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Wildfires show why CBC needs public safety mandate: researcher
OTTAWA — The wildfires that are flaring up across Canada again are one of the…
Einarson, Gushue among six rinks added to 2026 Scotties and Brier fields
Three teams have been added to each of the 2026 Canadian men’s and women’s curling…
In the news today: PM meeting steelworkers, Ontario chiefs cry foul, Alberta next?
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
But all my friends have one: Why some parents say no to kids’ demand for e-scooters
TORONTO — Nainesh Kotak says it doesn’t matter how many of his 11-year-old son’s friends…
Swords scores 17 as Canada beats Japan at FIBA U19 Women’s World Cup quarterfinals
BRNO — Syla Swords had a game-high 17 points and Canada advanced to the semifinals…
Arsenal’s gaudy transfer fee for Canadian forward Olivia Smith buzzes at home
A Canadian player setting a new benchmark in the women’s soccer transfer market floats a…
Federal Court of Appeal reserves decision in B.C. ostrich farm’s avian flu case
OTTAWA — The Federal Court of Appeal reserved its decision in a case involving two…
Via Rail plans to use refurbished cars to improve service between Halifax-Montreal
HALIFAX — Via Rail wants to use refurbished rail cars to improve service between Halifax…
‘Worrisome’ conditions due to wildfire smoke and heat force camps, daycares to adjust
Summer camps and daycares are being forced to shift their plans amid stifling heat and…
Hockey Canada interviews among evidence excluded from ex-junior players’ jury trial
Three of the five hockey players accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a London,…
Judge dismisses jury in Canadian hockey sexual assault case after complaint about defense behavior
LONDON, Ontario (AP) — The judge handling the trial of five Canadian hockey players accused…
CFLPA president Elimimian backs CFL participation in Olympic flag football
CFLPA president Solomon Elimimian is among those supporting CFL players participating in the 2028 Los…
Canada’s Katie Vincent paddles to canoe sprint gold at World Cup event in Hungary
SZEGED — Canada’s Katie Vincent captured gold in the women’s C1 500-metre final at a…
Canadian Una working toward a spot on B.C. Lions’ offensive line
KAMLOOPS — Anu Una has imagined what it would be like to be in the…
Oilers packing for Texas to face Stars on Wednesday in Western Conference final
EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers now know their opponent and starting date for the NHL’s…
‘Beyond the crash’: TV series on paralyzed Humboldt Bronco player set to air
AIRDRIE — Ryan Straschnitzki’s life has been an open book since he was seriously injured…
Phillies closer José Alvarado suspended for 80 games for positive drug test
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia Phillies closer José Alvarado was suspended for 80 games on Sunday…
Eco-friendly transportation a condition of planned Ottawa Senators arena: agreement
OTTAWA — Public transit, cycling and walking will be the “primary and preferred modes” of…
PWHL unveils expansion draft, signing rules for newest teams in Vancouver and Seattle
TORONTO — The Professional Women’s Hockey League’s newest expansion teams in Vancouver and Seattle will…
Canada’s Bianca Andreescu cruises to win in French Open qualifiers
PARIS — Canada’s Bianca Andreescu cruised to a 6-0, 6-0 win over China’s Xinxin Yao…
Canada Soccer names preliminary 60-man roster for this summer’s CONCACAF Gold Cup
Canada has filed its preliminary roster for next month’s CONCACAF Gold Cup, a 60-man list…
Formenton asked for advice on way to bathroom with complainant, ex-teammate testifies
One of five hockey players accused of sexually assaulting a woman inside a London, Ont.,…
After success in France, Canadian defender Vanessa Gilles joins Bayern Munich
Canadian international defender Vanessa Gilles, who spent the last three seasons with France’s Lyon on…
Nicolas Gagnon named set-piece coach for Canadian men’s soccer team
Canada coach Jesse Marsch has added set-piece coach Nicolas Gagnon to his staff. Gagnon most…