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Liberals promise new funds for cash-strapped coast guard, fisheries department
OTTAWA - The Trudeau government has promised an infusion of much-needed cash for the Canadian Coast Guard and federal Fisheries Department, which documents show have suffered from years of chronic und...
Oct 25, 2017
Saskatchewan throne speech promises laws on intimate images, separate schools
REGINA - Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall has introduced his final throne speech in the legislature before his upcoming retirement in January. Here’s a look at some of the promises in the speech: ...
Oct 25, 2017
Bombers can clinch home playoff game with victory over B.C. Lions
Justin Medlock and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers have another chance to clinch a home playoff game. Medlock’s errant 40-yard field goal attempt gave the Toronto Argonauts a 29-28 home win over Winni...
Oct 25, 2017
Dash cams could help in Highway 40 shooting investigation
The search continues for the suspect or suspects that shot at three vehicles on Highway 40 last week. RCMP have confirmed that all three vehicles were shot at within half an hour of each other on Octo...
Oct 25, 2017
Judo Federation chastises Abu Dhabi over Israeli treatment
JERUSALEM - The International Judo Federation is demanding that the United Arab Emirates treat Israeli athletes equally after reports it is banning the Israeli flag at an upcoming contest. The Abu Dha...
Oct 25, 2017
Steve Ladurantaye not returning as managing editor of CBC's 'The National'
TORONTO - The former managing editor of “The National” who was reassigned in the wake of a cultural appropriation controversy will not be returning to the CBC’s flagship news program...
Oct 25, 2017
Dalhousie withdraws complaint against student leader for 'white fragility' post
HALIFAX - Dalhousie University is withdrawing a complaint against a student leader who criticized “white fragility” during a campus controversy over Canada 150 celebrations. The Halifax un...
Oct 25, 2017
Fishing tournament winners belatedly receive their millions
OCEAN CITY, Md. - The organizers of a multimillion dollar fishing tournament held more than two months ago say they will now pay the winners their prize money after an investigation that included lie-...
Oct 25, 2017
Trump administration sides with NFL in sports betting case
TRENTON, N.J. - The Trump administration is siding with professional sports leagues in their opposition to allowing New Jersey to offer sports betting, while Republican Gov. Chris Christie is calling ...
Oct 25, 2017
Group calls for mandatory crisis intervention training for Ontario police officers
An advocacy group is calling on the Ontario government to make crisis intervention and de-escalation training mandatory for those studying to become police officers in the province. The Toronto chapte...
Oct 25, 2017