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Lawyers say language change in First Nations water bill looks to shield government
OTTAWA — Two lawyers say the blurring of language on the right of First Nations…
Retail and online sales of non-prescription hearing aids now allowed in B.C.
VICTORIA — B.C. has turned up access to hearing aids. The provincial government says in…
Senior Cuban diplomat says Havana ready to fight U.S., praises Canadian aid
OTTAWA — Cuba is prepared for a fight with the United States and is praising…
U.S. Homeland Security secretary calls out ‘fracturing’ relationship with Canada
WASHINGTON — U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said the “fracturing” relationship between Canada and…
Kristi Noem joins B.C. mineral exploration company NovaRed Mining in advisory role
VANCOUVER — Former U.S. Homeland Security secretary Kristi Noem has joined B.C. mineral exploration company…
Quebec Labour Minister Jean Boulet to leave politics at end of term
QUÉBEC — Another Coalition Avenir Québec cabinet minister is leaving politics. Labour Minister Jean Boulet…
British TV personality Jeremy Clarkson reveals prostate cancer in final ‘Clarkson’s Farm’ episodes
LONDON (AP) — British television personality Jeremy Clarkson revealed on his farm reality show that…
StatCan estimates population edged lower in the first quarter of 2026
OTTAWA — Statistics Canada estimates the population edged down 0.1 per cent in the first…
What you need to know as the deadline for formally extending CUSMA approaches
WASHINGTON — A major benchmark is coming up for the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement on trade, known…
Carney talks China EVs with Trump at G7 summit, announces Russia sanctions
ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS — Prime Minister Mark Carney appeared to pitch U.S. President Donald Trump on Canada’s…
Cape Verde’s Vozinha becomes an Instagram sensation thanks to his saves and a streamer’s push
GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — When shown the number of Instagram followers he had gained after…
Canada risks missing economic boom by leaving Africa envoy position vacant: senator
OTTAWA — Ottawa might scrap the position of special envoy to Africa, despite House of…
Liberal government tables new First Nations drinking water legislation
OTTAWA — New legislation tabled by the government on Tuesday will create a legislative framework…
Small town rodeo parade cancelled amid backlash over rejected pro-Alberta float
Alberta’s heated debate over whether it should stay in Canada has led to harassment, threats…
Watchdog says tax code is ‘completely nuts’ and calls for simplification, automation
OTTAWA — Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson François Boileau is pushing for simplified, automated tax filing as his…
LeBlanc says it’s not a ‘one-way conversation’ after G7 meeting with U.S. trade rep
ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS — Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said talks with his American counterpart on a…
Paris Hilton returns to Utah ‘troubled teen’ facility to support others who allege mistreatment
SPRINGVILLE, Utah (AP) — Paris Hilton returned Monday to the Utah boarding school where she…
A taste of home, yerba mate is a shared bond for many World Cup fans
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Alongside their flags, jerseys and songs, fans at World Cup…
Assessment shows ’25 Grey Cup generated over $93 million in economic activity
TORONTO — The 2025 Grey Cup generated over $93 million in economic activity across Canada,…
Fewer fatalities but more injuries on Quebec roads in 2025, data shows
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MONTRÉAL — Quebec’s auto insurance board says fewer people died on the province’s roads last…
‘Obsession’ is a sensation. Everyone, including Curry Barker, is trying to figure out what it means
NEW YORK (AP) — Days before “Obsession” opened in theaters, its 26-year-old director, Curry Barker,…
From YouTube to Hollywood: Digital creators are remaking the movie business
NEW YORK (AP) — Some of the most promising young filmmakers in the movie business…
Steve Harvey: God’s blessings come with a duty to give back
Steve Harvey believes his decades of success as an entertainer, motivational speaker and author are…
Canada begins talks with Italy on buying advanced trainer jets
ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS — Canada and Italy have entered talks for Canada’s purchase of M-346 advanced jet…