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Oilers forward Vasily Podkolzin takes leave of absence after father’s death
EDMONTON — Edmonton Oilers forward Vasily Podkolzin is taking a leave of absence after his…
Starter Alexander poised to return for Montreal Alouettes to face Calgary Stampeders
It appears the Montreal Alouettes have their starter back. Quarterback Davis Alexander, who has missed…
B.C. government scientists at Ministry of Resources expand strike action
VICTORIA — Scientists working at British Columbia’s Ministry of Water, Land and Resources are expanding…
No. 1 versus No. 2: A look at the Canada-England Rugby World Cup matchup
The two best women’s rugby teams in the world, No. 1 England and No, 2…
Nine NHL teams have a new coach. Here’s what to expect from the changes
When Mike Sullivan’s time in Pittsburgh came to an end after nearly a decade behind…
Sturko’s dismissal from B.C. Conservatives shrinks party’s appeal, analyst says
VICTORIA — A political expert said the expulsion from the B.C. Conservative caucus of Elenore…
Finance minister Bailey says current plans to cut the deficit “won’t bend the curve”
VICTORIA — B.C. Finance Minister Brenda Bailey says government’s plan to find $1.5 billion in…
High-risk sex offender Randall Hopley will live in Vancouver, police warn
VANCOUVER — A high-profile sex offender has been released from prison to live in Vancouver…
BMO Field midway though a $146-million facelift ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
TORONTO — The new video boards are up and running at each corner of BMO…
WNBA’s Tempo add Habs execs to ownership group, two regular-season games in Montreal
TORONTO — Even before Toronto was awarded an WNBA franchise, Geoff Molson wanted to get…
Edmonton Oilers sign forward Vasily Podkolzin to three-year contract extension
EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Vasily Podkolzin to a three-year contract extension,…
Vancouver Whitecaps take shutout streak into matchup against the Portland Timbers
Portland Timbers (11-10-9, eighth in the Western Conference) vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC (16-6-7, second in…
Ostrich farmers hope for ‘miracle’ as CFIA moves to cull flock over avian flu
A last stand to try to save 400 ostriches from an ordered cull is unfolding…
UBCM leaders call on B.C. to fill housing gaps that led to increased homelessness
VICTORIA — Municipal leaders in British Columbia are calling on the provincial government to fill…
Evander Kane brings edge, experience to hometown Vancouver Canucks
PENTICTON — Evander Kane still remembers watching the Vancouver Canucks as a kid. He has…
B.C. public workers’ strike expands to liquor, cannabis distribution warehouses
DELTA — Liquor and cannabis warehouses in British Columbia are now behind picket lines as…
NHL pre-season roundup: Maple Leafs hold off Senators rally for 4-3 win
OTTAWA — The Toronto Maple Leafs jumped out to a 3-0 first-period lead and held…
NSL-leading AFC Toronto plays to 1-1 draw against Halifax Tides FC
TORONTO — Esther Okoronkwo scored the tying goal in the 38th minute as AFC Toronto…
Waterman, D’Avilla and Zinckernagel score goals, Fire beat Minnesota 3-0
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Joel Waterman, Dje D’Avilla and Philip Zinckernagel each scored a…
WHL roundup: Dean, O’Neil lead Oil Kings to 4-1 win over Rebels
EDMONTON — Dylan Dean and Andrew O’Neil each had a goal and assist as the…
Ocampo, Cabrera lead Whitecaps to 2-0 win over Sporting KC
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Édier Ocampo scored two minutes into the match, Kenji Cabrera…
Trio leads Whitecaps to 2-0 victory over Sporting KC
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Édier Ocampo scored two minutes into the match, Kenji Cabrera…
Parker and Choupo-Moting score goals, Coronel has 6 saves as Red Bulls beat Montreal 2-0
MONTREAL (AP) — Tim Parker and Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting each scored a goal, Carlos Miguel…
‘Draw the Line’ rallies across Canada challenge elements of Carney’s agenda
TORONTO — Canadians in several major cities demonstrated Saturday against elements of the Liberal government’s…