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Judge 'very concerned' after accused Calgary serial rapist derails trial again by firing of lawyer

The trial for a man accused of raping vulnerable women in and around the Calgary area has been derailed after he fired his lawyer a second time.

Suspicious fire in toilet paper aisle of B.C. superstore under investigation

A Real Canadian Superstore in B.C.'s Fraser Valley was evacuated Tuesday night due to a «suspicious» fire in the toilet paper aisle, according to authorities.
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Suspicious fire in toilet paper aisle of B.C. superstore under investigation

A Real Canadian Superstore in B.C.'s Fraser Valley was evacuated Tuesday night due to a «suspicious» fire in the toilet paper aisle, according to authorities.

Semi-truck hauling cattle rolls over in Calgary leaving 17 cows dead: police

Speed was a possible factor in a Tuesday night rollover involving a semi-truck that left 17 cows dead. In a news release Wednesday, Calgary police said officers were called to the area of Stoney Trail S.E. and Macleod Trail S.E. around 8:10 p.m. for a reporte
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Semi-truck hauling cattle rolls over in Calgary leaving 17 cows dead: police

Speed was a possible factor in a Tuesday night rollover involving a semi-truck that left 17 cows dead. In a news release Wednesday, Calgary police said officers were called to the area of Stoney Trail S.E. and Macleod Trail S.E. around 8:10 p.m. for a reported rollover involving a semi-truck carrying 95 cattle.

Abdelrazik tells of despair when Ottawa denied him passport to return home from Sudan

Abousfian Abdelrazik told a court Wednesday about the roller-coaster of emotions he experienced during the tense days of early 2009 when he awaited the green light to return to Canada from Sudan.
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Abdelrazik tells of despair when Ottawa denied him passport to return home from Sudan

Abousfian Abdelrazik told a court Wednesday about the roller-coaster of emotions he experienced during the tense days of early 2009 when he awaited the green light to return to Canada from Sudan.

Use of force by B.C. RCMP officers raises 'concern' but won't lead to criminal charges

Two B.C. RCMP officers won’t face criminal charges for their use for force that left a man who had been arrested for public intoxication with a concussion, a torn shoulder and a chunk of his hair missing – but they could face professional discipline.
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Use of force by B.C. RCMP officers raises 'concern' but won't lead to criminal charges

Two B.C. RCMP officers won’t face criminal charges for their use for force that left a man who had been arrested for public intoxication with a concussion, a torn shoulder and a chunk of his hair missing – but they could face professional discipline.

Montreal man detained in Sudan in the 2000s says Ottawa denied him passport to return home

Abousfian Abdelrazik told a court today about the roller-coaster of emotions he experienced during the tense days of early 2009 when he awaited the green light to return to Canada from Sudan.
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Montreal man detained in Sudan in the 2000s says Ottawa denied him passport to return home

Abousfian Abdelrazik told a court today about the roller-coaster of emotions he experienced during the tense days of early 2009 when he awaited the green light to return to Canada from Sudan.

New Brunswick premier-designate Susan Holt plans to change gender-identity policy for schools

Premier-designate Susan Holt says she will adopt the gender-identity school policy recommended by New Brunswick's child and youth advocate Kelly Lamrock when the Liberals take charge of government.
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New Brunswick premier-designate Susan Holt plans to change gender-identity policy for schools

Premier-designate Susan Holt says she will adopt the gender-identity school policy recommended by New Brunswick's child and youth advocate Kelly Lamrock when the Liberals take charge of government.

People were stealing golf carts around Ontario. Now police have made a bust

The mystery of golf carts disappearing from Ontario courses has been largely solved. York regional police have charged multiple people with trafficking and theft after an investigation that started in the summer.
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People were stealing golf carts around Ontario. Now police have made a bust

The mystery of golf carts disappearing from Ontario courses has been largely solved. York regional police have charged multiple people with trafficking and theft after an investigation that started in the summer.

'Things are very hard here': Popular Toronto crossing guard asks community for help finding work

He is a familiar face to residents of a neighbourhood just west of Roncesvalles Avenue.
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'Things are very hard here': Popular Toronto crossing guard asks community for help finding work

He is a familiar face to residents of a neighbourhood just west of Roncesvalles Avenue.

CEO of N.B. potato chip company taking 'extended leave of absence' after arrest

The president and CEO of New Brunswick-based Covered Bridge Potato Chips is taking an 'extended leave of absence' after being charged with domestic violence this past weekend.
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CEO of N.B. potato chip company taking 'extended leave of absence' after arrest

The president and CEO of New Brunswick-based Covered Bridge Potato Chips is taking an 'extended leave of absence' after being charged with domestic violence this past weekend.

How a clothes donation bin company passed itself off as a charity, while donated items were put up for sale

In part two of a four-part investigation into the seedy underbelly of the lucrative clothing donation bin industry, CTV W5 uses trackers tp reveal a for-profit operation masquerading as a charity.
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How a clothes donation bin company passed itself off as a charity, while donated items were put up for sale

In part two of a four-part investigation into the seedy underbelly of the lucrative clothing donation bin industry, CTV W5 uses trackers tp reveal a for-profit operation masquerading as a charity.

'Canadians can breathe a sigh of relief': Bank of Canada Governor on interest rate cut

The Bank of Canada made a sizable cut to its key lending rate Wednesday from 4.25 per cent to 3.75 per cent as the global economy continues to expand. The half percentage point cut is the fourth rate cut in a row by the central bank as inflation dropped from
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'Canadians can breathe a sigh of relief': Bank of Canada Governor on interest rate cut

The Bank of Canada made a sizable cut to its key lending rate Wednesday from 4.25 per cent to 3.75 per cent as the global economy continues to expand. The half percentage point cut is the fourth rate cut in a row by the central bank as inflation dropped from 2.7 per cent in June to 1.6 per cent in September.

Second federal union calls for Commons committee to investigate 3-day a week office mandate

The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada is now joining the Canadian Association of Public Employees (CAPE) in calling on the Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates to conduct a "thorough investigation.
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Second federal union calls for Commons committee to investigate 3-day a week office mandate

The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada is now joining the Canadian Association of Public Employees (CAPE) in calling on the Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates to conduct a "thorough investigation.

Interest rate drops to 3.75% as Bank of Canada makes another cut

The Bank of Canada made a sizable cut to its key lending rate Wednesday from 4.25 per cent to 3.75 per cent as the global economy continues to expand. The half percentage point cut is the fourth rate cut in a row by the central bank as inflation dropped from
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Interest rate drops to 3.75% as Bank of Canada makes another cut

The Bank of Canada made a sizable cut to its key lending rate Wednesday from 4.25 per cent to 3.75 per cent as the global economy continues to expand. The half percentage point cut is the fourth rate cut in a row by the central bank as inflation dropped from 2.7 per cent in June to 1.6 per cent in September.

More than 10 million Canadians living in homes with 'high radon,' report says

A new report suggests that Canadians' exposure to a radioactive gas is increasing, putting millions of people at a higher risk of developing lung cancer.
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More than 10 million Canadians living in homes with 'high radon,' report says

A new report suggests that Canadians' exposure to a radioactive gas is increasing, putting millions of people at a higher risk of developing lung cancer.

'We all got through it': Canadian family stuck in Cuba recalls ordeal amid massive blackout

Ellen Francis says she and her family were having a great time at one of Cuba's famously stunning beaches and exploring the popular tourist town of Varadero when the situation turned into something like a scary movie.
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'We all got through it': Canadian family stuck in Cuba recalls ordeal amid massive blackout

Ellen Francis says she and her family were having a great time at one of Cuba's famously stunning beaches and exploring the popular tourist town of Varadero when the situation turned into something like a scary movie.

Sask. Indigenous leaders want members to vote; others say they shouldn't in colonial systems

Most Indigenous people in Canada weren't allowed to vote in provincial and federal elections until 1960 — a little over 60 years ago. While many now exercise that right, others choose not to take part in what they consider colonial systems.
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Sask. Indigenous leaders want members to vote; others say they shouldn't in colonial systems

Most Indigenous people in Canada weren't allowed to vote in provincial and federal elections until 1960 — a little over 60 years ago. While many now exercise that right, others choose not to take part in what they consider colonial systems.

N.L. woman takes home world record in deadlifting

One of the world's best powerlifters is from Newfoundland and Labrador. Stef Kean achieved her second world record in powerlifting in October while competing at the Commonwealth Championships in Africa.
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N.L. woman takes home world record in deadlifting

One of the world's best powerlifters is from Newfoundland and Labrador. Stef Kean achieved her second world record in powerlifting in October while competing at the Commonwealth Championships in Africa.

Hear from one of the Liberal MPs who signed a letter calling for the PM to step aside

A group of Liberal MPs plan to ask the prime minister to resign at Wednesday's caucus meeting. Power & Politics speaks to Ken McDonald, one of the MPs behind the calls to oust Trudeau.
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Hear from one of the Liberal MPs who signed a letter calling for the PM to step aside

A group of Liberal MPs plan to ask the prime minister to resign at Wednesday's caucus meeting. Power & Politics speaks to Ken McDonald, one of the MPs behind the calls to oust Trudeau.

How an 11-year fence feud ballooned into $43K in tax bills and multiple lawsuits

Two Ottawa families say they've been haunted by bills for more than a decade after the City of Ottawa tore down their fence and invoiced them. Today, that fence dispute has turned into multiple lawsuits and more than $43,000 in ever-growing penalties.
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How an 11-year fence feud ballooned into $43K in tax bills and multiple lawsuits

Two Ottawa families say they've been haunted by bills for more than a decade after the City of Ottawa tore down their fence and invoiced them. Today, that fence dispute has turned into multiple lawsuits and more than $43,000 in ever-growing penalties.

No Canadians in Cuba have requested consular assistance, Global Affairs says

None of the more than 1,600 Canadians currently registered in Cuba have requested consular assistance in returning to Canada, Global Affairs Canada confirmed to CTVNews.ca.
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No Canadians in Cuba have requested consular assistance, Global Affairs says

None of the more than 1,600 Canadians currently registered in Cuba have requested consular assistance in returning to Canada, Global Affairs Canada confirmed to CTVNews.ca.

B.C. premier says atmospheric river death toll could rise as third fatality confirmed

Mounties in British Columbia say a second person has been found dead after two vehicles ended up in a river on Vancouver Island when a road washed out amid torrential rains over the weekend.
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B.C. premier says atmospheric river death toll could rise as third fatality confirmed

Mounties in British Columbia say a second person has been found dead after two vehicles ended up in a river on Vancouver Island when a road washed out amid torrential rains over the weekend.

Cooldown expected across Canada before above-seasonal temperatures return

Canada is getting served a smorgasbord of weather this week. The West saw its first sign of winter, while the eastern half of Canada experienced summer-like temperatures on Tuesday.
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Cooldown expected across Canada before above-seasonal temperatures return

Canada is getting served a smorgasbord of weather this week. The West saw its first sign of winter, while the eastern half of Canada experienced summer-like temperatures on Tuesday.

'Prayers are needed': Father and children who suffered severe burns in Springfield, Ont. fire undergo surgery

A father and his two children who suffered severe burns in a Springfield, Ont. house fire have undergone surgery.
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'Prayers are needed': Father and children who suffered severe burns in Springfield, Ont. fire undergo surgery

A father and his two children who suffered severe burns in a Springfield, Ont. house fire have undergone surgery.

B.C.'s highest court hands down decision in inflatable hot tub dispute

British Columbia's highest court has weighed in on a dispute over an inflatable hot tub a couple set up on their condo's patio – potentially bringing a close to the years-long conflict.
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B.C.'s highest court hands down decision in inflatable hot tub dispute

British Columbia's highest court has weighed in on a dispute over an inflatable hot tub a couple set up on their condo's patio – potentially bringing a close to the years-long conflict.

Families want inquiry after 9 police-involved Indigenous deaths

A group of Black and Indigenous women say they want a national public inquiry into a recent spate of police-involved deaths after nine Indigenous people were killed in interactions with police in August and September.
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Families want inquiry after 9 police-involved Indigenous deaths

A group of Black and Indigenous women say they want a national public inquiry into a recent spate of police-involved deaths after nine Indigenous people were killed in interactions with police in August and September.

Ex-student attacked University of Waterloo gender-studies class to 'instil fear,' sentencing hearing told

Federal prosecutors at the sentencing hearing of a former student who went on a stabbing rampage at the University of Waterloo in southern Ontario last year told court on Tuesday that his actions were ideologically motivated.
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Ex-student attacked University of Waterloo gender-studies class to 'instil fear,' sentencing hearing told

Federal prosecutors at the sentencing hearing of a former student who went on a stabbing rampage at the University of Waterloo in southern Ontario last year told court on Tuesday that his actions were ideologically motivated.

Are Listeria recalls on the rise or are we just hearing more about them?

Consumers in Canada are being told to check their freezers after hundreds of frozen waffle products were recalled for fears of a possible Listeria contamination. The voluntary recall was just the latest in a string of listeria-related recalls in North America
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Are Listeria recalls on the rise or are we just hearing more about them?

Consumers in Canada are being told to check their freezers after hundreds of frozen waffle products were recalled for fears of a possible Listeria contamination. The voluntary recall was just the latest in a string of listeria-related recalls in North America.

Minister suspends licences of 11 teachers at Montreal's Bedford school after allegations of mistreatment

Quebec Premier Francois Legault promised on Tuesday to toughen secularism measures in schools, saying he was 'shocked' by revelations about a Montreal public school where a group of teachers had tried to introduce what the premier described as 'Islamist' beli
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Minister suspends licences of 11 teachers at Montreal's Bedford school after allegations of mistreatment

Quebec Premier Francois Legault promised on Tuesday to toughen secularism measures in schools, saying he was 'shocked' by revelations about a Montreal public school where a group of teachers had tried to introduce what the premier described as 'Islamist' beliefs.

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