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Canada's forestry crisis should be blamed on homegrown problems, not Trump, federal report says

The report says obstacles include unstable access to affordable fibre, excessive regulations, persistent underinvestment in manufacturing, weak capacity to innovate, and inadequate domestic demand for wood-based products.
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Canada's forestry crisis should be blamed on homegrown problems, not Trump, federal report says

The report says obstacles include unstable access to affordable fibre, excessive regulations, persistent underinvestment in manufacturing, weak capacity to innovate, and inadequate domestic demand for wood-based products.

B.C. charity scraps World Cup ticket raffle after letter from FIFA lawyers

A B.C. non-profit that supports people with spinal injuries was forced to cancel a raffle for a pair of World Cup tickets after receiving a nine-page letter from FIFA's lawyers, accusing it of trademark infringement and ticket rule violations.
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B.C. charity scraps World Cup ticket raffle after letter from FIFA lawyers

A B.C. non-profit that supports people with spinal injuries was forced to cancel a raffle for a pair of World Cup tickets after receiving a nine-page letter from FIFA's lawyers, accusing it of trademark infringement and ticket rule violations.

Government to begin paying out one-time GST credit top-up for eligible Canadians

The Liberal government's one-time GST rebate top-up, announced earlier this year, is set to begin landing in some Canadians' banks accounts starting on Friday.
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Government to begin paying out one-time GST credit top-up for eligible Canadians

The Liberal government's one-time GST rebate top-up, announced earlier this year, is set to begin landing in some Canadians' banks accounts starting on Friday.

Governor General-designate Louise Arbour meets King Charles ahead of swearing-in

King Charles received Louise Arbour at Buckingham Palace in London on Wednesday, before the former justice of the Supreme Court of Canada is sworn in as Governor General next week.
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Governor General-designate Louise Arbour meets King Charles ahead of swearing-in

King Charles received Louise Arbour at Buckingham Palace in London on Wednesday, before the former justice of the Supreme Court of Canada is sworn in as Governor General next week.

Alberta man charged after more than 500,000 child sexual exploitation photos, videos seized

A man from Okotoks, Alta., faces criminal charges after police say they found more than half a million child sexual exploitation photos and videos in his possession. It's one of the largest collections the Alberta child exploitation unit has ever encountered.
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Alberta man charged after more than 500,000 child sexual exploitation photos, videos seized

A man from Okotoks, Alta., faces criminal charges after police say they found more than half a million child sexual exploitation photos and videos in his possession. It's one of the largest collections the Alberta child exploitation unit has ever encountered.

Owners ordered to pay $100K in wages say they didn't know foreign workers were employed at their hotel

The owners of a hotel chain who are appealing orders to pay more than $100,000 in owed wages to three foreign workers say they weren't even aware two of the workers were employed at one of the company's Manitoba hotels.
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Owners ordered to pay $100K in wages say they didn't know foreign workers were employed at their hotel

The owners of a hotel chain who are appealing orders to pay more than $100,000 in owed wages to three foreign workers say they weren't even aware two of the workers were employed at one of the company's Manitoba hotels.

Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation Chief 'not giving up' on Labrador community mourning death of young woman

As a central Labrador community mourns the death of a young woman, Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation Chief Eugene Hart's message is clear: he’ll walk with the people of the town every step of the way to enact change.
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Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation Chief 'not giving up' on Labrador community mourning death of young woman

As a central Labrador community mourns the death of a young woman, Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation Chief Eugene Hart's message is clear: he’ll walk with the people of the town every step of the way to enact change.

What Canadians need to know about a 'technical recession'

While the term technical recession may have some usefulness as a political tool, does it actually have economic significance? CBC News looked into the definition of a technical recession, how it differs from a regular recession and whether Canadians need to b
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What Canadians need to know about a 'technical recession'

While the term technical recession may have some usefulness as a political tool, does it actually have economic significance? CBC News looked into the definition of a technical recession, how it differs from a regular recession and whether Canadians need to be concerned.

Canada endorses plan to send remaining Marineland belugas to Spain, across U.S.

The Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada has endorsed a rescue plan that would see all of Marineland's remaining beluga whales split up and sent to Oceanogràfic València in Spain or one of four U.S. locations.
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Canada endorses plan to send remaining Marineland belugas to Spain, across U.S.

The Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada has endorsed a rescue plan that would see all of Marineland's remaining beluga whales split up and sent to Oceanogràfic València in Spain or one of four U.S. locations.

P.E.I. farm income dropped sharply in 2025 as historic drought and rising costs hit hard

Prince Edward Island farmers made significantly less money in 2025 as a historic drought reduced revenues and rising expenses continued to squeeze farm operations.
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P.E.I. farm income dropped sharply in 2025 as historic drought and rising costs hit hard

Prince Edward Island farmers made significantly less money in 2025 as a historic drought reduced revenues and rising expenses continued to squeeze farm operations.

Strychnine delays mean it's 'too late' for gopher control this spring, Alberta and Saskatchewan farmers say

Municipalities in Alberta and Saskatchewan are advising farmers not to count on strychnine being available for gopher control this spring.
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Strychnine delays mean it's 'too late' for gopher control this spring, Alberta and Saskatchewan farmers say

Municipalities in Alberta and Saskatchewan are advising farmers not to count on strychnine being available for gopher control this spring.

With praise for Carney — and shot at Trudeau — oil drilling support draws applause at N.L. energy conference

Oil and gas was the focus off the top for Premier Tony Wakeham's address to Energy NL members at the association's annual conference in St. John's Tuesday.
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With praise for Carney — and shot at Trudeau — oil drilling support draws applause at N.L. energy conference

Oil and gas was the focus off the top for Premier Tony Wakeham's address to Energy NL members at the association's annual conference in St. John's Tuesday.

Tornado warning issued east of Riding Mountain as much of Manitoba remains under thunderstorm watch

A tornado warning has been issued for a part of western Manitoba, as much of the province's south remains under a severe thunderstorm watch for Tuesday night.
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Tornado warning issued east of Riding Mountain as much of Manitoba remains under thunderstorm watch

A tornado warning has been issued for a part of western Manitoba, as much of the province's south remains under a severe thunderstorm watch for Tuesday night.

An iconic N.W.T. trail is closed due to erosion, and there's no timeline for reopening it

A riverside trail in the N.W.T. that is known for its waterfall views has been closed to visitors due to substantial damage from soil erosion, the territorial government says.
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An iconic N.W.T. trail is closed due to erosion, and there's no timeline for reopening it

A riverside trail in the N.W.T. that is known for its waterfall views has been closed to visitors due to substantial damage from soil erosion, the territorial government says.

Video showing Toronto police tackling cyclist after alleged traffic violation sparks outcry

Following an arrest downtown that was captured on video, Toronto police say a man now faces three charges after running a stop sign, swearing at officers and attempting to flee. But a Toronto lawyer specializing in cycling injury law says police may have use
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Video showing Toronto police tackling cyclist after alleged traffic violation sparks outcry

Following an arrest downtown that was captured on video, Toronto police say a man now faces three charges after running a stop sign, swearing at officers and attempting to flee. But a Toronto lawyer specializing in cycling injury law says police may have used excessive force.

Much of southern Manitoba under severe thunderstorm watch

A tornado warning has been issued for a part of southwestern Manitoba as much of the region is under a severe thunderstorm watch for Tuesday night while storms roll in from Saskatchewan and North Dakota. Large hail, strong winds and heavy rains are expected.
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Much of southern Manitoba under severe thunderstorm watch

A tornado warning has been issued for a part of southwestern Manitoba as much of the region is under a severe thunderstorm watch for Tuesday night while storms roll in from Saskatchewan and North Dakota. Large hail, strong winds and heavy rains are expected.

Investigation into alleged RCMP misconduct against Indigenous girls in Prince George enters final stage

Alberta's police watchdog has been tasked with looking into historical accusations of wrongdoing.
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Investigation into alleged RCMP misconduct against Indigenous girls in Prince George enters final stage

Alberta's police watchdog has been tasked with looking into historical accusations of wrongdoing.

Carney addresses technical recession, says economy going through 'settling-in' period

Prime Minister Mark Carney said his government is «fundamentally» transforming the economy as it responds to the U.S. trade war, and that the country's dip into a technical recession is partly a symptom of this «settling-in» period.
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Carney addresses technical recession, says economy going through 'settling-in' period

Prime Minister Mark Carney said his government is «fundamentally» transforming the economy as it responds to the U.S. trade war, and that the country's dip into a technical recession is partly a symptom of this «settling-in» period.

Toddler dies after bouncy castle carried away by wind in Montreal

A three-year-old girl has has succumbed to her injuries after she was blown away in a bouncy castle in Montreal's LaSalle borough on Sunday afternoon, when the winds were high.
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Toddler dies after bouncy castle carried away by wind in Montreal

A three-year-old girl has has succumbed to her injuries after she was blown away in a bouncy castle in Montreal's LaSalle borough on Sunday afternoon, when the winds were high.

Denare Beach rebuilds, reflects on anniversary of devastating Sask. wildfire

Cautious optimism is mixed with concern in the northern Saskatchewan community of Denare Beach, where more than 200 homes burned in last year's Wolf Fire.
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Denare Beach rebuilds, reflects on anniversary of devastating Sask. wildfire

Cautious optimism is mixed with concern in the northern Saskatchewan community of Denare Beach, where more than 200 homes burned in last year's Wolf Fire.

Family, First Nation chief share hopes for coroner's inquest into death of MPP's nephew

Jonathon Mamakwa says he’s no longer angry about his son’s death, but that he wants to see more mental health and addictions support in correctional settings to prevent similar losses. Jonathon was the first witness to provide testimony in the coroner’
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Family, First Nation chief share hopes for coroner's inquest into death of MPP's nephew

Jonathon Mamakwa says he’s no longer angry about his son’s death, but that he wants to see more mental health and addictions support in correctional settings to prevent similar losses. Jonathon was the first witness to provide testimony in the coroner’s inquest into Kevin Mamakwa’s death, which began in Thunder Bay, Ont., Monday. Here's what's been shared so far about Kevin, a 27-year-old member of Kingfisher Lake First Nation who died June 2, 2020 while in custody at the Thunder Bay Jail.

Manny Malhotra named new Vancouver Canucks head coach

The move is the latest in an overhaul that has seen Vancouver replace general manager Patrik Allvin, president of hockey operations Jim Rutherford, and head coach Adam Foote since finishing the season last in the league with a 25-29-8 record.
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Manny Malhotra named new Vancouver Canucks head coach

The move is the latest in an overhaul that has seen Vancouver replace general manager Patrik Allvin, president of hockey operations Jim Rutherford, and head coach Adam Foote since finishing the season last in the league with a 25-29-8 record.

N.S. high school administrator, stabbed by student on the job, fights for support 3 years later

The administrative assistant who was stabbed by a student at a Bedford, N.S., high school in 2023 is speaking out in an interview for the first time. Angela Light tells CBC News about how the horrific events of that day have impacted her life.
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N.S. high school administrator, stabbed by student on the job, fights for support 3 years later

The administrative assistant who was stabbed by a student at a Bedford, N.S., high school in 2023 is speaking out in an interview for the first time. Angela Light tells CBC News about how the horrific events of that day have impacted her life.

How steep are World Cup ticket prices for locals?

The price of tickets has turned the World Cup into an elite spectacle and data shows just how costly the tickets are for the residents of the host cities.
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How steep are World Cup ticket prices for locals?

The price of tickets has turned the World Cup into an elite spectacle and data shows just how costly the tickets are for the residents of the host cities.

Canada's cloud market is 'broken,' report warns

A new report calls the market for cloud computing in Canada «broken» and warns that without requiring compatibility between shared processing providers, domestic alternatives to U.S. tech giants risk Canadians buying into «maplewashed depen
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Canada's cloud market is 'broken,' report warns

A new report calls the market for cloud computing in Canada «broken» and warns that without requiring compatibility between shared processing providers, domestic alternatives to U.S. tech giants risk Canadians buying into «maplewashed dependencies.»

Stewards explore potential of UNESCO heritage site designation for residential schools

Site stewards of former residential schools across Canada met last week to start the process of proposing residential schools for UNESCO World Heritage site designation.
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Stewards explore potential of UNESCO heritage site designation for residential schools

Site stewards of former residential schools across Canada met last week to start the process of proposing residential schools for UNESCO World Heritage site designation.

Canada slips slightly in top universities ranking, but experts say look carefully at the details

An annual tally of top universities worldwide is out, with some of Canada's biggest schools slipping down in ranking, but experts say these lists must be taken with a grain of salt.
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Canada slips slightly in top universities ranking, but experts say look carefully at the details

An annual tally of top universities worldwide is out, with some of Canada's biggest schools slipping down in ranking, but experts say these lists must be taken with a grain of salt.