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New work permit being offered to keep more international students in Canada
OTTAWA - International students are being offered a new work permit by the federal government in a bid to convince more to settle here permanently. Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino says former stu...
Jan 08, 2021
Former Edmonton star Duke Williams promoted to Bills' active roster for playoff game
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. - Former Edmonton Football Team star wide receiver Duke Williams has been elevated to the Buffalo Bills' active roster for only the second time this season ahead of Saturday's first...
Jan 08, 2021
PBS' 'Masterpiece' marks 50th year with challenges ahead
LOS ANGELES - As PBS' "Masterpiece" marks its 50th anniversary Sunday, the drama and mystery showcase could rest on its reputation built with acclaimed programs including "I, Claudius" and "Elizabeth ...
Jan 08, 2021
COVID-19 outbreak at Ottawa shelter linked to LTC workers, commission heard
A COVID-19 outbreak at an Ottawa women's shelter was linked to two long-term care workers who were staying at the facility because their income couldn't cover their rent, an independent commission has...
Jan 08, 2021
La Loche RCMP searching for 34-year-old male
The La Loche RCMP is seeking assistance from the public in locating a 34-year-old man from La Loche, Sask.Ronald Glen Herman has multiple warrants out for his arrest for crimes including; assault, ass...
Jan 08, 2021
US consumer credit up 4.4% in November, best in 5 months
WASHINGTON - U.S. consumer borrowing rose 4.4% in November, its strongest showing in five months, led by strong gains in auto and student loans that offset a drop in credit card borrowing. The Federal...
Jan 08, 2021
Seven deaths of COVID-19 in the province, largest number of vaccines administered in one day
The Government of Saskatchewan has reported seven deaths including one in the North Central and 336 new cases of COVID-19.As of January 8, a total of 6,015 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administ...
Jan 08, 2021
Ohio State defensive back Wade not losing sight of Metchie III's production with Tide
The Ohio State Buckeyes haven't lost sight of Canadian receiver John Metchie III's place in Alabama's high-octane offence. Top-ranked Alabama (12-0) faces No. 3 Ohio State (7-0) in U.S. college footba...
Jan 08, 2021
Avs, Knights, Blues make realigned West tall at the top
The team that emerges from the limited-time-only West Division should enter the Stanley Cup semifinals in prime, title-winning position. Like those mountain ranges in the middle of this three time zon...
Jan 08, 2021
Lakeview Pioneer Lodge outbreak sheds light on specialized care in Saskatchewan
The Lakeview Pioneer Lodge long-term care home in Wakaw continues to deal with a major COVID-19 outbreak at the facility.According to Acting CEO Wayne Nogier, all 44 residents and over 20 staff member...
Jan 08, 2021