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PWHL Expands West as Vancouver, Seattle Join 3rd Season

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PWHL Expands West as Vancouver, Seattle Join 3rd Season

Women’s professional hockey is about to make history on Canada’s West Coast. The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) will launch its third season on Nov. 21, expanding from six to eight teams with the highly anticipated debuts of PWHL Vancouver and PWHL Seattle.

The season opens with a doubleheader: defending champions Minnesota Frost host longtime rivals Toronto Sceptres at 7 p.m. ET, followed by Vancouver’s home opener at Pacific Coliseum against Seattle at 10 p.m. ET. It will be the first time the historic arena has a PWHL team as its anchor tenant.

“Season three will be truly special with the debut of our first expansion teams in Seattle and Vancouver,” said Jayna Hefford, PWHL’s executive vice-president of hockey operations. “We can’t wait for puck drop.”

This year’s schedule grows to 120 games, up from 90 last season. Each team will play 30 games, facing every other team at least four times.

Expansion rosters take shape

Seattle boasts major star power with Hilary Knight and sharpshooter Alex Carpenter leading the way. Vancouver counters with a stacked defensive corps, including Walter Cup winners Sophie Jaques, Claire Thompson, and Mellissa Channell-Watkins, plus local forwards Hannah Miller and Jennifer Gardiner.

“For me, it’s a dream come true to play here,” said Gardiner, a Surrey, B.C. native. “As a little girl, I dreamed of this moment, and seeing the arena filled on game day will make it unforgettable.”

Other teams, including Toronto, Montreal, and New York, will look very different after losing top players to the expansion draft. The New York Sirens especially are undergoing a rebuild, centered on rookie of the year Sarah Fillier and top 2025 picks Kristýna Kaltounková and Casey O’Brien.

Olympic year spotlight

This season will also feature pauses for international play, including the Canada–U.S. Rivalry Series and the 2026 Winter Olympics. With fewer Team Canada games scheduled, the PWHL will play a pivotal role in shaping Olympic rosters.

Canadian home openers:

  • Vancouver: Nov. 21 vs. Seattle (Pacific Coliseum)

  • Ottawa: Nov. 22 vs. New York (TD Place)

  • Montreal: Nov. 25 vs. New York (Place Bell)

  • Toronto: Nov. 29 vs. Boston (Coca-Cola Coliseum)

With expansion, star power, and Olympic stakes, season three promises to be the most competitive and widely watched PWHL campaign yet.

Federal Government Blocks Marineland Beluga Export to China

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Federal Government Blocks Marineland Beluga Export to China

The federal government has denied Marineland Canada’s request to export 30 beluga whales to a theme park in China, citing animal welfare concerns and Canada’s laws against marine mammal exploitation.

This decision follows Marineland’s earlier application, reported last month when the Niagara Falls attraction sought approval amid its financial collapse. Read our previous report on Marineland’s beluga export request.

Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson said she could not “in good conscience” approve the application, which sought to transfer the whales to Chimelong Ocean Kingdom. “To approve the request would have meant a continued life in captivity and a return to public entertainment,” Thompson said.

Thompson revealed she personally visited Marineland last month. “It was obvious to me that whales belong in the ocean,” she said. “To see 30 belugas in contained spaces was very difficult.”

Legal and financial crisis

Canada’s Ending the Captivity of Whales and Dolphins Act (2019) bans keeping whales and dolphins for entertainment or breeding. Export permits can only be approved for scientific research or welfare grounds.

Marineland, however, is now on the brink of bankruptcy, sources told CBC. The park spends about $2 million a month caring for its remaining whales, and without export approval, officials warned they may hand the animals over to government authorities, raising fears of euthanasia.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford expressed disappointment at the decision, urging Ottawa to reconsider: “I’m encouraging the federal government to allow us to make sure these whales survive in a new home. We don’t have to move all 30 at once. We want them to survive.”

Calls for sanctuary

Animal welfare groups praised the denial, arguing that sending the whales to China would perpetuate exploitation. Chimelong has an active breeding program and uses whales in shows—activities that are illegal in Canada.

Advocates instead called for the acceleration of a proposed whale sanctuary off Nova Scotia or for Marineland to become a palliative care facility for the whales under independent oversight.

“This is a defining moment,” said Colin Saravanamuttoo of World Animal Protection. “Ontario must show leadership and ensure these animals receive the best possible care. We should not export our animal welfare problems.”

Thompson said she would be open to reviewing future applications focused on the whales’ health but emphasized that Canadians expect her to act in their best interests: “Under difficult circumstances with regrettable outcomes, that is what I have done.”

Vancouver Faces Condo Glut as 2,500 Units Sit Unsold

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Vancouver Faces Condo Glut as 2,500 Units Sit Unsold

Metro Vancouver’s housing market is hitting a new kind of crisis—not affordability, but unsold supply. According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), nearly 2,500 new condos remain empty and unbought, double the number from last year.

Anne McMullin, president of the Urban Development Institute, says the math has simply stopped working: “Costs have escalated so much in the last 10 years that to build a unit is out of the price range of 80 per cent of the public in Metro Vancouver.”

Developers are unwilling to sell at a loss, but rising construction, labour, and policy-related costs have made new units unaffordable for many buyers. Some developers are even returning deposits after failing to meet pre-sale targets required for bank financing, while others have gone into receivership.

“There is a potential storm coming and it’s frightening,” McMullin warned, noting layoffs have already begun.

Industry voices like Greg Zayadi, president of Rennie, point out the scale of the slowdown: “The last time we saw this level of developer-owned unsold inventory was 24 years ago.”

The mismatch is glaring: buyers spending $800,000 expect at least 800 to 1,500 square feet, not 450-square-foot micro-units. Developers are now offering incentives—parking stalls, storage lockers, even cash-back—to lure hesitant buyers.

Royal Pacific Realty agent Oleg Galyuk says older condos often sell faster, while some new builds suffer from cramped layouts and fewer parking spaces. “Right now, a lot of condos are coming online that people don’t really want to live in,” he said.

The backlog is most visible in Burnaby, Coquitlam, and parts of Surrey, highlighting how supply doesn’t always match demand. After two decades of robust growth, Vancouver’s real estate market faces a sobering correction—one that could ripple through construction jobs and the wider economy.

Thousands Flock to Daniel Caesar’s Surprise Vancouver Concert

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Thousands Flock to Daniel Caesar’s Surprise Vancouver Concert

Vancouver’s John Hendry Park transformed into an impromptu concert venue Tuesday evening as thousands of fans gathered for a surprise performance by Canadian R&B star Daniel Caesar.

The Scarborough-born artist announced the free show just hours earlier on TikTok and Instagram, sparking a rush of mostly Gen Z fans to East Vancouver.

“The crowd got crazy,” said 26-year-old attendee Kim Alunan. Fans stretched across the tree-dotted field, with many unable to catch a glimpse of Caesar as he performed. Some climbed trees or stood on garbage cans and bike seats to see him, while hundreds stood further back, content to just listen.

“I can’t see him at all, but the music is enough,” said Lance Palad, who praised the calming feel of Caesar’s songs as light rain fell and umbrellas popped open across the park.

The Vancouver Park Board later confirmed the event was “not expected or planned.” Permits are typically required for park concerts, involving multiple steps and pre-paid fees. Still, the pop-up show was part of Caesar’s new tour of free, surprise concerts, which began in Toronto earlier this week.

Vancouver police were stationed around the park, preparing for crowd control as the show wrapped.

For fans, though, the unplanned gathering felt like a once-in-a-lifetime experience—an intimate connection with one of Canada’s most soulful voices, shared in the heart of the city.

GM Moves Production From Oshawa to Indiana Amid Tariff Tensions

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GM Moves Production From Oshawa to Indiana Amid Tariff Tensions

The cross-border auto industry faces new strain as General Motors scales back in Oshawa while boosting production in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

GM confirmed it will cut one of three shifts at its Ontario Assembly, resulting in about 750 job losses by January 30, along with ripple effects across the supply chain. At the same time, the company is hiring 250 temporary workers in Indiana to expand production of Chevrolet Silverados.

The announcement follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan to impose 25 per cent tariffs on finished vehicles and parts—a move experts say could deepen divides between Canadian and American auto workers.

In Fort Wayne, UAW Local 2209 bargaining chair Rich LeTourneau defended the added jobs: “I respect Canadian unions. But when the company comes to me to increase volume, I’m not going to say no. It’s job security for my people.”

In Oshawa, Unifor Local 222 president Jeff Gray said the situation reflects an uneven playing field. “We’re not angry with UAW. They’re our brothers, our sisters. But right now, the playing field isn’t level, and that concerns us.”

For Oshawa, the decision revives bitter memories. GM first shuttered the plant in 2019 after more than a century of operations, only to reopen in 2021 following a $1.2 billion retooling. Once employing 23,000 at its 1980s peak, the plant now has around 3,000 workers—many young families who left other careers for the promise of stable union jobs.

Fort Wayne, meanwhile, is seeing opportunity. Local officials say Trump’s tariffs are drawing interest from foreign companies considering new plants in the region. GM is already the county’s third-largest employer.

But even in Indiana, challenges loom. LeTourneau noted absentee rates have reached 22 per cent: “You can bring all the manufacturing jobs you want back in the U.S., but if there’s nobody here to do them, we got a problem.”

Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter remains in talks with GM Canada about the city’s manufacturing future, stressing that innovation and productivity must define the next chapter. “We can’t just lean on history,” he said.

For two communities on opposite sides of the border, GM’s shift highlights the delicate balance of jobs, trade policy, and identity in North America’s auto heartland.

Work Permit Errors Leave Filipino Workers in Nova Scotia Jobless

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Work Permit Errors Leave Filipino Workers in Nova Scotia Jobless

Three Filipino construction workers in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, are facing the possibility of abandoning their Canadian dreams after work permit renewal errors left them without legal status to work.

Their employer, Brycon Construction, admitted it failed to pay a $230 employer fee for two applications and neglected to file a labour market impact assessment in a third. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) rejected all three applications, forcing the men to stop work immediately and either reapply—a process that takes about six months—or leave Canada within 90 days.

“This is an awful penalty for whether a fee wasn’t paid or a piece of paper wasn’t put in,” said Dave Hiscock, Brycon’s operations manager. “These people have done nothing wrong while they’ve been in Canada. They’ve paid their taxes. They’re good working staff.”

The men — Jafferson Palabasan, Raddy Adams Manicadao, and Rene Logrinio — arrived in 2022 and had been integral to Brycon’s major projects, including the Highway 103 twinning. Each is also applying for permanent residency, hoping to bring their families to Halifax.

Now, they face months with no income, no provincial health coverage, and growing financial strain. Palabasan said he fears for his wife and six-year-old daughter waiting in the Philippines. Manicadao is running out of savings to pay for his wife’s insulin. Logrinio supports his wife and three daughters back home but says survival in Canada without work may be impossible.

Immigration lawyer Elizabeth Wozniak says such cases are increasingly common, as IRCC now rejects applications outright rather than allowing small errors to be corrected. “It’s a bit of a minefield,” she said.

For Brycon, the fallout is also severe. Hiscock said hiring locals has proven difficult, with most interviews ending in no-shows. Of the company’s 120 staff, 18 are international workers — all hoping to secure long-term futures in Canada.

“This will never happen again under my watch,” Hiscock said, pledging to use immigration consultants going forward. “Lesson learned.”

Nigel Wright, Former Harper Chief of Staff, Dies at 62

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Nigel Wright, Former Harper Chief of Staff, Dies at 62

Former Harper Aide Nigel Wright Passes Away

Nigel Wright, a respected Canadian businessman and former chief of staff to Prime Minister Stephen Harper, has died at the age of 62. Onex, the private equity firm where Wright spent nearly three decades, announced his passing on Tuesday without revealing a cause of death.

Wright’s contributions to both public service and business left a lasting mark, and colleagues across politics and finance expressed deep sorrow.

Condolences Pour In from Leaders and Colleagues

Onex CEO Bobby Le Blanc described Wright as a “consummate gentleman” who will be deeply missed. Harper, sharing his shock and grief on social media, called Wright “kind, generous, and selfless to a fault,” highlighting his dedication to Canada and public policy.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre praised Wright as a “principled and honourable man” who made enduring contributions to public service. Former colleagues, including Dimitri Soudas, Ken Boessenkool, and Ian Brodie, remembered Wright’s intelligence, dedication, and modesty in both political and business arenas.

Career in Politics and Business

Wright became Harper’s chief of staff in 2011, a role he held until 2013. His tenure included navigating the high-profile Senate expenses scandal, in which he personally repaid $90,000 to cover questionable claims made by Senator Mike Duffy.

Wright consistently maintained that his actions were lawful and in the public interest. The RCMP later confirmed no criminal charges applied to Wright, though the ethics commissioner determined he had violated conflict-of-interest rules.

Return to Private Sector

After leaving Harper’s office in 2013, Wright returned to Onex, joining the firm’s London office in 2014. He remained a prominent figure in private equity while staying politically connected and actively engaged in Canadian public life.

Wright’s career reflected a balance of business acumen and public service, earning him respect across political and corporate circles.

Nigel Wright is remembered as a sharp, principled, and quietly influential figure whose legacy spans politics, business, and Canadian public life.

Stay tuned to Maple Wire Now for more updates on national news and notable figures.

TD Bank Price Target Raised to C$107 by BMO

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TD Bank Price Target Raised to C$107 by BMO

BMO Capital Boosts TD Bank Outlook

BMO Capital has raised its Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD) price target to C$107 from C$102, maintaining an Outperform rating. The bank has delivered a 55.46% return year-to-date, trading near its 52-week high of $79.83.

The upgrade follows TD Bank’s investor day, where it reaffirmed a medium-term EPS growth target of 7-10% and a return on equity target of approximately 16% based on a CET1 ratio of 13%.

Strong Earnings Drive Confidence

BMO Capital cited higher-than-expected U.S. retail earnings and robust share buybacks as key drivers for raising the 2026 EPS estimate from $8.45 to $8.80. TD also committed $6-7 billion in share buybacks and projected US$2.9 billion in U.S. Retail earnings.

Eight analysts recently raised earnings estimates, highlighting investor confidence. TD continues its dividend tradition with a current yield of 3.78%.

Operational Efficiency and Growth

TD Bank aims to achieve positive operating leverage with a non-interest expense ratio in the mid-50s range. Non-restructuring programs support this efficiency, according to BMO Capital’s analysis. Anti-money laundering remediation was identified as a top priority.

Recent Quarterly Performance

TD Bank reported Q3 2025 earnings that exceeded expectations. EPS reached $2.20, beating the forecasted $2.04—a 7.84% surprise. Revenue came in at $15.61 billion, surpassing the anticipated $13.73 billion by 13.69%.

While the stock reacted positively in pre-market trading, it opened slightly lower during the regular session. No major mergers or acquisitions were reported, and analysts have issued no recent upgrades or downgrades.

TD Bank’s strong quarterly results, robust EPS growth, and strategic buybacks underline its solid financial position and investor appeal.

Stay tuned to Maple Wire Now for the latest updates on Canadian banks and market developments.

Alzheimer’s Drug Brings Hope but Remains Unavailable in Canada

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Alzheimer’s Drug Brings Hope but Remains Unavailable in Canada

New Alzheimer’s Drugs Offer Hope

Two Alzheimer’s drugs—lecanemab and donanemab—are showing remarkable results in slowing disease progression, yet Canadians cannot access them. Patients and care partners are frustrated as Canada remains the only G7 country to withhold approval.

“I think I either have to wait or go to the United States,” said Morley, diagnosed with mild Alzheimer’s three years ago. “That’s the dilemma we are in.”

Early Detection Is Critical

Morley discovered his diagnosis by chance after a ski accident led to a PET scan, revealing amyloids in his brain, the protein linked to Alzheimer’s.

Early intervention, lifestyle adjustments, and monitoring remain crucial. Morley now exercises regularly, eats well, sleeps properly, and avoids alcohol to maintain his cognitive health.

How the Drugs Work

Lecanemab and donanemab remove amyloids from the brain, slowing cognitive decline. Clinical trials showed a roughly 30% slower rate of deterioration, extending independent living by five to six months.

“These therapies bring hope because they modify what’s happening in the brain,” said Dr. Sara Mitchell, neurologist at Sunnybrook Hospital. “They don’t cure Alzheimer’s but intervene where previous treatments only managed symptoms.”

Availability and Approval Delays

Lecanemab has been approved in 44 countries, including the United States, Australia, and Japan. Canada, however, has yet to authorize its use after more than two years of review. Health Canada states it only approves medications when benefits outweigh risks.

Side effects include nausea, headaches, and, rarely, brain swelling or bleeding. Clinical trials reported a few treatment-related deaths, highlighting the need for careful monitoring.

High Costs and Limited Access

Both drugs are expensive: in the U.S., lecanemab costs $26,500 per year and donanemab $32,000, with additional monitoring costs for IV infusions and frequent brain scans.

Experts stress that these drugs are for early-stage patients only, and some health authorities, like the UK’s NICE, question whether the benefits justify the high costs.

Patient Perspectives

Nick Lagace, whose mother has advanced Alzheimer’s, sees potential for future patients. “Any new treatment gives that glimmer of hope,” he said, noting the emotional toll of the disease on families.

For Morley, early action is key. “Talk about it, get help early, and involve your family—these steps matter in how well you’ll do.”

A Shift in Alzheimer’s Care

Dr. Mitchell emphasizes prevention, education, and early intervention alongside new therapies. Modifiable risk factors include inactivity, smoking, alcohol use, social isolation, obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, and untreated sensory impairments.

“Many think of dementia only in its last stage,” Mitchell said. “We need to focus on early signs and proactive measures to protect brain health.”

The Alzheimer Society of Canada predicts nearly one million Canadians with dementia by 2030, making access to new treatments and early intervention critical for the aging population.

Innovative treatments are bringing hope to Alzheimer’s patients, but access and awareness remain urgent priorities.

Stay tuned to Maple Wire Now for the latest updates on health and medical breakthroughs.

Spotify Founder Ek Steps Down, Names Co-CEO Successors

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Spotify Founder Ek Steps Down, Names Co-CEO Successors

Daniel Ek Steps Back as Spotify CEO

Spotify founder and CEO Daniel Ek will step down from his day-to-day leadership role in January, transitioning to executive chairman as the streaming giant adopts a co-CEO structure. Ek, who built Spotify into a global music leader, will now focus on long-term strategy and capital allocation, guiding the company from a European-style executive chair perspective.

“I will be more involved than a typical U.S. chairman—think of it like moving from a player to a coach,” Ek said. The company highlighted that he will remain deeply engaged while co-CEOs take on daily operations.

Co-CEOs Take the Helm

Spotify has named Chief Product & Technology Officer Gustav Soderstrom and Chief Business Officer Horacio Norstrom as co-CEOs. Soderstrom will oversee global technology strategy and product development, while Norstrom will manage subscriber services, advertising, music, podcast, and audiobook operations.

Both will report to Ek and have collaborated with him for over 15 years, ensuring continuity in leadership. “Norstrom focuses on business, I focus on product, and together we run a single team,” Soderstrom said.

Market Leadership Amid Rising Competition

Spotify remains the industry leader with nearly 700 million monthly users and a catalog of over 100 million tracks, far ahead of Apple Music’s roughly 90 million subscribers. Yet rivals such as YouTube Music and Amazon Music present challenges with video integration and Prime-linked offerings, putting pressure on Spotify to innovate and maintain its edge.

Profit Pressures and Revenue Growth

Even with dominance in streaming, Spotify faces profit-margin pressures due to rising artist payouts and the growth of its ad-supported tier. Global recorded music revenue rose 4.8% to $29.6 billion in 2024, with streaming exceeding $20 billion for the first time, according to IFPI. Subscription streaming now accounts for over half of the total revenue.

Spotify reported its first annual profit in 2024 after raising prices and cutting costs, a major milestone since its founding in 2006.

Co-CEO Model and Industry Trends

The co-CEO structure, increasingly adopted by companies like Netflix and Oracle, allows for better management of complex, global operations. However, some analysts question whether having an executive chairman alongside two CEOs may blur lines of authority.

“The big unknown is why Spotify needs an executive chairman and two chief executives—it conjures the idea that too many cooks spoil the broth,” said Dan Coatsworth, an investment analyst at AJ Bell.

From Startup to Streaming Giant

Founded in Stockholm in 2006, Spotify revolutionized the music industry, offering an alternative to piracy and declining CD sales. Ek is widely recognized for demonstrating that European companies can compete on a global tech stage.

Spotify enters a new chapter with co-CEOs Soderstrom and Norstrom guiding operations while Ek focuses on strategy, ensuring the company adapts and innovates in an increasingly competitive streaming market.

Stay tuned to Maple Wire Now for the latest updates on tech leadership and streaming innovations.

Man killed in early morning shooting in Strathcona

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Man killed in early morning shooting in Strathcona

A man died after a shooting near Main and Union in Vancouver’s Strathcona early Tuesday. No arrests yet as police investigate the homicide.

Early morning incident

A man was discovered with a gunshot wound shortly after 7 a.m. Tuesday in Vancouver’s Strathcona neighbourhood near Main Street and Union Street. Police and paramedics arrived quickly after receiving reports of the shooting.

Victim pronounced dead

The man was rushed to hospital by emergency responders. Despite medical efforts, he was pronounced dead soon after arrival, police confirmed in a release.

Scene secured by police

Investigators taped off the intersection in Strathcona as officers gathered evidence. The area remained closed to traffic and pedestrians through the morning.

No arrests or suspects identified

Authorities reported that no arrests have been made. At this stage, investigators have not determined whether the victim and the suspect were known to each other.

Motive under investigation

The motive for the shooting remains unclear. Police have not confirmed whether the incident was targeted or random, and the investigation is being treated as a homicide.

Appeal to public

Vancouver Police are urging witnesses and anyone with information to contact investigators. The victim’s identity has not yet been released pending family notification.

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Nicole Kidman Files for Divorce from Keith Urban

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Nicole Kidman Files for Divorce from Keith Urban

Nicole Kidman ends 19-year marriage with Keith Urban, citing irreconcilable differences, detailing custody and asset division in Nashville filing.

Divorce Filed After Nearly Two Decades

Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman, 58, officially filed for divorce from Grammy-winning country singer Keith Urban, 57, in a Nashville court on Tuesday, ending their 19-year marriage. Court documents cite “marital difficulties and irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the split, surprising fans of the longtime Hollywood-country couple.

Family Arrangements Outlined

Kidman and Urban share two teenage daughters: Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14. The divorce filing includes a detailed parenting plan giving Kidman primary residential custody for 306 days annually, with Urban caring for the children the remaining 59 days. The agreement emphasizes that both parents will provide a loving, stable environment and will avoid speaking negatively about one another.

Financial and Property Division Specified

Both stars reportedly earn more than USD 100,000 per month, and neither will seek child support or spousal maintenance. The divorce agreement allows each to retain assets registered in their name, including copyrights and royalties from their respective artistic work. The detailed filing indicates that both parties sought an orderly and equitable separation of assets.

Timeline of Separation

The documents suggest the divorce has been under preparation for weeks. Urban signed the parenting plan on August 29, and Kidman on September 6. Under Tennessee law, the divorce will not be finalized until at least 90 days after filing. Neither Kidman nor Urban’s representatives responded to requests for comment on Tuesday.

Background on the High-Profile Marriage

Both Australian-born, Kidman and Urban met in Los Angeles in 2005 at an event celebrating Australians. They married in Sydney in 2006. This was Kidman’s second marriage, following her divorce from Tom Cruise in 2001, and Urban’s first. The couple has publicly acknowledged challenges in their marriage but rarely indicated divorce was imminent.

Public Statements and Reflections

Despite private struggles, both have publicly expressed mutual admiration in the past. Last year, Kidman described the idea of a “perfect couple” as unrealistic, and Urban has praised Kidman for supporting him during early struggles with substance abuse shortly after their wedding. Their professional accomplishments remain notable: Kidman has starred in Moulin Rouge!, The Hours, Big Little Lies, and Nine Perfect Strangers, while Urban has multiple Grammy Awards and hit singles such as “Somebody Like You.”

Canadian Relevance

Urban recently concluded the Canadian leg of his High and Alive World Tour, performing in Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Regina, Saskatoon, Winnipeg, and Montreal. Canadian fans of both stars are witnessing the end of a nearly two-decade celebrity partnership that has influenced pop culture and entertainment globally.

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