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What's behind the spike in jewelry store smash-and-grabs in Ontario

A growing number of minors are being recruited by adults to carry out smash-and-grab jewelry store robberies in Ontario and are told that if they are caught, as youths, they would face little or no time in custody, an investigation by CBC's the fifth estate h
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What's behind the spike in jewelry store smash-and-grabs in Ontario

A growing number of minors are being recruited by adults to carry out smash-and-grab jewelry store robberies in Ontario and are told that if they are caught, as youths, they would face little or no time in custody, an investigation by CBC's the fifth estate has found.

Roughly 500,000 Canadians left ERs before seeing a doctor last year, data shows

About half a million people left emergency departments across Canada before being seen by a doctor last year, according to data analysis by CBC’s Marketplace.
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Roughly 500,000 Canadians left ERs before seeing a doctor last year, data shows

About half a million people left emergency departments across Canada before being seen by a doctor last year, according to data analysis by CBC’s Marketplace.

Bill restoring citizenship for 'Lost Canadians' becomes law

The «Lost Canadians» legislation, which aims to fix Canada's unconstitutional citizenship by descent rules, passed in the Senate Wednesday and received royal assent Thursday afternoon.
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Bill restoring citizenship for 'Lost Canadians' becomes law

The «Lost Canadians» legislation, which aims to fix Canada's unconstitutional citizenship by descent rules, passed in the Senate Wednesday and received royal assent Thursday afternoon.

2 dead, child critically injured, after Brampton house fire

Two adults are dead after an overnight house fire in Brampton that also left four others, including a child, in critical condition. Police said they're still looking for three people who lived in the building.
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2 dead, child critically injured, after Brampton house fire

Two adults are dead after an overnight house fire in Brampton that also left four others, including a child, in critical condition. Police said they're still looking for three people who lived in the building.

City investigating after videos show Toronto contractor driving snowplow through pro-Palestinian demonstration

“Thank goodness no one was hurt,” Mayor Olivia Chow told reporters before confirming city staff have been asked to investigate incident.
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City investigating after videos show Toronto contractor driving snowplow through pro-Palestinian demonstration

“Thank goodness no one was hurt,” Mayor Olivia Chow told reporters before confirming city staff have been asked to investigate incident.

Bell slashes nearly 700 jobs in latest round of layoffs

Bell Canada says it's cutting about 690 employees, mostly managers, to help reduce debt and drive growth. The cuts follow thousands of company layoffs last year.
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Bell slashes nearly 700 jobs in latest round of layoffs

Bell Canada says it's cutting about 690 employees, mostly managers, to help reduce debt and drive growth. The cuts follow thousands of company layoffs last year.

Bill passes to fast-track transmission line in northern B.C.

A bill to fast-track construction of the multibillion-dollar North Coast Transmission Line passed third reading Thursday, despite attempts by the B.C. Conservatives and B.C. Greens to stall or amend it.
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Bill passes to fast-track transmission line in northern B.C.

A bill to fast-track construction of the multibillion-dollar North Coast Transmission Line passed third reading Thursday, despite attempts by the B.C. Conservatives and B.C. Greens to stall or amend it.

Calgary advocate leads national push for revival of Online Harms Act to protect kids

A Calgary woman is leading a national push to have the federal government revive legislation aimed at protecting people — especially children — from harmful content online.
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Calgary advocate leads national push for revival of Online Harms Act to protect kids

A Calgary woman is leading a national push to have the federal government revive legislation aimed at protecting people — especially children — from harmful content online.

St. John's man fears he'll be 'back on the street' after being evicted from social housing

When Kyle Harbin moved from a private shelter to a shared house in the heart of St. John’s, he hoped for stability, and a transition into a new, comfortable life. Two years later, he's being evicted.
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St. John's man fears he'll be 'back on the street' after being evicted from social housing

When Kyle Harbin moved from a private shelter to a shared house in the heart of St. John’s, he hoped for stability, and a transition into a new, comfortable life. Two years later, he's being evicted.

Government seeks to retroactively change law, potentially avoiding paying veterans over federal error

The Carney government’s budget legislation contains an amendment that lawyers representing veterans say is a bid to cover up a decades-long error that led to overcharging for long-term care.
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Government seeks to retroactively change law, potentially avoiding paying veterans over federal error

The Carney government’s budget legislation contains an amendment that lawyers representing veterans say is a bid to cover up a decades-long error that led to overcharging for long-term care.

PWHL's 3rd season features growth and Olympics as league grows to 8 teams

The PWHL's two newest teams, the Vancouver Goldeneyes and Seattle Torrent, both look to be contenders for the Walter Cup in their first season.
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PWHL's 3rd season features growth and Olympics as league grows to 8 teams

The PWHL's two newest teams, the Vancouver Goldeneyes and Seattle Torrent, both look to be contenders for the Walter Cup in their first season.

Looming military radar project creates deep anxiety for rural Ontario community

Family farms in Clearview Township, Ont., face uncertainty after the Department of National Defence proposed a $38-billion NORAD radar project. Generations of farmers fear losing land to the military, raising tension between national security plans and rural
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Looming military radar project creates deep anxiety for rural Ontario community

Family farms in Clearview Township, Ont., face uncertainty after the Department of National Defence proposed a $38-billion NORAD radar project. Generations of farmers fear losing land to the military, raising tension between national security plans and rural heritage.

Bo Bichette declines qualifying offer from Toronto Blue Jays

Bo Bichette has declined a qualifying offer from the Toronto Blue Jays, meaning the major-league veteran of seven seasons will opt to choose his next deal from what he is offered on the open market.
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Bo Bichette declines qualifying offer from Toronto Blue Jays

Bo Bichette has declined a qualifying offer from the Toronto Blue Jays, meaning the major-league veteran of seven seasons will opt to choose his next deal from what he is offered on the open market.

CRTC updates definition of Canadian content, putting limits on AI use

The federal broadcast regulator has released a new definition of Canadian content — and humans, not AI, must maintain creative control in order to qualify.
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CRTC updates definition of Canadian content, putting limits on AI use

The federal broadcast regulator has released a new definition of Canadian content — and humans, not AI, must maintain creative control in order to qualify.

Alberta to invoke notwithstanding clause to shield 3 transgender bills from court challenges

The Alberta government has tabled legislation that seeks to invoke the notwithstanding clause to shield a suite of bills that affects transgender youth and adults from legal challenges.
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Alberta to invoke notwithstanding clause to shield 3 transgender bills from court challenges

The Alberta government has tabled legislation that seeks to invoke the notwithstanding clause to shield a suite of bills that affects transgender youth and adults from legal challenges.

Alleged Ryan Wedding associate from Montreal faces murder charge, extradition to U.S.

A man alleged to have ties to organized crime in Montreal is facing charges in relation to a murder and cocaine trafficking, and is now facing extradition to the United States.
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Alleged Ryan Wedding associate from Montreal faces murder charge, extradition to U.S.

A man alleged to have ties to organized crime in Montreal is facing charges in relation to a murder and cocaine trafficking, and is now facing extradition to the United States.

Parents, doctors call for free RSV shots for all infants in B.C.

An infant immunization for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is now available across Canada, but it still has to be paid for out of pocket — and at a steep cost — by most parents in B.C.
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Parents, doctors call for free RSV shots for all infants in B.C.

An infant immunization for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is now available across Canada, but it still has to be paid for out of pocket — and at a steep cost — by most parents in B.C.

WestJet weight cap on power wheelchairs leaves some Canadians grounded, advocates say

Travellers and advocates say a rule of the Calgary-based airline that bars mobility aids of more than 136 kilograms from most of its planes discriminates against people living with a disability.
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WestJet weight cap on power wheelchairs leaves some Canadians grounded, advocates say

Travellers and advocates say a rule of the Calgary-based airline that bars mobility aids of more than 136 kilograms from most of its planes discriminates against people living with a disability.

Proposal to ban raising of national flags at Calgary city hall delayed

The proposal, brought forward by Ward 13 Coun. Dan McLean, called for council to discuss amendments to Calgary's flag policy during its scheduled public hearing meeting as an «urgent business» matter.
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Proposal to ban raising of national flags at Calgary city hall delayed

The proposal, brought forward by Ward 13 Coun. Dan McLean, called for council to discuss amendments to Calgary's flag policy during its scheduled public hearing meeting as an «urgent business» matter.

Team Canada unveils athlete outfits for Milan-Cortina Olympics, Paralympics

A wide range of adaptive and inclusive designs, new adaptive footwear and bold Maple Leaf designs are part of the Team Canada athlete kits from Lululemon, the organization’s official outfitter, unveiled Tuesday for the upcoming Olympics and Paralympics in M
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Team Canada unveils athlete outfits for Milan-Cortina Olympics, Paralympics

A wide range of adaptive and inclusive designs, new adaptive footwear and bold Maple Leaf designs are part of the Team Canada athlete kits from Lululemon, the organization’s official outfitter, unveiled Tuesday for the upcoming Olympics and Paralympics in Milan Cortina.

F-35 defenders launch counterattack against Swedish fighter jet proposal

Former high-ranking officers of the Canadian Armed Forces are mounting a defence of the planned acquisition of 88 American F-35 fighter jets, hoping to put an end to the ongoing courtship between the Canadian government and the Swedish firm Saab.
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F-35 defenders launch counterattack against Swedish fighter jet proposal

Former high-ranking officers of the Canadian Armed Forces are mounting a defence of the planned acquisition of 88 American F-35 fighter jets, hoping to put an end to the ongoing courtship between the Canadian government and the Swedish firm Saab.

Shoppers Drug Mart billed $81M for MedsChecks in 2 years when COVID services waned

Shoppers Drug Mart billed the Ontario government’s MedsCheck program $81.2 million for medication reviews over a two-year period when some of its current and former pharmacists said they were facing “unethical” corporate pressure to meet targets for th
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Shoppers Drug Mart billed $81M for MedsChecks in 2 years when COVID services waned

Shoppers Drug Mart billed the Ontario government’s MedsCheck program $81.2 million for medication reviews over a two-year period when some of its current and former pharmacists said they were facing “unethical” corporate pressure to meet targets for the professional service.

Anzi Hu identified as Calgary girl swept into Pacific Ocean by California wave

Anzi Hu was identified on Monday as the seven-year-old who died in California after she was caught in a large wave at Garrapata Beach. Her father, Yuji Hu, also died after attempting to rescue her.
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Anzi Hu identified as Calgary girl swept into Pacific Ocean by California wave

Anzi Hu was identified on Monday as the seven-year-old who died in California after she was caught in a large wave at Garrapata Beach. Her father, Yuji Hu, also died after attempting to rescue her.

Federal refugee employment program faces 'extremely long, ballooning wait times'

Instead of months, a federal program is now taking years to process the applications of skilled refugees living overseas and have a job waiting for them in Canada.
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Federal refugee employment program faces 'extremely long, ballooning wait times'

Instead of months, a federal program is now taking years to process the applications of skilled refugees living overseas and have a job waiting for them in Canada.

Illicit crypto-to-cash deals are unlocking new ways to launder money in Canada

Canada has long had a problem with dirty money in its economy, whether in banking or real estate, but the advent of anonymous crypto-to-cash services has opened new frontiers for potential laundering and illicit finance, experts say.
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Illicit crypto-to-cash deals are unlocking new ways to launder money in Canada

Canada has long had a problem with dirty money in its economy, whether in banking or real estate, but the advent of anonymous crypto-to-cash services has opened new frontiers for potential laundering and illicit finance, experts say.

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