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Amnesty International slams Quebec’s Couillard on Mexican human rights comment
OTTAWA – The head of Amnesty International’s Mexican branch is taking Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard…
Six stories in the news today, June 28
Six stories in the news today from The Canadian Press: ——— MEXICAN PRESIDENT MAKES STATE…
Extreme cliff-jumping sport described as meditative, spiritual activity
VANCOUVER – Sean Chuma describes it as a spiritual moment, standing on the railing of…
Humane society investigating use of bison carcasses for movie filmed in Alberta
Animal-welfare officials are investigating whether several bison were purposely killed so their carcasses could be…
Sage grouse making tiny comeback in Alberta, Saskatchewan
EDMONTON – The muffled drumbeat and strutting mating dance of a classic prairie bird is…
As Fort McMurray rebuilds, fire chief wants more wildfire resilience
FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. – The man who led the fight against the wildfire that devastated…
Three Amigos to align on climate, clean energy plan, says White House
OTTAWA – A North American-wide commitment to cut methane emissions and a pledge to get…
Jury verdicts on deaths of seven aboriginals in Thunder Bay, Ont.
Inquest jurors examining the deaths of seven aboriginal youths in Thunder Bay, Ont., have issued…
CPP upgrades not needed by all; those in many public sector plans already secure
OTTAWA – The tentative deal for an improved Canadian Pension Plan will help thousands of…
By The Numbers: why Canada imposed a visa requirement on Mexican visitors
OTTAWA – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Tuesday that as of Dec. 1, the Canadian…
Conrad Black reaches settlement with CRA over tax liens on his mansion
TORONTO – Conrad Black says he has reached a settlement with the Canada Revenue Agency…
Justin Trudeau joins Canadian superheroes as Marvel Comics cover star
TORONTO – Make way, Liberal cabinet: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will have another all-Canadian crew…
Alberta RCMP officer shot and killed in line of duty to be honoured with memorial
ST. ALBERT, Alta. – An RCMP officer who was shot and killed outside an Edmonton-area…
Canada, Mexico clear air over visas on Mexican visitors, Canadian beef
OTTAWA – Canada and Mexico moved Tuesday to rid themselves of long-standing trade and travel…
Aboriginal Canadians victims of crime more often than non-aboriginals: Statcan
OTTAWA – Aboriginal Canadians were nearly three times as likely to experience sexual assault in…
The Tuesday news briefing: An at-a-glance survey of some top stories
Highlights from the news file for Tuesday, June 28: < SUICIDE BOMBERS TARGET ISTANBUL AIRPORT,…
Regina politician considering a run at federal Conservative leadership
REGINA – A Regina member of Parliament has confirmed he is seriously considering running for…
Six stories in the news today, June 29
Six stories in the news today from The Canadian Press: ——— THREE AMIGOS TO TOUT…
Fishery closures suggested in federal proposals to save West Coast killer whales
VANCOUVER – Strategic fishery closures and marine habitat protection are part of a proposed plan…
Great Big Sea’s Sean McCann pens Fort McMurray tribute song
Great Big Sea’s Sean McCann watched the Fort McMurray wildfire from afar, but his emotions…
Fraser report says Quebec lost 600,000 residents to other provinces since 1971
MONTREAL – The number of Quebecers who left for other provinces between 1971 and 2015…
Alberta develops insurance policy for riding-hailing companies such as Uber
EDMONTON – Alberta has rolled out the details on how it will regulate ride-hailing companies…
Saskatchewan, tribal council argue in court over child protection
REGINA – The Saskatchewan government is seeking an injunction to take back responsibility for children…
B.C. real estate panel calls for hefty fines, end to aggressive marketing
VANCOUVER – A panel struck to restore faith in British Columbia’s besieged real estate industry…