Category Archives: Canada
Big, burly Newfoundland guys in mermaid tails a global hit for a good cause
ST. JOHN’S, N.L. - They’re bearded, they’re burly and they’re wearing sparkly mermaid tails. A group of men posing as “merb’ys” to raise cash for a Newfoundla...
Nov 09, 2017
In no rush on TPP, Trudeau says as feds dismiss reports of a deal in principle
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam - Canada won’t be pressured into prematurely signing a deal on the Trans-Pacific Partnership, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Thursday as his Liberal government flat...
Nov 09, 2017
'Disdain and mockery:' Saskatchewan premier criticizes Governor General's speech
REGINA - Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall says Gov. Gen. Julie Payette should avoid denigrating faiths that believe in a creator. Payette has faced criticism for a speech last week that some say mocked ...
Nov 09, 2017
Small knives will be allowed on planes, but baby powder banned: Transport Canada
OTTAWA - Under new regulation changes effective later this month, airline passengers will be able to carry some small knives on most flights, but baby powder will be banned. Transport Canada says knif...
Nov 09, 2017
Appeal allowed: Supreme Court to decide how abandoned oil wells to be handled
OTTAWA - The Supreme Court of Canada will hear an appeal from Alberta’s energy regulator that seeks to overturn a ruling that could allow bankrupt energy companies to walk away from cleaning up ...
Nov 09, 2017
Quebec mall criticized for Santa visiting on Remembrance Day
MONTREAL - A Montreal shopping mall has been criticized for its decision to trot out Santa Claus about an hour before ceremonies are held on Remembrance Day to honour Canada’s war dead. Saint Ni...
Nov 09, 2017
Calgary 20-something engineers revive investment club concept to talk stocks
Some see it as a throwback to another era, but a group of 20-something Calgary engineers say they heartily recommend membership in an investment club after running one for three years. A well-worn cop...
Nov 09, 2017
Judge says guilty finding possible; Ontario gas plants trial to go ahead
TORONTO - Some evidence exists that could ultimately lead to the conviction of two former senior political aides accused of illegally destroying documents related to an Ontario government decision to ...
Nov 09, 2017
Ex-PQ leader Boisclair arrested for suspected drunk driving: reports
QUEBEC - Former Parti Quebecois leader Andre Boisclair was arrested Thursday for allegedly driving while under the influence of alcohol, a Montreal radio station reported. Cogeco-owned 98,5 FM said Qu...
Nov 09, 2017
Ottawa to order ships to give right whales a 100-metre buffer zone in Gulf
MONCTON, N.B. - Ottawa will order boats to give right whales a 100-metre buffer zone as it looks at a variety of options to protect the endangered mammals in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, says Fisheries M...
Nov 09, 2017