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Ottawa amps up criticism of Israel over ‘appalling conditions’ in Gaza
OTTAWA — Ottawa issued a stronger condemnation of Israel’s restrictions on food aid in Gaza…
Quebec recourse for victims to remove intimate images shared without consent online
MONTREAL — A Quebec law comes into effect Wednesday that will give people quick access…
Inflation volatility, tariff uncertainty keep Bank of Canada sidelined
OTTAWA — The unpredictability of the United States’ trade war and signs of creeping inflation…
Steel industry, labour leaders call for government action as U.S. tariffs spike
TORONTO — Canada’s steel industry needs the federal government to take swift action as it…
Fraser apologizes, says comments on Indigenous consultation eroded trust
OTTAWA — Justice Minister Sean Fraser apologized Wednesday for comments he made about the government’s…
In the news today: Steel and aluminum tariffs double to 50 per cent
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Trump signs order to double tariffs on steel, aluminum Wednesday
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday to double steel…
Eby says he won’t be changing mind on another B.C. pipeline, rebuffing Ford
B.C. Premier David Eby says he won’t be throwing his support behind a new oil…
About 15,000 have fled Saskatchewan wildfires and more coming: Premier Moe
PRINCE ALBERT — As Manitoba grapples with wildfires that have forced more than 17,000 people…
Carney says he’ll ‘take note’ of opposition motion to table a spring economic update
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney said he will “take note” of the successful opposition…
Indigenous services minister says First Nations support for developments ‘critical’
OTTAWA — The federal minister of Indigenous services says she and the other Indigenous members…
Parole for former B.C. health official who sexually assaulted boy
The former chief medical health officer for British Columbia’s Interior Health Authority has been granted…
Federal bill includes new security powers to tighten border, immigration system
OTTAWA — Proposed federal legislation would give authorities new powers to search mail, make it…
Canada’s domestic tourism industry could net billions due to U.S. trade war: report
OTTAWA — Canada’s tourism industry might be in for a boost as Canadians boycott the…
Duty free stores look for financial support as cross-border traffic drops
OTTAWA — An association representing duty free stores and a group of 15 mayors from…
Premiers heap praise on meeting with Carney, but no specific projects identified
SASKATOON — Ontario Premier Doug Ford said Monday’s gathering of the country’s premiers to talk…
Removing Chinese tariffs on Canadian agriculture products a priority, says Carney
SASKATOON — The federal government plans to work urgently to remove Chinese tariffs on Canadian…
Israeli envoy pushes back as Ottawa calls out ‘disturbing’ food restrictions on Gaza
OTTAWA — The MP overseeing Canada’s foreign aid is calling on Israel to stop restricting…
Newfoundland voters concerned after apparent voter mistakes void hundreds of ballots
ST. JOHN’S — Two voters in Newfoundland say they hope Elections Canada can learn from…
Former PM Harper calls for renewed ties with India, does not mention murder probe
OTTAWA — Former prime minister Stephen Harper is calling on Canada to move past its…
Despite pushback, Montreal forges ahead with strict new short-term rental rules
MONTREAL — Montreal is forging ahead with new rules banning many short-term rentals for nine…
In the news today: More join the thousands fleeing wildfires in Sask.
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Israel says it has recovered the bodies of 2 Israeli-American hostages from the Gaza Strip
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel has recovered the bodies of two Israeli-American hostages taken…
Wildfire forces more out in Saskatchewan, hotels open up for Manitoba evacuees
Winnipeg hotels were opening up Monday to evacuees who fled their homes due to raging…