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In the news today: Ottawa eyeing Quebec LNG project, Israeli envoy critical of Carney
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Israeli envoy says communications with Ottawa have ‘deteriorated’ under Carney
OTTAWA — Israel’s envoy to Canada says dialogue between his government and Ottawa has “deteriorated”…
Alberta ‘on notice’ Coastal B.C. nations opposed to pipeline proposal
The head of a group representing First Nations along British Columbia’s coast says they will…
Alberta re-enters pipeline arena, plans to propose new oil pipeline to B.C. coast
CALGARY — Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta is committing $14 million to a West Coast…
Law professor would be ‘surprised’ if High Court takes case of B.C. ostrich farm
A law professor at the University of Ottawa says he would be surprised if the…
Latest American tariffs on B.C. lumber are ‘absurd,’ says Premier David Eby
VICTORIA — It is “completely absurd” that softwood lumber exports from British Columbia to the…
U.S. approves sale of mobile artillery rocket systems to Canada
WASHINGTON — The U.S. State Department has approved the possible sale of M142 High Mobility…
Canada Post CEO says he supports Ottawa’s plan to shore up its shaky finances
OTTAWA — The CEO of Canada Post says he supports the government’s plans to shore…
Marineland decries Ottawa decision to bar export of remaining beluga whales to China
TORONTO — Marineland says it is “profoundly” disappointed by the federal government’s decision to deny…
Sault Ste. Marie MP says Algoma Steel loans ‘absolutely critical’ to its survival
OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump tried and failed to “wipe Algoma Steel off the…
Sole possession of second in West Division up for grabs when Lions host Stampeders
Nathan Rourke and the B.C. Lions appear to be making their late-season push. B.C. (8-7)…
Joly says Ottawa will be ‘hawkish’ on competition to restore affordability
OTTAWA — Ottawa will aggressively push competition between companies in a bid to ease the…
The Stanley Cup still runs through Florida and an Atlantic Division as dominant as ever
Of the NHL’s four divisions, the Atlantic has stood above all recently and that is…
NHL fines Senators’ Cousins, Hodgson after chippy pre-season game against Canadiens
NEW YORK — The NHL issued fines to Ottawa Senators forwards Nick Cousins and Hayden…
Lawyer for man accused of accessing PM’s banking data awaits info in ‘involved’ case
OTTAWA — The lawyer for a man accused of accessing Prime Minister Mark Carney’s banking…
Talented Tampa Bay Lightning are aiming for playoff success and another run at the Stanley Cup
Tampa Bay Lightning Last season: 47-27-8, lost to Florida in first round. COACH: Jon Cooper…
Fact File: American social media posts mislead on Canadian gun laws
A federal buyback of assault-style firearms from individual owners announced earlier this month prompted misleading…
Vancouver set to open PWHL season against fellow expansion Seattle on Nov. 21
TORONTO — The PWHL is set to return on Nov. 21. The league released its…
Expectations remain low in Buffalo, where Ruff-coached Sabres seek to snap 14-season playoff drought
Buffalo Sabres Last season: 36-39-7, extended NHL-record playoff drought to a 14th season. COACH: Lindy…
Canada in “investment crisis” business council says in federal budget submission
OTTAWA — The Business Council of Canada says Canada is in an “investment crisis” but…
NHL pre-season roundup: Canadiens’ power play helps to sink Senators 5-0
QUÉBEC — Patrik Laine and Alexandre Carrier scored second-period goals two minutes and 41 seconds…
Carney marks ‘devastating legacy’ of residential schools in Ottawa event
OTTAWA — The federal government will “match remembrance with responsibility,” Prime Minister Mark Carney promised…
Cornerback Lorenzo Burns brings winning pedigree to Montreal Alouettes secondary
There’s plenty for cornerback Lorenzo Burns and the Montreal Alouettes to be happy about these…
As public service cuts loom, local Ottawa agency eyes growing defence industry
OTTAWA — With the prospect of public service cuts looming over the capital, an Ottawa…