Category Archives: Canada
Mary Simon's appointment as Canada's next governor general sparks applause, criticism
OTTAWA - Federal politicians, Indigenous groups and others were quick to weigh in following Mary Simon's appointment as Canada's next governor general on Tuesday. Here is some of what they said: "This...
Jul 6, 2021
Kahnawake's first female, LGBTQ grand chief wants to focus on healing, unity
MONTREAL - The Kahnawake Mohawk community south of Montreal has a long tradition of female leadership but has never had a female grand chief - until now. Over the weekend, Kahsennenhawe Sky-Deer, 41, ...
Jul 6, 2021
Liberals maintain narrow lead over Tories among decided voters: Poll
OTTAWA - A new poll suggests Justin Trudeau's Liberal party has only a narrow lead over the Opposition Conservatives among decided voters. The online survey from Leger and the Association for Canadian...
Jul 6, 2021
Canadian killed in Miami building collapse, three more Canadians missing
The body of a Canadian has been found at the site of a collapsed condo in southern Florida. Global Affairs Canada said on Tuesday that the Canadian is among 32 dead in the collapse that occurred on Ju...
Jul 6, 2021
At least 1.3 million Canadians opted to mix COVID-19 vaccines by the end of June
OTTAWA - Health Canada says at least 1.3 million Canadians opted for a mixed-dose finish to their COVID-19 vaccination schedule in June. The weekly vaccination coverage report published Monday shows a...
Jul 6, 2021
The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada for Tuesday, July 6, 2021
The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada (all times eastern): 12:15 p.m. Manitoba enforcement officers issued 58 warnings and 24 tickets last week for suspected infractions of COVID-19 publi...
Jul 6, 2021
Head of MADD Canada calls on Nova Scotia premier to take action against drunk driving
HALIFAX - The head of Mothers Against Drunk Driving Canada says Nova Scotia Premier Iain Rankin's apology Monday for an impaired driving conviction in 2003 must be followed up with action on the issue...
Jul 6, 2021
'Steer the market': Study finds $23B in federal, provincial pipeline support
Taxpayer dollars are heavily distorting Canada's financial marketplace in favour of fossil fuel pipelines, new research suggests. The International Institute for Sustainable Development says spending ...
Jul 6, 2021
Montreal police arrest four, launch tear gas after Habs' Game 4 Stanley Cup final win
Montreal police say they arrested four people and issued 36 tickets following the Montreal Canadiens' win in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup final. Officers moved quickly to clear a crowd gathered outside t...
Jul 6, 2021
Inuk leader Mary Simon named Canada's next GG
OTTAWA - Mary Simon, an Inuk leader and former Canadian diplomat, has been named as Canada's next governor general - the first Indigenous person to serve in the role. "It is only by building bridges, ...
Jul 6, 2021