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Alberta calls on federal government to help Indigenous communities with opioid crisis
WINNIPEG - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the federal government is failing when it comes to some of the big issues in its jurisdiction, particularly Indigenous health care. At the annual premier...
Jul 11, 2023
Nova Scotia government says judge dismissed from inquiry had rejected offer for help
HALIFAX - The Nova Scotia government says a judge dismissed from leading a high-profile inquiry had rejected an offer for help, even though he had asked for four extensions to allow him to complete hi...
Jul 11, 2023
Uncertain demand clouds future of Canada's planned LNG exports, experts say
VANCOUVER - Canadian liquefied natural gas projects looking to fill gaps in the global market left by the absence of Russian gas may run into more challenging conditions than expected, industry expert...
Jul 11, 2023
Get another COVID-19 booster in the fall, Canada's immunization panel recommends
OTTAWA - Canada's National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) says people should get another COVID-19 vaccine booster in the fall if it's been at least six months since their last dose or COVID...
Jul 11, 2023
California man paralyzed from run-in with police gets $20 million settlement
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - A California man who was left paralyzed after he was slammed to the ground during a traffic stop won a $20 million settlement, one of the largest in the state's history, offi...
Jul 11, 2023
Cabins destroyed by wildfire near Tulita, N.W.T.
TULITA, N.W.T. - The Northwest Territories government says several cabins near Tulita have likely been destroyed by a wildfire burning in the area. In a special wildfire bulletin on Saturday, the terr...
Jul 11, 2023
Summer has arrived in Prince Albert National Park!
More than ever, people are looking to spend time outdoors close to home. Summer in Prince Albert National Park is the perfect getaway to reconnect with friends, family and nature. Walk the trails, go ...
Jul 11, 2023
State of emergency declared in Quebec town due to flood risk, more towns evacuating
MONTREAL - A town near Quebec City has declared a state of local emergency due to rising water levels, as heavy rain over many parts of the province has communities on alert for flooding. The mayor of...
Jul 11, 2023
Premiers meeting in Winnipeg starts with discussion with Indigenous leaders
Canada's premiers kicked off their annual three-day conference Monday by meeting with Indigenous leaders on issues including housing, child welfare and reconciliation.David Chartrand, head of the Mani...
Jul 11, 2023
Fire that killed 2 on a cargo ship in New Jersey is out after nearly a week, officials say
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) - Crews extinguished the intensely burning fire aboard a cargo ship docked in New Jersey after nearly a week and are now beginning their investigation into the blaze that killed two ...
Jul 11, 2023