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• Oil site cleanup program sees 18,000 applications in 4 days, ‘significantly’ over expectations

  05-05-2020 23:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Natural Resource Minister Seamus O'Regan called uptake "significantly higher" than expected.
  
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• Alberta Motor Association says drivers have been plagued with COVID-related car troubles

  05-05-2020 23:53
  
  The coronavirus has handed Albertans a new challenge as the province moves toward easing some of the restrictions from the pandemic, says a company that helps provide roadside assistance. The Alberta Motor Association (AMA) says since thousands of cars all over the province have been sitting silent for weeks, people have been faced with vehicles that just won't start. "If a vehicle is left undriven for a prolonged period, the battery can lose its charge," says Ryan Lemont, acting manager of Calg
  
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• Alberta Motor Association says drivers have been dealing with COVID-related car troubles

  05-05-2020 23:53
  
  The coronavirus has handed Albertans a new challenge as the province moves toward easing some of the restrictions from the pandemic, says a company that helps provide roadside assistance. The Alberta Motor Association (AMA) says since thousands of cars all over the province have been sitting silent for weeks, people have been faced with vehicles that just won't start. "If a vehicle is left undriven for a prolonged period, the battery can lose its charge," says Ryan Lemont, acting manager of Calg
  
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• 34 cases of novel coronavirus linked to outbreak at Alberta’s Harmony Beef plant

  05-05-2020 23:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  AHS said officials are working on contact tracing to identify any more potential coronavirus cases linked to the outbreak.
  
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• Enbridge converts idled Mainline export system pipeline for crude oil storage

  05-05-2020 23:21 via globalnews.ca
  
  Analysts say an Enbridge Inc. plan to use an idled leg of its Mainline pipeline system to store surplus Western Canadian oil will help offset lower volumes on the system as U.S. refineries buy less oil to match lower demand.
  
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• No cases of COVID-19 reported in Alberta daycares open for essential service workers

  05-05-2020 23:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  Lauren Armstrong, spokesperson for the Office of the Minister of Children’s Services, said the guidelines for the centres likely played a role in keeping the daycares virus-free.
  
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• Stress levels ‘unprecedented’ for Calgarians as unemployment rises, says U of C study

  05-05-2020 23:08
  
  A new study suggests the stress levels of Calgarians have hit a record high as economic conditions worsen and unemployment rises. From 2008 to 2019, researchers at the University of Calgary examined the stress levels of 48,000 clients at the Calgary Counselling Centre during their first visit to see a therapist. According to their findings, distress levels have increased as employment numbers dwindled over the past decade "That’s maybe not surprising, although I was struck by how tight and
  
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• 'As if 2020 wasn't bad enough': Giant 'murder hornets' awakening in B.C.

  05-05-2020 23:08
  
  Dubbed "murder hornets" by social media users, Asian giant hornets made a foothold in North American last year and B.C.'s provincial government is warning they'll likely return there this spring. "I am terrified, like, as if 2020 wasn't bad enough already," said Calgarian Amy Wiggett. "You're just kind of thinking 2020 can't get any worse and then all of a sudden, murder hornets?" Entomologists actually detest the B-grade horror moniker, but admit the giant flying insects can be terrifying. "It
  
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• Inmate who escaped from Maskwacis found in Calgary

  05-05-2020 23:03
  
  Police found and arrested in Calgary a man who escaped from a facility near Edmonton three days ago. RCMP say Calgary Police Service and Calgary Sheriffs helped arrest 36-year-old Tyrone Emblau without incident on May 5. Earlier that day, police asked for the public’s help in finding Emblau, who had escaped the minimum-security Pê Sâkâstêw Centre in Maskwacis on Sunday. He had been serving a sentence at the Correction Services of Canada facility for assault with int
  
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• AgeCare appointed to help operate Millrise Seniors Village a relief for some

  05-05-2020 22:54
  
  Four fatalities, 25 residents with COVID-19 and 12 staff infected has prompted the province to step in and take over control of Millrise Seniors Village. For some of those who have loved ones that are residents at Millrise, the news comes as a relief. “My gut tells me that there’s four people that ended up dying, 20 people have ended up getting sick, something wasn’t right,” said Michael Sondermann, whose parents both live at the facility. Sondermann’s parents are i
  
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• Coronavirus: Alberta MLAs to resume sitting to pass late utility bill legislation

  05-05-2020 22:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta politicians are to return to the legislature on Wednesday to debate bills tied to the COVID-19 outbreak.
  
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• 'Precautions are not enough': Petition calls for closure of Brooks, Alta. facility

  05-05-2020 22:33
  
  A petition addressed to Alberta Health, is expressing "grave concern" over working conditions at the JBS Foods meat packing plant in Brooks after hundreds have been sickened with COVID-19. The online appeal, on Change.org, was established about two weeks ago. As of May 4, 469 cases have been confirmed at the plant since the outbreak was discovered and workers claim there are serious issues there that put their safety at risk. "Production at the plant is not conducive to physical-distancing and m
  
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• Canada’s food industry leaders say $252M aid falls short of need amid COVID-19

  05-05-2020 22:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  "Our industry is already one of razor-thin margins," the Canadian Federation of Agriculture said.
  
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• Coronavirus: Ontario midwives wonder why they’re not considered front-line workers

  05-05-2020 22:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  "It was disheartening to hear that they were being left out of the pandemic pay, they're doing home visits, they come to our home, they put themselves at risk"
  
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• Woman in ‘Star Wars’ Stormtrooper costume arrested by Lethbridge Police on May 4th

  05-05-2020 21:55 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Lethbridge Police Service is investigating the actions of officers who responded to an incident involving an 18-year-old female in a Stormtrooper costume on May the 4th – AKA “Star Wars Day.” A video posted to social media appears to show the arrest, with multiple officers arresting the woman who can clearly be heard crying,...
  
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• Lethbridge police investigating actions of officers involved in ‘Star Wars Day’ Stormtrooper handcuffing

  05-05-2020 21:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Lethbridge Police Service is investigating the actions of officers who responded an incident involving an 18-year-old female in a Stormtrooper costume on May the 4th, or Star Wars Day.
  
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• Has the 46-year-old EI computer system been keeping pregnant women from getting the CERB?

  05-05-2020 21:26 via globalnews.ca
  
  The federal government says it's working to fix the issue, but the antiquated backend system on which EI runs is complicating the task.
  
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• Has a 46-year-old computer system been keeping pregnant women from getting the CERB?

  05-05-2020 21:26 via globalnews.ca
  
  The federal government says it's working to fix the issue, but the antiquated backend system on which EI runs is complicating the task.
  
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• Calgary shisha bar, salon offering beauty services both closed down by health officials

  05-05-2020 21:22
  
  Smoke wafting through a dining room was just one of the signs that a Calgary business was violating a public health order related to the COVID-19 pandemic recently. Alberta Health Services (AHS) ordered Mount Royal Pita, on 52 Street N.E., to close after inspectors discovered it was offering dine-in shisha service to the public on April 24. "Five shisha pipes were set up in the dining area. There was smoke in the air in the dining room, a strong smell of shisha and the shisha pipes that were set
  
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• Dr. Hinshaw to provide update on COVID-19 in Alberta Tuesday afternoon

  05-05-2020 20:45 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta's chief medical officer of health is set to provide her daily COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m.
  
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• City-owned golf courses set to open May 14

  05-05-2020 20:20
  
  City-owned golf courses will open to the public on May 14, Mayor Naheed Nenshi announced during Tuesday's COVID-19 update. Online bookings will start at noon on May 11. New rules will be in place, meaning pro shops will remain closed. Power carts will be available, however they can only be shared by people who live in the same household. Public courses reopened on May 2. This is a developing story and will be updated throughout the day. A previous version of the story is below: Calgary Emergency
  
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• CEMA to update COVID-19 response in Calgary at 1p.m.

  05-05-2020 20:20
  
  Calgary Emergency Management Agency Deputy Chief Sue Henry and Mayor Naheed Nenshi are scheduled to give their regular update on the city's response to COVID-19 at 1 p.m. Tuesday. The update comes as the province begins the process of reopening some economic activity, which is being done in three phases. The first phase began Monday with the resumption of scheduled, non-urgent surgeries, along with services offered by sidelined health care workers like dentists, physiotherapists, speech patholog
  
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• Federal government's plan to purchase and donate surplus food welcomed by Calgary Food Bank

  05-05-2020 19:52
  
  The federal government has announced a new plan to help buy excess food that may otherwise go to waste and send it to assist organizations including the Calgary Food Bank. The $50 million food purchasing surplus program is part of the larger $252 million in aid the government is contributing to the agriculture and food production industries. Under the program, the federal government will recover the cost of buying the surplus food products —such as potatoes, poultry and pork —and sen
  
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• Utility deferral announcement expected Tuesday afternoon

  05-05-2020 19:37
  
  The government house leader says he’ll be asking the Alberta legislature to reconvene Wednesday to debate legislation regarding utility payments. Jason Nixon will reveal more details Tuesday during a 12:30 p.m. announcement, but said in a government release the proposed bill would "allow Albertans and businesses affected by COVID-19 to defer their utility payments." Watch the announcement live on CTVNewsEdmonton.ca.
  
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• Alberta legislature to reconvene Wednesday on utility bill deferral program

  05-05-2020 19:37
  
  The legislature will reconvene Wednesday to debate a bill allowing Albertans to defer their utility payments until mid-June. Bill 14, the Utility Deferral Program Act, aims to formalize help the Alberta government promised in March at the beginning of the pandemic. Recognizing the difficult economic situation COVID-19 and low oil prices have caused, Alberta residential, farm and small business customers were allowed to defer their electric and natural gas bill payments until June 18. Customers h
  
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• Spruce Meadows announces cancellation of 2020 Masters show jumping tournament

  05-05-2020 19:28 via globalnews.ca
  
  Officials at Spruce Masters announced on Tuesday the decision had been made to cancel the 2020 Masters Tournament amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• Alberta reports more recovered than active cases of COVID-19

  05-05-2020 19:16
  
  Alberta now has more recovered than active cases of COVID-19, the province said Tuesday. Dr. Deena Hinshaw reported 57 new cases of the novel coronavirus, bringing the province-wide total to 5,893. There are 3,219 recoveries and 2,674 active cases. Two more Albertans have died as a result of the virus, increasing the total number of deaths to 106. This is a breaking news update. It will be updated as more information becomes available. Original story: Alberta's chief medical officer of health wi
  
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• Alberta reports 57 new cases of COVID-19, 2 more deaths

  05-05-2020 19:16
  
  Alberta continues to have more recovered than active cases of COVID-19 as Dr. Deena Hinshaw reported 57 new cases on Tuesday. There have been a total of 5,893 cases of the coronavirus since the pandemic began, with 3,219 people now recovered from the potentially deadly virus. Two more Albertans have died after contracting COVID-19, increasing the province's death toll to 106. This is a breaking news update. It will be updated as more information becomes available. Original story: Alberta's chief
  
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• After 'sombre milestone,' Hinshaw to deliver COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m.

  05-05-2020 19:16
  
  Alberta's chief medical officer of health will issue her daily COVID-19 update Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. On Monday, Dr. Deena Hinshaw confirmed nine more deaths as a result of the virus — the highest daily death toll since the pandemic began. The nine deaths increased the total to 104, a "sombre milestone" for Hinshaw. With the 70 new cases she reported Monday, there have been 5,836 cases of COVID-19 in Alberta with 2,942 recoveries so far. Currently, there are 89 people in hospital with the no
  
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• Wendy’s removes burgers from some U.S. menus amid beef shortage — will this happen in Canada?

  05-05-2020 18:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Wendy's Canada says some of its items may be temporarily unavailable due to beef shortages amid the novel coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• Spruce Meadows cancels the Masters due to COVID-19 pandemic

  05-05-2020 18:41
  
  Officials with Spruce Meadows have announced the latest cancellation to its 2020 show jumping season. The Masters tournament — Spruce Meadows' flagship event — was to take place Sept. 9 to 13 but uncertainty regarding the ongoing pandemic prompted organizers to cancel this year's event. "This decision is made with heavy hearts and an acute awareness of the significant ripple effects. Our flagship ‘Masters’ Tournament was scheduled to be a "best ever" edition in 2020," sta
  
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• Changes to 2020 property tax penalty dates approved by Lethbridge City Council - Lethbridge News Now

  05-05-2020 18:35 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Changes to 2020 property tax penalty dates approved by Lethbridge City Council  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• City of Lethbridge temporarily laying off 30 more employees amid pandemic - Lethbridge News Now

  05-05-2020 18:27 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  City of Lethbridge temporarily laying off 30 more employees amid pandemic  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Four face drug-related charges in Lethbridge - Lethbridge News Now

  05-05-2020 16:41 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Four face drug-related charges in Lethbridge  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Drugs and weapons seized from Lethbridge home where 2 teenagers were also living

  05-05-2020 16:29
  
  Four people are facing charges after Lethbridge police seized drugs and weapons from a home where a 12 and a 15 year old were found to be living. An investigation into alleged drug trafficking was launched in late April and a search warrant was executed at a home in the 700 block of Columbia Boulevard. Police found seven people inside and seized quantities of methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine with an estimated street value of $7,500, along with brass knuckles, a butterfly knife and nearly $8
  
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• Real Canadian Superstore confirms positive COVID-19 case at Signal Hill location

  05-05-2020 15:52
  
  Officials with Real Canadian Superstore have issued a warning to customers of one of the chain's stores in southwest Calgary after an employee tested positive for COVID-19. According to the grocery chain, the team member who contracted the novel coronavirus was last in the Signal Hill store in the 5800 block of Signal Hill Centre S.W. on April 28. Officials say the store continues its regular daily disinfectant protocols and social distancing practices and an additional cleaning of the store was
  
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• Southern Alberta stormtrooper bloodied by police over her blaster on May the Fourth

  05-05-2020 14:58
  
  An employee at a Star Wars-themed restaurant  had a memorable May the Fourth, after her costumed celebration and replica weapon drew the attention of police and ended with her nose bloodied. While dressed as a stormtrooper, the worker went into the parking lot of the Coco Vanilla Galactic Cantina in Lethbridge at the direction of her manager. She danced with blaster in hand on May the Fourth — the day fans celebrate the film series as a play on the iconic "May the force be with you" l
  
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• Southern Alberta stormtrooper allegedly bloodied by police over her blaster on May the Fourth

  05-05-2020 14:58
  
  An employee at a Star Wars-themed restaurant  had a memorable May the Fourth, after her costumed celebration and replica weapon drew the attention of police and ended with her nose bloodied. While dressed as a stormtrooper, the worker went into the parking lot of the Coco Vanilla Galactic Cantina in Lethbridge at the direction of her manager. She danced with blaster in hand on May the Fourth — the day fans celebrate the film franchise as a play on the iconic "May the force be with you
  
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• Alberta stormtrooper bloodied during blaster-related police response on May the Fourth

  05-05-2020 14:58
  
  An employee at a Star Wars-themed restaurant  had a memorable May the Fourth, after her costumed celebration and replica weapon drew the attention of police and ended with her nose bloodied. Now, the chief of police is calling for an investigation into the actions of the responding officers after video of the arrest surfaced. While dressed as a stormtrooper, the 19-year-old worker went into the parking lot of the Coco Vanilla Galactic Cantina in Lethbridge at the direction of her manager. S
  
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• MEG Energy cuts capital spending plan again, reports $284M Q1 loss

  05-05-2020 14:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  MEG Energy cut its capital spending guidance for a second time due to the COVID-19 pandemic as it reported a first-quarter loss of $284 million.
  
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• Alberta restaurants ask Jason Kenney for clear rules before they reopen during COVID-19 pandemic

  05-05-2020 14:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  When restaurants reopen as part of the first phase of Alberta's relaunch, possibly as early as May 14, a whole list of things you never thought were out of the ordinary in the so-called good old days before the coronavirus pandemic could be a thing of the past.
  
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• Coronavirus: AHS appoints AgeCare to help operate Calgary’s Millrise Seniors Village

  05-05-2020 13:55 via globalnews.ca
  
  At the facility to date, 25 residents and 12 staff have tested positive for the novel coronavirus and four seniors have died, according to Alberta Health Services.
  
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• A 5-year-old boy was pulled over in Utah on his way to California to try to buy a Lamborghini

  05-05-2020 13:33
  
  A 5-year-old boy with US$3 in his pocket was pulled over by Utah police while driving his parent's car to California to buy a Lamborghini. The boy left in the SUV after arguing with his mother, who said she would not buy the luxury car for him, Utah Highway Patrol said on Twitter. A trooper spotted the vehicle weaving on Interstate 15 at 30 mph, the Utah Highway Patrol said. Troopers told CNN affiliate KSL-TV they initially thought the boy was an impaired driver. "How old are you? You're 5 years
  
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• Crime Beat podcast: The boy who overcame the odds

  05-05-2020 12:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Crime reporter Nancy Hixt shares the story of a young boy who was abandoned by the very people who were supposed to show him unconditional love.
  
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• PM Trudeau to offer new COVID-19 aid for farming, agri-food industry

  05-05-2020 10:27
  
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce new federal assistance for Canadian farmers and others in the agri-food sector, whose livelihoods have been uprooted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Among the challenges facing those in Canada working to keep others fed are changing demands due to many restaurants being closed, having the staff to work the current planting season, and the closures of some processing plants leading to supply issues. Trudeau has faced questions at several past Rideau
  
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• PM Trudeau announces $252 million in new COVID-19 aid for farming, agri-food industry

  05-05-2020 10:27
  
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is announcing $252 million in new federal assistance for Canadian farmers and others in the agri-food sector whose livelihoods have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of this the government will be spending:$77 million to support food processors $125 million to help cattle and hog producers; and $50 million on a food surplus purchasing program.Among the challenges for those working to feed Canadians are changing demands due to many restaurants being clo
  
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• PM offering $252 million in new COVID-19 aid for farmers, food processors

  05-05-2020 10:27
  
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced the federal government is providing $252 million in new federal assistance for Canadian farmers and others in the agri-food sector whose livelihoods have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, to help redistribute food and better protect workers in processing plants. As part of this the government will be spending:$77 million to help food processors purchase protective equipment for workers, adapt to health protocols like physical distancing and expan
  
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• Feds spending $252 million to address food supply issues, safety at processing plants

  05-05-2020 10:27
  
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced the federal government is providing $252 million in new federal assistance for Canadian farmers and others in the agri-food sector whose livelihoods have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, to help redistribute food and better protect workers in processing plants. Though, already, some industry stakeholders are saying this new funding falls “well short” of what’s needed.  As part of this the government will be spending:$77.5
  
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• Lethbridge police investigating actions of officers involved in ‘Star Wars Day’ Stormtrooper handcuffing - Globalnews.ca

  05-05-2020 09:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Lethbridge police investigating actions of officers involved in ‘Star Wars Day’ Stormtrooper handcuffing  Globalnews.ca
  
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• City of Lethbridge set to temporarily layoff additional 30 employees in May - Globalnews.ca

  05-05-2020 09:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  City of Lethbridge set to temporarily layoff additional 30 employees in May  Globalnews.ca
  
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