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Debris from cargo ship spill last fall spreading along B.C. coast: beach cleaners

Debris from cargo ship spill last fall spreading along B.C. coast: beach cleaners

TOFINO, B.C. — A volunteer organization that has been cleaning up debris from a cargo ship that lost 109 containers off the B.C. coast last fall says the incident should be a wake-up call to the need for more urgent action.
Artists and organization across Canada support Ukraine; condemn Russia

Artists and organization across Canada support Ukraine; condemn Russia

Artists and arts organizations across Canada are working on shows in support of Ukraine while taking public stances against Russia and its devastating invasion on the country last week.
Canadians advised by federal government to leave Russia while means available

Canadians advised by federal government to leave Russia while means available

OTTAWA — The Canadian government has updated its advice for anyone considering travelling to Russia.
'What about Timber Bay?' Survivor wants home recognized as residential school

'What about Timber Bay?' Survivor wants home recognized as residential school

Yvonne Mirasty was nine years old when she was taken. "When my mom got home from work, we were gone.
Ukraine war sparks fresh calls for urgency on upgrading North America's defences

Ukraine war sparks fresh calls for urgency on upgrading North America's defences

OTTAWA — Russian President Vladimir Putin’s decision to put his country’s nuclear arsenal on high alert last weekend has sparked hope that Ottawa and Washington will finally act with urgency in upgrading North America’s defences.
No winning ticket for Friday's $30 million Lotto Max jackpot

No winning ticket for Friday's $30 million Lotto Max jackpot

TORONTO — No winning ticket was sold for the $30 million jackpot in Friday's Lotto Max draw. The jackpot for the next draw on Mar. 8 will be an estimated $40 million. The Canadian Press
Killing the 'carbon tax' is back while some Conservatives seek credible climate plans

Killing the 'carbon tax' is back while some Conservatives seek credible climate plans

A group of longtime Conservatives is advocating for leadership hopefuls to develop credible climate plans at the same time as cancelling the federal carbon price has emerged as one of the first promises out of the race.
Canada scrambles to rebook rapid test deliveries amid ban of Russian planes

Canada scrambles to rebook rapid test deliveries amid ban of Russian planes

OTTAWA — Canada is rescheduling 11 planeloads of rapid tests this month that were due to be delivered via Russian cargo jets.
Alberta government to extend pause on Rocky Mountain coal mine development

Alberta government to extend pause on Rocky Mountain coal mine development

EDMONTON — The Alberta government is renewing and expanding its restrictions on coal mining in the province's Rocky Mountains in response to a strong public outcry and two reports written following extensive consultations on the issue.
Montrealer accused of fomenting hatred 'has the right' to antisemitic views: lawyer

Montrealer accused of fomenting hatred 'has the right' to antisemitic views: lawyer

MONTREAL — Lawyers for a Montreal man charged with fomenting hatred against Jewish people in a blog post on a far-right website told a judge Friday that the article falls short of what's needed for conviction.