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AI safety advocates say bill a good ‘first step’ on regulation, but more needed
The federal government’s proposed online safety legislation is a good start on regulating artificial intelligence…
Communities across Canada celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day
OTTAWA — Events were held across the country on Sunday to mark the 30th National…
Quebec town of Terrasse-Vaudreuil recognizes trees as living beings with rights
MONTREAL — A small town west of Montreal has decided to officially recognize trees as…
Muslim group and federal culture minister decry alleged attack on imam in Victoria
VICTORIA — Muslim groups and Culture Minister Marc Miller are decrying an alleged attack on…
‘Keep focused’: Lytton, B.C., under evacuation orders years after devastating blaze
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Judith Urquhart said she’s doing what she has to do to remain focused and prepare…
Independent observer named to monitor Montreal police racism investigation
MONTRÉAL — Quebec Domestic Security Minister Ian Lafrenière has appointed an independent observer to oversee…
N.B. gallery aims to spark debate with urine-soaked crucifix photo, Tory MP weighs in
FREDERICTON — An art gallery in Eastern Canada is leveraging a notorious, damaged photograph of…
Bid to narrow transparency law ‘a move in the wrong direction,’ info watchdog says
OTTAWA — Information commissioner Caroline Maynard says a federal proposal to narrow the scope of…
Here’s what you need to know about Ottawa’s new policies on social media and AI
OTTAWA — Over the last two weeks of the parliamentary sitting, the Liberal government made…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 1:25…
Environment Canada cancels tornado watch for Prince George, B.C.
PRINCE GEORGE — A tornado watch issued Friday for a section of central B.C. that…
B.C. nurses vote 67 per cent to reject tentative deal in ‘frustration,’ union says
VANCOUVER — Members of the union representing 60,000 British Columbia nurses have voted to reject…
Ottawa adding $5.4B for child care; provinces, advocates had warned progress at risk
The federal government is giving provinces and territories an additional $5.4 billion over two years…
Canada midfielder Ismaël Koné undergoes surgery to repair broken leg at World Cup
VANCOUVER — Filling an Ismaël Koné-sized hole in Canada’s lineup won’t be easy as the…
Big World Cup win raises odds of Team Canada knockout matches in Vancouver
VANCOUVER — Canada’s resounding World Cup win over Qatar doesn’t just put the team in…
Inuit could pursue foreign partners if relationship with Ottawa sours: ITK leader
OTTAWA — Canada’s national Inuit organization is calling on the federal government to be better…
Frank Stronach found guilty on two charges related to two women in sex assault trial
TORONTO — Billionaire businessman Frank Stronach was found guilty Friday of two charges out of…
Raccoon rabies outbreak still growing, Quebec public health officials say
LONGUEUIL — Quebec public health officials are sounding the alarm as rabies cases continue to…
Montreal police admit they’re aware Black staff fear reprisals for denouncing racism
MONTREAL — Montreal’s police department says it knows some Black employees fear reprisals for denouncing…
Ottawa imposes 10 per cent tariffs on some canned vegetable imports
OTTAWA — The federal government is levying a temporary 10 per cent tariff on some…
Grieving friend says Canadian shot dead in South Africa wasn’t asking guide about gun
OTTAWA — A Canadian man killed Wednesday in an apparent accident at a wildlife park…
Driver arrested in Vancouver after police chase and crash near World Cup fans
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VANCOUVER — Vancouver police say they arrested a prohibited driver who crashed his car while…
Global effort targeted fake computer updates tied to Russian cybercriminals: RCMP
OTTAWA — The RCMP says it worked with international partners to deal a blow to…
In the news today: Stronach ruling expected, protein shortages, Palestinian exhibit
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…