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European Union leaders say Canada will sign a defence procurement pact this month
KANANASKIS — European Union officials say Canada is likely to sign a defence procurement agreement…
Border bill raises questions about expanded data sharing with U.S.: Citizen Lab
OTTAWA — An organization that monitors the effect of information flows on human rights says…
May calls Carney’s decision to limit debate on major projects bill a ‘new low’
OTTAWA — Green Party Leader Elizabeth May said Monday that Prime Minister Mark Carney’s decision…
Coast Guard union says crews in the dark about promised expanded ‘security mandate’
OTTAWA — A union official who represents marine search and rescue crews said Monday the…
New Quebec Liberal Leader Pablo Rodriguez says he’ll run for seat in 2026 election
QUÉBEC — The newly elected leader of the Quebec Liberals says he’ll wait until the…
Rare find: Remains of large, shortfin mako shark found in eastern Nova Scotia
PORT DUFFERIN — A marine animal rescue group has confirmed a rare but unfortunate find…
Free summer admission to national parks and historic sites begins Friday
OTTAWA — The Canada Strong Pass takes effect Friday, offering free admission to national parks,…
Karina Gould gets key committee chair as NDP is frozen out
OTTAWA — House of Commons committees are taking shape for this session of Parliament with…
Former MP Han Dong says he can move on after settling lawsuit against Global News
OTTAWA — Former MP Han Dong says he and his family can finally move on…
Drones and contraband pose everyday challenges in Quebec detention centres
MONTREAL — On any given day, drones buzz in the skies above Quebec’s detention centres…
In the news today: Carney to meet Trump this morning at G7 in Alberta
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Unifor says former Canadian Auto Workers president Buzz Hargrove has died
TORONTO — Canada’s largest private-sector union says former Canadian Auto Workers president Buzz Hargrove has…
Carney’s task at G7 will be to keep the group alive as experts question the outcome
CALGARY — As Prime Minister Mark Carney gets ready to host U.S. President Donald Trump…
‘Elbows up’: Plane spotters and protesters mark the arrival of G7 leaders in Calgary
CALGARY — Airplane enthusiasts are setting up at the Calgary International Airport in hopes of…
CF-18 jets intercept plane violating restricted air space above G7 site in Alberta
KANANASKIS — Canadian fighter jets were deployed to intercept a private, civilian plane that violated…
Israel-Iran conflict looms large as leaders arrive for G7 summit in Alberta
OTTAWA — An escalating conflict between Israel and Iran seems set to dominate this week’s…
Kiskatinaw River fire situations stabilize after weekend rainfall
DAWSON CREEK — The BC Wildfire Service says the Kiskatinaw River fire in the province’s…
Canada and the United Kingdom think and work alike, Starmer says during Ottawa visit
OTTAWA — The historic ties and long-standing working relationship between the United Kingdom and Canada…
Tariffs, wildfires and AI on the agenda as Canada hosts world leaders at G7
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has tried to pare down Canada’s priorities as the…
Quebec Liberals elect Pablo Rodriguez, former federal minister, as new party leader
QUÉBEC — The Quebec Liberals have chosen longtime federal politician Pablo Rodriguez to lead the…
Leaders on Canada’s expanded G7 guest list to tackle climate, economy and security
OTTAWA — Canada is bringing the world to Alberta for the G7 leaders summit in…
Woman dead, child in critical condition after boat capsizes in Quebec
MONTREAL — A woman is dead and a child is in critical condition after the…
British PM Keir Starmer visiting Ottawa before joining G7 leaders in Alberta
OTTAWA — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is visiting Ottawa today ahead of the G7…
Dollarama-sold Oracare Baby Brush toothbrush recalled for choking hazard
Health Canada has recalled a baby toothbrush sold in Dollarama stores across the country due…