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1 dead after ‘tragic’ Oakville, Ont. fire
One person is dead after a fire in Oakville, Ont., on Saturday evening, officials say.
19 Mar 2023 | Canada -
Halifax council to discuss homelessness MOUs, extending Dartmouth emergency shelter
Halifax Regional Municipal councillors will be discussing this week whether to move ahead with negotiating Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) to address homelessness…
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‘Prolific offender’ arrested after spike belt used on Highway 1, Abbotsford police say
A “prolific offender” was taken into custody after an incident early Sunday on Highway 1 in Abbotsford, B.C., according to police.
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UBS to buy Credit Suisse in effort to create stability, Swiss president says
Banking giant UBS is buying its smaller rival Credit Suisse in an effort to avoid further market-shaking turmoil in global banking, Swiss President Alain Berset ann…
19 Mar 2023 | World -
Junior hockey: Rockets lose in overtime, Vees extend win streak to 12
A roundup of junior hockey results from the Okanagan and area.
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Poilievre proposes ‘blue seal’ test to license doctors trained abroad
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre proposed Sunday a national testing standard to license doctors and nurses trained abroad or in different provinces to aid Canad…
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Sasktel Centre issues traffic warning as record crowd expected for Blades vs. Pats
History will be made in Saskatoon on Sunday night as the Saskatoon Blades take on the Regina Pats at the Sasktel Centre.
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Demko, Vancouver Canucks finish strong to hand Kings 3-2 shootout loss
Elias Pettersson had a power-play goal, Thatcher Demko made 38 saves and the Vancouver Canucks defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 in a shootout Saturday night.
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Road work starts Monday in downtown London, Ont. for Wellington Gateway Phase 1
Drivers can expect more delays downtown as road work begins Monday in London, Ont., for construction of the Wellington Gateway Phase 1.
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Security to be top of mind during Joe Biden’s trip to Canada
Joe Biden‘s last official visit to Canada came with a palpable sense of foreboding.
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Canadian defence investments have ‘changed the tone’ of U.S. relations: ambassador
Canada’s ambassador to the United States says she’s seen a change of tone in how Washington views its northern ally’s commitment to defence thanks to a slew of new …
19 Mar 2023 | Politics -
Banking turmoil is adding to sense of looming economic ‘precipice.’ What’s next?
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and the ensuing fallout impacting financial institutions in the United States and Europe this week is adding to the sense of a l…
19 Mar 2023 | Economy -
The West Block – Episode 26, Season 12
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West Kelowna: Installation of water lines to impact Westlake Road for 6 weeks
A small section of Westlake Road in West Kelowna will be busier than normal for the next six weeks.
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‘Our new reality’: BC Paramedics Union outlines dangers within the job
The BC Ambulance Paramedics Union is highlighting a number of risks that members face on a daily basis, after first responder safety was the subject of a bill intro…
19 Mar 2023 | Health -
Treaty rights at forefront of fight against Saskatchewan First Act
Indigenous rights groups and experts across the country are saying treaty rights are under threat in Saskatchewan.
19 Mar 2023 | Politics -
Researchers at UBCO show off neuroscience labs for Brain Awareness Week
March 13-19 marks Brain Awareness Week, and the UBCO invited the public to take a tour through their labs, giving them a closer look at the importance of neuroscien…
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Surging Raptors rout Timberwolves 122-107
TORONTO – Fred VanVleet carried the load in the first half and Pascal Siakam took over in the second as the Toronto Raptors won their third straight.
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Third period goals by Hayes and Piercey lift Firebirds past London Knights
Two goals, 15 seconds apart in the third period, turned a one-goal lead into a one goal deficit for the London Knights as they fell 4-3 to the Firebirds in Flint, M…
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Call Of The Wilde: Canadiens fall to the Tampa Bay Lightning
In the final game of a three-game road trip for the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night, they fell to the Lightning with Tampa Bay, 5-3.
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Leafs fend off Senators rally to win in shootout
OTTAWA – Matt Murray’s time as a member of the Ottawa Senators didn’t go exactly as planned, but Saturday night he proved to be the difference for the Toronto Maple…
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Celebrating Indigenous culture at inagural Pellsqepts Spring Winds Music Festival
On the edge of Shuswap Lake, the inaugural Pellsqepts Spring Winds Music Festival is buzzing with hundreds of people celebrating Indigenous culture.
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Alberta Golden Bears decline hand shake after University Cup semi-final win
The University of Alberta Golden Bears will play for the University Cup championship on Sunday, and they’re unlikely to have much crowd support when they take on th…
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‘Troubled’ Eby seeks CSIS briefing on election interference
British Columbia Premier David Eby says he’s “very troubled” by allegations of Chinese interference in Vancouver’s municipal elections last year and he’s asked Cana…
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Jays’ Kikuchi gives up first runs of spring
Toronto starter Yusei Kikuchi was tagged with his first earned runs of spring training as the Blue Jays were swept by Philadelphia in a pair of split-squad games Fr…
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Slovakia sending MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine, joining Poland
Slovakia‘s government on Friday approved a plan to give Ukraine its fleet of 13 Soviet-era MiG-29 fighter jets, becoming the second NATO member country to heed the …
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With St. Patrick’s Day parties looming, Waterloo issues parking ban in Uptown and University areas
The City of Waterloo has issued an overnight parking ban for a number of neighbourhoods in the Uptown and University districts ahead of the annual unsanctioned stre…
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Man wanted after allegedly aiming fireworks, uttering threats at 3 Peel police divisions
Peel Regional Police say a Canada-wide arrest warrant has been issued for a suspect after fireworks were aimed at three police stations in Mississauga and Brampton.
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Sea Bears add Toronto-born CEBL champ Osayande to roster
After the recent announcement of its first-ever player, Winnipeg’s new pro basketball team is starting to build a roster.
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ICC issues arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin in Ukraine war crimes probe
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin over alleged war crimes in Ukraine.
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Kingston police restricting airspace near Queen’s University for St. Patrick’s Day weekend
In anticipation of large street gatherings within the Queen’s University district, Kingston police have stepped up their enforcement of the area for St. Patrick’s D…
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Lockdown at school in Smoky Lake, Alta., ends: ‘No threat to the public’
RCMP said there was never a threat to the public and ended a lockdown for a high school in Smoky Lake, Alta., Friday.
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Guelph, Ont. man charged following half a dozen break-ins at downtown businesses
Police say a Guelph man facing charges in four break-ins has now been charged in connection with an additional half-dozen business break-ins in the city.
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Saskatoon morning news rewind: Friday, March 17
YXE Underground tours Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital and meteorologist Peter Quinlan with his spring outlook.
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S&P/TSX down as markets continue to grapple with collapse of several banks
Canada’s main stock index was down along with international indexes in early trading as the globe continued to grapple with the collapse of several banks over the l…
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What’s behind the push to get Saskatchewan employers to verify Indigenous ancestry claims
The Saskatchewan NDP is pushing the provincial government to implement a policy for employers to verify Indigenous identity claims.
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Yukon First Nation seeks help combating ‘opioid emergency’ causing death, crime
A small Yukon First Nation says it’s dealing with an “opioid emergency” that is terrorizing citizens and families with violence, crime, overdoses and death.
17 Mar 2023 | Health -
DNA testing leads to charges in break-and-enters spanning 15 years in Saskatoon
The Saskatoon Police Service break and enter unit has laid new charges in connection to several incidents that date back 15 years.
16 Mar 2023 | Canada -
Snow clearing operators facing increased harassment
Winter might be winding down, but some snow-clearing operators say this season has been particularly brutal when it comes to altercations with residents.
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Teachers from Brantford, Ont. share love of music, language and ukuleles in Ecuador
A pair from Brant County, Ont., who are teaching English abroad are using music, specifically, ukuleles, to educate students in Ecuador.
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Kingston, Ont. expanding rapid housing, building tiny homes with federal housing grant
The City of Kingston has laid out how it will spend over $6 million from the federal government’s Rapid Housing Initiative.
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‘Family Feud’ contestant accused of wife’s murder made haunting joke on show
A former Family Feud contestant has been accused of killing his estranged wife, and resurfaced jokes he made on the show about his marriage are raising eyebrows.
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Pacific Coastal Airlines cutting direct flights between Vancouver and Cranbrook
Residents of the Kootenay community of Cranbrook, B.C., will soon find themselves with fewer options to fly to the coast.
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B.C. man dies from freak snowmobile accident, donated organs help 13 people
Shanelle Pierce is conflicted about her husband’s death, how a tragic moment can be a lifesaving blessing for others.
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Victoria police announce murder charge in 6-year-old killing of Richard Young
Police have announced an arrest and murder charge in the death of a Victoria man who disappeared more than six years ago.
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City of Kingston set to move forward with plan to remove unhoused campers
Homeless individuals living in tents in Kingston, Ont., on municipal land surrounding the Integrated Care Hub are bracing for a possible eviction by the city.
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London Knights end eight straight games on the road with 7-4 loss to Guelph Storm
A pair of goals from both Michael Buchinger and Max Namestnikov helped the Guelph Storm to defeat the London Knights 7-4 on Wednesday night at the Sleeman Centre in…
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Microsoft vulnerability can strike before users open ‘malicious’ email: CSE centre
The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security is warning about a significant vulnerability impacting Microsoft email users that allows threat actors to steal victims’ iden…
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EPC votes to approve police HQ lawsuit settlement
A legal battle ongoing for years in connection with the Winnipeg Police Headquarters building could soon be settled if city council signs off.
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Former Make-a-Wish recipient now granting wishes for other sick kids
For Katrina Secord, life hasn’t always been a walk in the park.
16 Mar 2023 | Canada