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Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont resigns from Conservative caucus to join the Liberals

Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont resigned from the Conservative caucus Tuesday — and he's joining the Liberals.

Supreme Court will hear appeals of Saskatchewan's school pronoun law

No date has been set for the court to hear the cross appeals from the provincial government and UR Pride on the province's school pronoun law, which prevents children under 16 from changing their names or pronouns at school without parental consent.
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Supreme Court will hear appeals of Saskatchewan's school pronoun law

No date has been set for the court to hear the cross appeals from the provincial government and UR Pride on the province's school pronoun law, which prevents children under 16 from changing their names or pronouns at school without parental consent.

The budget aims for a permanent School Food Program. But that doesn't mean free lunches for everyone

School food advocates welcome the federal budget pledge for a permanent national program with dedicated funding annually. Yet given the current patchwork of offerings in place, experts say there's much work ahead to ensure all kids can access a robust and sus
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The budget aims for a permanent School Food Program. But that doesn't mean free lunches for everyone

School food advocates welcome the federal budget pledge for a permanent national program with dedicated funding annually. Yet given the current patchwork of offerings in place, experts say there's much work ahead to ensure all kids can access a robust and sustainable food program at school.

Margaret Atwood on reading palms, getting older — and holding grudges

Margaret Atwood’s new memoir Book of Lives explores how the world has shaped her writing, and how that writing in turn shaped her life
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Margaret Atwood on reading palms, getting older — and holding grudges

Margaret Atwood’s new memoir Book of Lives explores how the world has shaped her writing, and how that writing in turn shaped her life

Here's how much money you needed to make to be among Nova Scotia's top earners

New numbers from Statistics Canada reveal how much the highest-income Nova Scotians make. The information is based on tax filings for 2023.
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Here's how much money you needed to make to be among Nova Scotia's top earners

New numbers from Statistics Canada reveal how much the highest-income Nova Scotians make. The information is based on tax filings for 2023.

Hereditary cancer, high cholesterol risk for 100,000 Canadians to be checked in genetic screening project

Over the the next five years, up to 100,000 people in Ontario will be screened for genetic conditions that increase their risk of hereditary cancers and a condition tied to high cholesterol and heart disease, says Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.
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Hereditary cancer, high cholesterol risk for 100,000 Canadians to be checked in genetic screening project

Over the the next five years, up to 100,000 people in Ontario will be screened for genetic conditions that increase their risk of hereditary cancers and a condition tied to high cholesterol and heart disease, says Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.

Losing hope, he quit the Nunavik police. Years later, many still feel unsupported by the force

Johnny Saunders quit his job as a Nunavik police officer 20 years ago. He says the same issues that led to him leave remain unaddressed. Earlier this week, residents held marches across the region to denounce police brutality and an erosion of trust.
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Losing hope, he quit the Nunavik police. Years later, many still feel unsupported by the force

Johnny Saunders quit his job as a Nunavik police officer 20 years ago. He says the same issues that led to him leave remain unaddressed. Earlier this week, residents held marches across the region to denounce police brutality and an erosion of trust.

Indigenous leaders decry budget’s lack of money for key reconciliation programs

Indigenous leaders are concerned after this year’s federal budget left key reconciliation programs without guaranteed money beyond spring 2026. Programs covering education, health and urban Indigenous friendship centres are running out of money, prompting f
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Indigenous leaders decry budget’s lack of money for key reconciliation programs

Indigenous leaders are concerned after this year’s federal budget left key reconciliation programs without guaranteed money beyond spring 2026. Programs covering education, health and urban Indigenous friendship centres are running out of money, prompting fears they could be terminated or face massive cuts.

Will Canada actually join Eurovision? Not without some challenges, experts say

Yesterday's budget teased that the government is working with CBC/Radio-Canada to explore Canada's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. While Europop fans might be excited, Canadian participation might not be all that easy, as past attempts have prov
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Will Canada actually join Eurovision? Not without some challenges, experts say

Yesterday's budget teased that the government is working with CBC/Radio-Canada to explore Canada's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. While Europop fans might be excited, Canadian participation might not be all that easy, as past attempts have proved.

Sask. uranium company says White House won't meddle in its core business under U.S. reactor deal

The chief executive of Saskatchewan-based Cameco Corp. wants to make clear that the U.S. government is not getting involved in its main uranium mining business under a massive nuclear reactor deal announced last week.
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Sask. uranium company says White House won't meddle in its core business under U.S. reactor deal

The chief executive of Saskatchewan-based Cameco Corp. wants to make clear that the U.S. government is not getting involved in its main uranium mining business under a massive nuclear reactor deal announced last week.

Mayor calls N.L. fish plant fire during hurricane-force winds 'a perfect storm'

St. Mary’s Mayor Steve Ryan describes Tuesday night’s events as “a perfect storm.” The town's fish plant had burned down in the middle of a storm that brought hurricane-force winds. Those weather conditions are expected to continue through Wednesday.
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Mayor calls N.L. fish plant fire during hurricane-force winds 'a perfect storm'

St. Mary’s Mayor Steve Ryan describes Tuesday night’s events as “a perfect storm.” The town's fish plant had burned down in the middle of a storm that brought hurricane-force winds. Those weather conditions are expected to continue through Wednesday.

B.C. premier, First Nations call on feds to continue oil tanker ban

B.C. Premier David Eby stood with members of numerous First Nations from B.C.’s northern coast on Wednesday to support and sign a declaration that asks Ottawa to continue a moratorium on oil tankers in the province’s northern waters.
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B.C. premier, First Nations call on feds to continue oil tanker ban

B.C. Premier David Eby stood with members of numerous First Nations from B.C.’s northern coast on Wednesday to support and sign a declaration that asks Ottawa to continue a moratorium on oil tankers in the province’s northern waters.

Thousands of Alberta nursing care staff vote in favour of strike

Nursing care staff represented by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees have voted 98 per cent in favour of strike action in a vote this week. 
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Thousands of Alberta nursing care staff vote in favour of strike

Nursing care staff represented by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees have voted 98 per cent in favour of strike action in a vote this week. 

New national emergency alert system proposed in federal budget

The federal budget is proposing more than $55 million for a new national emergency alert system, making good on a recommendation from the committee that examined the 2020 mass shooting in Nova Scotia.
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New national emergency alert system proposed in federal budget

The federal budget is proposing more than $55 million for a new national emergency alert system, making good on a recommendation from the committee that examined the 2020 mass shooting in Nova Scotia.

Federal budget charts difficult path out of current crisis — with small margin of error

The 2025 federal budget plots a path for the Canadian economy to emerge from the current crisis. But it also highlights just how deep a hole the economy is in right now and how small the margin for error is as Canada navigates the perils of a trade war.
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Federal budget charts difficult path out of current crisis — with small margin of error

The 2025 federal budget plots a path for the Canadian economy to emerge from the current crisis. But it also highlights just how deep a hole the economy is in right now and how small the margin for error is as Canada navigates the perils of a trade war.

Canadian athletes on outside as Carney government's 1st budget sees no new sports funding

Canada’s summer and winter Olympians, along with other athletes, were left on the outside during Tuesday’s budget announcement by the federal government, despite a push in recent months by the Canadian Olympic Committee and national sport organizations fo
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Canadian athletes on outside as Carney government's 1st budget sees no new sports funding

Canada’s summer and winter Olympians, along with other athletes, were left on the outside during Tuesday’s budget announcement by the federal government, despite a push in recent months by the Canadian Olympic Committee and national sport organizations for more resources.

Budget touts $81.8B defence investment as a sovereignty 'blueprint' but offers only rough fiscal sketches

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first budget delivers a historic investment in defence and the defence industry. But the fiscal plan is light on specifics on how and when the roughly $81.8 billion will be spent.
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Budget touts $81.8B defence investment as a sovereignty 'blueprint' but offers only rough fiscal sketches

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first budget delivers a historic investment in defence and the defence industry. But the fiscal plan is light on specifics on how and when the roughly $81.8 billion will be spent.

Waves could reach 12 metres high on N.L. south coast as heavy winds, rain persist

CBC meteorologist Ashley Brauweiler warns of a storm surge from the Burin Peninsula to the southern Avalon that could bring waves as high as 12 metres breaking along the shore.
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Waves could reach 12 metres high on N.L. south coast as heavy winds, rain persist

CBC meteorologist Ashley Brauweiler warns of a storm surge from the Burin Peninsula to the southern Avalon that could bring waves as high as 12 metres breaking along the shore.

Food prices in Canada keep climbing, but these grocery items will give you sticker shock

Shoppers paid four per cent more at the grocery store in September. Here's what food items cost the most, and why.
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Food prices in Canada keep climbing, but these grocery items will give you sticker shock

Shoppers paid four per cent more at the grocery store in September. Here's what food items cost the most, and why.

Federal budget expected to chart a course to meet NATO's 5% spending target

What will rearming the Canadian military look like? We could get a clearer in Tuesday's federal budget. At least one defence expert says the Liberal government has made a lot of vague promises and there's a need for specifics on programs like the multi-billio
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Federal budget expected to chart a course to meet NATO's 5% spending target

What will rearming the Canadian military look like? We could get a clearer in Tuesday's federal budget. At least one defence expert says the Liberal government has made a lot of vague promises and there's a need for specifics on programs like the multi-billion dollar submarine replacement plan.

Yukon Party projected to win majority in territorial election

Currie Dixon's Yukon Party is projected to win a majority government in Monday's territorial election, marking the party's return to government after nine years in opposition.
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Yukon Party projected to win majority in territorial election

Currie Dixon's Yukon Party is projected to win a majority government in Monday's territorial election, marking the party's return to government after nine years in opposition.

Hudson's Bay will give properties back to landlords after B.C. billionaire loses lease takeover bid

The Hudson's Bay Company is disclaiming the leases it had for 25 properties which B.C. billionaire Ruby Liu had tried to buy.
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Hudson's Bay will give properties back to landlords after B.C. billionaire loses lease takeover bid

The Hudson's Bay Company is disclaiming the leases it had for 25 properties which B.C. billionaire Ruby Liu had tried to buy.

25 players to represent Canada at key Olympic women's hockey tune-up games

Canada's four-game Rivalry Series against the U.S. begins this week with games in Cleveland , Ohio and Buffalo, N.Y. They'll play two more games in December, as Hockey Canada prepares to name the team that will represent Canada at the Olympics in Italy in Feb
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25 players to represent Canada at key Olympic women's hockey tune-up games

Canada's four-game Rivalry Series against the U.S. begins this week with games in Cleveland , Ohio and Buffalo, N.Y. They'll play two more games in December, as Hockey Canada prepares to name the team that will represent Canada at the Olympics in Italy in February.

Ottawa seeking mass visa cancellation powers to deter fraud from India: internal documents

The federal government is seeking the power to cancel applications for groups of visa holders at least in part due to concerns of fraud from India and Bangladesh, according to internal documents obtained by CBC News.
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Ottawa seeking mass visa cancellation powers to deter fraud from India: internal documents

The federal government is seeking the power to cancel applications for groups of visa holders at least in part due to concerns of fraud from India and Bangladesh, according to internal documents obtained by CBC News.

In last meetings with Children’s Aid Society, boy was crying, thin. He died months later, Ontario trial told

In September 2022, an adoption worker wrote down her concerns about the boy’s apparent thinness, paleness and sunken cheeks, but no subsequent followup visit happened before he died at age 12 on Dec. 21 while under the care of a Burlington, Ont., couple.
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In last meetings with Children’s Aid Society, boy was crying, thin. He died months later, Ontario trial told

In September 2022, an adoption worker wrote down her concerns about the boy’s apparent thinness, paleness and sunken cheeks, but no subsequent followup visit happened before he died at age 12 on Dec. 21 while under the care of a Burlington, Ont., couple.

Canada will start dispute resolution process over Stellantis jobs lost to U.S., Joly says

Industry Minister Melanie Joly told a parliamentary committee Monday that Ottawa wants to recover some of the billions it has committed to auto manufacturer Stellantis.
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Canada will start dispute resolution process over Stellantis jobs lost to U.S., Joly says

Industry Minister Melanie Joly told a parliamentary committee Monday that Ottawa wants to recover some of the billions it has committed to auto manufacturer Stellantis.

Canada collected $3B from U.S. counter-tariffs before a majority were dropped

Canada had collected more than $3 billion through U.S. counter-tariffs before removing a swath of levies in September, according to the Finance Department — far less than what the Liberals had promised to rake in during the current fiscal year.
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Canada collected $3B from U.S. counter-tariffs before a majority were dropped

Canada had collected more than $3 billion through U.S. counter-tariffs before removing a swath of levies in September, according to the Finance Department — far less than what the Liberals had promised to rake in during the current fiscal year.

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