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National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration to go ahead this Saturday in Sylvan Lake
The National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration in Sylvan Lake is set for this Saturday, June 21 but will look a bit different than originally planned.Due to rain in the forecast, the event has been m...
Jun 19, 2025
Chad Kelly out again as Nick Arbuckle starts third straight for banged-up Argos
TORONTO - Chad Kelly will have plenty of company on the Toronto Argonauts sideline Friday night. Kelly will miss a third straight start when Toronto (0-2) hosts the Saskatchewan Roughriders (2-0). The...
Jun 19, 2025
Climate activist throws paint on Picasso painting at Montreal museum
MONTREAL - A climate activist group says one of its supporters sprayed pink paint this morning on a Pablo Picasso painting at a Montreal museum. Last Generation Canada says an activist smeared washabl...
Jun 19, 2025
Scientists question Ottawa more than doubling cod catch in Newfoundland and Labrador
ST. JOHN'S - Scientists say they are surprised and "puzzled" by the federal fisheries minister's decision Wednesday to more than double the catch in this year's northern cod fishery in Newfoundland an...
Jun 19, 2025
Arbitrator overturns suspension of Canadian figure skater Nikolaj Sorensen
An arbitrator has overturned Canadian figure skater Nikolaj Sorensen's suspension of at least six years for sexual maltreatment. Skate Canada said in a statement that it has lifted its sanctions again...
Jun 19, 2025
Carney says it's 'foundational' to have diplomatic ties with India
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says that reinstating key diplomats between Canada and India is a "foundational" step in restoring the relationship between the two countries. But Carney still refu...
Jun 19, 2025
Carney says it's 'foundational' to have diplomatic ties with India
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney says that reinstating key diplomats between Canada and India is a "foundational" step in restoring the relationship between the two countries. But Carney still refu...
Jun 19, 2025
Federal power to sidestep Indian Act removed from major projects bill
OTTAWA - After weeks of criticism from First Nations leaders, the federal government has amended its major projects bill to withdraw the power it gave cabinet to sidestep the Indian Act. The Liberal g...
Jun 19, 2025
Oilers' McDavid won't rush contract extension, says winning is top priority
EDMONTON - Two days after losing in the Stanley Cup final, Connor McDavid says he's not in a rush to make a decision about his future. The Edmonton Oilers captain, widely considered the best player in...
Jun 19, 2025
Fire Advisory lifted for Lacombe County
Due to recent precipitation, Lacombe County has lifted its Fire Advisory. While this change reflects improved conditions, county officials say residents are urged to exercise caution and always priori...
Jun 19, 2025