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For increasing numbers of Americans, Canada offers a better dream
It’s not just the relentless parade of deadly mass shootings, the draconian assault on abortion rights or even the prospect of a Donald Trump comeback that has Mackenzie Fresquez exploring a move to Canada.
After gravel and gallows, Trudeau brewery event 'unfortunately' cancelled as apparent convoy protesters gathered outside
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's day of whistle stops in the Ottawa area ended early on Friday, July 15, 2022, as anti-Liberal protesters gathered outside a brewery before he arrived.
$1.1-billion deal with Ottawa gives First Nations in Québec control over education
With a new funding agreement, First Nations in Québec have greater ability to bolster and decolonize their schools.
Mandatory random testing of travellers at Canada's main airports resumes
The federal government announced plans on Thursday, July 14, 2022, to start randomly testing travellers at Canada's four main airports for COVID-19 again next week, but intends to move the actual swabbing off-site.
Rogers outage may be discussed by House tech committee
The House of Commons industry and technology committee is set to meet today, July 15, 2022, to discuss launching an investigation into the Rogers Communications Inc. outage.
Health Canada approves COVID vaccine for kids under five
Canada's drug regulator approved Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for infants and preschoolers on Thursday, July 14, 2022, making it the first vaccine approved for that age group in the country.
Canada's foreign affairs committee will discuss Russia turbine export at special meeting
A House of Commons committee will hold a special meeting this morning to discuss Canada's controversial decision to send repaired parts for a Russian natural gas pipeline back to Germany.
Climate emergency declared by Pacific island national leaders
Pacific island national leaders declared a climate emergency on Friday, July 15, 2022, and agreed to try to bring Kiribati back to the region’s main diplomatic grouping.
Climate activists in Germany use superglue, blockades to make their point
“It’s absolutely crazy to stick yourself to the road with superglue,” admits Lina Schinkoethe.
Ripudaman Singh Malik, man acquitted in Air India bombing, assassinated in B.C.
The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team released a statement on Thursday, July 14, 2022, confirming Malik's death, saying the shooting appears to have been targeted and there was believed to be no further risk to the public.
'Victims expect more than prayers,' survivors tell Pope
Quebec victims of sexual abuse by Roman Catholic clergy are calling on Pope Francis to deliver "swift justice" to them ahead of his visit to Canada at the end of the month.
Farmers join 'living lab' program to reduce greenhouse gases
The federal government has expanded a program to include the agricultural sector in coming up with solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Brits toss out nearly 100 billion pieces of plastic packaging a year
U.K. households recycle just 12 per cent of single-use plastic, according to a new survey by Greenpeace.
When an iceberg flips: Dark Ice exhibition uncovers some Arctic truths
There’s a phenomenon when an iceberg, after breaking off from a glacier and its weight is imbalanced, flips. It’s a process that reveals what had been submerged, bringing to the surface a whole new glacial landscape.