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Singh won't break pact with Liberals despite concern PM isn't protecting democracy
OTTAWA - Federal New Democrat Leader Jagmeet Singh is not willing to break ranks with the minority Liberal government, even after criticizing the prime minister for failing to protect Canada's democra...
Jun 14, 2024
Toronto FC looks to reduce 'needless' cautions and cut back on conceding late goals
TORONTO - Discipline was a topic of discussion this week for Toronto FC, which has conceded 12 goals in the last 15 minutes of league games this season. Only San Jose, which languishes in the league b...
Jun 14, 2024
Victims of workplace harassment, sexual violence can get free legal counsel in Quebec
QUBEC - Quebec has announced $2.4 million over four years to cover the legal expenses for people who file claims of psychological harassment or sexual violence in the workplace. Employment Minister Je...
Jun 14, 2024
Andreescu through to semifinals at Libema Open with win over Osaka
'S-HERTOGENBOSCH - Canada's Bianca Andreescu continued her comeback from injury with a 6-4, 3-6, 7-6 (3) win over former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka of Japan in quarterfinal action Friday at the Libema Op...
Jun 14, 2024
Canada to host G7 leaders' summit in Kananaskis, Alta., next June
OTTAWA - Canada says it will host the G7 summit next year in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. The announcement comes as this year's leaders' meeting continues in Apulia, Italy. The member countries -...
Jun 14, 2024
Justice Department won't prosecute Garland for contempt, says refusal to provide audio wasn't crime
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Justice Department says Attorney General Merrick Garland will not be prosecuted for contempt of Congress after refusing to turn over audio of President Joe Biden's interview in h...
Jun 14, 2024
B.C. establishes largest provincial park in a decade to protect threatened caribou
VICTORIA - A major provincial park expansion will create a protection zone of almost 2,000 square kilometres for caribou and other species in northeastern British Columbia. The Ministry of Environment...
Jun 14, 2024
B.C. establishes largest provincial park in a decade to protect threatened caribou
VICTORIA - A major provincial park expansion will create a protection zone of almost 2,000 square kilometres for caribou and other species in northeastern British Columbia. The Ministry of Environment...
Jun 14, 2024
NFL veteran Christian Covington a 'perfect addition' to B.C. Lions roster
VANCOUVER - Christian Covington probably could have finagled his way out of making an appearance in the B.C. Lions' rookie talent show. After all, he isn't exactly new to professional football. The 30...
Jun 14, 2024
Veteran cornerback Jamal Peters resumes practising with Hamilton Tiger-Cats
HAMILTON - Jamal Peters could return just in time to face the buzz saw that is Shawn Bane Jr. The veteran cornerback resumed practising this week with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. He missed their season-o...
Jun 14, 2024