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Health minister won't say when millions more Canadians can apply for dental coverage

Canada's health minister says millions of Canadians who aren't currently eligible for the national dental insurance plan will be able to apply «as soon as possible in the new year» — but he won't say exactly when or who might qualify next.

Provinces need to do more to cut emissions, feds say, while announcing Canada's new 2035 climate target

Canada will cut carbon emissions 45 to 50 per cent below 2005 levels by 2035, the federal government announced today, signaling a small advance over the current target but falling short of what a key group of climate experts had recommended to the government.
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Provinces need to do more to cut emissions, feds say, while announcing Canada's new 2035 climate target

Canada will cut carbon emissions 45 to 50 per cent below 2005 levels by 2035, the federal government announced today, signaling a small advance over the current target but falling short of what a key group of climate experts had recommended to the government.

Alberta unveils U.S. border security plan with sheriffs, dogs and drones

The province introduced the Interdiction Patrol Team as a way to bolster security and crack down on people found to be illegally attempting to cross the border or traffic weapons or drugs.
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Alberta unveils U.S. border security plan with sheriffs, dogs and drones

The province introduced the Interdiction Patrol Team as a way to bolster security and crack down on people found to be illegally attempting to cross the border or traffic weapons or drugs.

Number of homeless people counted in Saskatoon nearly triples

The point-in-time count, conducted by volunteers on Oct. 8, identified 1,499 people experiencing homelessness that day. That's nearly three times higher than the last count, two years ago, which identified 550.
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Number of homeless people counted in Saskatoon nearly triples

The point-in-time count, conducted by volunteers on Oct. 8, identified 1,499 people experiencing homelessness that day. That's nearly three times higher than the last count, two years ago, which identified 550.

Doug Ford says cutting off U.S. energy supply amid tariff threats a 'last resort'

Premier Doug Ford says that cutting off the energy supply to the U.S. remains a “last resort” amid the threat of a promised 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods but he is warning that his government is ultimately prepared to use “every tool” in its to
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Doug Ford says cutting off U.S. energy supply amid tariff threats a 'last resort'

Premier Doug Ford says that cutting off the energy supply to the U.S. remains a “last resort” amid the threat of a promised 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods but he is warning that his government is ultimately prepared to use “every tool” in its toolbox “to protect the livelihoods of the people of Ontario.”

From wreckhouse winds to blizzards, mix of weather in forecasts for parts of Canada

Canadians will experience contrasting weather on Thursday, from warmer temperatures in the Maritimes to extreme cold in parts of Ontario, the Prairies and the North.
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From wreckhouse winds to blizzards, mix of weather in forecasts for parts of Canada

Canadians will experience contrasting weather on Thursday, from warmer temperatures in the Maritimes to extreme cold in parts of Ontario, the Prairies and the North.

'I recognize these footsteps': How Trump and 'coyote' smuggling changed life at the border

Bent signs bolted to the rail threaten fines and imprisonment should violators cross the boundary into the United States, a warning many people are choosing to ignore simply by walking around the barrier.
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'I recognize these footsteps': How Trump and 'coyote' smuggling changed life at the border

Bent signs bolted to the rail threaten fines and imprisonment should violators cross the boundary into the United States, a warning many people are choosing to ignore simply by walking around the barrier.

Danielle Smith announces new team to patrol Alberta-U.S. border

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government will create a team of specially-trained Alberta Sheriffs tasked with patrolling the Alberta-U.S. border.
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Danielle Smith announces new team to patrol Alberta-U.S. border

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government will create a team of specially-trained Alberta Sheriffs tasked with patrolling the Alberta-U.S. border.

'Enough is enough': Doug Ford says Ontario could hand encampment drug users $10,000 fines, prison

Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his government is introducing a suite of measures to 'address and dismantle' encampments around the province, including steep fines for people who use drugs.
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'Enough is enough': Doug Ford says Ontario could hand encampment drug users $10,000 fines, prison

Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his government is introducing a suite of measures to 'address and dismantle' encampments around the province, including steep fines for people who use drugs.

McCann family renews call for answers ahead of Travis Vader parole hearing

Travis Vader was handed a life sentence in 2017 on two counts of manslaughter in the killings of Lyle and Marie McCann. His sentence came with a parole ineligibility period of seven years.
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McCann family renews call for answers ahead of Travis Vader parole hearing

Travis Vader was handed a life sentence in 2017 on two counts of manslaughter in the killings of Lyle and Marie McCann. His sentence came with a parole ineligibility period of seven years.

Ford details legislation aimed at dismantling encampments, punishing public drug use

Premier Doug Ford's government is introducing new legislation that it says will give municipalities and police services legal powers and tools to dismantle homeless encampments and crack down on public drug use with fines or jail time.
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Ford details legislation aimed at dismantling encampments, punishing public drug use

Premier Doug Ford's government is introducing new legislation that it says will give municipalities and police services legal powers and tools to dismantle homeless encampments and crack down on public drug use with fines or jail time.

Russian living in B.C. claims Scotiabank wrongfully withholding funds over sanctions

A Russian woman who has been living and working in Canada for the last eight years says her money is locked in limbo due to sanctions against Russia's largest bank, so she's taking Scotiabank and the Canadian government to court.
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Russian living in B.C. claims Scotiabank wrongfully withholding funds over sanctions

A Russian woman who has been living and working in Canada for the last eight years says her money is locked in limbo due to sanctions against Russia's largest bank, so she's taking Scotiabank and the Canadian government to court.

Alberta premier to announce border security plan in response to Trump tariff threat

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is set to announce the steps the province plans to take to shore up security at the Canada-United States border.
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Alberta premier to announce border security plan in response to Trump tariff threat

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is set to announce the steps the province plans to take to shore up security at the Canada-United States border.

Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador announcing energy deal, ending decades of strife

The premiers of Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador are set to announce a resolution to an energy issue that has driven a wedge between the provinces for decades.
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Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador announcing energy deal, ending decades of strife

The premiers of Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador are set to announce a resolution to an energy issue that has driven a wedge between the provinces for decades.

More than 60,000 customers without power in the Maritimes due to wet, windy storm

Tens of thousands of customers in the Maritimes woke up to no power Thursday morning and several schools are closed as a wet and windy storm makes its way through the region.
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More than 60,000 customers without power in the Maritimes due to wet, windy storm

Tens of thousands of customers in the Maritimes woke up to no power Thursday morning and several schools are closed as a wet and windy storm makes its way through the region.

QMJHL rookies talk consent, healthy relationships as part of effort to change hockey culture

All 143 rookies entering the league sat down before the start of the 2024-25 season to hear presentations from a sexologist, a Crown attorney and a nurse.
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QMJHL rookies talk consent, healthy relationships as part of effort to change hockey culture

All 143 rookies entering the league sat down before the start of the 2024-25 season to hear presentations from a sexologist, a Crown attorney and a nurse.

Unfair labour practice complaint over Canada Post layoffs resolved

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers filed the complaint with the Canada Industrial Relations Board on Nov. 29 after some workers received temporary layoff notices while on strike.
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Unfair labour practice complaint over Canada Post layoffs resolved

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers filed the complaint with the Canada Industrial Relations Board on Nov. 29 after some workers received temporary layoff notices while on strike.

The GST/HST holiday begins Saturday — here's how it works

This Saturday marks the beginning of the Liberal government’s two-month GST/HST holiday that it says will give Canadians a break on the cost of some essential goods. 
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The GST/HST holiday begins Saturday — here's how it works

This Saturday marks the beginning of the Liberal government’s two-month GST/HST holiday that it says will give Canadians a break on the cost of some essential goods. 

Mexican migrant workers in Ontario say new program helps them finish their studies and find community

A group that supports migrant workers in the Niagara Region has partnered with the Mexican government to offer a unique program that helps them finish their elementary and high school studies while they're in Canada.
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Mexican migrant workers in Ontario say new program helps them finish their studies and find community

A group that supports migrant workers in the Niagara Region has partnered with the Mexican government to offer a unique program that helps them finish their elementary and high school studies while they're in Canada.

Move over, ugly Christmas sweaters. The '90s festive turtleneck is back

You may notice something a little different at this year's holiday potluck, or in other people's festive photos, or in your favourite influencer's Christmas reels. It's the festive turtleneck, and apparently it's back whether you want it or not.
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Move over, ugly Christmas sweaters. The '90s festive turtleneck is back

You may notice something a little different at this year's holiday potluck, or in other people's festive photos, or in your favourite influencer's Christmas reels. It's the festive turtleneck, and apparently it's back whether you want it or not.

Most RSV infections are in babies less than 1 year old. But protection remains out of reach for many

Most positive tests for RSV so far this season in Canada have been among the youngest, federal data suggests. And while Health Canada has approved an immunization that can protect all babies from the illness, it’s only available in a few jurisdictions. 
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Most RSV infections are in babies less than 1 year old. But protection remains out of reach for many

Most positive tests for RSV so far this season in Canada have been among the youngest, federal data suggests. And while Health Canada has approved an immunization that can protect all babies from the illness, it’s only available in a few jurisdictions. 

Alberta hospital patients waiting to move into continuing care are paying millions in fees

The Alberta government says the number of patients occupying hospital beds without needing that level of care is a key driver of the need to overhaul the provincial health-care system. Such patients are designated alternate level of care, or ALC. Data obtaine
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Alberta hospital patients waiting to move into continuing care are paying millions in fees

The Alberta government says the number of patients occupying hospital beds without needing that level of care is a key driver of the need to overhaul the provincial health-care system. Such patients are designated alternate level of care, or ALC. Data obtained by CBC News shows that since 2019, thousands of hospital patients have occupied beds while waiting to move into continuing care, paying millions in accommodation fees until they did.

More answers and more questions brought on by investigation into Calgary's catastrophic feeder main break

When the Bearspaw south feeder main broke on June 5, it threatened the city's potable water supply and led to months of water restrictions. Following a third-party investigation, city council is finally hearing about why the rupture happened.
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More answers and more questions brought on by investigation into Calgary's catastrophic feeder main break

When the Bearspaw south feeder main broke on June 5, it threatened the city's potable water supply and led to months of water restrictions. Following a third-party investigation, city council is finally hearing about why the rupture happened.

Reporters blocked from swearing-in ceremony for new Nova Scotia cabinet

Premier Tim Houston’s cabinet swearing-in to kick off his second mandate will be a private event that’s closed to reporters. The provincial government announced on Wednesday the break from the long-standing tradition of the event being open to members of
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Reporters blocked from swearing-in ceremony for new Nova Scotia cabinet

Premier Tim Houston’s cabinet swearing-in to kick off his second mandate will be a private event that’s closed to reporters. The provincial government announced on Wednesday the break from the long-standing tradition of the event being open to members of the media.

Alberta's government wants reliable electrical system, proposes market changes to get there

The Alberta government wants electricity providers to commit to selling power at a fixed price 24 hours in advance in what’s called a “day-ahead market.”
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Alberta's government wants reliable electrical system, proposes market changes to get there

The Alberta government wants electricity providers to commit to selling power at a fixed price 24 hours in advance in what’s called a “day-ahead market.”

Vancouver council passes mayor's motion to make city 'bitcoin-friendly'

Vancouver councillors passed a motion from Mayor Ken Sim on Wednesday that seeks to make the city «bitcoin-friendly,» giving staff the thumbs up to explore holding cryptocurrency in reserve and accepting payments in the virtual currency.
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Vancouver council passes mayor's motion to make city 'bitcoin-friendly'

Vancouver councillors passed a motion from Mayor Ken Sim on Wednesday that seeks to make the city «bitcoin-friendly,» giving staff the thumbs up to explore holding cryptocurrency in reserve and accepting payments in the virtual currency.

'Scared and confused': 9-year-old Calgary girl recalls terrifying experience being stuck in stolen vehicle

A Calgary girl who was sitting in her dad's vehicle when it was stolen on Monday night is speaking out about the horrifying experience, along with her father.
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'Scared and confused': 9-year-old Calgary girl recalls terrifying experience being stuck in stolen vehicle

A Calgary girl who was sitting in her dad's vehicle when it was stolen on Monday night is speaking out about the horrifying experience, along with her father.

Police locate labyrinth of tunnels connecting tents to generator in Hamilton encampment

Hamilton police say that they discovered a series of “man-made holes and tunnels” during a patrol of a downtown encampment earlier this week.
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Police locate labyrinth of tunnels connecting tents to generator in Hamilton encampment

Hamilton police say that they discovered a series of “man-made holes and tunnels” during a patrol of a downtown encampment earlier this week.

Police identify murder victim whose skull was found in Ontario river more than three decades ago

Police have identified a man whose skull was found almost 40 years ago in a Peterborough-area river.
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Police identify murder victim whose skull was found in Ontario river more than three decades ago

Police have identified a man whose skull was found almost 40 years ago in a Peterborough-area river.

'I'd prefer to put security over commerce': Sarnia mayor reacts to potential border spending

Multiple reports suggest that the Trudeau government will spend hundreds of millions of dollars to shore up border crossings nationwide.
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'I'd prefer to put security over commerce': Sarnia mayor reacts to potential border spending

Multiple reports suggest that the Trudeau government will spend hundreds of millions of dollars to shore up border crossings nationwide.

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