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CBC head Catherine Tait summoned to committee over job cuts, executive bonuses

CBC head Catherine Tait summoned to committee over job cuts, executive bonuses

OTTAWA — Members of Parliament have called CBC president Catherine Tait to testify about her announcement the public broadcaster would cut 10 per cent of its workforce, while not ruling out bonuses for executives.
New AFN chief 'absolutely' supports Ontario chiefs in push for carbon price review

New AFN chief 'absolutely' supports Ontario chiefs in push for carbon price review

OTTAWA — The incoming leader of the Assembly of First Nations says she'll back demands by chiefs in Ontario for a judicial review of Canada's carbon price.
Trump appeals ruling rejecting immunity claim as window narrows to derail federal election case

Trump appeals ruling rejecting immunity claim as window narrows to derail federal election case

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Donald Trump is appealing a ruling that found he is not immune from criminal prosecution as he runs out of opportunities to delay or even derail an upcoming trial on charges that he plotted to overturn the results o
Former congressman tapped as Democratic candidate in special election to replace George Santos

Former congressman tapped as Democratic candidate in special election to replace George Santos

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi will be the Democratic nominee in next year's special election to replace ousted congressman George Santos, New York Democrats announced Thursday.
Joly condemns Hamas rapes of Israeli women after weeks of pressure

Joly condemns Hamas rapes of Israeli women after weeks of pressure

OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly is condemning sexual violence committed by Hamas during its attack on Israel, after weeks of pressure to speak out.
Liberals hike income requirement for foreign students, targeting 'puppy mill' schools

Liberals hike income requirement for foreign students, targeting 'puppy mill' schools

Ottawa will require foreigners applying to study in Canada to have double the amount of funds currently required, Immigration Minister Marc Miller said Thursday.
Ontario considering enhanced road test for drivers over 80: auditor general report

Ontario considering enhanced road test for drivers over 80: auditor general report

TORONTO — Ontario is considering introducing an enhanced road test for drivers over 80 years old, and is looking at how to better deter stunt driving.
Telus urges support for broadcast distributors as CRTC hearing set to wrap up

Telus urges support for broadcast distributors as CRTC hearing set to wrap up

Telus Corp. is urging the CRTC to address a "dramatically" changing industry landscape, echoing its Canadian broadcasting rivals, as the federal regulator's three-week hearing held in response to the Online Streaming Act winds down.
Cap on greenhouse gas emissions singles out Alberta, Premier Smith says

Cap on greenhouse gas emissions singles out Alberta, Premier Smith says

Ottawa's proposed cap on greenhouse gas emissions from the oilpatch punishes Alberta's main industry and the province will take the measures to court, Premier Danielle Smith said Thursday.
Nova Scotia premier says no word on reopening of Donkin mine after meeting company

Nova Scotia premier says no word on reopening of Donkin mine after meeting company

HALIFAX — The immediate future of Cape Breton’s Donkin coal mine remained murky Thursday following a meeting between company officials and Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston.