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Delay in ministerial approval of spy warrant didn't seem exceptional: former official

Delay in ministerial approval of spy warrant didn't seem exceptional: former official

OTTAWA — A former deputy minister of public safety says nothing struck him as "particularly exceptional" in early 2021 about a weeks-long delay in ministerial approval of a spy service warrant.
Grassland destruction on Canadian Prairies harming bird populations: report

Grassland destruction on Canadian Prairies harming bird populations: report

A national bird conservation organization says grassland habitat loss on the Prairies has created a "conservation crisis" for dozens of species of birds.
Quebec court grants injunction to stop illegal dumping in Kanesatake

Quebec court grants injunction to stop illegal dumping in Kanesatake

MONTREAL — A Quebec court has granted a temporary injunction against several residents of the Mohawk community of Kanesatake to stop the illegal dumping of contaminated soil on waterfront properties.
Coroner orders inquest into fatal Old Montreal fire that left 2 French citizens dead

Coroner orders inquest into fatal Old Montreal fire that left 2 French citizens dead

MONTREAL — Quebec's chief coroner ordered a public inquest Tuesday into a fatal Old Montreal fire that claimed the lives of two French nationals last week -- the second deadly fire in the historic neighbourhood in less than two years.
Peter Nygard denied bail pending appeal of his Toronto sex assault convictions

Peter Nygard denied bail pending appeal of his Toronto sex assault convictions

TORONTO — Former fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been denied bail as he appeals his sexual assault convictions in Toronto and an 11-year prison sentence.
The 'Godfather of AI' joins list of distinguished Canadians who have won Nobel Prize

The 'Godfather of AI' joins list of distinguished Canadians who have won Nobel Prize

Geoffrey Hinton was awarded a Nobel Prize in physics on Tuesday in recognition of his trailblazing contributions to the field of artificial intelligence.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau headed to Laos for ASEAN Summit

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau headed to Laos for ASEAN Summit

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is travelling to Laos today to take part in the ASEAN Summit.
Inflation, interest rates eroded Canadians' purchasing power since 2022: PBO report

Inflation, interest rates eroded Canadians' purchasing power since 2022: PBO report

OTTAWA — Inflation and higher interest rates have eroded Canadians' purchasing power since 2022, particularly for lower-income households, a new report from the parliamentary budget officer has found.
Canadian Chamber of Commerce sends stark warning about U.S. trade relationship

Canadian Chamber of Commerce sends stark warning about U.S. trade relationship

WASHINGTON — A new report from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce is sending a stark warning ahead of the U.S. presidential election, saying protectionist policies like Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could damage economies on both sides of the border.
In the news today: Canadian Chamber sends warning about Trump tariffs

In the news today: Canadian Chamber sends warning about Trump tariffs

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Canadian Chamber sends warning about Trump tariffs A new report from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce is sending a stark warning ahead of the U.S.