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Small Yukon First Nation bans sex offender using its COVID emergency law

Small Yukon First Nation bans sex offender using its COVID emergency law

WHITEHORSE — A First Nation of fewer than 300 people in Yukon's north has used a law it created during the COVID-19 pandemic to bar a convicted sex offender from being sent to its community.
Amanda Todd's father, mother, brother tell B.C. sentencing hearing about loss

Amanda Todd's father, mother, brother tell B.C. sentencing hearing about loss

NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C. — Amanda Todd's father wiped away tears in a British Columbia Supreme Court as he struggled to describe his own torment following the harassment his daughter endured online before she ended her life.
"Most discriminated-against group': Alberta premier pledges to protect unvaccinated

"Most discriminated-against group': Alberta premier pledges to protect unvaccinated

EDMONTON — Danielle Smith, sworn in Tuesday as Alberta's new premier, said she will shake up the top tier of the health system within three months and amend provincial human rights law to protect those who choose not to get vaccinated.
Trudeau announces money for Quebec firm that produces minerals for electric cars

Trudeau announces money for Quebec firm that produces minerals for electric cars

SOREL-TRACY, Que. — Ottawa will invest $222 million to help a Quebec company increase production of critical minerals for goods such as electric cars and batteries while simultaneously cutting emissions, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Tuesday.
'Defending Saskatchewan': Moe prepared to take legal actions over pollution laws

'Defending Saskatchewan': Moe prepared to take legal actions over pollution laws

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says he's prepared to take legal action over federal regulations on pollution.
Hockey Canada resignations only first step in changing sport's culture: Trudeau

Hockey Canada resignations only first step in changing sport's culture: Trudeau

Hockey Canada's under-fire leadership finally stepped aside amid blistering and unwavering criticism over the embattled organization's handling of sexual assault allegations.
Canada and Japan launch formal talks on intelligence-sharing pact, more military ties

Canada and Japan launch formal talks on intelligence-sharing pact, more military ties

OTTAWA — Canada and Japan have launched talks aimed at sharing military intelligence, as the two countries try countering growing threats from China and Russia.
Cap on international students' working hours should be lifted permanently: advocates

Cap on international students' working hours should be lifted permanently: advocates

OTTAWA — A new pilot project to lift the cap on the number of hours international students can work should be made permanent, say advocates who have spent years asking for the change.
Canada sending 40 military engineers to train Ukraine forces after missile strikes

Canada sending 40 military engineers to train Ukraine forces after missile strikes

OTTAWA — Canada is sending 40 military engineers to Poland to train Ukrainian forces in their fight against Russia, following airstrikes on civilians that have G7 leaders pledging to support Kyiv "for as long as it takes.
'Can't serve two masters': Parti Québécois leader refuses to swear oath to King

'Can't serve two masters': Parti Québécois leader refuses to swear oath to King

MONTREAL — Parti Québécois Leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon said Tuesday he didn't want to swear an oath to King Charles III, but the newly elected member wouldn't say what he would do if his formal request to the legislature is rejected.
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