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B.C. moves to prevent offender name changes after child killer legally gets new name
VICTORIA - Offenders in British Columbia convicted of serious Criminal Code offences will no longer be permitted to legally change their names under legislation introduced today. Health Minister Adria...
May 13, 2024
Ottawa city officials say Israel flag-raising ceremony will be private event
Ottawa city officials say Israel's flag will be raised Tuesday in a private event to mark the country's national day. In a statement, the city says it's agreed to allow the Jewish Federation of Ottawa...
May 13, 2024
Stampeders sign first draft pick Labrosse after his NFL camp
CALGARY - The Calgary Stampeders have signed the team's first overall pick in this year's CFL draft. The Stampeders chose defensive back Ben Labrosse of Greenfield Park, Que., fourth overall. The six-...
May 13, 2024
Medicine Hat's low income support programs add second year
A series of programs in Medicine Hat targeted at helping low-income households expanded to include a second year. Members who qualify and applied in 2024 will see their benefits run into 2026. Fair En...
May 13, 2024
Crews conduct controlled demolition on Baltimore bridge span as cleanup continues at collapse site
BALTIMORE (AP) - Crews conducted a controlled demolition Monday to break down the largest remaining span of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. It marked a major step in freeing the g...
May 13, 2024
B.C., Ottawa put up nearly $254M to expand heat pump rebates
VICTORIA - The B.C. and federal governments have set aside nearly $254 million to expand rebates to convert home heating and cooling systems to more climate-friendly options with a focus on low- and m...
May 13, 2024
PWHL Montreal looks to halt Boston's celebrations: 'They think they have it'
MONTREAL - Kori Cheverie heard the jubilation coming from the visitors' locker room loud and clear Saturday night. The PWHL Montreal head coach is eager for her team to prove it was premature. Boston ...
May 13, 2024
American Jesse Marsch named coach of the Canadian men's soccer team
American Jesse Marsch has been named coach of the Canadian men's soccer team. Canada Soccer said Marsch, the former coach of Leeds United, RB Leipzig, Red Bull Salzburg, New York Red Bulls and Montrea...
May 13, 2024
Women in Business announces 2024 Inspire Award nominees
The Women in Business Inspire Award nominees have been announced.Whitney Renney - "Boss Bird" Owner/Operator of 3 Little Birds Tree Care Inc. Annie Anderson - Integrative Energy Therapist, Owner/Opera...
May 13, 2024
Travelling with Dan: Canadian Museum for Human Rights
Welcome to Travelling with Dan!Hitting the road to explore sites on and off the beaten path is a passion of mine and I'd like to share some of my experiences with you.Travelling with Dan is presented ...
May 13, 2024