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Supreme Court decision could lift lid on physician billing figures in Ontario
The Ontario doctors who previously charged the most to the province's health system may soon have their names released to the public, a Supreme Court decision suggested Thursday. Canada's top judicial...
Apr 13, 2019
Canadian women hone "blue-collar" identity in 5-0 quarterfinal win over Germany
ESPOO, Finland - In an unfamiliar game against an unfamiliar foe, Canada summoned the brand of hockey the team believes can win gold at the women's world championship. Blayre Turnbull's two goals ...
Apr 13, 2019
Woman testifies about life in British Columbia polygamist community
CRANBROOK, B.C. - A former member of a fundamentalist sect testified Friday about growing up in a British Columbia community that practises polygamy at the trial of man charged with the alleged r...
Apr 13, 2019
Bozo eruptions: Will gaffes on social issues affect Alberta election results?
CALGARY - The economy, not social issues such as LGBTQ rights, will be top of mind for Susan Yuen when she votes for the United Conservative Party in Alberta's election on Tuesday....
Apr 13, 2019
Winger Nick DeLeon signs new contract, finds new home with Toronto FC
TORONTO - Winger Nick DeLeon was one of several Toronto FC players to take their kids onto the field last Saturday for the anthems before facing the Chicago Fire. It was an emotional first for&nb...
Apr 13, 2019
Turbulence hits union contract negotiations with Bombardier and Airbus
MONTREAL - Negotiations appear to have hit some turbulence in efforts to renew a contract between unionized employees and the Bombardier and Airbus-controlled limited partnership that is assembling th...
Apr 13, 2019
Trudeau to visit gurdwara after government removes reference to Sikh extremism
VANCOUVER - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will visit one of the largest Sikh temples in Canada this morning, just hours after his government agreed to remove a reference to Sikh extremism from a repor...
Apr 13, 2019
Women launch lawsuit in labour-inducing drug case at N.B hospital
MONCTON, N.B. - A proposed class action lawsuit has been launched against New Brunswick's largest health authority and an obstetrics nurse by women who believe the nurse improperly ...
Apr 13, 2019
Brexit delay makes time for Canada, Britain to craft trade deal, envoy says
OTTAWA - Britain's prolonged divorce proceeding from the European Union will give it more time to forge a proper free-trade deal with Canada, says the country's envoy to Ottawa. The United K...
Apr 13, 2019
Gloves come off as Canadian TV rivals battle over fees for carrying NHL games
MONTREAL - Quebecor has proposed putting a corporate dispute with BCE's Bell Canada on ice until at least April 23 - a move that offers possible relief for hockey fans who prefer t...
Apr 13, 2019