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Supreme Court of Canada agrees to weigh in on B.C. First Nations’ title dispute
The Supreme Court of Canada has agreed to weigh in on a dispute between First…
Man given five months in U.S. jail for smuggling people across border from B.C.
SEATTLE — The U.S. District Attorney’s office in Seattle says a 27-year-old man has been…
Judge weighs sentence for Quebec man found in contempt for swastikas outside his home
MONTREAL — A Superior Court judge will deliberate before deciding what penalty a Quebec man…
One year after B.C.’s short-term rental crackdown, has it made housing cheaper?
Marv Gandall says living in one of Victoria’s largest residential buildings a year ago meant…
Canadiens’ Matheson expects electric Montreal crowd in Game 3: ‘I get goosebumps’
WASHINGTON — Mike Matheson knows firsthand what playoff hockey in Montreal feels like, but even…
In the news today: Leaders stumping coast to coast, drug test strips pros and cons
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Conservatives, Liberals called out over lack of ‘prudence’ in platforms
OTTAWA — Pierre Poilievre is defending the Conservative campaign platform’s heavy reliance on economic growth…
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon to represent Canada at Pope Francis’s funeral Saturday
OTTAWA — Gov. Gen. Mary Simon will represent Canada at the funeral for Pope Francis…
Judge orders Air Canada to pay passengers $10M in damages in class action
MONTREAL — The Quebec Court of Appeal has ordered Air Canada to pay passengers more…
Bells toll, faithful gather in Toronto and Montreal to honour late Pope Francis
TORONTO — Catholic faithful gathered for multiple events in Toronto and Montreal to commemorate the…
Spring, icy snow bring danger to B.C. backcountry, outdoor experts say
Spring is a dangerous time to head into British Columbia’s backcountry, outdoor experts warn, as…
‘Absolutely bonkers’: Bars, restaurants cash in with Canadian NHL teams in playoffs
It was a long seven years for the Ottawa Senators and their fans, having to…
Hikers scramble for alternatives after damage shuts B.C.’s popular Juan de Fuca Trail
Trish Fougner still remembers the taste of the beer she enjoyed after completing the 47-kilometre…
In the news today: Federal leaders spar over platforms, bells toll for Pope Francis
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Advance poll turnout breaks record with 7.3M ballots cast, Elections Canada says
OTTAWA — The waning days of the federal election campaign saw voters turn out in…
Peterman, Gallant aim to secure Olympic spot at world mixed doubles curling playdowns
Curlers Brett Gallant and Jocelyn Peterman have already earned the right to wear the Maple…
Frank and Oak to close all stores, sell intellectual property
Clothing retailer Frank and Oak is closing all 14 of its stores in the coming…
Canada’s Diallo loses to Coric in Madrid Open qualifying match
MADRID — Montreal’s Gabriel Diallo came up short in his bid to claim a main-draw…
Canada Soccer to honour veteran Desiree Scott at May friendly in her native Winnipeg
Veteran midfielder Desiree Scott is calling time on her international soccer career, making her final…
Vancouver Island city-owned clinic on track to sign two more doctors, mayor says
COLWOOD — A British Columbia city on Vancouver Island that’s hiring doctors as municipal employees…
TRENDING NOW: Deer or rabbit? You decide
It was a clear, cold day in Mobridge, South Dakota. An unsuspecting driver was warming…
Canadiens encouraged by comeback despite Game 1 loss to physical Capitals, Ovechkin
WASHINGTON — Martin St. Louis wanted a victory. It didn’t happen Monday night, but the…
In the news today: Vatican announces pope’s funeral for Saturday
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Going Pro: The Curling Group plans to launch professional curling league next spring
TORONTO — The owners of the Grand Slam of Curling series are planning to introduce…