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Sherman family proud Apotex founder among latest Order of Canada inductees
The family of Apotex founder Barry Sherman says they are proud he is being appointed to the Order of Canada. Sherman was nominated for his entrepreneurship in the pharmaceutical industry as well as his philanthropic support of education and other charities. The Order of Canada cannot be awarded to someone after their death, but Sherman was nominated more than six months ago.
Shares of several Canadian cannabis companies temporarily halted on TSX
Several Canadian cannabis companies had their stocks temporarily halted on the Toronto Stock Exchange early Friday afternoon due to volatile swings in trading.
Gov. Gen., on skates, encourages Canadians to 'get active' in New Years message
Julie Payette has issued a decidedly informal request to Canadians in her first New Years message as governor general — "stay active."
Montreal La Presse publishes final print edition as part of shift to digital
Montreal's La Presse has published its final print edition after more than 133 years.
Debt reduction remains high priority, ahead of investments and savings: CIBC
Canadians are keen to lighten their debt loads in 2018, according to an annual opinion survey conducted for CIBC.
First white rhinoceros born at Toronto Zoo in 27 years has "very hairy ears'
The Toronto Zoo says a seven-year-old white rhinoceros gave birth to a male calf on Christmas Eve.
Johnny Bower was a fearless competitor and a fan favourite with Maple Leafs
Johnny Bower didn't really want to come to Toronto. But the pint-sized goalie with the big heart went on to become part of Maple Leafs lore.
B.C. premier says housing top issue for 2018, but much more on NDP to-do list
Premier John Horgan says addressing British Columbia's housing crisis is his government's top priority in 2018, but it's not the only pressing concern on his minority New Democrat government's to-do list.
Trudeau Christmas message calls for giving, recalls government's accomplishments
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is asking Canadians to reach out to their neighbours as they celebrate the holidays.
Town of Churchill says thank you to everyone who helped after rail line lost
The town of Churchill in northern Manitoba is saying thank you to everyone who has helped the community since it lost its rail service.