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Guinea fowl sales spike in N.S. as homeowners look for natural tick control

Some guinea fowl breeders in Nova Scotia are seeing a surge in demand for the birds to control the tick population. Scientists note they could serve as a supplementary control method, and breeders stress space requirements.

Oppressive heat expected across 4 provinces, Environment Canada warns

Environment Canada heat warnings are in place from the southeastern corner of Saskatchewan to the western edges of Quebec.
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Oppressive heat expected across 4 provinces, Environment Canada warns

Environment Canada heat warnings are in place from the southeastern corner of Saskatchewan to the western edges of Quebec.

B.C. wildfire sparks East Kootenay evacuation alert, weather helps firefight near Boston Bar

Dozens of people have been told to leave their homes on a moment's notice due to an out-of-control wildfire in British Columbia's southeast.
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B.C. wildfire sparks East Kootenay evacuation alert, weather helps firefight near Boston Bar

Dozens of people have been told to leave their homes on a moment's notice due to an out-of-control wildfire in British Columbia's southeast.

Several structures damaged after tornado passes through part of central Alberta hamlet

In a social media post on Sunday, the County of Vermilion River said no injuries had been reported to officials, and that the Alberta Emergency Management Agency and the Northern Tornadoes Project are investigating.
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Several structures damaged after tornado passes through part of central Alberta hamlet

In a social media post on Sunday, the County of Vermilion River said no injuries had been reported to officials, and that the Alberta Emergency Management Agency and the Northern Tornadoes Project are investigating.

How Cape Race, N.L., helped North America get its news — by fishing it out of the sea

Before there was internet, television and radio, Cape Race, N.L., was at the centre of how North America got its news. Theresa O'Leary's book Race to the Cape tells us how, and why it started here.
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How Cape Race, N.L., helped North America get its news — by fishing it out of the sea

Before there was internet, television and radio, Cape Race, N.L., was at the centre of how North America got its news. Theresa O'Leary's book Race to the Cape tells us how, and why it started here.

Federal agency touts operation of cybersecurity sensors across the North

The Communications Security Establishment's latest annual report notes that its Cyber Centre deployed the software on government networks in the Northwest Territories in 2022 followed by Yukon and Nunavut in 2024.
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Federal agency touts operation of cybersecurity sensors across the North

The Communications Security Establishment's latest annual report notes that its Cyber Centre deployed the software on government networks in the Northwest Territories in 2022 followed by Yukon and Nunavut in 2024.

Rare tick-bite allergy leaves Nova Scotia woman unable to eat meat or dairy

A Pictou County woman says she is afraid to leave her house after being diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome, a rare allergic reaction to meat and dairy linked to lone star tick bites.
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Rare tick-bite allergy leaves Nova Scotia woman unable to eat meat or dairy

A Pictou County woman says she is afraid to leave her house after being diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome, a rare allergic reaction to meat and dairy linked to lone star tick bites.

A ship exploded in Lake Huron 143 years ago. Now, a team is trying to find its wreckage

A group of marine archaeologists and volunteers will take to Boiler Beach near Kincardine, Ont., this summer to learn more about the SS Erie Belle steamboat explosion from 1883.
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A ship exploded in Lake Huron 143 years ago. Now, a team is trying to find its wreckage

A group of marine archaeologists and volunteers will take to Boiler Beach near Kincardine, Ont., this summer to learn more about the SS Erie Belle steamboat explosion from 1883.

Man who took Hamilton bus on joy ride accepts longer jail sentence to get mental health treatment

The man who took a Hamilton city bus on a joy ride — with passengers still on board — is serving nine-months in jail. Though the Crown asked for a lower sentence, the man agreed to serve an extra month so he could get into a Brockville, Ont., treatment fa
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Man who took Hamilton bus on joy ride accepts longer jail sentence to get mental health treatment

The man who took a Hamilton city bus on a joy ride — with passengers still on board — is serving nine-months in jail. Though the Crown asked for a lower sentence, the man agreed to serve an extra month so he could get into a Brockville, Ont., treatment facility the judge recommended.

Staff fear rot and anti-'rat' culture help fuel escape risks at Port Coquitlam jail

A jail that has held the likes of serial killer Robert Pickton, war criminals and Canada’s most notorious gangsters awaiting trials in its segregation cells is in an internal spiral.
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Staff fear rot and anti-'rat' culture help fuel escape risks at Port Coquitlam jail

A jail that has held the likes of serial killer Robert Pickton, war criminals and Canada’s most notorious gangsters awaiting trials in its segregation cells is in an internal spiral.

Ever heard of a chief positivity officer? This Ontario man's job is to ensure optimism is a town priority

From positivity ambassador to chief positivity officer, Jamie Boyle's role in the Town of Newmarket blossomed over the years as he maintained connections with public services and community groups.
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Ever heard of a chief positivity officer? This Ontario man's job is to ensure optimism is a town priority

From positivity ambassador to chief positivity officer, Jamie Boyle's role in the Town of Newmarket blossomed over the years as he maintained connections with public services and community groups.

First Nations chiefs across country 'blindsided' by pipeline announcements

First Nations chiefs countrywide are expressing concern about the lack of engagement after two pipelines were announced in Alberta, B.C. and Ontario. Two leaders say they only learned of the plans through last-minute emails and rumours.
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First Nations chiefs across country 'blindsided' by pipeline announcements

First Nations chiefs countrywide are expressing concern about the lack of engagement after two pipelines were announced in Alberta, B.C. and Ontario. Two leaders say they only learned of the plans through last-minute emails and rumours.

$500 cheques to be mailed to flooded Manitobans applying for disaster financial assistance, premier says

A $500 cheque will be in the mail as soon as possible for flood-stricken Manitobans who've applied for disaster financial assistance, and a one-time grant program is in place for anyone in the hardest-hit communities, Manitoba officials said Friday.
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$500 cheques to be mailed to flooded Manitobans applying for disaster financial assistance, premier says

A $500 cheque will be in the mail as soon as possible for flood-stricken Manitobans who've applied for disaster financial assistance, and a one-time grant program is in place for anyone in the hardest-hit communities, Manitoba officials said Friday.

British man guilty in manslaughter of Owen Sound restaurateur Sharif Rahman sentenced to 3½ years in prison

A British man who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of restaurant owner Sharif Rahman nearly three years ago in Owen Sound, Ont., has been sentenced to 3½ years in prison. Robert Evans Jr. struck Rahman outside The Curry House, a week before he die
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British man guilty in manslaughter of Owen Sound restaurateur Sharif Rahman sentenced to 3½ years in prison

A British man who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of restaurant owner Sharif Rahman nearly three years ago in Owen Sound, Ont., has been sentenced to 3½ years in prison. Robert Evans Jr. struck Rahman outside The Curry House, a week before he died. «His family will suffer his loss greatly forever,» the judge told court Friday.

Procession bringing home Island paramedics who died in N.B. crash arrives in P.E.I.

The two paramedics who died earlier this week in New Brunswick are now home on P.E.I. in a procession that began in Saint John. Mike MacKenzie and Jenna Croucher were among three people who died Tuesday in a collision in Melrose, N.B., about 12 km southwest o
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Procession bringing home Island paramedics who died in N.B. crash arrives in P.E.I.

The two paramedics who died earlier this week in New Brunswick are now home on P.E.I. in a procession that began in Saint John. Mike MacKenzie and Jenna Croucher were among three people who died Tuesday in a collision in Melrose, N.B., about 12 km southwest of the Confederation Bridge near Port Elgin.

'Vigorous fire behaviour' expected for B.C. wildfire complex near Boston Bar, despite slight reprieve

The Brunswick wildfires complex near Boston Bar, B.C., continues to rage out of control Friday.
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'Vigorous fire behaviour' expected for B.C. wildfire complex near Boston Bar, despite slight reprieve

The Brunswick wildfires complex near Boston Bar, B.C., continues to rage out of control Friday.

Ottawa councillors blast unannounced, belated Canada Day fireworks show

An unannounced fireworks show over downtown Ottawa surprised and confused many people late Thursday night. A councillor for the area said the decision was made by the city and federal government.
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Ottawa councillors blast unannounced, belated Canada Day fireworks show

An unannounced fireworks show over downtown Ottawa surprised and confused many people late Thursday night. A councillor for the area said the decision was made by the city and federal government.

Rates of gun-related intimate partner violence rising: StatsCan

Rates of intimate partner violence involving a firearm increased significantly between 2010 and 2024, according to new research released by Statistics Canada Wednesday.
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Rates of gun-related intimate partner violence rising: StatsCan

Rates of intimate partner violence involving a firearm increased significantly between 2010 and 2024, according to new research released by Statistics Canada Wednesday.

After he returned mistaken $24,000 tax refund, his CRA account was locked, actual tax refunds delayed

When Alex Pilon received a $24,274.26 deposit in his bank account last March labelled 'Tax Refund - Canada' he knew it was a mistake, contacted the Canada Revenue Agency and returned the full amount. A year and a half later, the Thunder Bay, Ont., resident ha
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After he returned mistaken $24,000 tax refund, his CRA account was locked, actual tax refunds delayed

When Alex Pilon received a $24,274.26 deposit in his bank account last March labelled 'Tax Refund - Canada' he knew it was a mistake, contacted the Canada Revenue Agency and returned the full amount. A year and a half later, the Thunder Bay, Ont., resident has been locked out of his CRA account and still hasn't received the tax refunds he was actually expecting.

'There's wreckage everywhere': Resort owner loses cabins, trailers in growing B.C. wildfires

The owner of a resort in B.C.'s Fraser Canyon says part of his business has burned to the ground as two wildfires continue to grow in the area.
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'There's wreckage everywhere': Resort owner loses cabins, trailers in growing B.C. wildfires

The owner of a resort in B.C.'s Fraser Canyon says part of his business has burned to the ground as two wildfires continue to grow in the area.

Danielle Dobersheck faced threats, violence before homicide, say friends, family

Many of the details about the night Danielle Dobersheck died in a Melfort motel room have come out in court. But her family and friends say the story of what happened to her goes back much further.
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Danielle Dobersheck faced threats, violence before homicide, say friends, family

Many of the details about the night Danielle Dobersheck died in a Melfort motel room have come out in court. But her family and friends say the story of what happened to her goes back much further.

Jail guard targeted in Project South alleged murder plot accused of overseeing abusive practices

The senior corrections officer targeted in an alleged murder plot that sparked the Project South probe into police corruption defended his work at Toronto South Detention Centre in court Thursday in response to allegations that he oversaw abusive practices, l
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Jail guard targeted in Project South alleged murder plot accused of overseeing abusive practices

The senior corrections officer targeted in an alleged murder plot that sparked the Project South probe into police corruption defended his work at Toronto South Detention Centre in court Thursday in response to allegations that he oversaw abusive practices, like improper strip searches, and that he threatened inmates.

Quebec requires new truck drivers from Ontario to take an exam

Following several collisions involving heavy vehicles, Quebec has announced new measures aimed at addressing the issue of inexperienced drivers from Ontario.
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Quebec requires new truck drivers from Ontario to take an exam

Following several collisions involving heavy vehicles, Quebec has announced new measures aimed at addressing the issue of inexperienced drivers from Ontario.

23-year-old paramedic who died in N.B. collision remembered as 'kind, compassionate'

The father of the 23-year-old paramedic who died in a collision between an ambulance and transport truck on Tuesday is remembering the difference his daughter made in the world.
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23-year-old paramedic who died in N.B. collision remembered as 'kind, compassionate'

The father of the 23-year-old paramedic who died in a collision between an ambulance and transport truck on Tuesday is remembering the difference his daughter made in the world.

WATCH LIVE | Teachers debate the biggest issues affecting Ontario schools

From class sizes to special education, we've heard from countless Ontario students about the top issues affecting their classrooms. Now, with the last school year behind them and the fall less than two months away, we're asking teachers to weigh in. Join us a
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WATCH LIVE | Teachers debate the biggest issues affecting Ontario schools

From class sizes to special education, we've heard from countless Ontario students about the top issues affecting their classrooms. Now, with the last school year behind them and the fall less than two months away, we're asking teachers to weigh in. Join us at 2 p.m. ET Thursday when Chris Glover sits down with three GTA teachers to deep dive into hot-button issues like absenteeism, exam changes and budget cuts.

Beaverlodge RCMP issue Amber Alert for 6-year-old boy

Police say Lanakai Morrison, 6, was taken on Tuesday. He may be with his mother, 35-year-old Krista Morrison. Daniel Ludwig, 35, and Karl Morrison, 4, may be travelling with them.
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Beaverlodge RCMP issue Amber Alert for 6-year-old boy

Police say Lanakai Morrison, 6, was taken on Tuesday. He may be with his mother, 35-year-old Krista Morrison. Daniel Ludwig, 35, and Karl Morrison, 4, may be travelling with them.

'I'm going to kill you one day': Friends, family say Danielle Dobersheck faced violence before homicide

Many of the details about the night Danielle Dobersheck died in a Melfort motel room have come out in court. But her family and friends say the story of what happened to her goes back much further.
CBC | Canada News

'I'm going to kill you one day': Friends, family say Danielle Dobersheck faced violence before homicide

Many of the details about the night Danielle Dobersheck died in a Melfort motel room have come out in court. But her family and friends say the story of what happened to her goes back much further.

A diarrhea-causing parasite has infected more than 1,000 in the U.S. Is it in Canada?

A diarrhea-causing parasite has led to a growing outbreak in the United States that has sickened more than 1,000 people and sent dozens to hospital.
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A diarrhea-causing parasite has infected more than 1,000 in the U.S. Is it in Canada?

A diarrhea-causing parasite has led to a growing outbreak in the United States that has sickened more than 1,000 people and sent dozens to hospital.

Corporate watchdog was still accepting complaints as Carney abruptly closed it down

A corporate watchdog was still accepting complaints right up until the point Prime Minister Mark Carney announced its dissolution — seemingly out of nowhere — despite saying the decision to discontinue the office was made «months» earlier.
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Corporate watchdog was still accepting complaints as Carney abruptly closed it down

A corporate watchdog was still accepting complaints right up until the point Prime Minister Mark Carney announced its dissolution — seemingly out of nowhere — despite saying the decision to discontinue the office was made «months» earlier.

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