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Transit violence rising across Canada — in some cities by nearly 300%

A joint investigation by CBC News and the Investigative Journalism Foundation has found that transit violence in some of Canada's biggest municipalities remains well above pre-pandemic levels, despite recent decreases. It has roughly doubled over the past dec
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Transit violence rising across Canada — in some cities by nearly 300%

A joint investigation by CBC News and the Investigative Journalism Foundation has found that transit violence in some of Canada's biggest municipalities remains well above pre-pandemic levels, despite recent decreases. It has roughly doubled over the past decade in eight major Canadian cities.

Why invoking the notwithstanding clause no longer seems politically taboo

The notwithstanding clause allows for premiers or prime ministers to override rulings on legislation that judges have determined would violate sections of the Charter. But the use of the clause, once viewed by many as a political taboo, has become more freque
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Why invoking the notwithstanding clause no longer seems politically taboo

The notwithstanding clause allows for premiers or prime ministers to override rulings on legislation that judges have determined would violate sections of the Charter. But the use of the clause, once viewed by many as a political taboo, has become more frequent in recent years.

N.L. sea urchin fishery in jeopardy, says owner of one of the province's only plants

Newfoundland and Labrador's sea urchin fishery is on the verge of collapse, as the fish harvesters and divers are confined to certain overfished areas, says Jerry and Alisha Hodder, owners of one of the province's last urchin plants. They say DFO could fix th
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N.L. sea urchin fishery in jeopardy, says owner of one of the province's only plants

Newfoundland and Labrador's sea urchin fishery is on the verge of collapse, as the fish harvesters and divers are confined to certain overfished areas, says Jerry and Alisha Hodder, owners of one of the province's last urchin plants. They say DFO could fix the problem with the stroke of a pen.

F-35 beat Gripen fighter jet 'by a mile' in 2021 Defence Department competition

The American-built F-35 fighter jet dominated its Swedish rival Gripen in terms of technical and military capabilities during a competition held by the Defence Department in 2021, according to data obtained by Radio-Canada.
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F-35 beat Gripen fighter jet 'by a mile' in 2021 Defence Department competition

The American-built F-35 fighter jet dominated its Swedish rival Gripen in terms of technical and military capabilities during a competition held by the Defence Department in 2021, according to data obtained by Radio-Canada.

Transit violence rising across Canada — in some cities, by nearly 300%

A joint investigation by CBC News and the Investigative Journalism Foundation has found that transit violence in some of Canada's biggest municipalities remains well above pre-pandemic levels, despite recent decreases. It has roughly doubled over the past dec
CBC | Canada News

Transit violence rising across Canada — in some cities, by nearly 300%

A joint investigation by CBC News and the Investigative Journalism Foundation has found that transit violence in some of Canada's biggest municipalities remains well above pre-pandemic levels, despite recent decreases. It has roughly doubled over the past decade in eight major Canadian cities.

Proposed B.C. class action claims governments misled property owners in light of Cowichan Tribes decision

A proposed class action lawsuit accuses the federal and B.C. governments of keeping property owners in the dark amid the Cowichan Tribes Aboriginal title ruling.
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Proposed B.C. class action claims governments misled property owners in light of Cowichan Tribes decision

A proposed class action lawsuit accuses the federal and B.C. governments of keeping property owners in the dark amid the Cowichan Tribes Aboriginal title ruling.

Quebec’s language law causes confusion for English speakers, federal commissioner says

Changes to Quebec’s French-language law are creating confusion for English-speaking residents trying to access services, according to a midterm report from Canada’s commissioner of official languages.
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Quebec’s language law causes confusion for English speakers, federal commissioner says

Changes to Quebec’s French-language law are creating confusion for English-speaking residents trying to access services, according to a midterm report from Canada’s commissioner of official languages.

McGill University's decision to cut 25 sports teams called 'unfortunate' by U Sports CEO

U Sports chief executive officer Pierre Arsenault says McGill University's decision to cut 25 sports teams following the 2025-26 season is «unfortunate.»
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McGill University's decision to cut 25 sports teams called 'unfortunate' by U Sports CEO

U Sports chief executive officer Pierre Arsenault says McGill University's decision to cut 25 sports teams following the 2025-26 season is «unfortunate.»

Indigenous-led Red Dress Alert program must be implemented in Manitoba 'without delay': report

A Manitoba Red Dress Alert program must launch no later than June 2026 and be implemented through an Indigenous-led independent organization, says a report released Tuesday.
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Indigenous-led Red Dress Alert program must be implemented in Manitoba 'without delay': report

A Manitoba Red Dress Alert program must launch no later than June 2026 and be implemented through an Indigenous-led independent organization, says a report released Tuesday.

Family distraught as Manitoba refuses to pay for treatment for 30-year-old with degenerative disease

Tears gathered in Jeremy Bray’s eyes as he absorbed the news that his pleas for Manitoba’s government to cover his life-sustaining treatment hadn’t changed the health minister’s mind.
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Family distraught as Manitoba refuses to pay for treatment for 30-year-old with degenerative disease

Tears gathered in Jeremy Bray’s eyes as he absorbed the news that his pleas for Manitoba’s government to cover his life-sustaining treatment hadn’t changed the health minister’s mind.

Calgary genealogy society working to uncover secrets of thrift store mystery box

A photograph from a telegraphers union meeting. An Italian restaurant menu from Toronto. A newspaper clipping covering a graduating class of Royal Canadian Air Force engineers. What do all those have in common? That’s what researchers with the Alberta Famil
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Calgary genealogy society working to uncover secrets of thrift store mystery box

A photograph from a telegraphers union meeting. An Italian restaurant menu from Toronto. A newspaper clipping covering a graduating class of Royal Canadian Air Force engineers. What do all those have in common? That’s what researchers with the Alberta Family Histories Society are looking to uncover after receiving a mysterious box from a thrift store.

Younger-skewing co-op programs aim to spark teen interest in health care

Co-op programs in health-care spaces regularly enlist post-secondary students, but some are skewing younger to target high schoolers. The hope is to spark interest in a broader pool of teens, especially those from under-represented groups, and get more of the
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Younger-skewing co-op programs aim to spark teen interest in health care

Co-op programs in health-care spaces regularly enlist post-secondary students, but some are skewing younger to target high schoolers. The hope is to spark interest in a broader pool of teens, especially those from under-represented groups, and get more of them thinking about Canada's health-care system.

Demand soars at Halifax Diaper Bank 3 months after launch

A grassroots effort by a Halifax woman to donate diapers to families in need has helped hundreds of people in just the first three months in operation.
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Demand soars at Halifax Diaper Bank 3 months after launch

A grassroots effort by a Halifax woman to donate diapers to families in need has helped hundreds of people in just the first three months in operation.

Bear encounters on the rise in B.C. community where grizzlies attacked school group, residents say

As B.C. conservation officers continued to search for the three grizzlies involved in Thursday’s attack on an elementary school group in Bella Coola, residents say the incident reflects years of rising bear encounters in the remote Central Coast community.
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Bear encounters on the rise in B.C. community where grizzlies attacked school group, residents say

As B.C. conservation officers continued to search for the three grizzlies involved in Thursday’s attack on an elementary school group in Bella Coola, residents say the incident reflects years of rising bear encounters in the remote Central Coast community.

Booking.com cancelled woman's $4K hotel reservation, then offered her same rooms for $17K

When an Ontario woman made a $4,300 hotel reservation on Booking.com, she never expected the website would cancel it, then offer her the same accommodations for quadruple the price. A digital rights lawyer says such cases show how weak consumer protections al
CBC | Canada News

Booking.com cancelled woman's $4K hotel reservation, then offered her same rooms for $17K

When an Ontario woman made a $4,300 hotel reservation on Booking.com, she never expected the website would cancel it, then offer her the same accommodations for quadruple the price. A digital rights lawyer says such cases show how weak consumer protections allow online platforms to shift risk and costs onto travellers.

Uh oh. The dreaded polar vortex may be making an appearance very soon

In 2014, the term “polar vortex” burst on the scene across Canada and the U.S. as temperatures plunged. In some places, it was colder than it was on Mars. Well, get ready to hear more about it.
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Uh oh. The dreaded polar vortex may be making an appearance very soon

In 2014, the term “polar vortex” burst on the scene across Canada and the U.S. as temperatures plunged. In some places, it was colder than it was on Mars. Well, get ready to hear more about it.

Wings win WNBA draft lottery for 2nd consecutive season; Tempo to pick 6th or 7th

The Dallas Wings won the WNBA draft lottery for the second consecutive season on Sunday night. The league is expanding to 15 teams this season with the addition of the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire. The two teams will also pick sixth and seventh in the draf
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Wings win WNBA draft lottery for 2nd consecutive season; Tempo to pick 6th or 7th

The Dallas Wings won the WNBA draft lottery for the second consecutive season on Sunday night. The league is expanding to 15 teams this season with the addition of the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire. The two teams will also pick sixth and seventh in the draft next April.

Vulnerable people could 'come out worse' after stay in Manitoba detox facility, advocate says

Advocates say the Manitoba government's plan to detain people intoxicated with long-lasting drugs like methamphetamine at a Winnipeg detox facility for up to 72 hours could put marginalized people at greater risk.
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Vulnerable people could 'come out worse' after stay in Manitoba detox facility, advocate says

Advocates say the Manitoba government's plan to detain people intoxicated with long-lasting drugs like methamphetamine at a Winnipeg detox facility for up to 72 hours could put marginalized people at greater risk.

Plug-in polluter? Why Canada may need to rethink 'transition' EV

Plug-in hybrid cars are a compromise for people wanting range with electric capability. But new research finds they’re less green than you think — so how should they fit into a zero-emissions future?
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Plug-in polluter? Why Canada may need to rethink 'transition' EV

Plug-in hybrid cars are a compromise for people wanting range with electric capability. But new research finds they’re less green than you think — so how should they fit into a zero-emissions future?

Greenwashing laws are changing. Businesses are relieved, but environmentalists have concerns

Laws about greenwashing — making a false or misleading statement about the environmental benefits of a product — will remain on the books, but the Liberal government has said it will be making changes aimed at offering businesses more certainty about wha
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Greenwashing laws are changing. Businesses are relieved, but environmentalists have concerns

Laws about greenwashing — making a false or misleading statement about the environmental benefits of a product — will remain on the books, but the Liberal government has said it will be making changes aimed at offering businesses more certainty about what runs afoul of the law.

Retailers feel Black Friday pressure as Canadians expected to tighten their spending

With trade uncertainty, tariffs and rising prices, Canadian shoppers are expected to pull back this holiday season. Retailers are offering weeks-long discounts —and for some, their first Black Friday deals ever — in the hope of enticing people to spend.
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Retailers feel Black Friday pressure as Canadians expected to tighten their spending

With trade uncertainty, tariffs and rising prices, Canadian shoppers are expected to pull back this holiday season. Retailers are offering weeks-long discounts —and for some, their first Black Friday deals ever — in the hope of enticing people to spend.

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