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Travis Vader denied day parole, maintains denial he killed Lyle and Marie McCann

12-12-2024 23:49 via cbc.ca

The Parole Board of Canada says Vader has made some progress, maintaining sobriety since at least 2019 and participating in in-custody programs. But he still poses a high risk to violently reoffend, according to an assessment.

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He risked everything to stand up to Assad, but he never got to see the regime fall

12-12-2024 23:29 via cbc.ca

Nobody had heard from Syrian activist Mazen al-Hamada after he was detained in Damascus in 2020. On Tuesday, his family identified his body in a hospital morgue. Hundreds took to the streets during his funeral to honour him.

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2 people hospitalized following search for migrants in First Nations territory

12-12-2024 23:26 via cbc.ca

At least two people have been found suffering from hypothermia following a search for suspected migrants crossing through a First Nations territory which straddles the both the Canada-U.S. and Ontario-Quebec borders, according to police.

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Man accused of killing Edmonton security guard has violent criminal past, parole documents show

12-12-2024 23:02 via cbc.ca

The man accused of killing a security guard inside a central Edmonton apartment building last week has an extensive history of violent crimes dating back more than a decade.

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Country star Morgan Wallen pleads guilty to reckless endangerment for throwing chair

12-12-2024 22:38 via cbc.ca

Country music star Morgan Wallen has pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor counts of reckless endangerment. He had been charged for throwing a chair from the rooftop of a six-story bar in Nashville and nearly hitting two police officers with it.

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Police investigating Utah mom-fluencer after online uproar over video she posted of her son

12-12-2024 22:22 via cbc.ca

The Utah mom influencer behind the viral '17 diapers' trend is being investigated by police after an internet uproar over a video she posted that appeared to show her son flinching.

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Queen Elizabeth Hotel announces holiday season closure amid labour dispute

12-12-2024 21:49 via cbc.ca

The 950-room luxury hotel in downtown Montreal announced the decision in a news release Thursday, saying the labour dispute prevents the hotel from providing its clientele with “the exceptional level of service for which it is renowned.”

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Montreal's Queen Elizabeth Hotel announces holiday season closure amid labour dispute

12-12-2024 21:49 via cbc.ca

The 950-room luxury hotel in downtown Montreal announced the decision in a news release Thursday, saying the labour dispute prevents the hotel from providing its clientele with “the exceptional level of service for which it is renowned.”

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How WNBA's Toronto Tempo can learn from expansion Golden State Valkyries, '95 Raptors

12-12-2024 21:23 via cbc.ca

The WNBA’s Toronto Tempo are alive — sort of. Set to join the league as an expansion team in 2026, the franchise revealed its nickname, logos and colours earlier in December. Yet the team remains, largely, an idea — one that won’t be realized until there are players.

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Number of homeless people counted in Saskatoon nearly triples

12-12-2024 20:55 via cbc.ca

The point-in-time count, conducted by volunteers on Oct. 8, identified 1,499 people experiencing homelessness that day. That's nearly three times higher than the last count, two years ago, which identified 550.

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Climate-vulnerable nations say they deserve better credit ratings

12-12-2024 20:00 via cbc.ca

In this week's issue of our environmental newsletter: we look at why credit ratings are a big deal for climate-vulnerable nations; check out some options for greener gifting; and meet a robot that's helping an Alberta town deal with problem geese.

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Hundreds of billions at stake as N.L., Quebec draft new Churchill Falls deal

12-12-2024 18:43 via cbc.ca

Newfoundland and Labrador has reached a tentative deal with Quebec over power flowing from the Churchill Falls hydroelectric plant that could reap hundreds of billions of dollars over the next five decades.

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'Home sweet home': Dog taken in alleged carjacking found safe after rough 24 hours

12-12-2024 18:14 via cbc.ca

A Labrador retriever that went missing after an alleged carjacking in Etobicoke has been found in a Brampton residence, along with the suspect, thanks to a tip from the public, Toronto police said.

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Provinces need to do more to cut emissions, feds say, while announcing Canada's new 2035 climate target

12-12-2024 18:00 via cbc.ca

Canada will cut carbon emissions 45 to 50 per cent below 2005 levels by 2035, the federal government announced today, signaling a small advance over the current target but falling short of what a key group of climate experts had recommended to the government.

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'We can't just roll over': Doug Ford doubles down on threat to shut down energy exports to the U.S.

12-12-2024 17:59 via cbc.ca

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said Thursday he's dead serious about withholding energy exports to the U.S. if president-elect Donald Trump goes ahead with his plan to hit Canadian goods with steep tariffs that could cripple the economy.

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Former Alberta NDP premier Rachel Notley to resign as MLA

12-12-2024 17:42 via cbc.ca

Former Alberta premier Rachel Notley is stepping down as MLA for Edmonton-Strathcona.

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More than 15,000 received MAID in 2023 as growth slows, report says

12-12-2024 17:22 via cbc.ca

More than 15,000 people received medical assistance in dying in Canada in 2023, but federal statistics show the growth in cases has slowed significantly.

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Selena Gomez announces engagement to producer Benny Blanco

12-12-2024 17:14 via cbc.ca

Grammy- and Emmy-nominated performer Selena Gomez announced she was off the market in an Instagram post Wednesday of her ring and an embrace with her fiancé Benny Blanco, with the caption "forever begins now."

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New world chess champion is 18-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju from India

12-12-2024 17:10 via cbc.ca

Teenager Gukesh Dommaraju of India became the youngest chess world champion by beating defending champion Ding Liren of China on Thursday in a dramatic turn of events in the last game of a 14-game match in Singapore.

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Australia wants to make digital platforms pay for news — even if they block it, like Meta did here

12-12-2024 16:03 via cbc.ca

Under the proposed new rules, any internet company that refuses to negotiate with publishers or removes news from its platform — as Facebook owner Meta Platforms did in Canada — would be forced to pay regardless, reports said.

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ELNA medical group, a major health-care provider in Quebec, enters creditor protection

12-12-2024 15:38 via cbc.ca

ELNA Medical Group, a Montreal-based company that bills itself as Canada's largest network of medical clinics, has entered creditor protection. The move raised questions about the future of the company and the services it provides patients.

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Alberta unveils U.S. border security plan with sheriffs, dogs and drones

12-12-2024 15:35 via cbc.ca

The province introduced the Interdiction Patrol Team as a way to bolster security and crack down on people found to be illegally attempting to cross the border or traffic weapons or drugs.

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Alberta set to unveil U.S. border security plan today

12-12-2024 15:35 via cbc.ca

Premier Danielle Smith will be joined by Public Safety and Emergency Services Minister Mike Ellis at 9:30 a.m. to announce the new border security measures.

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Stiffer penalties for trespassing, public drug use in Ontario bill aimed at ending encampments

12-12-2024 14:21 via cbc.ca

Premier Doug Ford's government is introducing new legislation that it says will give municipalities and police services legal powers and tools to dismantle homeless encampments and crack down on public drug use with fines or jail time.

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Ontario bill aimed at ending encampments to strengthen trespass, drug penalties

12-12-2024 14:21 via cbc.ca

Premier Doug Ford's government is introducing new legislation that it says will give municipalities and police services legal powers and tools to dismantle homeless encampments and crack down on public drug use with fines or jail time.

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Ford to detail legislation aimed at dismantling encampments, punishing public drug use

12-12-2024 14:21 via cbc.ca

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is set to hold a news conference Thursday, where it is expected he will detail new legislation aimed at dismantling homeless encampments and clamping down on public drug use.

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Ford details legislation aimed at dismantling encampments, punishing public drug use

12-12-2024 14:21 via cbc.ca

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is holding a news conference Thursday, where he is detailing new legislation aimed at dismantling homeless encampments and clamping down on public drug use.

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Regina organization gifting family experiences this Christmas — not presents

12-12-2024 14:00 via cbc.ca

The goal of the Eagle Heart Centre is simple: bring aid and comfort to Regina's inner-city neighbourhood and create a safe place where families can come together. This year, the organization will be helping needy families with meals and shared outings.

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Double gold: McIntosh breaks 2nd world short course swim record, Kharun sets championship mark

12-12-2024 13:00 via cbc.ca

Canadian sensation Summer McIntosh secured her second world record of the week at the world short course swimming championships, covering the women's 200-metre butterfly final in one minute 59.32 seconds for the gold medal in Budapest, Hungary.

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Manitoba woman set to lose right leg after languishing in hospital bed with open wound

12-12-2024 12:00 via cbc.ca

A Manitoba woman suffering from a post-surgery infection says she's going to lose her leg because a surgeon started a procedure he couldn't finish.

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Cree family of 20 left without housing after fire, with some living in shacks during winter

12-12-2024 12:00 via cbc.ca

A Northern Saskatchewan family has been without permanent housing on Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation since summer. They have been living in shacks and tents without power, running water or heat since their house burned to the ground in July.

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QMJHL rookies talk consent, healthy relationships as part of effort to change hockey culture

12-12-2024 11:00 via cbc.ca

All 143 rookies entering the league sat down before the start of the 2024-25 season to hear presentations from a sexologist, a Crown attorney and a nurse.

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Quebec, N.L. prepare to end bitter, decades-long dispute with new Churchill Falls hydro power deal

12-12-2024 10:30 via cbc.ca

Details are expected to be revealed Thursday on what could be a multi-billion agreement between Newfoundland and Labrador and Quebec to reshape the contract of the Churchill Falls hydroelectric project. The original deal has been a bitter point of contention for decades between the two provinces.

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Furey, Legault have 'working dinner' ahead of announcing Churchill Falls hydro power deal

12-12-2024 10:30 via cbc.ca

Details are expected to be revealed Thursday on what could be a multi-billion agreement between Newfoundland and Labrador and Quebec to reshape the contract of the Churchill Falls hydroelectric project. The original deal has been a bitter point of contention for decades between the two provinces.

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The GST/HST holiday begins Saturday — here's how it works

12-12-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca

This Saturday marks the beginning of the Liberal government’s two-month GST/HST holiday that it says will give Canadians a break on the cost of some essential goods.

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The GST/HST holiday begins Saturday

12-12-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca

This Saturday marks the beginning of the Liberal government’s two-month GST/HST holiday that it says will give Canadians a break on the cost of some essential goods.

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She paid her kid $100 to read a book. Experts say results may vary

12-12-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca

Mireille Silcoff’s daughter never read for pleasure, until she offered her $100. Silcoff says the carrot is necessary when you’re going up against Snapchat and Instagram for kids’ attention.

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Ottawa quietly expands gun buyback program to include parts

12-12-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca

As the first phase of Ottawa's assault weapon buyback program finally gets underway, the government has quietly expanded the program to include parts. A move that addresses concerns about 'ghost guns,' but seems certain to drive up costs.

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Move over, ugly Christmas sweaters. The '90s festive turtleneck is back

12-12-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca

You may notice something a little different at this year's holiday potluck, or in other people's festive photos, or in your favourite influencer's Christmas reels. It's the festive turtleneck, and apparently it's back whether you want it or not.

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Most RSV infections are in babies less than 1 year old. But protection remains out of reach for many

12-12-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca

Most positive tests for RSV so far this season in Canada have been among the youngest, federal data suggests. And while Health Canada has approved an immunization that can protect all babies from the illness, it’s only available in a few jurisdictions.

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Mexican migrant workers in Ontario say new program helps them finish their studies and find community

12-12-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca

A group that supports migrant workers in the Niagara Region has partnered with the Mexican government to offer a unique program that helps them finish their elementary and high school studies while they're in Canada.

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McCann family renews call for answers ahead of Travis Vader parole hearing

12-12-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca

Travis Vader was handed a life sentence in 2017 on two counts of manslaughter in the killings of Lyle and Marie McCann. His sentence came with a parole ineligibility period of seven years.

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Alberta hospital patients waiting to move into continuing care are paying millions in fees

12-12-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca

The Alberta government says the number of patients occupying hospital beds without needing that level of care is a key driver of the need to overhaul the provincial health-care system. Such patients are designated alternate level of care, or ALC. Data obtained by CBC News shows that since 2019, thousands of hospital patients have occupied beds while waiting to move into continuing care, paying millions in accommodation fees until they did.

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Ahead of parole hearing, slain McCann family's son wants Travis Vader to admit guilt

12-12-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca

Travis Vader was handed a life sentence in 2017 on two counts of manslaughter in the killings of Lyle and Marie McCann. His sentence came with a parole ineligibility period of seven years.

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Unfair labour practice complaint over Canada Post layoffs resolved

12-12-2024 05:27 via cbc.ca

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers filed the complaint with the Canada Industrial Relations Board on Nov. 29 after some workers received temporary layoff notices while on strike.

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South Korea's president defends short-lived martial law decree, rejects impeachment efforts

12-12-2024 02:23 via cbc.ca

South Korea's president defended his martial law decree as an act of governance and denied rebellion charges Thursday, rejecting the opposition-led impeachment attempts against him and investigations into last week's move.

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Vancouver council passes mayor's motion to make city 'bitcoin-friendly'

12-12-2024 02:18 via cbc.ca

Vancouver councillors passed a motion from Mayor Ken Sim on Wednesday that seeks to make the city "bitcoin-friendly," giving staff the thumbs up to explore holding cryptocurrency in reserve and accepting payments in the virtual currency.

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Alberta's government wants reliable electrical system, proposes market changes to get there

12-12-2024 01:44 via cbc.ca

The Alberta government wants electricity providers to commit to selling power at a fixed price 24 hours in advance in what’s called a “day-ahead market.”

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Health minister won't say when millions more Canadians can apply for dental coverage

12-12-2024 01:02 via cbc.ca

Canada's health minister says millions of Canadians who aren't currently eligible for the national dental insurance plan will be able to apply "as soon as possible in the new year" — but he won't say exactly when or who might qualify next.

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Russian troops capture and destroy some Ukrainian positions close to Pokrovsk

12-12-2024 00:48 via cbc.ca

Russian troops destroyed or captured several Ukrainian positions near the eastern city of Pokrovsk, Kyiv's military said on Wednesday, as Moscow bears down on the strategic logistics hub that is home to a unique Ukrainian coking mine.

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