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Thu, 8 Dec 2022 04:00:00 EST
A fraction of air passengers used ArriveCAN in first month app was optional
Fewer than a fifth of international arrivals to three of Canada's busiest airports used the ArriveCAN app in the first month after it was made optional.

Thu, 1 Dec 2022 18:03:11 EST
Alleged Winnipeg serial killer threatened to kill 2 previous partners, court records reveal

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 22:32:40 EST
How does increasing interest rates actually help curb inflation?
Once again, the Bank of Canada has raised its benchmark interest rate — this time to 4.25 per cent — reassuring us that its seemingly unending series of hikes are going to eventually help take th...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 19:18:20 EST
AFN chiefs adopt unified front, demand Ottawa pay 'minimum' of $20B to child welfare survivors
Assembly of First Nations chiefs agreed to set their differences aside and demand Canada immediately compensate people harmed by the underfunded on-reserve child-welfare system in an 11th hour show of...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 16:10:57 EST
B.C. records at least 5 influenza deaths in children in November as doctors warn of surging cases
B.C. recorded at least five influenza-related deaths in children in November, a marked increase from previous years, triggering warnings from doctors across Canada about the severity of this year's in...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 21:26:24 EST
Unnamed donor gives record $33.8 million to MS research in B.C.
A $33.8 million donation has been made by an anonymous donor to advance research for multiple sclerosis (MS) in B.C. The University of British Columbia says it's the largest known donation for MS rese...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 15:28:20 EST
How you can watch Mars disappear behind the full moon tonight
If you happen to have clear skies on Wednesday night, you’ll be able to catch a planet disappearing behind the moon.

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 09:10:10 EST
Bank of Canada raises rate again to 4.25% — but opens door to staying there
The Bank of Canada raised its benchmark interest rate for the 7th time this year, but gave its strongest indication yet that it may be nearing the end of the current cycle of rate hikes. ...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 19:04:04 EST
Sweeping powers for cabinet, premier scrapped from bill as Alberta Sovereignty Act nears finish line
The Alberta legislature has voted to remove from the government's sovereignty bill a controversial provision that granted Premier Danielle Smith's cabinet the power to bypass the legislature and rewri...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 17:40:31 EST
First Nations leaders adopt resolutions that promote gender equality, inclusivity at assembly
First Nations leaders are gathered in Ottawa for the 2022 Assembly of First Nations' Special Chiefs Assembly. While few resolutions have been discussed so far, two were passed that signal a shift in g...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 15:11:17 EST
Transgender Irish teen given chance to argue risks of his deportation after family speaks out
The Canada Border Services Agency has invited a transgender teen to apply for a risk assessment before he is removed from the country. This comes after the 19-year-old's family — trapped for 21 mont...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 14:15:57 EST
First Nations demand withdrawal of proposed Alberta Sovereignty, Saskatchewan First acts
Chiefs connected with the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations, Treaty 6 and Treaty 7 say the acts infringe on treaty rights and that making amendments to them wouldn’t be enough. ...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 16:27:55 EST
Dollarama sees another strong quarter as demand for affordable products continues
Dollarama Inc. recorded another strong quarter as inflationary pressures continue to drive consumer demand for consumable products at the discount retailer.

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 13:36:01 EST
Hockey star Marie-Philip Poulin named Canada's top athlete of 2022
Hockey star Marie-Philip Poulin was voted Canada's top athlete of 2022 on Wednesday. The Quebec native takes home the Northern Star Award, formerly known as the Lou Marsh Trophy, after leading Canada ...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 07:00:00 EST
Judge tears apart health authority's case claiming nightclub flouted COVID-19 restrictions
The first hint the Crown might have trouble winning its case against a nightclub accused of posting videos on social media of patrons flouting COVID-19 restrictions came when the judge overseeing it a...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 15:03:25 EST
Panel delivers vision for fewer cars, better experience in Banff National Park
Limiting access to cars, amping up transit and a gondola? Expert panel report on Banff congestion issues released for feedback.

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 12:13:30 EST
Government will review RCMP contract awarded to China-linked company
Government officials says the federal government will investigate an RCMP equipment contract awarded to a company with ties to China's government — and will also change its approach to procur...

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 10:04:08 EST
New $2 coin honouring life of Queen Elizabeth goes into circulation this month
The Royal Canadian Mint has released a new $2 coin to mark the passing of Canada's recently deceased head of state, Queen Elizabeth.

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 12:09:30 EST
Ottawa not legally required to bring Canadians home from Syria, federal lawyer tells court
The Charter of Rights and Freedoms does not obligate Ottawa to repatriate Canadians held in Syrian camps, a government lawyer told a Federal Court hearing Tuesday.

Wed, 7 Dec 2022 04:00:00 EST
Smaller turkeys, fewer gifts: How Canadians are preparing for an expensive holiday season
From stuffing a turkey to stuffing stockings, this festive season is set to be more expensive due to high inflation. While you tie a bow on your celebratory plans, here are the higher prices to watch ...



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