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Lawyer challenges federal decision to deny help to woman with six children in Syria

Lawyer challenges federal decision to deny help to woman with six children in Syria

OTTAWA — A lawyer is urging the Federal Court to direct the Canadian government to repatriate a Quebec woman being held in a Syrian detention camp with her six children.
Military drops sexual misconduct charge against Lt.-Gen. Steve Whelan

Military drops sexual misconduct charge against Lt.-Gen. Steve Whelan

GATINEAU, Que. — The military has dropped a charge related to alleged sexual misconduct against Lt.-Gen. Steve Whelan, who was removed from his job as head of military personnel in 2021 after the allegations were made.
Former foreign minister Marc Garneau says Canada, South Korea should form closer ties

Former foreign minister Marc Garneau says Canada, South Korea should form closer ties

OTTAWA — Former foreign affairs minister Marc Garneau says Canada should push for a role in a new security pact, arguing South Korea and Ottawa could help each other gain strategic influence in the Indo-Pacific.
'Show us the money': N.L. premier says open to hydro deal if Quebec pays up

'Show us the money': N.L. premier says open to hydro deal if Quebec pays up

Quebec must be ready to pay if it wants more electricity from Newfoundland and Labrador, Premier Andrew Furey said Monday, describing the current arrangement as “punishing” for his province.
RCMP demolish last structure at Quebec's Roxham Road migrant crossing

RCMP demolish last structure at Quebec's Roxham Road migrant crossing

LACOLLE, Que. — The last RCMP building came down Monday at Quebec's Roxham Road, which has been used by more than 100,000 migrants since 2017 as an unofficial border crossing into Canada.
Shopping for something to wear on Orange Shirt Day? Here's what you need to know

Shopping for something to wear on Orange Shirt Day? Here's what you need to know

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Knowing where your money is going proves crucial to supporting Indigenous businesses

Knowing where your money is going proves crucial to supporting Indigenous businesses

TORONTO — Jaymie Campbell has been running her beading and quilling business for over five years. It's a money-making venture but for her, it is about more than income.
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In the news today: Ontario legislature resumes, Jewish groups demand apology

In the news today: Ontario legislature resumes, Jewish groups demand apology

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today...
Parole board warned employees about threats following Saskatchewan stabbings: emails

Parole board warned employees about threats following Saskatchewan stabbings: emails

Parole Board of Canada employees were fearful of threats after it was revealed a mass killer in Saskatchewan was on statutory release at the time of last year's rampage, emails show.