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Family of B.C. woman missing for 12 years issues statement after remains found

Family of B.C. woman missing for 12 years issues statement after remains found

VANDERHOOF — The family of Madison Scott who went missing in Vanderhoof, B.C., 12 years ago says they've been "astonished" at the outpouring of support they have received since her remains were discovered days ago.
Government developing cybersecurity certification process for defence contractors

Government developing cybersecurity certification process for defence contractors

OTTAWA — The federal government says certain defence contracts will be subject to a mandatory cybersecurity certification process starting in the winter of 2024.
No fowl: Quebec ethics czar clears cabinet minister in pheasant hunt complaint

No fowl: Quebec ethics czar clears cabinet minister in pheasant hunt complaint

Quebec's ethics commissioner has cleared Economy Minister Pierre Fitzgibbon, saying he did not breach the ethics code by participating in a pheasant hunt last year on a private island southeast of Montreal.
Ottawa sends minister to Nigeria inauguration after accusing party of terror link

Ottawa sends minister to Nigeria inauguration after accusing party of terror link

OTTAWA — Months after arguing Nigeria's ruling party is responsible for terrorist acts, the Trudeau government has sent a cabinet minister to celebrate the swearing-in of its new president.
Quebec firm to pay $10M to avoid charges over bribes promised to Philippine officials

Quebec firm to pay $10M to avoid charges over bribes promised to Philippine officials

A Quebec forensics company promised millions of dollars in bribes to officials in the Philippines, including a cabinet minister and his brother, as it sought lucrative police contracts, according to a statement of facts attached to a deal the firm st
Weather Network summer forecast: El Nino to bring warm temp west, cooler temp east

Weather Network summer forecast: El Nino to bring warm temp west, cooler temp east

A summer forecast warns western wildfires will likely continue to be “a major concern," with higher-than-normal temperatures expected when the second fire season ramps up in July and peaks in August.
In The News for May 31 : How did Canada's economy fare in March?

In The News for May 31 : How did Canada's economy fare in March?

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of May 31 ... What we are watching in Canada ...
No winning ticket sold for Tuesday's $65 million Lotto Max jackpot

No winning ticket sold for Tuesday's $65 million Lotto Max jackpot

There was no winning ticket sold in Tuesday's Lotto Max $65 million draw. However, one of eight available Maxmillion prizes of $1 million each was won by a ticket holder in Quebec.
Auditor general calls for immediate action to protect children and youth in Nunavut

Auditor general calls for immediate action to protect children and youth in Nunavut

IQALUIT, Nunavut — Canada's auditor general says early findings in a review of child and family services in Nunavut were so alarming that her office immediately raised concerns with the territorial government.
Government amending Atlantic Accords to include offshore wind energy, spur production

Government amending Atlantic Accords to include offshore wind energy, spur production

OTTAWA — Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson says new legislation will let Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador tap into the potential of offshore wind power development.