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Russian scientists report that the massive logistical operation to release 97 orcas and belugas from what became known as Russia's whale jail was a success. They say some of the animals have rejoined other pods and are feeding together in the Pacific.

Guy Cormier, president and CEO of the credit union, said the current identification procedures used by financial institutions are cumbersome, outdated and ill-equipped to meet the security challenges of the 21st century.

Ontario's Divisional Court has quashed a measure by the Ford government allowing post-secondary students to opt out of paying for services deemed "non-essential," the Canadian Federation of Students and their lawyers say.

The key takeaways from Thursday's impeachment testimony from former national security adviser Fiona Hill and a State Department adviser in Kyiv, David Holmes.

Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart said Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appeared open to a proposal from the municipality to provide millions in funding for a safe supply of opioids to reduce overdose deaths.

Global Affairs Canada says it has found no credible evidence linking Canadian exports of military equipment to human rights violations by the government of Saudi Arabia — and it has another 48 applications for permits to export military equipment to the kingdom ready for government approval — a newly released document shows.

SkyTrain workers have voted in favour of job action after months-long negotiations between them and their employer, the B.C. Rapid Transit Company, broke off last week.

SkyTrain workers have voted in favour of job action after months-long negotiations between them and their employer, the B.C. Rapid Transit Company, broke off last week.

Loblaw Companies Ltd. launched a "curated marketplace" online Thursday that will include brands and products the company hasn't stocked before in a move aimed at setting the retailer up to compete with Amazon for Canadian market share.

Canada has advanced to the semifinals at the Davis Cup Finals. Denis Shapovalov of Richmond Hill, Ont., and Vasek Pospisil of Vancouver beat Australia's John Peers and Jordan Thompson 6-4, 6-4 in the winner-take-all doubles match on Thursday.

United Auto Workers President Gary Jones abruptly resigned Wednesday, capping a tumultuous day that saw union leaders move to oust him, and General Motors accusing rival Fiat Chrysler in a lawsuit of bribing union officials to get more favourable contract terms from the UAW.

Quebec's supply of propane will run out within four days, threatening the heating systems of hospitals and elderly residences across the province, if a strike at Canadian National Railway isn't resolved soon, Premier François Legault said.

Quebec's supply of propane will run out within four days, threatening the heating systems of hospitals and elderly residences across the province, if a strike at Canadian National Railway isn't resolved soon, Premier François Legault said.

Peel Regional Police are pleading with the public to stop frivolously tying up emergency phone lines after a woman called 911 to ask for a police escort to make it to her train on time at Toronto's Union Station.

Glen Assoun's daughter, Amanda Huckle, was offered a job by Halifax Regional Police, who then retracted the offer after asking a series of questions about her father.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is sitting down with two of Canada's big-city western mayors in Ottawa, part of a broader bridge-building effort to deal with growing frustrations in the West.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is sitting down with two of Canada's big-city western mayors in Ottawa, part of a broader bridge-building effort to deal with growing frustrations in the West.

The Liberal government is open to "constructive suggestions" on implementing a contentious new law overhauling the environmental assessment process for major resource projects — but it has no plans to scrap or amend the legislation itself.

Infants are more vulnerable to measles infection than previously thought, a new study suggests. The findings debunk notions that most babies are protected for much of their first year by maternal antibodies passed on through pregnancy.

Thousands of dollars in medical supplies have been recovered and two women are facing charges after a Saskatoon family had $5,100 of bandages for their son stolen from their porch. 

Ontario's Progressive Conservative government is creating a new council that will work with the federal government to "deliver on key priorities for the province."

The epidemic of liquor store thefts in Manitoba has reached a dangerous level and something urgent needs to be done, says the union representing staff at the stores.

The epidemic of liquor store thefts in Manitoba has reached a dangerous level and something urgent needs to be done, says the union representing staff at the stores.

A 15-year-old boy has been charged with attacking a Winnipeg liquor store worker in an unprovoked attack, the latest in a string of brazen retail thefts plaguing the city.

Israel's attorney general indicted Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on corruption charges on Thursday, raising more uncertainty over who will ultimately lead a country mired in political chaos after two inconclusive elections this year.

Amnesty International issued a scathing indictment of the world's dominant internet corporations, arguing in a new report that Google and Facebook should be forced to abandon what it calls their surveillance-based business model because it is "predicated on human rights abuse."

Harassed and bullied by a colleague to the point she could no longer work, Edmonton teacher Erin Mitchell finally filed a complaint against him. She now believes the decision cost her her career.

Lawyers for the victims of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein say Prince Andrew should speak to U.S. investigators immediately, after the senior royal withdrew from public duties over what he called his "ill-judged association" with the convicted pedophile.

An in-depth analysis of the 'fair deal' proposals, by Ken Boessenkool, one of the authors of the original Alberta 'Firewall' letter.

An in-depth analysis of the 'fair deal' proposals, by Ken Boessenkool, one of the authors of the original Alberta 'Firewall' letter.

A painting of the 19th century Cree leader Chief Poundmaker by P.E.I. artist Robert Harris, best known for his portrait of the Fathers of Confederation, sold at auction this week.

Ecojustice, the environmental charity targeted by Alberta Premier Jason Kenney’s government, has launched a legal challenge of the province’s controversial inquiry into alleged foreign-funded attacks on Alberta’s energy industry.

At 100 years of age, the remarkable Eleanor Collins has plenty left to give.

Winnipeg and Hamilton don't have the kind of long-standing rivalry the Blue Bombers' home city has with Regina, for example — but there are a few areas where the home cities of this year's Grey Cup contestants are natural competitors.

The 23-year-old took joy in building things with her hands and making music. Her mother is left in shock and grief after her passing.

Canada is defending measures it has taken to protect critically endangered North Atlantic right whales, as political pressure — and blame — mounts from the United States in the wake of a rash whale deaths in Canadian waters in 2019.

Six conservationists working to save the critically endangered Asiatic cheetah have been sentenced to prison on internationally criticized espionage charges in Iran, even as protests and unrest continue in parts of the country. One Canadian died in prison awaiting trial.

The most important relationship Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has within his cabinet is with Chrystia Freeland. By tasking her with improving relations with the provinces, Trudeau put her at the centre of much of his minority government's ambitious policy goals.

Toronto firm Hatebase has built a 3,600-word hate speech lexicon, digging through the web for potentially hateful messages, which are then flagged to NGOs and social media companies. It has attracted big-name partners around the world, but the practice has led to concerns from free-speech advocates.

A Saskatchewan woman has filed a civil suit against her ex-lover, Daylan Heidel, seeking compensation for harm allegedly inflicted on her when he shared intimate images without her consent.

Export pipelines out of Western Canada are running at full capacity and now, operators are finding ways to squeeze more oil through those pipes.

With the appointment of Chrystia Freeland as deputy prime minister, Justin Trudeau has resurrected a cabinet position that lay dormant for the past 13 years. But what, exactly, is expected of a deputy prime minister?

RCMP Sgt. R.A. Van Norman was one many police officers, military personnel and public service employees who lost their jobs due to their sexual orientation. His great niece, also an RCMP officer, is making known the story of his work in the Arctic.

Bill Blair’s promotion to public safety minister is receiving mixed reviews, with some observers saying they're worried the former police chief’s appointment signals a shift away from national security matters.

Wes Williams, the Godfather of Canadian hip hop, has earned a place in the Canadian Songwriters’ Hall of Fame for 'Let Your Backbone Slide,' which he composed on the graveyard shift at a mall.

In the face of bombshell testimony, the Republican Party formed a defensive crouch around Trump and made clear they would defend him to the end.

A huge international network of fake local news sites that push a pro-Indian government position internationally has a deep Canadian connection, CBC News has learned. Some of the sites pose as Canadian news outlets.

Toronto firm Hatebase has built a 3,600-word hate speech lexicon, digging through the web for potentially hateful messages, which are then flagged to NGOs and social media companies. It has attracted big-name partners around the world, but the practice has led to concerns from free-speech advocates.

Toronto firm Hatebase has built a 3,600-word hate speech lexicon by scouring the web for potentially hateful messages. NGOs and social media companies can use the database to augment their own moderation mechanisms.

A former White House analyst denounced as "fictional" the contention from some Republicans that Ukraine interfered in the 2016 election, as she testified Thursday in the presidential impeachment inquiry on Capitol Hill.