styling versatility, it’s the kind of Mother’s Day gift that reads modern and quietly high-end.[/product_listing]

Treat Mom to the ultimate glow-up this Mother’s Day – this high-speed dryer from Conair delivers salon-quality styling at home with ultra-fast drying, shine-boosting plasma ions, and 4 versatile attachments.[/product_listing]

 

With their dramatic design and high-polish gold finish, these earrings are a perfect statement piece for the mom who loves to stand out.[/product_listing]

 

These stunning hoops, with their sleek, rounded ends, add sophistication to any look. Finished in high-polish gold, they’re the perfect statement piece, as seen on Michelle Williams.[/product_listing]

 

With its generous 6-quart size and gleaming stainless steel finish, this All-Clad pan does it all – from weeknight wonders to weekend feasts. It’s a hot deal and truly the Mother of All Pans – the ultimate gift for the ultimate home chef this Mother’s Day.[/product_listing]

 

The lightest, most compact Kindle yet, designed for easy reading with a brighter front light and faster page turns. Let mom escape into her favourite stories with up to 6 weeks of battery life and a library that fits right in your pocket.[/product_listing]

 

With crisp sound and a comfortable fit, these Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds are perfect for keeping mom connected and enjoying her favourite tunes on the go.[/product_listing]

 

If you’re looking for a Mother’s Day gift she’ll actually use and love, the Monos Carry-On is such a great pick—it’s stylish, super durable, and makes traveling way easier. It’s one of those thoughtful gifts that feels both practical and a little luxurious, perfect for all the trips she has coming up.[/product_listing]

 

With its long-lasting, natural aromas and easy-to-use design, this air waterless diffuser from Canadian brand Vitruvi lets mom unwind and enjoy a peaceful, fragrant space without any mess or effort.[/product_listing]

 

Pamper mom with this at-home rejuvenating heat treatment that boosts circulation, enhances skincare absorption, and brightens your complexion for a radiant glow.[/product_listing]

 

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Flowers in a Luxury Suede Box – $112.46

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Gifts worth the splurge

This outdoor wicker lounge chair feels like a Mother’s Day upgrade for her whole outdoor space, with its airy curved wicker frame and plush, UV- and water-resistant cushions made for real-life lounging. It’s thoughtfully built with a sturdy aluminum core and durable resin wicker, so it stays beautiful through every season without needing any assembly.[/product_listing]

 

You had me at portable and powerful, and this makes a perfect Mother’s Day gift for anyone who values quick, reliable styling at home or on the go. The Shark FlexStyle Hair Styling System comes with 6 styling tools including a curler and volumizer for salon-like results.[/product_listing]

 

For moms who love to cook – this powerful KitchenAid 5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer KSM192XDDR handles everything from kneading dough to whipping up desserts. Its 10-speed versatility makes it easy to tackle a wide range of recipes, making it a thoughtful gift she’ll enjoy using every day.[/product_listing]

This Mother’s Day, gift mom the power of creativity and connectivity with a brand new iPad she won’t be able to put down. With its stunning 11-inch Liquid Retina display, fast A16 chip, and all-day battery life, it’s the perfect device for everything from editing photos to streaming her favourite shows.[/product_listing]

 

The Zadie Bezel Lab Grown Sapphire Tennis Necklace from Mejuri is the perfect upscale Mother’s Day gift, combining elegance with a modern, sustainable twist. Its stunning sapphires and delicate design make it a meaningful piece she’ll cherish forever.[/product_listing]

 

Give mom a gallery of love this Mother’s Day – when she’s not watching TV, this frame transforms into her favourite art or family memories, making every glance a heartfelt masterpiece.[/product_listing]

 

A sweet surprise for mom – and the whole family. Whether you’re scooping for one or swirling for many, this dreamy frozen treat maker is the ultimate Mother’s Day gift that keeps on giving. With 13 one-touch programs (including 6 soft serve options!), she can whip up custom creations everyone will love – because nothing says “I love you” like homemade ice cream.[/product_listing]

 

Looking for the perfect statement piece for decor-loving moms? This antique style full-length mirror from Wayfair features a slender golden frame and a graceful arched crown detail.[/product_listing]

 

This 14k gold gemstone and diamond bracelet from Mejuri is a dainty dream come true. Add mom’s birthstone for a personalized touch.[/product_listing]

 

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Philips Series 3300 Fully Automatic Espresso Coffee Machine – $999.99

15 Pieces Simple White English Ceramic Tea Set – $149.99

Our Place Bakeware Set – $250.00

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Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen connected with Earth from deep space early Saturday morning in a historic first for the Canadian Space Agency, as part of a live question-and-answer session during the Artemis II mission.

The virtual event featured Hansen speaking live from aboard NASA’s Orion spacecraft, approximately three days into the 10-day lunar flyby mission.

Hansen said that while all the training prepared the crew for the mission, there is nothing like experiencing it in the moment.

“Riding the rocket for us has just been extraordinary, and we have all these simulations, but it felt so different for us in real life.”

The event, hosted by CSA president Lisa Campbell, marked the first in a series of planned space-to-Earth communications during the mission.

Hansen shared his impressions of the journey so far and provided insight into daily life aboard the spacecraft as it travels beyond low Earth orbit. One thing he highlighted was the scenery.

“The views of the Earth and the crescent Earth is really incredible,” Hansen said.

The April 1 launch is the first crewed mission to circle the moon in more than 50 years and includes a four-person international crew, with NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch rounding out the team.

While there will be a lot to see once they get to the far side of the moon, Hansen said scientists have told them they can expect some more stunning visuals.

“Something scientists have added for us is we’re going to see an eclipse of the sun behind the moon, which would be pretty neat,” he said.

His participation is a milestone for Canada, as he is serving as mission specialist for Artemis II, becoming the first Canadian astronaut to venture into deep space.

Canadian astronaut Jenni Gibbons is also experiencing some firsts for her country during this mission. She is the first Canadian — and first international partner — to be certified as an Artemis capcom, or capsule communicator. She will be the voice link between the teams on the ground and the astronauts in space.

Gibbons is scheduled to be filling the role during Orion’s lunar flyby, which happens on Day 6.

During Saturday’s space call, Hansen shared a message for young Canadians watching the mission.

“It’s important that you find what you’re passionate about, but that you share those passions with others because you’re gonna find that they’re going to help you achieve them.”

The CSA says additional live events with Hansen are planned for later in the mission, including early Sunday morning, around 12:10 a.m. ET.

The livestreams offer Canadians multiple opportunities to hear directly from orbit as the spacecraft continues its journey around the moon and back to Earth.

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