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Woman pleads guilty to 6 counts of assault in Vancouver seawall stabbings

Tamara Hamelin, 35, was charged with four counts of assault with a weapon and two counts of assault in relation to a series of stabbing attacks in Vancouver's Yaletown neighbourhood last October. She pleaded guilty to the offences last month.
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Woman pleads guilty to 6 counts of assault in Vancouver seawall stabbings

Tamara Hamelin, 35, was charged with four counts of assault with a weapon and two counts of assault in relation to a series of stabbing attacks in Vancouver's Yaletown neighbourhood last October. She pleaded guilty to the offences last month.

Ontario's new online courts portal is causing delays, bogging down system, Toronto lawyers say

A new online portal meant to streamline access to Ontario's court system is leaving some lawyers grappling with unpredictable delays and facing new hurdles in managing their cases, they say months after the platform's initial rollout.
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Ontario's new online courts portal is causing delays, bogging down system, Toronto lawyers say

A new online portal meant to streamline access to Ontario's court system is leaving some lawyers grappling with unpredictable delays and facing new hurdles in managing their cases, they say months after the platform's initial rollout.

Fugitive wanted in connection with Desjardins data breach arrested in Spain

Juan Pablo Serrano, wanted since June 2024 in connection with a massive Desjardins data breach, was arrested by Spanish authorities, according to Quebec provincial police.
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Fugitive wanted in connection with Desjardins data breach arrested in Spain

Juan Pablo Serrano, wanted since June 2024 in connection with a massive Desjardins data breach, was arrested by Spanish authorities, according to Quebec provincial police.

Amnesty International joins fight for Nova Scotia dump site cleanup and safe water

An international organization that often finds itself at the centre of human rights conflicts in developing countries has turned its attention to a small town in southwest Nova Scotia.
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Amnesty International joins fight for Nova Scotia dump site cleanup and safe water

An international organization that often finds itself at the centre of human rights conflicts in developing countries has turned its attention to a small town in southwest Nova Scotia.

Cheaper obesity medications could come to Canada this summer, as Health Canada reviews generics

In Canada, the patent for some semaglutide drugs has expired, paving the way for the country to become the first to offer cheaper generic versions of medications like Ozempic and Wegovy to people with prescriptions. Pharmaceutical experts say this could take
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Cheaper obesity medications could come to Canada this summer, as Health Canada reviews generics

In Canada, the patent for some semaglutide drugs has expired, paving the way for the country to become the first to offer cheaper generic versions of medications like Ozempic and Wegovy to people with prescriptions. Pharmaceutical experts say this could take some time.

More oil production in Venezuela could hurt Canada's oilpatch

A regime change in Venezuela could both help that country regain its former prominence as an oil producer and pose a threat to Canada’s industry, which is producing record amounts of oil and is expected to continue to grow for several more years.
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More oil production in Venezuela could hurt Canada's oilpatch

A regime change in Venezuela could both help that country regain its former prominence as an oil producer and pose a threat to Canada’s industry, which is producing record amounts of oil and is expected to continue to grow for several more years.

B.C. jobs in high demand: Why 2026 may be the best time to learn a trade

Amid Prime Minister Mark Carney’s push for nation-building projects and uncertainty around  AI’s impact on the job market, an advocate for British Columbia’s construction industry says there’s no better time to consider a career in the trades. 
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B.C. jobs in high demand: Why 2026 may be the best time to learn a trade

Amid Prime Minister Mark Carney’s push for nation-building projects and uncertainty around  AI’s impact on the job market, an advocate for British Columbia’s construction industry says there’s no better time to consider a career in the trades. 

Unions, public service employees speak out against Ontario return to office policy

Ontario’s mandate for government employees to return to office five days a week has kicked in starting Monday, much to the dismay of unions and public service workers. 
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Unions, public service employees speak out against Ontario return to office policy

Ontario’s mandate for government employees to return to office five days a week has kicked in starting Monday, much to the dismay of unions and public service workers. 

Ontario will hold firm on U.S. booze ban at LCBO, says finance minister

Ontario’s finance minister says nothing short of full removal of tariffs will bring U.S. booze back to LCBO shelves, doubling-down on a trade irritant that has continued to frustrate President Donald Trump’s administration. Marlene/WebFlag skeds for Jan.
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Ontario will hold firm on U.S. booze ban at LCBO, says finance minister

Ontario’s finance minister says nothing short of full removal of tariffs will bring U.S. booze back to LCBO shelves, doubling-down on a trade irritant that has continued to frustrate President Donald Trump’s administration. Marlene/WebFlag skeds for Jan. 5

Thunder Bay, Ont. university piloting walk that brings 9,000 years of local history to life

Lakehead University is testing a new Two-Eyed Seeing walk that guides participants through Indigenous history, culture and reconciliation on its Thunder Bay campus
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Thunder Bay, Ont. university piloting walk that brings 9,000 years of local history to life

Lakehead University is testing a new Two-Eyed Seeing walk that guides participants through Indigenous history, culture and reconciliation on its Thunder Bay campus

Canadian airlines could be forced to 'up their game' as Ottawa allows more competition from Middle East

Airlines in Canada could be under pressure soon to improve their services as the federal government opens up its skies to more competition from the Middle East.
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Canadian airlines could be forced to 'up their game' as Ottawa allows more competition from Middle East

Airlines in Canada could be under pressure soon to improve their services as the federal government opens up its skies to more competition from the Middle East.

N.S. man sentenced to 4½ years for October 2023 crash that killed 3, including infant

A Nova Scotia man who T-boned another vehicle, killing three people on a rainy, fall night while driving more than twice the legal speed limit has been sentenced to 4½ years in prison.
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N.S. man sentenced to 4½ years for October 2023 crash that killed 3, including infant

A Nova Scotia man who T-boned another vehicle, killing three people on a rainy, fall night while driving more than twice the legal speed limit has been sentenced to 4½ years in prison.

Storm surge threat, higher tides trigger coastal flooding alert for B.C.'s South Coast

A coastal flooding alert is in place this weekend for B.C.’s South Coast, including Metro Vancouver as well as parts of Vancouver Island. Avalanche Canada is warning stormy weather has created potentially dangerous conditions on Vancouver's North Shore moun
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Storm surge threat, higher tides trigger coastal flooding alert for B.C.'s South Coast

A coastal flooding alert is in place this weekend for B.C.’s South Coast, including Metro Vancouver as well as parts of Vancouver Island. Avalanche Canada is warning stormy weather has created potentially dangerous conditions on Vancouver's North Shore mountains.

Thousands evacuated from Pimicikamak Cree Nation after homes, water treatment plant damaged in power outage

The chief of Pimicikamak Cree Nation says hundreds of homes have been «severely compromised» in the aftermath of a days-long power outage that damaged a water treatment plant and plumbing systems, and about 4,000 people have been evacuated.
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Thousands evacuated from Pimicikamak Cree Nation after homes, water treatment plant damaged in power outage

The chief of Pimicikamak Cree Nation says hundreds of homes have been «severely compromised» in the aftermath of a days-long power outage that damaged a water treatment plant and plumbing systems, and about 4,000 people have been evacuated.

First Nation in B.C. develops prefabricated housing system from locally-sourced wood

Nak'azdli Development Corp. in Fort St. James, B.C., has worked with UNBC researchers to develop a prefabricated mass timber panel housing system that works within the local lumber supply chain to build prefabricated houses in northern B.C. communities.
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First Nation in B.C. develops prefabricated housing system from locally-sourced wood

Nak'azdli Development Corp. in Fort St. James, B.C., has worked with UNBC researchers to develop a prefabricated mass timber panel housing system that works within the local lumber supply chain to build prefabricated houses in northern B.C. communities.

Thousands of public, private sector workers will be working from the office again in 2026

The new year will bring some big changes to the rules on in-office work for many employees across the country, including tens of thousands of provincial government staff in Ontario and Alberta, who will soon be required back in the office full time.
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Thousands of public, private sector workers will be working from the office again in 2026

The new year will bring some big changes to the rules on in-office work for many employees across the country, including tens of thousands of provincial government staff in Ontario and Alberta, who will soon be required back in the office full time.

Parts of Alberta just saw some of the most snow they've ever seen in the month of December

As of Dec 28, communities including Grande Prairie, Banff and Fort McMurray had seen one of their wettest Decembers on record.
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Parts of Alberta just saw some of the most snow they've ever seen in the month of December

As of Dec 28, communities including Grande Prairie, Banff and Fort McMurray had seen one of their wettest Decembers on record.

Hudson's Bay is gone but legacy of company that birthed Winnipeg is hidden in plain view

The Hudson's Bay Company faded away in June when the last of its stores ceased operations, but its presence in Winnipeg might never be fully erased.
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Hudson's Bay is gone but legacy of company that birthed Winnipeg is hidden in plain view

The Hudson's Bay Company faded away in June when the last of its stores ceased operations, but its presence in Winnipeg might never be fully erased.

Pimicikamak Cree Nation in northern Manitoba battling burst pipes, other problems as power restored

As power restoration continues in Pimicikamak Cree Nation, community leaders in the northern Manitoba First Nation say residents are now battling burst pipes, flooding and damage after a days-long power outage in extreme cold temperatures.
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Pimicikamak Cree Nation in northern Manitoba battling burst pipes, other problems as power restored

As power restoration continues in Pimicikamak Cree Nation, community leaders in the northern Manitoba First Nation say residents are now battling burst pipes, flooding and damage after a days-long power outage in extreme cold temperatures.

Landfill search for First Nation woman's remains in Thunder Bay, Ont., comes up empty

After a nearly month-long search of the city’s landfill, Deborah Anishinabie’s family is still seeking closure as an investigation into her homicide in Thunder Bay, Ont., continues. Here's what we know about the search for the rest of the 42-year-old's re
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Landfill search for First Nation woman's remains in Thunder Bay, Ont., comes up empty

After a nearly month-long search of the city’s landfill, Deborah Anishinabie’s family is still seeking closure as an investigation into her homicide in Thunder Bay, Ont., continues. Here's what we know about the search for the rest of the 42-year-old's remains, and what First Nation leaders want to see done to address the ongoing crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, Two Spirit and gender-diverse people.

Pimicikamak Cree Nation residents rejoice as power returns after Manitoba Hydro fixes downed line

Power is being restored to Pimicikamak Cree Nation nearly four days after a widespread power outage left community members without heat in freezing winter temperatures and promoted a state of emergency.
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Pimicikamak Cree Nation residents rejoice as power returns after Manitoba Hydro fixes downed line

Power is being restored to Pimicikamak Cree Nation nearly four days after a widespread power outage left community members without heat in freezing winter temperatures and promoted a state of emergency.

Leading economists want less talk, more numbers from federal budget watchdog

This year, two things will happen to Canada's fiscal watchdog: Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques will be replaced or made permanent, and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development will publish its review of the office.
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Leading economists want less talk, more numbers from federal budget watchdog

This year, two things will happen to Canada's fiscal watchdog: Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques will be replaced or made permanent, and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development will publish its review of the office.

Canada's grocery code of conduct kicks in today, with buy-in from 5 major grocers

The voluntary grocery code of conduct for grocers, suppliers, wholesalers and primary producers in Canada is set to fully roll out on Thursday.
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Canada's grocery code of conduct kicks in today, with buy-in from 5 major grocers

The voluntary grocery code of conduct for grocers, suppliers, wholesalers and primary producers in Canada is set to fully roll out on Thursday.

Snowmobiler dies in avalanche in the Rocky Mountains near Tumbler Ridge, B.C.

Avalanche Canada says three snowmobilers were riding about 35 kilometres southwest of Tumbler Ridge when the avalanche was remotely triggered from the base of the slope.
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Snowmobiler dies in avalanche in the Rocky Mountains near Tumbler Ridge, B.C.

Avalanche Canada says three snowmobilers were riding about 35 kilometres southwest of Tumbler Ridge when the avalanche was remotely triggered from the base of the slope.

New year, new tax measures: What to expect in 2026

The coming year will see some changes to existing tax measures, the abandonment of others and some help for personal support workers. But overall changes to the taxes individuals pay will be minor in 2026.
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New year, new tax measures: What to expect in 2026

The coming year will see some changes to existing tax measures, the abandonment of others and some help for personal support workers. But overall changes to the taxes individuals pay will be minor in 2026.

Craig's Cookies workers vote to unionize at 5 Toronto stores as franchise expands nationally

Nearly 90 employees of Craig’s Cookies have voted to unionize across five shops in Toronto as the Canadian cookie chain expands nationally. 
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Craig's Cookies workers vote to unionize at 5 Toronto stores as franchise expands nationally

Nearly 90 employees of Craig’s Cookies have voted to unionize across five shops in Toronto as the Canadian cookie chain expands nationally.