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The Canadian Press
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Yukon officials outline power concerns after cold snap tested grid capacity
Officials in charge of Yukon’s power grid say rotating blackouts are a “last resort,” and…
Former envoy says Ottawa is ‘parroting’ Trump’s anti-democratic approach to Venezuela
OTTAWA — Canada’s former ambassador to Venezuela says Ottawa is “parroting” Washington’s anti-democratic line by…
Venezuelans in Canada share mixed emotions in wake of Maduro’s capture
TORONTO — Venezuelans in Canada are dealing with a mix of emotions after the United…
Carney heads to China next week for first visit by a prime minister in eight years
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with President Xi Jinping in Beijing next…
Quebec residences get training to become more inclusive and safe for LGBTQ+ seniors
MONTREAL — A Quebec foundation is hoping to train 10,000 people on making seniors residences…
NDP leadership candidates sprint to final fundraising, membership deadlines
OTTAWA — NDP leadership candidates are entering the final sprint to sign up members and…
Big streamers challenging financial disclosure rules in CRTC Cancon decision
OTTAWA — Large foreign streaming companies are fighting a requirement by the federal broadcast regulator…
Winnipeg Jets push back ski goggle giveaway after Swiss ski resort fire
WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Jets are postponing a ski-related promotion in the wake of a…
B.C. skip Taylor Reese-Hansen’s breakout season will include Scotties debut
When Taylor Reese-Hansen was asked to provide a life goal for her yearbook entry in…
Woman, 90, is fourth Quebec senior to die after being found outside in past month
MONTREAL — Quebec’s coroner is investigating the case of a 90-year-old woman who died after…
From selling medical devices to representing Canada, Listro has lived and learned
From selling medical devices to representing Canada, Jordyn Listro has lived and learned. After starting…
Mae Martin ‘thrilled’ queer Canadian stories are embraced as ‘Wayward,’ ‘Heated Rivalry’ earn GLAAD nods
TORONTO — Mae Martin says they’re grateful Canada has reached a point where queer stories…
First Nations chiefs alarmed by feds’ lack of commitment to protecting source water
OTTAWA — Some First Nations chiefs say Indigenous Services Minister Mandy Gull-Masty’s recent refusal to…
Police investigate deaths of two people found in Delta, B.C., home
DELTA, B.C. — The Delta Police Department says it is investigating the deaths of two…
Trump says U.S. will ‘be there’ for NATO as threats toward Greenland rattle alliance
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said the United States will “be there” for NATO after…
McKenna hopes world juniors propel strong second half in NCAA with NHL draft looming
Gavin McKenna has a specific way of centring himself. The once slam-dunk No. 1 overall…
Canada’s Diallo upset by wildcard Wong in second round of Hong Kong Open
HONG KONG — Canadian tennis player Gabriel Diallo was eliminated in the second round of…
B.C. Lions release defensive back Carter so he can pursue NFL opportunities
VANCOUVER — The B.C. Lions released Robert Carter Jr., on Wednesday to allow the American…
Fulmer says B.C. Conservatives must be a grand coalition as he enters leadership race
VICTORIA — Yuri Fulmer says the Conservative Party of B.C. needs to be a “grand…
Canada’s world junior bronze medal win positive for most Proline players
It wasn’t gold, but Canada’s finish at the world junior hockey championship resonated well with…
Man arrested in connection with three armed robberies in Burnaby, B.C.
BURNABY — Police say a man linked to a string of armed robberies in Metro…
Veteran winger Derrick Etienne Jr. signs new contract with Toronto FC
TORONTO — Toronto FC has signed veteran winger Derrick Etienne Jr. to a new contract…
Ex-Listuguj police officer faces charges after Quebec police watchdog investigation
MONTREAL — A former officer with the Listuguj Police Department is facing criminal charges following…
No one injured in extortion-related shooting in Delta, B.C.: police
DELTA — Police in Delta, B.C., say they are looking into a shooting linked to…