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Immigration minister’s office defends strict new timelines for refugee claims
OTTAWA — Immigration Minister Lena Diab’s office is defending new rules that may strike down…
Toronto Tempo sign guard Dara Mabrey to training camp contract
TORONTO — The Toronto Tempo have signed guard Dara Mabrey to a training camp contract,…
Senators sign forward Blake Montgomery to three-year entry-level contract
OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators have signed left-winger Blake Montgomery to a three-year entry-level contract,…
Canadian electronic artist Rezz cancels Coachella Weekend 2 set over health concerns
There will be one less Canadian performing at Coachella’s second weekend. Ukrainian-Canadian electronic artist Rezz…
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy pursues more arms deals with allies
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s top diplomatic priority is securing allies’ help to buy and…
Cree baby takes first steps on Parliament Hill in historic ceremony
OTTAWA — Six-month-old Annora Crowe held her parents’ hands as she emerged from a teepee…
Toronto proposes $10 fee for World Cup fan fest after initially promoting free entry
TORONTO — The City of Toronto is proposing a $10 charge for admission to its…
Ontario family says Canadian man killed in Israeli attack in Lebanon
A Canadian man who lived in Windsor, Ont., was killed last week by Israeli forces…
Oilpatch holding off on investment changes despite crude price surge
CALGARY — Canadian oil and gas producers are benefiting from the surge in commodity prices…
World Cup co-hosts Canada look for breakthrough on home soil in Group B
The pressure is on co-host Canada to advance past the group stage for the first…
In the news today: Quebec premier swearing in, Ontario jails, B.C. bear attack
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Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Goldeneyes impressed with skill, versatility of rookie Samoskevich
VANCOUVER — Hannah Miller likes what she sees in Madison Samoskevich. Miller, the veteran, and…
From hockey to the Arctic: Five things shared by Finland and Canada
Alexander Stubb, President of Finland, left, and Prime Minister Mark Carney shake hands as they…
Stewart and Steer go deep, Reds beat Giants
CINCINNATI (AP) — Spencer Steer and Sal Stewart hit solo home runs and Brady Singer…
Brewers’ Murphy criticizes booing of Megill while pondering how to get him back on track
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy is leaving open the possibility he could…
Goldeneyes keep slim playoff hopes alive with 4-1 win over Torrent
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Hannah Miller scored early in the second and the Vancouver…
Brewers’ Christian Yelich likely to miss at least a month with adductor strain
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers outfielder/designated hitter Christian Yelich is expected to miss at least…
Goldeneyes keep slim playoff hopes alive with 4-1 win over Torrent
VANCOUVER — Centre Hanna Miller scored a milestone goal as the Vancouver Goldeneyes kept their…
Blue Jays batter Brewers’ bullpen to win 9-7 in 10 innings as Milwaukee drops 6th straight
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Vladimir Guerrero Jr. doubled home the go-ahead run in the 10th inning…
Finnish president talks diplomacy in visit to Ottawa
OTTAWA — Finnish President Alexander Stubb made stops at Rideau Hall and a hockey rink…
Jankowski’s 3rd-period goal lifts Hurricanes past Islanders 2-1
NEW YORK (AP) — Mark Jankowski scored the go-ahead goal in the third period, and…
Advocates urge Ottawa to crack down on slave labour, end yearlong watchdog vacancy
OTTAWA — A multi-party group of parliamentarians is urging Ottawa to step up its efforts…
Vancouver mayor Sim moves to launch bid for Major League Baseball expansion team
VANCOUVER — Vancouver’s mayor is putting his city’s name in the running for an expansion…
Atletico Madrid withstands Barcelona’s early blitz to reach the Champions League semifinals
MADRID (AP) — Long after the game against Barcelona ended, Atletico Madrid players were back…