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The world is struggling with plastic pollution — Canada is no exception

Canada is hosting 176 countries in Ottawa for a conference aimed at making progress toward a global treaty on plastic waste.

Canada's foreign student push 'mismatched' job market, data shows

Canada’s recruitment of international students has tilted strongly toward filling spots in business programs, while doing little to meet the demand for workers in health care and the skilled trades, according to a CBC News analysis of federal data.
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Canada's foreign student push 'mismatched' job market, data shows

Canada’s recruitment of international students has tilted strongly toward filling spots in business programs, while doing little to meet the demand for workers in health care and the skilled trades, according to a CBC News analysis of federal data.

Ontario man frustrated after $3,500 paving job leaves driveway in shambles

An Ontario man considering having his driveway paved received a quote from a company for $7,000, but then, another paver in the neighbourhood knocked on his door and offered half that rate.
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Ontario man frustrated after $3,500 paving job leaves driveway in shambles

An Ontario man considering having his driveway paved received a quote from a company for $7,000, but then, another paver in the neighbourhood knocked on his door and offered half that rate.

Who's at your door? N.S. consumers complain about 'aggressive' company selling water systems

The provincial government will decide in the coming weeks whether to cancel or suspend Atlantic Environmental Systems’ permit, after receiving a series of complaints. It comes after the door-to-door company’s licence was pulled in P.E.I. last August for h
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Who's at your door? N.S. consumers complain about 'aggressive' company selling water systems

The provincial government will decide in the coming weeks whether to cancel or suspend Atlantic Environmental Systems’ permit, after receiving a series of complaints. It comes after the door-to-door company’s licence was pulled in P.E.I. last August for high pressure sales tactics and targeting vulnerable seniors.

Turnbull nets a pair as Toronto blanks Minnesota in landmark PWHL playoff game

Blayre Turnbull scored two goals to lead Toronto to a 4-0 win over Minnesota in the first-ever Professional Women's Hockey League playoff game on Wednesday night.
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Turnbull nets a pair as Toronto blanks Minnesota in landmark PWHL playoff game

Blayre Turnbull scored two goals to lead Toronto to a 4-0 win over Minnesota in the first-ever Professional Women's Hockey League playoff game on Wednesday night.

Their dad died but Toronto police didn't tell them. They want to make sure it doesn't happen to anyone else

Eleven days after Douglas Taylor had died, Toronto police still hadn't told any next of kin of his death. Only when Taylor's son went to check on him and found the police seal on the door did they find out what had happened. The family still has unanswered qu
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Their dad died but Toronto police didn't tell them. They want to make sure it doesn't happen to anyone else

Eleven days after Douglas Taylor had died, Toronto police still hadn't told any next of kin of his death. Only when Taylor's son went to check on him and found the police seal on the door did they find out what had happened. The family still has unanswered questions about why police didn't notify them, a situation that has made the grieving process even more difficult.

Canada's foreign student push 'mismatched' job market, data show

Canada’s recruitment of international students has tilted strongly toward filling spots in business programs, while doing little to meet the demand for workers in health care and the skilled trades, according to a CBC News analysis of federal data.
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Canada's foreign student push 'mismatched' job market, data show

Canada’s recruitment of international students has tilted strongly toward filling spots in business programs, while doing little to meet the demand for workers in health care and the skilled trades, according to a CBC News analysis of federal data.

Actions of man who killed 4 Indigenous women 'purposeful and racially motivated,' Crown argues as trial begins

Prosecutors say a confessed serial killer preyed on vulnerable Indigenous women at Winnipeg homeless shelters before killing four in 2022 and throwing their remains in the garbage.
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Actions of man who killed 4 Indigenous women 'purposeful and racially motivated,' Crown argues as trial begins

Prosecutors say a confessed serial killer preyed on vulnerable Indigenous women at Winnipeg homeless shelters before killing four in 2022 and throwing their remains in the garbage.

Trucker's body found in trailer in Newfoundland after failed police search in Ontario

Ontario Provincial Police are facing tough questions about their search for a missing Newfoundland trucker whose rig was found two weeks ago in Ontario, then sent back to Newfoundland, where his body was found Monday in the trailer.
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Trucker's body found in trailer in Newfoundland after failed police search in Ontario

Ontario Provincial Police are facing tough questions about their search for a missing Newfoundland trucker whose rig was found two weeks ago in Ontario, then sent back to Newfoundland, where his body was found Monday in the trailer.

Blind Sask. boy heading to international braille competition hopes to increase accessibility for visually impaired

A Saskatchewan boy who qualified for an international braille competition in Los Angeles next month hopes he can inspire change in his home province.
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Blind Sask. boy heading to international braille competition hopes to increase accessibility for visually impaired

A Saskatchewan boy who qualified for an international braille competition in Los Angeles next month hopes he can inspire change in his home province.

B.C. drug user advocates warn decriminalization change may cause more drug deaths

Health Canada's decision to allow British Columbia to again prohibit the use of illicit drugs in most public spaces will cause more deaths, the executive director of the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users says.
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B.C. drug user advocates warn decriminalization change may cause more drug deaths

Health Canada's decision to allow British Columbia to again prohibit the use of illicit drugs in most public spaces will cause more deaths, the executive director of the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users says.

Exhaust sparks likely caused train cars to go up in flames before rolling through London, Ont., TSB says

Sparks caused by a locomotive's exhaust system likely started the sequence of events that ended in flaming train cars barrelling through downtown London, Ont., in late April, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada says.
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Exhaust sparks likely caused train cars to go up in flames before rolling through London, Ont., TSB says

Sparks caused by a locomotive's exhaust system likely started the sequence of events that ended in flaming train cars barrelling through downtown London, Ont., in late April, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada says.

Jeremy Skibicki acted out of hatred when he killed 4 Indigenous women, Crown argues as trial begins

A Crown prosecutor has told court the man who killed four women in Winnipeg staked out homeless shelters and targeted vulnerable, Indigenous victims.
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Jeremy Skibicki acted out of hatred when he killed 4 Indigenous women, Crown argues as trial begins

A Crown prosecutor has told court the man who killed four women in Winnipeg staked out homeless shelters and targeted vulnerable, Indigenous victims.

'I killed four people': Trial hears video evidence of Jeremy Skibicki at Winnipeg trial

“I killed four people,” alleged serial killer Jeremy Skibicki told two homicide detectives during a recorded interview played as evidence in his trial Wednesday.
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'I killed four people': Trial hears video evidence of Jeremy Skibicki at Winnipeg trial

“I killed four people,” alleged serial killer Jeremy Skibicki told two homicide detectives during a recorded interview played as evidence in his trial Wednesday.

Drought signs raise fears of another fish die-off in B.C. rivers

Scientists worry climate change and the threat of another year of drought could have further dire consequences for populations of salmon, trout and other fish in B.C.
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Drought signs raise fears of another fish die-off in B.C. rivers

Scientists worry climate change and the threat of another year of drought could have further dire consequences for populations of salmon, trout and other fish in B.C.

Federal unions pledge to fight government's latest in-office work mandate

Several public service unions are putting together formal complaints arguing that by mandating federal public servants return to offices at least three days a week in September, the federal government is undermining collective agreements.
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Federal unions pledge to fight government's latest in-office work mandate

Several public service unions are putting together formal complaints arguing that by mandating federal public servants return to offices at least three days a week in September, the federal government is undermining collective agreements.

Hundreds of charges laid in OPP child sexual abuse investigation

Ontario Provincial Police revealed what the service is calling the «staggering results» of a series of investigations into online child sexual abuse and exploitation Wednesday.
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Hundreds of charges laid in OPP child sexual abuse investigation

Ontario Provincial Police revealed what the service is calling the «staggering results» of a series of investigations into online child sexual abuse and exploitation Wednesday.

First Nation protest camp in northern Alberta served with court injunction

An injunction has been granted against a northern Alberta camp established by a First Nation to protest drilling operations on its traditional lands.
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First Nation protest camp in northern Alberta served with court injunction

An injunction has been granted against a northern Alberta camp established by a First Nation to protest drilling operations on its traditional lands.

Quebec soccer clubs use role-playing to prepare referees for abusive encounters

With each viral video showing parents, fans, players or coaches verbally or physically abusing referees online, the focus on these interactions grows. To deal with that abuse, clubs like CS Saint-Laurent now include role-playing scenarios in their referee tra
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Quebec soccer clubs use role-playing to prepare referees for abusive encounters

With each viral video showing parents, fans, players or coaches verbally or physically abusing referees online, the focus on these interactions grows. To deal with that abuse, clubs like CS Saint-Laurent now include role-playing scenarios in their referee training.

Mother collecting helmets for Manitoba First Nations to honour daughter’s legacy

A grieving mother is hosting a helmet drive in the hopes of protecting children on Manitoba First Nations from a similar tragedy that killed her daughter.
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Mother collecting helmets for Manitoba First Nations to honour daughter’s legacy

A grieving mother is hosting a helmet drive in the hopes of protecting children on Manitoba First Nations from a similar tragedy that killed her daughter.

Toronto police seek suspect vehicle after security guard shot outside Drake's mansion

Toronto police are seeking help from the public as they continue to investigate a shooting that seriously injured a security guard outside rapper Drake's mansion.
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Toronto police seek suspect vehicle after security guard shot outside Drake's mansion

Toronto police are seeking help from the public as they continue to investigate a shooting that seriously injured a security guard outside rapper Drake's mansion.

Trial begins for Winnipeg serial killer who claims he was mentally ill

The trial of a man who admits he killed four women in Winnipeg is set to begin Wednesday, and a law professor says lawyers for Jeremy Skibicki have multiple hurdles to clear for a defence of mental illness.
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Trial begins for Winnipeg serial killer who claims he was mentally ill

The trial of a man who admits he killed four women in Winnipeg is set to begin Wednesday, and a law professor says lawyers for Jeremy Skibicki have multiple hurdles to clear for a defence of mental illness.

'Summer of discontent': Federal unions vow to fight new 3-day a week office mandate

Federal unions are launching legal challenges and encouraging public sector workers to file «tens of thousands» of grievances over the new mandate requiring federal workers to return to the office at least three days a week in the fall.
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'Summer of discontent': Federal unions vow to fight new 3-day a week office mandate

Federal unions are launching legal challenges and encouraging public sector workers to file «tens of thousands» of grievances over the new mandate requiring federal workers to return to the office at least three days a week in the fall.

Ontario Provincial Police arrest 64 suspects in child sexual exploitation investigation

Ontario Provincial Police say 64 suspects are facing a combined 348 charges in connection with a series of child sexual exploitation investigations that spanned the province.
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Ontario Provincial Police arrest 64 suspects in child sexual exploitation investigation

Ontario Provincial Police say 64 suspects are facing a combined 348 charges in connection with a series of child sexual exploitation investigations that spanned the province.

Messy gaps for some clients, landlords in Ottawa's housing first strategy

Some landlords in Ottawa are raising alarm bells about the city’s housing first program. They say some tenants aren't getting the proper support from housing agencies and damages are piling up.
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Messy gaps for some clients, landlords in Ottawa's housing first strategy

Some landlords in Ottawa are raising alarm bells about the city’s housing first program. They say some tenants aren't getting the proper support from housing agencies and damages are piling up.

Hours on hold and endless queues: Canadians still grappling with poor passport service

Canadians routinely wait hours on the phone and in person when dealing with Passport Canada, and it's left some people fed up with the quality of customer service.
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Hours on hold and endless queues: Canadians still grappling with poor passport service

Canadians routinely wait hours on the phone and in person when dealing with Passport Canada, and it's left some people fed up with the quality of customer service.

Polyamorous relationships are on the rise in Canada. The law is still catching up

You can have more than one friend at a time. You can love multiple family members. What's the difference if you're in a meaningful, consensual romantic relationship with more than one person at once? That's the philosophy behind polyamorous relationships
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Polyamorous relationships are on the rise in Canada. The law is still catching up

You can have more than one friend at a time. You can love multiple family members. What's the difference if you're in a meaningful, consensual romantic relationship with more than one person at once? That's the philosophy behind polyamorous relationships, and a new report says they're on the rise.

Alleged serial killer's video confession to be revealed in Winnipeg courtroom

Jeremy Skibicki unexpectedly confessed to killing three more women in Winnipeg during a lengthy police interrogation as he was grilled about the discovered remains of Rebecca Contois in 2022.
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Alleged serial killer's video confession to be revealed in Winnipeg courtroom

Jeremy Skibicki unexpectedly confessed to killing three more women in Winnipeg during a lengthy police interrogation as he was grilled about the discovered remains of Rebecca Contois in 2022.

Woman's Canadian citizenship revoked after 32 years amid 'error'

The federal government has cancelled an Ajax, Ont., woman's Canadian citizenship over an error it said it made more than 30 years ago — forcing her to pay hundreds of dollars in a bid to get it back.
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Woman's Canadian citizenship revoked after 32 years amid 'error'

The federal government has cancelled an Ajax, Ont., woman's Canadian citizenship over an error it said it made more than 30 years ago — forcing her to pay hundreds of dollars in a bid to get it back.

Most of Canada to receive emergency alert test today

The federal government will test its capacity to issue emergency alerts today, with the exception of Ontario, where the test will take place on May 15.
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Most of Canada to receive emergency alert test today

The federal government will test its capacity to issue emergency alerts today, with the exception of Ontario, where the test will take place on May 15.

City of Ottawa will fly Israeli flag at City Hall on May 14 but won't hold flag raising ceremony

The flag of Israel will fly at Ottawa City Hall on May 14 to mark the country's Independence Day, but the City of Ottawa says it will not hold the customary flag-raising ceremony due to concerns about public safety.
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City of Ottawa will fly Israeli flag at City Hall on May 14 but won't hold flag raising ceremony

The flag of Israel will fly at Ottawa City Hall on May 14 to mark the country's Independence Day, but the City of Ottawa says it will not hold the customary flag-raising ceremony due to concerns about public safety.

Military judge orders suspended jail sentence, $3K fine for B.C. sailor who stole from shipmates

A former Canadian navy sailor was handed a $3,000 fine and a suspended jail sentence Tuesday after pleading guilty to stealing thousands of dollars from his shipmates aboard a Pacific fleet frigate.
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Military judge orders suspended jail sentence, $3K fine for B.C. sailor who stole from shipmates

A former Canadian navy sailor was handed a $3,000 fine and a suspended jail sentence Tuesday after pleading guilty to stealing thousands of dollars from his shipmates aboard a Pacific fleet frigate.

Alcohol believed to be a factor in boating incident after 2 men die: N.S. RCMP

Two Nova Scotia men are dead after a boat they were travelling in sank in the Annapolis River in Granville Centre, N.S., on Monday.
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Alcohol believed to be a factor in boating incident after 2 men die: N.S. RCMP

Two Nova Scotia men are dead after a boat they were travelling in sank in the Annapolis River in Granville Centre, N.S., on Monday.

3 accused in Nijjar killing make first court appearance in B.C.

Three Indian nationals accused of murdering Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar have appeared by video in a British Columbia court, with scores of Sikh community members inside and outside the hearing.
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3 accused in Nijjar killing make first court appearance in B.C.

Three Indian nationals accused of murdering Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar have appeared by video in a British Columbia court, with scores of Sikh community members inside and outside the hearing.

Jeremy Skibicki has 'uphill battle' to prove he's not criminally responsible in Winnipeg killings: legal analysts

Accused killer Jeremy Skibicki could have a challenging time convincing a judge that he is not criminally responsible for the deaths of four Indigenous women, a legal analyst says.
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Jeremy Skibicki has 'uphill battle' to prove he's not criminally responsible in Winnipeg killings: legal analysts

Accused killer Jeremy Skibicki could have a challenging time convincing a judge that he is not criminally responsible for the deaths of four Indigenous women, a legal analyst says.

Crown, defence present closing arguments for N.L. lawyer accused of sexual assault

The trial of a Newfoundland lawyer accused of sexual assault ended Tuesday with his defence team alleging the complainant lied under oath, while the prosecution said her memory lapses were understandable.
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Crown, defence present closing arguments for N.L. lawyer accused of sexual assault

The trial of a Newfoundland lawyer accused of sexual assault ended Tuesday with his defence team alleging the complainant lied under oath, while the prosecution said her memory lapses were understandable.

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