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Could much of eastern Ontario become a dark-sky preserve? One group hopes so

It's a massive undertaking, but two men are hoping to turn much of eastern Ontario into a dark-sky preserve — and they're leaning into astrotourism, something they say has been a growing trend since the pandemic.

Both Coutts blockade leaders denied parole over 'lack of accountability'

One of the two men serving a prison sentence related to the pandemic-era border blockade received a largely glowing review of his time in prison, while the other's was described as «unproblematic,» but the Parole Board of Canada found both men dem
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Both Coutts blockade leaders denied parole over 'lack of accountability'

One of the two men serving a prison sentence related to the pandemic-era border blockade received a largely glowing review of his time in prison, while the other's was described as «unproblematic,» but the Parole Board of Canada found both men demonstrated a lack of accountability and denied them early release.

How Mi'kmaw communities are moving toward self-regulation in commercial elver fishery

As eight Mi’kmaw communities co-ordinate a federally recognized elver fishing plan, and others fish independently, tensions have grown over regulatory confusion and enforcement. Here's what you need to now about the complex regulatory landscape surroundin
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How Mi'kmaw communities are moving toward self-regulation in commercial elver fishery

As eight Mi’kmaw communities co-ordinate a federally recognized elver fishing plan, and others fish independently, tensions have grown over regulatory confusion and enforcement. Here's what you need to now about the complex regulatory landscape surrounding the Mi'kmaw elver fishery.

Ontario wants to expand vehicle stop-and-searches. Some experts say it could lead to racial profiling

The Ford government says it wants to give police more powers to stop and search vehicles without a search warrant in a new effort to stop car thieves, but some criminal lawyers say the move could violate people's rights and lead to racial profiling.
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Ontario wants to expand vehicle stop-and-searches. Some experts say it could lead to racial profiling

The Ford government says it wants to give police more powers to stop and search vehicles without a search warrant in a new effort to stop car thieves, but some criminal lawyers say the move could violate people's rights and lead to racial profiling.

Ex-teammate and NHLer Brett Howden testifying at sex assault trial of former world junior players

We're back at Superior Court in London, Ont., to bring you the latest updates from the trial of five former world junior hockey players.
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Ex-teammate and NHLer Brett Howden testifying at sex assault trial of former world junior players

We're back at Superior Court in London, Ont., to bring you the latest updates from the trial of five former world junior hockey players.

PWHL unveils expansion draft and signing guidelines for new franchises in Vancouver, Seattle

The PWHL's two newest franchises in Seattle and Vancouver will begin stocking their rosters early next month through an exclusive free agency period followed by an expansion draft.
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PWHL unveils expansion draft and signing guidelines for new franchises in Vancouver, Seattle

The PWHL's two newest franchises in Seattle and Vancouver will begin stocking their rosters early next month through an exclusive free agency period followed by an expansion draft.

3 children killed in suspected impaired driving crash in Toronto identified by family friend

A 19-year-old man has been charged with impaired driving causing death after three children were killed in an overnight crash on a Highway 401 off ramp in Etobicoke, police say. 
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3 children killed in suspected impaired driving crash in Toronto identified by family friend

A 19-year-old man has been charged with impaired driving causing death after three children were killed in an overnight crash on a Highway 401 off ramp in Etobicoke, police say. 

3 children killed in suspected impaired driving crash on Highway 401 in Toronto: police

A 19-year-old man has been charged with impaired driving causing death after three children were killed in an overnight crash on Highway 401 in Etobicoke, police say. 
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3 children killed in suspected impaired driving crash on Highway 401 in Toronto: police

A 19-year-old man has been charged with impaired driving causing death after three children were killed in an overnight crash on Highway 401 in Etobicoke, police say. 

Canada needs more homes. Prefabricated houses could fill the void

Prefabricated homes are one of the options experts say could help improve Canada's housing inventory. During the election campaign, Mark Carney and the now-elected Liberal Party promised about $25 billion in loans to the prefabricated homes industry.
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Canada needs more homes. Prefabricated houses could fill the void

Prefabricated homes are one of the options experts say could help improve Canada's housing inventory. During the election campaign, Mark Carney and the now-elected Liberal Party promised about $25 billion in loans to the prefabricated homes industry.

'Losing an icon': Long-running Lloydminster TV stations abruptly shut down

Lloydminster television stations CKSA and CITL were closed on Tuesday, with 19 employees losing their jobs. The stations were known for fostering reporters at the beginning of their careers.
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'Losing an icon': Long-running Lloydminster TV stations abruptly shut down

Lloydminster television stations CKSA and CITL were closed on Tuesday, with 19 employees losing their jobs. The stations were known for fostering reporters at the beginning of their careers.

Fire forces Puvirnituq, Que., to declare state of emergency as water shortage continues

Crews struggled to put out a fire that began Saturday at around 3 p.m. due to the limited supply of water in Puvirnituq, Que., prompting a state of emergency to be declared.
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Fire forces Puvirnituq, Que., to declare state of emergency as water shortage continues

Crews struggled to put out a fire that began Saturday at around 3 p.m. due to the limited supply of water in Puvirnituq, Que., prompting a state of emergency to be declared.

3 children killed in Toronto crash, man faces impaired driving charges: Police

A 19-year-old man has been charged with impaired driving causing death after three children were killed in an overnight crash on Highway 401 in Etobicoke, police say. 
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3 children killed in Toronto crash, man faces impaired driving charges: Police

A 19-year-old man has been charged with impaired driving causing death after three children were killed in an overnight crash on Highway 401 in Etobicoke, police say. 

Brampton man, 51, killed in shooting had faced repeated threats, children say

Peel Regional Police have identified a Brampton man who died in hospital after he was shot several times in a Mississauga parking lot this week in what investigators believe was a targeted shooting.
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Brampton man, 51, killed in shooting had faced repeated threats, children say

Peel Regional Police have identified a Brampton man who died in hospital after he was shot several times in a Mississauga parking lot this week in what investigators believe was a targeted shooting.

Landowners, mayors divided over coal project exploration approval in Rockies

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER)’s recent approval of coal exploration on the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains is drawing quick reaction from landowners, mayors and community groups across southern Alberta.
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Landowners, mayors divided over coal project exploration approval in Rockies

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER)’s recent approval of coal exploration on the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains is drawing quick reaction from landowners, mayors and community groups across southern Alberta.

Stepdad of missing N.S. kids says he hopes 'something positive' will come from renewed search

The stepdad of two kids missing in rural Pictou County, N.S., says he hopes the ground search and rescue operation that resumed Saturday will bring Lilly and Jack Sullivan back home. 
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Stepdad of missing N.S. kids says he hopes 'something positive' will come from renewed search

The stepdad of two kids missing in rural Pictou County, N.S., says he hopes the ground search and rescue operation that resumed Saturday will bring Lilly and Jack Sullivan back home. 

Kingston Police's use of a drone to catch distracted drivers stirs backlash

Drivers at three busy intersections in Kingston, Ont., had no way of knowing they were being watched earlier this month, but high above them police hovered, zooming in to catch those using their phones while behind the wheel.
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Kingston Police's use of a drone to catch distracted drivers stirs backlash

Drivers at three busy intersections in Kingston, Ont., had no way of knowing they were being watched earlier this month, but high above them police hovered, zooming in to catch those using their phones while behind the wheel.

Crown suggests officer's stumble explanation in fatal shooting is a 'fabrication'

A Crown attorney accused an OPP officer facing a manslaughter charge of making up what happened in the seconds before his gun fired nearly four years ago, fatally wounding a man.
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Crown suggests officer's stumble explanation in fatal shooting is a 'fabrication'

A Crown attorney accused an OPP officer facing a manslaughter charge of making up what happened in the seconds before his gun fired nearly four years ago, fatally wounding a man.

What's the big deal about large roadside attractions? There's a lot to love

A notable nickel, a giant goose and a perfectly proportional paddle are just a few of the magical man-made monuments across Canada. Meet some dreamers who built them, travellers who visit them and the Guinness World Records expert who makes sure they measure
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What's the big deal about large roadside attractions? There's a lot to love

A notable nickel, a giant goose and a perfectly proportional paddle are just a few of the magical man-made monuments across Canada. Meet some dreamers who built them, travellers who visit them and the Guinness World Records expert who makes sure they measure up.

Preventing vehicle ramming attacks an 'urgent challenge,' says Vancouver mayor

Vancouver police recently purchased a $410,000 mobile vehicle barrier system, but say it would not have been deployed at the Lapu-Lapu Day street festival had it been available because the event's risk assessment didn't call for it.
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Preventing vehicle ramming attacks an 'urgent challenge,' says Vancouver mayor

Vancouver police recently purchased a $410,000 mobile vehicle barrier system, but say it would not have been deployed at the Lapu-Lapu Day street festival had it been available because the event's risk assessment didn't call for it.

Cows run loose on highway north of Toronto, causing traffic chaos, police say

Several cows are running loose on Highway 400 in northern King Township after being spooked by thunder Friday, causing significant traffic delays, Ontario Provincial Police said. 
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Cows run loose on highway north of Toronto, causing traffic chaos, police say

Several cows are running loose on Highway 400 in northern King Township after being spooked by thunder Friday, causing significant traffic delays, Ontario Provincial Police said. 

Experts point to anomalies in 'unprecedented' case of missing N.S. children

Two weeks after two young siblings vanished without a trace from a rural Nova Scotia community, experts are pointing to anomalies in what they say is an unprecedented case that deviates from the typical markers of a missing children investigation.
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Experts point to anomalies in 'unprecedented' case of missing N.S. children

Two weeks after two young siblings vanished without a trace from a rural Nova Scotia community, experts are pointing to anomalies in what they say is an unprecedented case that deviates from the typical markers of a missing children investigation.

Firefighter saves 3 sleeping brothers as brush fire destroys home on Sask. First Nation

Three young men escaped with just the clothes on their backs after a firefighting friend broke down their door and got them out of their burning home on Okanese First Nation.
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Firefighter saves 3 sleeping brothers as brush fire destroys home on Sask. First Nation

Three young men escaped with just the clothes on their backs after a firefighting friend broke down their door and got them out of their burning home on Okanese First Nation.

Judge to decide fate of ex-world junior players in sex assault trial after jury discharged

In an unexpected turn, Justice Maria Carroccia discharged the jury after several jurors alleged one of the defence teams had been making fun of their appearances. Carroccia said she concluded the jury could no longer be impartial, and so she will hear the tri
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Judge to decide fate of ex-world junior players in sex assault trial after jury discharged

In an unexpected turn, Justice Maria Carroccia discharged the jury after several jurors alleged one of the defence teams had been making fun of their appearances. Carroccia said she concluded the jury could no longer be impartial, and so she will hear the trial alone and render a judgment..

Trial for ex-world junior players now before judge alone after jurors accused defence of making fun of them

Justice Maria Carroccia has discharged the jury at the trial of five former Team Canada world junior players in London, Ont. The trial will now proceed before a judge alone, meaning determining the guilt or innocence of the accused men will be up to Carroccia
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Trial for ex-world junior players now before judge alone after jurors accused defence of making fun of them

Justice Maria Carroccia has discharged the jury at the trial of five former Team Canada world junior players in London, Ont. The trial will now proceed before a judge alone, meaning determining the guilt or innocence of the accused men will be up to Carroccia.

N.L. hasn't buried a single unclaimed body since legislation change in January

Four months ago the Newfoundland and Labrador government brought in legislation meant to tackle the growing number of bodies going unclaimed - it has yet to bury a single person.
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N.L. hasn't buried a single unclaimed body since legislation change in January

Four months ago the Newfoundland and Labrador government brought in legislation meant to tackle the growing number of bodies going unclaimed - it has yet to bury a single person.

'I work for the people,' says Mandy Gull-Masty, Canada's new Indigenous Services minister

Mandy Gull-Masty, former grand chief of Eeyou Istchee, was appointed Canada's Indigenous Services minister this week. She is the first Indigenous cabinet minister to hold the portfolio responsible for providing services for First Nations, Inuit and Métis.
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'I work for the people,' says Mandy Gull-Masty, Canada's new Indigenous Services minister

Mandy Gull-Masty, former grand chief of Eeyou Istchee, was appointed Canada's Indigenous Services minister this week. She is the first Indigenous cabinet minister to hold the portfolio responsible for providing services for First Nations, Inuit and Métis.

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