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Corrections defends Bernardo's privacy, as it faces calls to detail transfer reason
OTTAWA - The Correctional Service of Canada is defending Paul Bernardo's privacy rights after the public safety minister said they should be waived. Marco Mendicino says Canadians deserve to know why ...
Jun 09, 2023
Blue Jays designate reliever Bass for assignment ahead of Pride Weekend
TORONTO - Reliever Anthony Bass has been designated for assignment by the Toronto Blue Jays. It's the latest development in a controversy that began last week when Bass shared a social media post that...
Jun 09, 2023
China's Carl Yuan takes lead in second round of RBC Canadian Open
TORONTO - China's Carl Yuan is the clubhouse leader in the second round of the RBC Canadian Open. He shot a 5-under 67 to move into sole possession of the top spot at 9 under overall. Corey Conners of...
Jun 09, 2023
New Brunswick's proposed education policy change sparks backlash in Ottawa
OTTAWA - The New Brunswick government is facing criticism from cabinet ministers, MPs and senators in Ottawa who say it's putting LGBTQ kids at risk with a new policy. Premier Blaine Higgs is pushing ...
Jun 09, 2023
Former Toronto FC defender Lukas MacNaughton enjoying life in Nashville SC colours
TORONTO - Lukas MacNaughton returns to Toronto with a smile on his face. The former Toronto FC defender, traded to Nashville SC in late April, is flourishing - and winning - in his new home. "I'm real...
Jun 09, 2023
Premier Smith announces new cabinet
Premier Danielle Smith's new cabinet was sworn in by Lt.-Gov. Salma Lakhani on Friday, June 9, 2023 at 11:00 a.m..The ceremony took place at Government House (12845 102 Avenue) in Edmonton.Participant...
Jun 09, 2023
Colombia's government, largest remaining rebel group agree to cease-fire at talks in Cuba
HAVANA, Cuba (AP) - Colombia's government and the country's largest remaining guerrilla group declared a cease-fire agreement Friday at talks in Cuba, in the latest attempt to resolve a conflict datin...
Jun 09, 2023
Wildfire roundup: What you need to know about blazes burning across Canada
Smoke and flames continue to engulf much of Canada with poor air quality in parts of Ontario and Quebec, and blanketing much of the west. Here's a look at developments Friday: Poor air quality from fi...
Jun 09, 2023
Supreme Court mourns former justice Louis LeBel, who served 14 years on highest bench
OTTAWA - The Supreme Court of Canada is mourning former justice Louis LeBel after he died Thursday at the age of 83. Former prime minister Jean Chrtien appointed LeBel to the country's highest bench i...
Jun 09, 2023
Former Coyotes star Doan named special adviser to new Leafs GM Treliving
TORONTO - Brad Treliving has made his first move as general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, adding former Arizona Coyotes captain Shane Doan to his front office. The Maple Leafs announced that Doa...
Jun 09, 2023