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Calgary police issue dangerous person alert, seek 38-year-old man in double homicide

Calgary police issued a dangerous person alert for the city and surrounding area on Monday, linked to a double homicide investigation the police began on Sunday night.
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Calgary police issue dangerous person alert, seek 38-year-old man in double homicide

Calgary police issued a dangerous person alert for the city and surrounding area on Monday, linked to a double homicide investigation the police began on Sunday night.

Federal government to extend deadline for charitable donation tax deductions

The federal government plans to extend the deadline for claiming charitable donations on tax returns through to the end of February.
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Federal government to extend deadline for charitable donation tax deductions

The federal government plans to extend the deadline for claiming charitable donations on tax returns through to the end of February.

Wait for answers continues 1 year after 19-year-old fatally shot by Winnipeg police

Manitoba’s Nigerian community is keeping the memory of an international student fatally shot by police close this week, but as the first anniversary of his death approaches, they are also eager for answers that have yet to come. 
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Wait for answers continues 1 year after 19-year-old fatally shot by Winnipeg police

Manitoba’s Nigerian community is keeping the memory of an international student fatally shot by police close this week, but as the first anniversary of his death approaches, they are also eager for answers that have yet to come. 

Selling Churchill: N.L. spending $300K in ad blitz to sell new power deal

Within hours of the Churchill Falls announcement earlier this month, the Newfoundland and Labrador government launched a media blitz to win residents over to the tentative deal.
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Selling Churchill: N.L. spending $300K in ad blitz to sell new power deal

Within hours of the Churchill Falls announcement earlier this month, the Newfoundland and Labrador government launched a media blitz to win residents over to the tentative deal.

For some Canadian students, music class also means turntables and MIDI controllers

Step into a music class today and you might just find laptops, turntables and MIDI controllers alongside the clarinets, recorders or violins most people expect to see. From elementary school through post-secondary, some teachers are expanding the definition o
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For some Canadian students, music class also means turntables and MIDI controllers

Step into a music class today and you might just find laptops, turntables and MIDI controllers alongside the clarinets, recorders or violins most people expect to see. From elementary school through post-secondary, some teachers are expanding the definition of music education and encouraging more students to try music-making. 

Meet the 17-year-old Quebec painter taking her work international

Mégane Fortin’s passion for painting started when she was just five years old. More than 10 years later, she’s selling her paintings to buyers across the world and participating in international art fairs.
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Meet the 17-year-old Quebec painter taking her work international

Mégane Fortin’s passion for painting started when she was just five years old. More than 10 years later, she’s selling her paintings to buyers across the world and participating in international art fairs.

WATCH | Historic toboggan slide gets $400K update to keep it cold enough

For the first time in 140 years, the Quebec City ice slide will get revamped to keep the slide chilled as the city grapples with warmer winters and the effects of climate change.
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WATCH | Historic toboggan slide gets $400K update to keep it cold enough

For the first time in 140 years, the Quebec City ice slide will get revamped to keep the slide chilled as the city grapples with warmer winters and the effects of climate change.

RCMP asks for help handling troubling number of kids radicalizing online

When RCMP Supt. Jean-Guy Isaya first started as a police officer 20 years ago, school outreach involved drug safety programs. Now the Mountie says there’s a growing need to teach counter-radicalization. It’s why the RCMP, along with its Five Eyes allies,
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RCMP asks for help handling troubling number of kids radicalizing online

When RCMP Supt. Jean-Guy Isaya first started as a police officer 20 years ago, school outreach involved drug safety programs. Now the Mountie says there’s a growing need to teach counter-radicalization. It’s why the RCMP, along with its Five Eyes allies, put out a report earlier this month warning about the rising prominence of young people drawn to support terrorism.

Shopping on Sundays was illegal until this Calgary drug mart fought a $40 fine to the Supreme Court

Nearly 40 years ago, Calgary’s Big M Drug Mart challenged the Lord’s Day Act, sparking a Supreme Court case that redefined religious freedom and paved the way for Sunday shopping in Canada.
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Shopping on Sundays was illegal until this Calgary drug mart fought a $40 fine to the Supreme Court

Nearly 40 years ago, Calgary’s Big M Drug Mart challenged the Lord’s Day Act, sparking a Supreme Court case that redefined religious freedom and paved the way for Sunday shopping in Canada.

Passengers say plane filled with smoke after fiery landing in Halifax

The Halifax airport was closed for about 90 minutes Saturday night after a plane arriving from St. John's experienced a problem landing, which saw the plane skid down the runway and part of it catch fire.
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Passengers say plane filled with smoke after fiery landing in Halifax

The Halifax airport was closed for about 90 minutes Saturday night after a plane arriving from St. John's experienced a problem landing, which saw the plane skid down the runway and part of it catch fire.

A truck driver's quiet kindness on the highway leads to gratitude and recognition

A B.C. truck driver is being recognized for his good deed after he went far out of his way to anonymously reunite an Alberta woman with her lost purse.
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A truck driver's quiet kindness on the highway leads to gratitude and recognition

A B.C. truck driver is being recognized for his good deed after he went far out of his way to anonymously reunite an Alberta woman with her lost purse.

Trailblazing Canadian-born model Dayle Haddon dies from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning

Dayle Haddon, a Canadian-born actor, activist and trailblazing former Sports Illustrated model who pushed back against age discrimination by re-entering the industry as a widow, has died in a Pennsylvania home from what authorities believe was carbon monoxid
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Trailblazing Canadian-born model Dayle Haddon dies from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning

Dayle Haddon, a Canadian-born actor, activist and trailblazing former Sports Illustrated model who pushed back against age discrimination by re-entering the industry as a widow, has died in a Pennsylvania home from what authorities believe was carbon monoxide poisoning.

Part of plane catches fire on Halifax runway after rough landing, temporarily closing airport

The Halifax airport was temporarily closed Saturday night after a plane arriving from St. John's experienced a problem landing, which saw the plane skid down the runway and part of it catch fire.
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Part of plane catches fire on Halifax runway after rough landing, temporarily closing airport

The Halifax airport was temporarily closed Saturday night after a plane arriving from St. John's experienced a problem landing, which saw the plane skid down the runway and part of it catch fire.

Conservatives to move non-confidence motion against Liberal government in the new year

MPs in the House of Commons could be voting on a motion of non-confidence in the Liberal government as early as Jan. 30, as the Conservatives say they will move a motion of non-confidence in the new year.
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Conservatives to move non-confidence motion against Liberal government in the new year

MPs in the House of Commons could be voting on a motion of non-confidence in the Liberal government as early as Jan. 30, as the Conservatives say they will move a motion of non-confidence in the new year.

B.C. woman wins $740K in civil suit over botched renovation that left her home 'gutted'

A Kelowna, B.C., woman has been awarded over $740,000 after she sued a contractor, who was also one of her neighbours, over botched renovation work that, according to a court decision, ended up completely gutting her house.
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B.C. woman wins $740K in civil suit over botched renovation that left her home 'gutted'

A Kelowna, B.C., woman has been awarded over $740,000 after she sued a contractor, who was also one of her neighbours, over botched renovation work that, according to a court decision, ended up completely gutting her house.

Residents of fire-ravaged Jasper enter new year with hope, anxiety

Temporary housing and what may be a slow rebuilding process has many in Jasper, Alta., feeling anxious heading into the new year. About 2,000 people lost their homes in July, when a wildfire destroyed one-third of the Rocky Mountain tourist town.
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Residents of fire-ravaged Jasper enter new year with hope, anxiety

Temporary housing and what may be a slow rebuilding process has many in Jasper, Alta., feeling anxious heading into the new year. About 2,000 people lost their homes in July, when a wildfire destroyed one-third of the Rocky Mountain tourist town.

Ministers Joly, LeBlanc to meet Trump aides in Florida over tariff risks

Canada's new finance minister Dominic LeBlanc and Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly will meet with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's aides in Florida on Friday to discuss the risks of imposing new trade tariffs, the Canadian government said.
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Ministers Joly, LeBlanc to meet Trump aides in Florida over tariff risks

Canada's new finance minister Dominic LeBlanc and Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly will meet with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's aides in Florida on Friday to discuss the risks of imposing new trade tariffs, the Canadian government said.

Canadian-made exoskeleton helps kids with health challenges walk, but price is a barrier

For four-year-old Max Labelle, the Trexo Robotics exoskeleton was a game changer. It supports his torso and helps him lift his legs as he practices taking steps during physiotherapy sessions.
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Canadian-made exoskeleton helps kids with health challenges walk, but price is a barrier

For four-year-old Max Labelle, the Trexo Robotics exoskeleton was a game changer. It supports his torso and helps him lift his legs as he practices taking steps during physiotherapy sessions.

How one Canadian is trying to keep a fast-growing social media platform troll-free

Canadian Aaron Rodericks is head of trust and safety for Bluesky Social. Can he keep the rapidly growing social media platform free of trolls and misinformation, and stop foreign actors from using Bluesky to try to interfere in Canada's next election?
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How one Canadian is trying to keep a fast-growing social media platform troll-free

Canadian Aaron Rodericks is head of trust and safety for Bluesky Social. Can he keep the rapidly growing social media platform free of trolls and misinformation, and stop foreign actors from using Bluesky to try to interfere in Canada's next election?

Canadians are losing millions in crypto to fraudsters. Here is how to spot red flags

The Ontario Provincial Police are warning people about the rising dangers of crypto fraud. Det.-Const. John Armit from the OPP’s Anti-Rackets Branch says he wouldn't be surprised if those kinds of frauds soon outpace wire transfers as the largest money tran
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Canadians are losing millions in crypto to fraudsters. Here is how to spot red flags

The Ontario Provincial Police are warning people about the rising dangers of crypto fraud. Det.-Const. John Armit from the OPP’s Anti-Rackets Branch says he wouldn't be surprised if those kinds of frauds soon outpace wire transfers as the largest money transfer method used by scammers.

American pet food sold in B.C. recalled after a cat died of bird flu

Northwest Naturals, a Portland, Ore.-based pet food company, is recalling a batch of its two pound (one kilogram) Feline Turkey Recipe raw frozen pet food after a cat that died of H5N1 avian influenza was linked to the product.
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American pet food sold in B.C. recalled after a cat died of bird flu

Northwest Naturals, a Portland, Ore.-based pet food company, is recalling a batch of its two pound (one kilogram) Feline Turkey Recipe raw frozen pet food after a cat that died of H5N1 avian influenza was linked to the product.

Ministers Joly, Leblanc to meet Trump aides in Florida over tariff risks

Canada's new finance minister Dominic LeBlanc and Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly will meet with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's aides in Florida on Friday to discuss the risks of imposing new trade tariffs, the Canadian government said.
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Ministers Joly, Leblanc to meet Trump aides in Florida over tariff risks

Canada's new finance minister Dominic LeBlanc and Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly will meet with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's aides in Florida on Friday to discuss the risks of imposing new trade tariffs, the Canadian government said.

Choking hazard has plush toys recalled across Canada

Health Canada is asking Canadian families to check any stuffed animals that may have appeared under the tree this year, because there could be a choking hazard.
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Choking hazard has plush toys recalled across Canada

Health Canada is asking Canadian families to check any stuffed animals that may have appeared under the tree this year, because there could be a choking hazard.

Industry withholding data on one of Canada's largest fisheries, advocates say

Advocates and scientists are raising concerns with the availability of data on one of Canada's largest fisheries, as the Department of Fisheries and Oceans DFO is waiting on industry to provide data on the herring fishery in southwest Nova Scotia and the Bay
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Industry withholding data on one of Canada's largest fisheries, advocates say

Advocates and scientists are raising concerns with the availability of data on one of Canada's largest fisheries, as the Department of Fisheries and Oceans DFO is waiting on industry to provide data on the herring fishery in southwest Nova Scotia and the Bay of Fundy.

Winnipeg facility that produces cancer-screening material passes inspection after repeated failures

A provincially run Manitoba facility that creates crucial materials used to detect cancer got a passing grade on its latest Health Canada inspection after failing its two most recent reviews by the regulator over concerns including mishandling test results, n
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Winnipeg facility that produces cancer-screening material passes inspection after repeated failures

A provincially run Manitoba facility that creates crucial materials used to detect cancer got a passing grade on its latest Health Canada inspection after failing its two most recent reviews by the regulator over concerns including mishandling test results, not following proper sterility practices and inadequately training workers.

Manitoba man drowns while clearing snow from pond with skid-steer loader on Christmas Eve

A 58-year-old Ste. Anne man drowned on Christmas Eve after his skid-steer loader fell through the ice on a pond in the rural community southeast of Winnipeg.
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Manitoba man drowns while clearing snow from pond with skid-steer loader on Christmas Eve

A 58-year-old Ste. Anne man drowned on Christmas Eve after his skid-steer loader fell through the ice on a pond in the rural community southeast of Winnipeg.

Hometown hockey stars take stage as world juniors begin in Ottawa

From watching the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre to their sons stepping on the same ice to represent Canada — Cole Beaudoin and Oliver Bonk's parents say the feeling is surreal. 
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Hometown hockey stars take stage as world juniors begin in Ottawa

From watching the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre to their sons stepping on the same ice to represent Canada — Cole Beaudoin and Oliver Bonk's parents say the feeling is surreal. 

Doctors in this Ontario region can now prescribe nature 'to help people have a better quality of life'

Conservation Halton has partnered with Halton Healthcare and PaRx to offer up to 10 free visits to conservation areas in the region when receiving a prescription for nature.
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Doctors in this Ontario region can now prescribe nature 'to help people have a better quality of life'

Conservation Halton has partnered with Halton Healthcare and PaRx to offer up to 10 free visits to conservation areas in the region when receiving a prescription for nature.

Manitoba man drowns Christmas Eve while clearing snow from pond with skid-steer loader

A 58-year-old Ste. Anne man drowned on Christmas Eve after his skid-steer loader fell through the ice on a pond in the rural community southeast of Winnipeg.
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Manitoba man drowns Christmas Eve while clearing snow from pond with skid-steer loader

A 58-year-old Ste. Anne man drowned on Christmas Eve after his skid-steer loader fell through the ice on a pond in the rural community southeast of Winnipeg.

Southeastern Manitoba man drowned Christmas Eve while clearing snow from pond

A 58-year-old Manitoba man drowned on Christmas Eve after his skid-steer loader fell through the ice on a pond in the RM of Ste. Anne, a rural community southeast of Winnipeg.
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Southeastern Manitoba man drowned Christmas Eve while clearing snow from pond

A 58-year-old Manitoba man drowned on Christmas Eve after his skid-steer loader fell through the ice on a pond in the RM of Ste. Anne, a rural community southeast of Winnipeg.

Different prayers for different faiths may get 'everyone on board' with changing legislature prayer, says Manitoba's Kinew

Manitoba's premier is open to the legislative chamber hearing a rotation of different prayers reflective of various faith traditions so more people can see themselves and their religious practices represented.
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Different prayers for different faiths may get 'everyone on board' with changing legislature prayer, says Manitoba's Kinew

Manitoba's premier is open to the legislative chamber hearing a rotation of different prayers reflective of various faith traditions so more people can see themselves and their religious practices represented.

How agrivoltaics is marrying food production with green energy in Alberta

Calgary-based Sun Cycle Farms conducted a pilot project that grazed cattle inside a grid-connected solar farm in southern Alberta in an attempt to prove that livestock production and renewable energy can successfully co-exist.
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How agrivoltaics is marrying food production with green energy in Alberta

Calgary-based Sun Cycle Farms conducted a pilot project that grazed cattle inside a grid-connected solar farm in southern Alberta in an attempt to prove that livestock production and renewable energy can successfully co-exist.