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Ontario to match GST holiday by removing provincial sales tax on some items

Ontario says it will match the federal government’s two-month GST holiday by removing provincial sales tax (PST) from items that are not currently covered by existing provincial rebates.

Lawyer argues Robert Miller could have up to 100 alleged victims in class-action application

A Quebec judge is hearing arguments this week in a class-action lawsuit application against Montreal billionaire Robert Miller over allegations he paid minors for sex.
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Lawyer argues Robert Miller could have up to 100 alleged victims in class-action application

A Quebec judge is hearing arguments this week in a class-action lawsuit application against Montreal billionaire Robert Miller over allegations he paid minors for sex.

P.E.I. considering automatic roadside penalties for impaired driving

P.E.I.'s attorney general says the province is considering automatic roadside penalties for people who are caught driving impaired by alcohol or drugs.
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P.E.I. considering automatic roadside penalties for impaired driving

P.E.I.'s attorney general says the province is considering automatic roadside penalties for people who are caught driving impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Guilbeault warns of violation of federal law as Alberta heats up Sovereignty Act challenge

A battle over jurisdictional authority continued to heat up Wednesday, as federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault insisted an element of Alberta's pushback to Ottawa's oil and gas cap could land companies in hot water.
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Guilbeault warns of violation of federal law as Alberta heats up Sovereignty Act challenge

A battle over jurisdictional authority continued to heat up Wednesday, as federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault insisted an element of Alberta's pushback to Ottawa's oil and gas cap could land companies in hot water.

Winnipeg couple charged with killing animals also discussed intent to torture a child, police allege

A Winnipeg couple charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty are now also charged with bestiality, child pornography offences and for planning to torture a child.
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Winnipeg couple charged with killing animals also discussed intent to torture a child, police allege

A Winnipeg couple charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty are now also charged with bestiality, child pornography offences and for planning to torture a child.

Inuit Nunangat University one step closer to becoming a reality

On Wednesday, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, the national organization representing Inuit in Canada, unveiled its plans to build a university on traditional Inuit lands.
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Inuit Nunangat University one step closer to becoming a reality

On Wednesday, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, the national organization representing Inuit in Canada, unveiled its plans to build a university on traditional Inuit lands.

Montreal billionaire Robert Miller could have as many as 100 victims, lawyer says

A Quebec judge is hearing arguments this week in a class-action lawsuit application against Montreal billionaire Robert Miller over allegations he paid minors for sex.
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Montreal billionaire Robert Miller could have as many as 100 victims, lawyer says

A Quebec judge is hearing arguments this week in a class-action lawsuit application against Montreal billionaire Robert Miller over allegations he paid minors for sex.

Boeing plane makes emergency landing at Montreal's Mirabel airport after landing gear malfunction

No injuries were reported after a Boeing 737 was forced to divert to Mirabel airport after the aircraft experienced a technical issue with the landing gear.
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Boeing plane makes emergency landing at Montreal's Mirabel airport after landing gear malfunction

No injuries were reported after a Boeing 737 was forced to divert to Mirabel airport after the aircraft experienced a technical issue with the landing gear.

Liberals' promise of GST break, $250 cheques in jeopardy as opponents demand costly changes

It's not clear how the Liberal government is going to salvage its plan to deliver on its promise of a GST holiday and $250 cheques for some Canadians now that some opposition parties are demanding changes that could dramatically increase the cost.
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Liberals' promise of GST break, $250 cheques in jeopardy as opponents demand costly changes

It's not clear how the Liberal government is going to salvage its plan to deliver on its promise of a GST holiday and $250 cheques for some Canadians now that some opposition parties are demanding changes that could dramatically increase the cost.

Mediation talks between Canada Post and union suspended

Negotiations have broken down between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers for the first time since a nationwide strike began.
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Mediation talks between Canada Post and union suspended

Negotiations have broken down between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers for the first time since a nationwide strike began.

One small step for Alberta town: Residents of Athabasca hope to share name with lunar rover

Residents of a northern Alberta town are over the moon that it could share its name with the first Canadian rover set to explore the dark, cold terrain of Earth's closest celestial neighbour.
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One small step for Alberta town: Residents of Athabasca hope to share name with lunar rover

Residents of a northern Alberta town are over the moon that it could share its name with the first Canadian rover set to explore the dark, cold terrain of Earth's closest celestial neighbour.

'Grassroots campaign' in support of Canada's oil and gas industry is spending big bucks on anti-carbon tax ads

The Investigative Journalism Foundation (IJF) analyzed social media advertising over the last year to see who is echoing Poilievre's «axe the tax» mantra. Apart from politicians and political parties, the biggest spender is an outfit most Canadian
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'Grassroots campaign' in support of Canada's oil and gas industry is spending big bucks on anti-carbon tax ads

The Investigative Journalism Foundation (IJF) analyzed social media advertising over the last year to see who is echoing Poilievre's «axe the tax» mantra. Apart from politicians and political parties, the biggest spender is an outfit most Canadians have never heard of.

Canada's 988 suicide prevention line taking around 1,000 calls a day and saving lives, service says

As the 988 national suicide prevention helpline marks its one-year anniversary, the three-digit helpline is making a difference in helping to prevent suicides, experts say.
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Canada's 988 suicide prevention line taking around 1,000 calls a day and saving lives, service says

As the 988 national suicide prevention helpline marks its one-year anniversary, the three-digit helpline is making a difference in helping to prevent suicides, experts say.

Travelling a 'similar path' brought Lebanese and Jewish communities together in small Nova Scotia town

Patti Durkee and Joe Bishara have been working for several years on an exhibit at Yarmouth's Harbourfront Museum paying tribute to the first immigrants from the Jewish and Lebanese communities who moved here at the turn of the 20th century.
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Travelling a 'similar path' brought Lebanese and Jewish communities together in small Nova Scotia town

Patti Durkee and Joe Bishara have been working for several years on an exhibit at Yarmouth's Harbourfront Museum paying tribute to the first immigrants from the Jewish and Lebanese communities who moved here at the turn of the 20th century.

Elders tell stories of Nunavik dog slaughter after federal apology decades later

Despite the loss of the way of life from the cullings, many Inuit fought to keep their language and culture alive. “Inuit never give up. Despite being left with nothing, we are survivors," one elder said.
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Elders tell stories of Nunavik dog slaughter after federal apology decades later

Despite the loss of the way of life from the cullings, many Inuit fought to keep their language and culture alive. “Inuit never give up. Despite being left with nothing, we are survivors," one elder said.

After ex's assault charges dropped, woman wants Ontario among provinces deeming domestic violence an epidemic

A Thunder Bay woman says her ex-partner was charged after allegedly trying to strangle her on three occasions, but the court case was stayed due to a lack of evidence. Now, she's urging Ontario to declare intimate partner violence an epidemic, as several othe
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After ex's assault charges dropped, woman wants Ontario among provinces deeming domestic violence an epidemic

A Thunder Bay woman says her ex-partner was charged after allegedly trying to strangle her on three occasions, but the court case was stayed due to a lack of evidence. Now, she's urging Ontario to declare intimate partner violence an epidemic, as several other provinces have. As an Ontario committee studies the bill, advocates say the problem is getting worse as a backlog of criminal court cases grows.

Meet the groups spending the most on social media ads attacking the carbon tax

The Investigative Journalism Foundation (IJF) analyzed social media advertising over the last year to see who is echoing Poilievre's «axe the tax» mantra. Apart from politicians and political parties, the biggest spender is an outfit most Canadian
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Meet the groups spending the most on social media ads attacking the carbon tax

The Investigative Journalism Foundation (IJF) analyzed social media advertising over the last year to see who is echoing Poilievre's «axe the tax» mantra. Apart from politicians and political parties, the biggest spender is an outfit most Canadians have never heard of.

Rattled by Trump's tariff threat, Canada's leaders point fingers at each other

Canadian political leaders cannot stop Donald Trump from making threats. But Canadian political leaders can control how they respond to those threats and actions. And Canadians can judge how serious those responses are.
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Rattled by Trump's tariff threat, Canada's leaders point fingers at each other

Canadian political leaders cannot stop Donald Trump from making threats. But Canadian political leaders can control how they respond to those threats and actions. And Canadians can judge how serious those responses are.

Trump's threatened tariffs would severely impact Canadian energy — if they happen

The oilpatch is reacting to Donald Trump’s threats to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods with a mix of concern and skepticism. The tariff would be devastating to the industry, experts say, though some speculate the threat is just an opening salv
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Trump's threatened tariffs would severely impact Canadian energy — if they happen

The oilpatch is reacting to Donald Trump’s threats to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods with a mix of concern and skepticism. The tariff would be devastating to the industry, experts say, though some speculate the threat is just an opening salvo in a broader negotiation.

Missing hiker found alive after more than 5 weeks in remote B.C. park

Sam Benastick was reported missing Oct. 17 after failing to return home from a 10-day trip in the remote Redfern-Keily Provincial Park, about 250 kilometres northwest of Fort St. John.
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Missing hiker found alive after more than 5 weeks in remote B.C. park

Sam Benastick was reported missing Oct. 17 after failing to return home from a 10-day trip in the remote Redfern-Keily Provincial Park, about 250 kilometres northwest of Fort St. John.

'Who profits on hunger?' Inuit send pleading emails to minister about food costs

People in Nunavut and Labrador communities are voicing their concerns over the high cost of food, with some accusing retailers of hiking prices and that federal subsidies aren't going to consumers.
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'Who profits on hunger?' Inuit send pleading emails to minister about food costs

People in Nunavut and Labrador communities are voicing their concerns over the high cost of food, with some accusing retailers of hiking prices and that federal subsidies aren't going to consumers.

$5 treaty payments won't even buy Tim Hortons meal today, says Alberta First Nation in billion-dollar lawsuit

Bearspaw First Nation in southern Alberta is suing the federal government for $1 billion in a proposed class-action lawsuit, the latest in a series of lawsuits arguing that annual payments promised in treaties should have been adjusted for inflation.
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$5 treaty payments won't even buy Tim Hortons meal today, says Alberta First Nation in billion-dollar lawsuit

Bearspaw First Nation in southern Alberta is suing the federal government for $1 billion in a proposed class-action lawsuit, the latest in a series of lawsuits arguing that annual payments promised in treaties should have been adjusted for inflation.

'Human error' and high traffic cause snafus on election day in Nova Scotia

Tuesday was election day in Nova Scotia, but not everything went according to plan. Elections Nova Scotia says “human error” is to blame for a delayed opening at one polling station and high traffic caused its website to crash.
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'Human error' and high traffic cause snafus on election day in Nova Scotia

Tuesday was election day in Nova Scotia, but not everything went according to plan. Elections Nova Scotia says “human error” is to blame for a delayed opening at one polling station and high traffic caused its website to crash.

$30K used as payment in 1990s murder-for-hire plot must be forfeited: B.C. court

A B.C. court has ordered the forfeiture of $30,000 in cash that was seized during a murder-for-hire investigation more than 30 years ago.
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$30K used as payment in 1990s murder-for-hire plot must be forfeited: B.C. court

A B.C. court has ordered the forfeiture of $30,000 in cash that was seized during a murder-for-hire investigation more than 30 years ago.

Serial killer Paul Bernardo denied parole for a third time: Key moments from today's hearing

Notorious killer Paul Bernardo has been denied parole for a third time following a hearing before the Parole Board of Canada.
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Serial killer Paul Bernardo denied parole for a third time: Key moments from today's hearing

Notorious killer Paul Bernardo has been denied parole for a third time following a hearing before the Parole Board of Canada.

Ontario proposes fast-tracking drug consumption site bill, skipping public hearings

The Ontario government is proposing to push through a bill that would close 10 supervised consumption sites without holding any public hearings, a move advocates and opposition critics say is anti-democratic.
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Ontario proposes fast-tracking drug consumption site bill, skipping public hearings

The Ontario government is proposing to push through a bill that would close 10 supervised consumption sites without holding any public hearings, a move advocates and opposition critics say is anti-democratic.

Lucky Taylor Swift fan nabs 2 tickets in Vancouver for $16.50 each — but there's a catch

A few lucky Taylor Swift fans in Vancouver managed to grab seats for the hottest ticket in town on Monday — the pop star's last three shows of her Eras Tour—  for $16.50 each.
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Lucky Taylor Swift fan nabs 2 tickets in Vancouver for $16.50 each — but there's a catch

A few lucky Taylor Swift fans in Vancouver managed to grab seats for the hottest ticket in town on Monday — the pop star's last three shows of her Eras Tour—  for $16.50 each.

Sask. NDP MLA says his trans children were the target of Premier Moe's proposed change room policy

Premier Scott Moe described the proposed policy as his 'first order of business' if re-elected but backed away from the plan after securing another majority government.
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Sask. NDP MLA says his trans children were the target of Premier Moe's proposed change room policy

Premier Scott Moe described the proposed policy as his 'first order of business' if re-elected but backed away from the plan after securing another majority government.

Paul Bernardo denied parole after victims' families plead he be kept behind bars

Notorious killer and rapist Paul Bernardo has been denied parole for a third time after the families of his victims made an emotional plea to the Parole Board of Canada on Tuesday to keep him behind bars.
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Paul Bernardo denied parole after victims' families plead he be kept behind bars

Notorious killer and rapist Paul Bernardo has been denied parole for a third time after the families of his victims made an emotional plea to the Parole Board of Canada on Tuesday to keep him behind bars.

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