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For a rising star in Canadian auto racing, one of the biggest challenges is off track
MONTREAL - Much like the way he moves around a racetrack, rising Canadian auto racing star Patrick Woods-Toth is quick to leave an impression. Just months since jumping from a go-kart to a race car, t...
Sep 01, 2023
New fences, gate controls among international border upgrades since 'Freedom Convoy'
OTTAWA - The Canadian Border Services Agency is improving the perimeter fences, gate controls and road infrastructure at 11 border crossings between the United States and Canada following the "Freedom...
Sep 01, 2023
Duck race for Youth HQ goes Labour Day at Discovery Canyon
One of the year's most unique fundraisers is happening this Labour Day Monday.The Optimist Club of Red Deer Duck Race, in support of Youth HQ and other local youth initiatives, goes Sept. 4 at 9:30 a....
Sep 01, 2023
Central Alberta golfers to compete at 2023 Canadian Men’s Senior Championship
A number of central Alberta golfers will be competing at the 2023 Canadian Men's Senior Championship at Big Sky Golf Club in Pemberton, B.C. next week.Local golfers taking part in the national event f...
Sep 01, 2023
Province announces funding to help victims of crime access supports
The Government of Alberta is aiming to make it easier for the victims of crime to get the help they need.The province announced that it will spend $7 million over the next two years through the Specia...
Sep 01, 2023
Spain legal panel opens case against suspended soccer chief over World Cup kiss, reports say
MADRID (AP) - A Spanish government legal panel is opening a case against suspended soccer chief Luis Rubiales, the state news agency Efe said. Rubiales has come in for a storm of criticism and calls f...
Sep 01, 2023
CF Montreal set to meet familiar faces against visiting Columbus Crew
MONTREAL - CF Montreal will run into some familiar faces when Columbus Crew pays a visit to Stade Saputo on Saturday. Former head coach Wilfried Nancy and centre back Rudy Camacho will be returning fo...
Sep 01, 2023
Two key fires in Okanagan, B.C., are under control, but winds pose challenge to north
KELOWNA, B.C. - Two of the three fires making up a devastating wildfire complex that destroyed almost 200 homes around Lake Okanagan in the B.C. Interior are now under control. But the BC Wildfire Ser...
Sep 01, 2023
Quebec short-term rental law in effect, with big fines for uncertified listings
MONTREAL - Quebec's new tourist accommodation law is now in effect, with hefty fines of up to $100,000 for short-term rental platforms listing properties without a proper government certificate. Under...
Sep 01, 2023
Canada suffers first loss of FIBA World Cup with 69-65 defeat to Brazil
JAKARTA, Indonesia - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a game-high 23 points but Canada suffered its first defeat at the FIBA Basketball World Cup, losing 69-65 to Brazil in second-round action Friday. L...
Sep 01, 2023