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5 people hospitalized in E. coli outbreak linked to Pillsbury brand Pizza Pops
The Public Health Agency of Canada is reporting a fifth hospitalization in an E. coli…
No faith in fossil fuels? Why some religious leaders are speaking out on climate change
TORONTO — Anglican Deacon Michael Van Dusen typically has plans for the Christmas season that…
Western and Northern Canada braces for chilly, snowy Christmas
Frigid temperatures across much of Western Canada include advisories warning parts of Alberta to prepare…
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s holiday message to Canadians
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says the holiday season is a time to slow…
Santa cleared for Christmas Eve travel, transport minister says
OTTAWA — The federal transport minister says Santa Claus has been cleared for travel in…
Ottawa runs budgetary deficit of $18.4 billion for April-to-October period
OTTAWA — The federal government ran a budgetary deficit of $18.4 billion for its April-to-October…
In the news: New poll says 2026 looking up, Canada must stay strong on US trade talks
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
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VICTORIA — Veterinary pathologist Stephen Raverty says answers about the recent deaths of three whales…
About one-third of Canadians optimistic about the new year: survey
OTTAWA — This year has been marked by economic upheaval, global conflict and climate change-induced…
For B.C. whale coroner, a gruesome duty to ‘revered’ animals approached with humility
VICTORIA — When veterinary pathologist Stephen Raverty is chest deep in work, the term takes…
How can E. coli survive in frozen and microwaved Pillsbury Pizza Pops?
TORONTO — A Pillsbury brand Pizza Pop may not seem like an obvious candidate for…
QuickList on the 26 Alberta politicians facing citizen recall petitions
Citizen-led recall petitions were officially approved Tuesday against three more Alberta legislature members, bringing the…
B.C. court orders alleged U.S fraudster to explain millions sent to disbarred lawyer
VANCOUVER — The British Columbia Supreme Court has ordered a man accused of participating in…
Three more Alberta recall petitions issued against politicians, bringing total to 26
EDMONTON — Elections Alberta issued three more recall petitions Tuesday for members of the provincial…
Quebecers urged to avoid ERs amid flu and respiratory virus ‘maelstrom’
MONTREAL — Quebecers are being urged to avoid unnecessary emergency-room visits amid what one infectious-disease…
Convicted terrorist Said Namouh still poses risk of violent extremism: parole board
MONTREAL — A Quebec man convicted in 2009 of plotting international terrorist attacks with a…
Yukon power grid under ‘significant’ strain as deep freeze grips Western Canada
WHITEHORSE — Bitter cold in the Yukon is straining the power grid and the territory’s…
Federal health minister to launch strategy on men’s and boys’ health in 2026
OTTAWA — The federal government is planning to release a strategy on men’s and boys’…
Purple haze in the sky over Delta, B.C., sets off awe, curiosity and questions
On the darkest nights of winter when the cloud cover is just right, there’s a…
Fact File: Santa Claus received Canadian citizenship, but nationality disputed
Canada says Santa Claus is a Canadian citizen, and it claims Canadian sovereignty extends to…
FBI sought interview with former prince Andrew during Peter Nygard investigation
OTTAWA — The FBI and U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York sought…
Ontario lawyer accused of advising witness murder in Ryan Wedding case granted bail
TORONTO — An Ontario lawyer accused of advising the murder of a federal witness in…
Real GDP fell 0.3 per cent in October amid manufacturing slowdown: StatCan
The Canadian economy slowed in October amid a pullback in the manufacturing sector, as economists…
Quebec paramedics, ambulance technicians to strike Dec. 24 but keep essential service
MONTREAL — Workers for nearly 40 ambulance services across Quebec are planning an unlimited strike…