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Canada’s domestic tourism industry could net billions due to U.S. trade war: report
OTTAWA — Canada’s tourism industry might be in for a boost as Canadians boycott the…

Ice from Oiler hometown rinks added to Edmonton arena ahead of Stanley Cup Final
EDMONTON — Home ice advantage will take on a whole new meaning for some Edmonton…

Israeli envoy pushes back as Ottawa calls out ‘disturbing’ food restrictions on Gaza
OTTAWA — The MP overseeing Canada’s foreign aid is calling on Israel to stop restricting…

Newfoundland voters concerned after apparent voter mistakes void hundreds of ballots
ST. JOHN’S — Two voters in Newfoundland say they hope Elections Canada can learn from…

Carney says he’ll ‘take note’ of opposition motion to table a spring economic update
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney said he will “take note” of the successful opposition…

Duty free stores look for financial support as cross-border traffic drops
OTTAWA — An association representing duty free stores and a group of 15 mayors from…

In the news today: More join the thousands fleeing wildfires in Sask.
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…

Federal bill includes new security powers to tighten border, immigration system
OTTAWA — Proposed federal legislation would give authorities new powers to search mail, make it…

About 15,000 have fled Saskatchewan wildfires and more coming: Premier Moe
PRINCE ALBERT — As Manitoba grapples with wildfires that have forced more than 17,000 people…

Review of B.C. home-sharing program for adults with developmental disabilities
The British Columbia government is commissioning an independent review of the province’s home-share program, months…

Removing Chinese tariffs on Canadian agriculture products a priority, says Carney
SASKATOON — The federal government plans to work urgently to remove Chinese tariffs on Canadian…

Former national chief calls for list of demands as PM, premiers talk infrastructure
OTTAWA — The former national chief of the Assembly of First Nations is calling for…

Despite pushback, Montreal forges ahead with strict new short-term rental rules
MONTREAL — Montreal is forging ahead with new rules banning many short-term rentals for nine…

Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon begins testimony in sex-assault civil trial
MONTREAL — Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon has begun his testimony in his civil…

Here are some facts about the proposed cull of hundreds of ostriches at B.C. farm
Protesters have been gathered for weeks at an ostrich farm in Edgewood, B.C., where an…