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Evacuation orders and alerts have been issued for a handful of properties in the north-central B.C. community of Hixon, just south of Prince George, due to a nearby wildfire discovered Friday.

The district said the wildfire emergency is "still ongoing" and that residents should remain prepared in case the evacuation order or alert need to be reissued.

Buffett's decision to step down caps a remarkable 60-year run where he transformed Berkshire from a failing textile company into an enormous conglomerate with businesses across the U.S. economy.

Berkshire Hathaway's board has named Greg Abel as president and chief executive of the conglomerate, shortly after outgoing CEO and famed investor Warren Buffett announced his intention to retire at the end of the year.

More than 100 searchers are scouring an area in Pictou County for 6-year-old Lily Sullivan and 4-year-old Jack Sullivan. The siblings were last seen Friday morning on Gairloch Road in Lansdowne Station, about 20 kilometres southwest of New Glasgow.

More than 100 searchers are scouring an area in Pictou County for 6-year-old Lily Sullivan and 4-year-old Jack Sullivan. The siblings were last seen Friday morning on Gairloch Road in Lansdowne Station, about 20 kilometres southwest of New Glasgow.

Some residents of the Fraser Valley city of Mission have been told to shelter in place after a fire on a derelict vessel overnight on Saturday.

A shelter-in-place order has been lifted for residents of Mission, B.C., who were temporarily told to stay inside Saturday following an overnight fire on a derelict vessel.

The Liberal Party of Newfoundland and Labrador is selecting its next leader — and new premier.

A Nova Scotia meteorologist who was a comforting presence to Maritimers on television and radio for more than five decades died early Saturday. Peter Coade, 82, had dementia and was hospitalized at the Hants Community Hospital since November, his son told CBC News.

Twice in two weeks, Surrey, B.C., immigration consultant Neera Agnihotri discovered her firm was listed on employment documents for foreign workers supposedly bound for B.C. The only problem: she had never heard of any of the prospective workers or the businesses wanting to hire them.

The Liberal Party is announcing Saturday afternoon whether John Hogan or John Abbott has accumulated the most votes and will lead the party, and the province, until a general election is called later this year.

The Liberal Party announced Saturday afternoon that John Hogan received the most votes from party members, and will be the party’s new leader. Hogan will become the premier at least until a general election is called later this year.

Australia's Anthony Albanese claimed a second term as prime minister on Saturday in a dramatic comeback against once-resurgent conservatives that was powered by voters' concerns about the influence of U.S. President Donald Trump.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's centre-left Labor Party was projected to win over the conservative opposition, Sky News Australia and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation said as early vote counting showed Labor in a strong position.

Australia's Anthony Albanese claimed a second term as prime minister on Saturday in a dramatic comeback against once-resurgent conservatives that was powered by voters' concerns about the influence of U.S. President Donald Trump.

The beloved 90s calypso band will play a one-night-only show on May 8.

The Canadian oilpatch has a brand-new pipeline, something it's pleaded for year after year, and it offers a relatively quick route to the West Coast and overseas markets. But a year in, the newly expanded Trans Mountain Pipeline still isn’t running at full capacity — though the CEO of the Crown corporation says he doesn’t think it’s a problem.

Under all the glitz and glam of fashion’s biggest night, it seems there could be some serious fashion statements this year, as the 2025 Met Gala theme Superfine: Tailoring Black Style examines how Black culture — particularly Black dandyism — has shaped fashion and history.

Measles outbreaks in Ontario and Alberta continue to grow because vaccination rates are too low, say some doctors urging provincial public health officials to step up efforts.

Measles outbreaks in Ontario and Alberta continue to grow because vaccination rates are too low, say some doctors urging provincial public health officials to step up efforts.

It's an idea that already has the support of the Council of Yukon First Nations and Alaska Native people, whose cultures are also intertwined with the river.

Quebec Education Minister Bernard Drainville says he wants to improve civility in the province's schools by requiring students to address their teachers using a title, such as Mr. or Ms., as well as the more formal and polite form of 'you' in French — vous rather than tu.

The wife of a Canadian man who was arrested in the Dominican Republic after he was accused of smuggling drugs says all charges against him have been dropped, but he remains stuck there indefinitely.

The Canadian oilpatch has a brand-new pipeline, something it's pleaded for year after year, and it offers a relatively quick route to the West Coast and overseas markets. But a year in, the newly expanded Trans Mountain Pipeline still isn’t running at full capacity — though the CEO of the Crown corporation says he doesn’t think it’s a problem.

Skagway, Alaska, a town of about 1,100, has long roots with Yukon. But as tensions between the Canada and U.S. governments rise over tariff and sovreignty threats, some Skagway residents fear a breakdown of that relationship.

Filipino Canadians are rallying around each other in the aftermath of the Lapu-Lapu Day Festival tragedy, in what's known as bayanihan, the tradition of helping one's community inherent to Filipino culture. One community organizer says it has been a “lifeline” for grieving Filipinos nationwide.

Canadians elected a total of 112 new MPs this week — including for the first time a handful born this century.

After decades of effort, Percy Onabigon's family is repatriating his remains back to Long Lake #58 First Nation in northern Ontario. He was buried more than 1,200 kilometres away after being taken to a residential school without his family's consent.

The black bear population in Ontario has seen significant declines in a few areas of the province, according to a population survey conducted by government researchers, raising concerns about the health of the bears and the impact of hunting them.

The black bear population in Ontario has seen significant declines in a few areas of the province, according to a population survey conducted by government researchers, raising concerns about the health of the bears and the impact of hunting them.

Adulthood puts up a host of challenges to new friendships, from limited time after work and family obligations to shrinking social networks with age. People may realize years have passed since they've truly connected with friends. So, what's a grown-up seeking a solid squad or BFF to do? 

Look back at the origins of the Canadian Tulip Festival as the Netherlands commemorates the Canadians who freed them from the Nazis.

As The Netherlands commemorates the Canadians who freed them from the Nazis, The National’s Adrienne Arsenault reflects on moments of gratitude for their sacrifice.

More than three years after cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot on the set of the Alec Baldwin film Rust, the movie has come to theatres, opening quietly Friday with the tragedy of its making still hanging over it.

Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed he will meet U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday. He said he’s anticipating “difficult, but constructive" talks in Washington.