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Steve Sxwithul'txw survived residential school. Now he's trying to honour family who didn't

Penelakut Tribe member and Kuper Island school survivor Steve Sxwithul’txw recognized the names of eight unknown relatives among the 2,800 children listed by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation as having died in Canadian residential schools.

Communities shut water intake from B.C. lake after fuel spill reaches 80,000 litres

A local official says small communities on Kamloops Lake in British Columbia have been shutting down their intakes from the waterway after it was revealed that more than 80,000 litres of aviation fuel spilled on its shores in a train derailment last weekend.
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Communities shut water intake from B.C. lake after fuel spill reaches 80,000 litres

A local official says small communities on Kamloops Lake in British Columbia have been shutting down their intakes from the waterway after it was revealed that more than 80,000 litres of aviation fuel spilled on its shores in a train derailment last weekend.

How the son of Russian spies paved the legal path for B.C. ostrich cull

In his battle for Canadian citizenship, Alexander Vavilov got an opportunity denied to the owners of B.C.'s Universal Ostrich Farms — a chance to argue his case before Canada's top court. In the process, the son of Russian spies set a legal standard for dec
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How the son of Russian spies paved the legal path for B.C. ostrich cull

In his battle for Canadian citizenship, Alexander Vavilov got an opportunity denied to the owners of B.C.'s Universal Ostrich Farms — a chance to argue his case before Canada's top court. In the process, the son of Russian spies set a legal standard for decision-making «reasonableness» that would doom the B.C. birds six years later.

'We miss you': Kalispell, Mont., launches campaign to woo back Canadian visitors

One of Montana's main travel destinations is reaching out to Canadians, offering deals, discounts and specials in an effort to lure them back for a visit. Discover Kalispell, a tourism marketing and management organization for the city in northwest Montana, h
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'We miss you': Kalispell, Mont., launches campaign to woo back Canadian visitors

One of Montana's main travel destinations is reaching out to Canadians, offering deals, discounts and specials in an effort to lure them back for a visit. Discover Kalispell, a tourism marketing and management organization for the city in northwest Montana, has unveiled its Kalispell Canadian Welcome Pass.

Alberta RCMP officers won't be charged in fatal shooting of 15-year-old boy: police watchdog

An Alberta Serious Response Incident Team investigation says the officers shot at the teenager up to 17 times as he came toward them in a field, holding his arm up in a backpack so that it appeared he was pointing a gun.
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Alberta RCMP officers won't be charged in fatal shooting of 15-year-old boy: police watchdog

An Alberta Serious Response Incident Team investigation says the officers shot at the teenager up to 17 times as he came toward them in a field, holding his arm up in a backpack so that it appeared he was pointing a gun.

Teachers' union taking Alberta government to court over notwithstanding clause

The Alberta Teachers’ Association is taking the provincial government to court, challenging its use of the notwithstanding clause in legislation that forced striking teachers back to work.
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Teachers' union taking Alberta government to court over notwithstanding clause

The Alberta Teachers’ Association is taking the provincial government to court, challenging its use of the notwithstanding clause in legislation that forced striking teachers back to work.

This Ontario town is on a mission to end homelessness by 2027. Here’s how it's going

When Sara Pepper was living on the streets of St. Thomas, Ont., a few years back, she says there wasn’t much in the way of support. These days, she says, things are looking brighter — but there's still plenty of work to do.
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This Ontario town is on a mission to end homelessness by 2027. Here’s how it's going

When Sara Pepper was living on the streets of St. Thomas, Ont., a few years back, she says there wasn’t much in the way of support. These days, she says, things are looking brighter — but there's still plenty of work to do.

Supreme Court will hear appeals of Saskatchewan's school pronoun law

No date has been set for the court to hear the cross appeals from the provincial government and UR Pride on the province's school pronoun law, which prevents children under 16 from changing their names or pronouns at school without parental consent.
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Supreme Court will hear appeals of Saskatchewan's school pronoun law

No date has been set for the court to hear the cross appeals from the provincial government and UR Pride on the province's school pronoun law, which prevents children under 16 from changing their names or pronouns at school without parental consent.

The budget aims for a permanent School Food Program. But that doesn't mean free lunches for everyone

School food advocates welcome the federal budget pledge for a permanent national program with dedicated funding annually. Yet given the current patchwork of offerings in place, experts say there's much work ahead to ensure all kids can access a robust and sus
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The budget aims for a permanent School Food Program. But that doesn't mean free lunches for everyone

School food advocates welcome the federal budget pledge for a permanent national program with dedicated funding annually. Yet given the current patchwork of offerings in place, experts say there's much work ahead to ensure all kids can access a robust and sustainable food program at school.

Margaret Atwood on reading palms, getting older — and holding grudges

Margaret Atwood’s new memoir Book of Lives explores how the world has shaped her writing, and how that writing in turn shaped her life
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Margaret Atwood on reading palms, getting older — and holding grudges

Margaret Atwood’s new memoir Book of Lives explores how the world has shaped her writing, and how that writing in turn shaped her life

Here's how much money you needed to make to be among Nova Scotia's top earners

New numbers from Statistics Canada reveal how much the highest-income Nova Scotians make. The information is based on tax filings for 2023.
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Here's how much money you needed to make to be among Nova Scotia's top earners

New numbers from Statistics Canada reveal how much the highest-income Nova Scotians make. The information is based on tax filings for 2023.

Hereditary cancer, high cholesterol risk for 100,000 Canadians to be checked in genetic screening project

Over the the next five years, up to 100,000 people in Ontario will be screened for genetic conditions that increase their risk of hereditary cancers and a condition tied to high cholesterol and heart disease, says Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.
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Hereditary cancer, high cholesterol risk for 100,000 Canadians to be checked in genetic screening project

Over the the next five years, up to 100,000 people in Ontario will be screened for genetic conditions that increase their risk of hereditary cancers and a condition tied to high cholesterol and heart disease, says Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.

Losing hope, he quit the Nunavik police. Years later, many still feel unsupported by the force

Johnny Saunders quit his job as a Nunavik police officer 20 years ago. He says the same issues that led to him leave remain unaddressed. Earlier this week, residents held marches across the region to denounce police brutality and an erosion of trust.
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Losing hope, he quit the Nunavik police. Years later, many still feel unsupported by the force

Johnny Saunders quit his job as a Nunavik police officer 20 years ago. He says the same issues that led to him leave remain unaddressed. Earlier this week, residents held marches across the region to denounce police brutality and an erosion of trust.

Indigenous leaders decry budget’s lack of money for key reconciliation programs

Indigenous leaders are concerned after this year’s federal budget left key reconciliation programs without guaranteed money beyond spring 2026. Programs covering education, health and urban Indigenous friendship centres are running out of money, prompting f
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Indigenous leaders decry budget’s lack of money for key reconciliation programs

Indigenous leaders are concerned after this year’s federal budget left key reconciliation programs without guaranteed money beyond spring 2026. Programs covering education, health and urban Indigenous friendship centres are running out of money, prompting fears they could be terminated or face massive cuts.

Will Canada actually join Eurovision? Not without some challenges, experts say

Yesterday's budget teased that the government is working with CBC/Radio-Canada to explore Canada's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. While Europop fans might be excited, Canadian participation might not be all that easy, as past attempts have prov
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Will Canada actually join Eurovision? Not without some challenges, experts say

Yesterday's budget teased that the government is working with CBC/Radio-Canada to explore Canada's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. While Europop fans might be excited, Canadian participation might not be all that easy, as past attempts have proved.

Sask. uranium company says White House won't meddle in its core business under U.S. reactor deal

The chief executive of Saskatchewan-based Cameco Corp. wants to make clear that the U.S. government is not getting involved in its main uranium mining business under a massive nuclear reactor deal announced last week.
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Sask. uranium company says White House won't meddle in its core business under U.S. reactor deal

The chief executive of Saskatchewan-based Cameco Corp. wants to make clear that the U.S. government is not getting involved in its main uranium mining business under a massive nuclear reactor deal announced last week.

Mayor calls N.L. fish plant fire during hurricane-force winds 'a perfect storm'

St. Mary’s Mayor Steve Ryan describes Tuesday night’s events as “a perfect storm.” The town's fish plant had burned down in the middle of a storm that brought hurricane-force winds. Those weather conditions are expected to continue through Wednesday.
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Mayor calls N.L. fish plant fire during hurricane-force winds 'a perfect storm'

St. Mary’s Mayor Steve Ryan describes Tuesday night’s events as “a perfect storm.” The town's fish plant had burned down in the middle of a storm that brought hurricane-force winds. Those weather conditions are expected to continue through Wednesday.

B.C. premier, First Nations call on feds to continue oil tanker ban

B.C. Premier David Eby stood with members of numerous First Nations from B.C.’s northern coast on Wednesday to support and sign a declaration that asks Ottawa to continue a moratorium on oil tankers in the province’s northern waters.
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B.C. premier, First Nations call on feds to continue oil tanker ban

B.C. Premier David Eby stood with members of numerous First Nations from B.C.’s northern coast on Wednesday to support and sign a declaration that asks Ottawa to continue a moratorium on oil tankers in the province’s northern waters.

Thousands of Alberta nursing care staff vote in favour of strike

Nursing care staff represented by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees have voted 98 per cent in favour of strike action in a vote this week. 
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Thousands of Alberta nursing care staff vote in favour of strike

Nursing care staff represented by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees have voted 98 per cent in favour of strike action in a vote this week. 

New national emergency alert system proposed in federal budget

The federal budget is proposing more than $55 million for a new national emergency alert system, making good on a recommendation from the committee that examined the 2020 mass shooting in Nova Scotia.
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New national emergency alert system proposed in federal budget

The federal budget is proposing more than $55 million for a new national emergency alert system, making good on a recommendation from the committee that examined the 2020 mass shooting in Nova Scotia.

Federal budget charts difficult path out of current crisis — with small margin of error

The 2025 federal budget plots a path for the Canadian economy to emerge from the current crisis. But it also highlights just how deep a hole the economy is in right now and how small the margin for error is as Canada navigates the perils of a trade war.
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Federal budget charts difficult path out of current crisis — with small margin of error

The 2025 federal budget plots a path for the Canadian economy to emerge from the current crisis. But it also highlights just how deep a hole the economy is in right now and how small the margin for error is as Canada navigates the perils of a trade war.

Canadian athletes on outside as Carney government's 1st budget sees no new sports funding

Canada’s summer and winter Olympians, along with other athletes, were left on the outside during Tuesday’s budget announcement by the federal government, despite a push in recent months by the Canadian Olympic Committee and national sport organizations fo
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Canadian athletes on outside as Carney government's 1st budget sees no new sports funding

Canada’s summer and winter Olympians, along with other athletes, were left on the outside during Tuesday’s budget announcement by the federal government, despite a push in recent months by the Canadian Olympic Committee and national sport organizations for more resources.

Budget touts $81.8B defence investment as a sovereignty 'blueprint' but offers only rough fiscal sketches

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first budget delivers a historic investment in defence and the defence industry. But the fiscal plan is light on specifics on how and when the roughly $81.8 billion will be spent.
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Budget touts $81.8B defence investment as a sovereignty 'blueprint' but offers only rough fiscal sketches

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first budget delivers a historic investment in defence and the defence industry. But the fiscal plan is light on specifics on how and when the roughly $81.8 billion will be spent.

Waves could reach 12 metres high on N.L. south coast as heavy winds, rain persist

CBC meteorologist Ashley Brauweiler warns of a storm surge from the Burin Peninsula to the southern Avalon that could bring waves as high as 12 metres breaking along the shore.
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Waves could reach 12 metres high on N.L. south coast as heavy winds, rain persist

CBC meteorologist Ashley Brauweiler warns of a storm surge from the Burin Peninsula to the southern Avalon that could bring waves as high as 12 metres breaking along the shore.

Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont resigns from Conservative caucus to join the Liberals

Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont resigned from the Conservative caucus Tuesday — and he's joining the Liberals.
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Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont resigns from Conservative caucus to join the Liberals

Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont resigned from the Conservative caucus Tuesday — and he's joining the Liberals.

Food prices in Canada keep climbing, but these grocery items will give you sticker shock

Shoppers paid four per cent more at the grocery store in September. Here's what food items cost the most, and why.
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Food prices in Canada keep climbing, but these grocery items will give you sticker shock

Shoppers paid four per cent more at the grocery store in September. Here's what food items cost the most, and why.

Federal budget expected to chart a course to meet NATO's 5% spending target

What will rearming the Canadian military look like? We could get a clearer in Tuesday's federal budget. At least one defence expert says the Liberal government has made a lot of vague promises and there's a need for specifics on programs like the multi-billio
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Federal budget expected to chart a course to meet NATO's 5% spending target

What will rearming the Canadian military look like? We could get a clearer in Tuesday's federal budget. At least one defence expert says the Liberal government has made a lot of vague promises and there's a need for specifics on programs like the multi-billion dollar submarine replacement plan.

Yukon Party projected to win majority in territorial election

Currie Dixon's Yukon Party is projected to win a majority government in Monday's territorial election, marking the party's return to government after nine years in opposition.
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Yukon Party projected to win majority in territorial election

Currie Dixon's Yukon Party is projected to win a majority government in Monday's territorial election, marking the party's return to government after nine years in opposition.

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