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Senators amend legislation to make it easier to pass on First Nations status
OTTAWA — Senators have passed sweeping amendments to a bill that would simplify the transfer…
Will Newfoundland energy deal be finalized? ‘Good question,’ says Hydro-Québec chief
MONTREAL — Hydro-Québec’s chief executive says she is confident a draft energy deal with Newfoundland…
TRENDING NOW: Never trust a bed at an open house
Never trust a bed an open house no matter how inviting it looks.
Judge to proceed with contempt probe after US flew migrants to El Salvador prison in March
A federal judge said Wednesday he plans to move ahead quickly on a contempt investigation…
Vernon motel hit with fire code violations after WorkSafeBC fine for mould, rodents
“The employer had not conducted a violence risk assessment, did not have policies or procedures in place, and had not trained workers in the prevention of violence."
Falcons quarterback Penix will have season-ending knee surgery, leaving Cousins as starter
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons’ season, already in a free fall, took…
RCMP says B.C. ostrich farm investigations continue, charges neither laid nor stayed
RCMP say investigations are ongoing in relation to their enforcement operation at a British Columbia…
Pair of burglars arrested after Kelowna parkade storage room heist
Turner was on court-imposed conditions for break and enter when the storage room break-in happened. Grimson was on bail for similar crimes and had conditions that included electronic monitoring.
B.C.-incorporated cryptocurrency firm appeals record $176 million Fintrac penalty
TORONTO — A cryptocurrency firm incorporated in British Columbia is appealing a $176 million penalty…
P.E.I. man faces first terror charges in Atlantic, for allegedly 3D-printing firearms
CHARLOTTETOWN — A man in Prince Edward Island is facing terrorism charges for allegedly making…
Kings captain Anze Kopitar soaking in final NHL season: ‘Take it all in’
TORONTO — Drew Doughty wanted to have a conversation about the future. The Los Angeles…
‘Not a dream’: Grey Cup champions Saskatchewan Roughriders hold parade in Regina
REGINA — The Grey Cup champions Saskatchewan Roughriders paraded down the streets of Regina with…
Loaded barge bound for Seattle sinking off central B.C. coast
A barge carrying numerous cargo containers is sinking in the waters off British Columbia’s central…
iN DISCUSSION: Penticton’s racism bylaw unexplained
This is where cold hard facts give way to the hottest of takes, mostly mine…
Flavio Cobolli’s dominant win sends Italy to Davis Cup semifinals
BOLOGNA, Italy (AP) — Flavio Cobolli beat Filip Misolic 6-1, 6-3 on Wednesday to clinch…
For Brandon Lake, crossing over means more opportunities to spread a Christian message
NEW YORK (AP) — Fifteen miles south of Sin City, Brandon Lake is seated backstage…
Talented freshman class already having a massive impact in college basketball
The recent trend in college basketball has been to build rosters through the transfer portal,…
Numeris: Grey Cup had average audience of 4 million, reach of 10 million
Last week’s Grey Cup had an average Canadian audience of nearly four million viewers, according…
Quebec Liberal leader calls for external investigation into report on cash for votes
MONTREAL — Pablo Rodriguez is facing his biggest crisis since becoming leader of the Quebec…
Fillier motivated to transform re-tooled Sirens into PWHL contenders after 2 last-place finishes
If Sarah Fillier’s aspirations involve her becoming the best women’s hockey player in the world,…
Fillier motivated to transform re-tooled Sirens into PWHL contenders after 2 last-place finishes
If Sarah Fillier’s aspirations involve her becoming the best women’s hockey player in the world,…
Canadian former Olympic snowboarder wanted by US is charged with orchestrating murder of witness
WASHINGTON (AP) — A former Olympic snowboarder for Canada who is wanted by authorities for…
Safety changes urged after accidental lifeboat plunge off B.C.: TSB
RICHMOND — The Transportation Safety Board is urging stronger safety procedures involving lifeboats on commercial…
Guadalajara and Monterrey to host 2026 World Cup playoff tournament
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican cities Guadalajara and Monterrey will host the intercontinental playoff tournament…