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Jewish organization calls for ‘action’ to protect community after Sydney shooting
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
OTTAWA — A Jewish organization is calling on all levels of government to protect communities in Canada following a mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Australia. Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs CEO Noah Shack said in an interview with The Canadian Press that the need for action is “urgent.” “Thoughts and prayers can ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A look at Environment Canada’s top 10 weather events for 2025
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
Environment Canada has released its annual list of top 10 weather events. Here’s the list for 2025, unranked: 1. Arctic Ocean storm surge floods Tuktoyaktuk, N.W.T. 2. Drought deepens across much of the country 3. When everything froze: Major ice storm brings Ontario to a standstill 4. May heat wave and dry conditions intensify wildfires ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Northern mine lands $115M federal loan as global diamond prices face tariff hit
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
OTTAWA — The owner of a mine in Northwest Territories will receive a $115 million loan from the federal government to keep operations running as U.S. tariffs depress the global diamond market. Arctic Canadian Diamond Company Ltd., a subsidiary of Australia’s Burgundy Diamond Mines Ltd., operates the Ekati mine in the Lac de Gras region ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Manitoba wildfires, Arctic Ocean storm among Canada’s top weather events for 2025
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
Spring wildfires that forced more than 32,000 Manitobans to flee their homes are among Environment Canada’s top 10 weather events of the year. The agency says a summer storm surge that flooded the northern hamlet of Tuktoyaktuk, N.W.T., also made the list. This list also includes heat waves, thunderstorms and memorable snowstorms. Manitoba’s plight was ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!B.C. Mountie ordered to resign or be fired after vulgar group chats
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
VANCOUVER — A British Columbia Mountie convicted of discreditable conduct for making sexist comments in group chats has been ordered to resign within 14 days, or he will be fired. RCMP adjudicator Louise Morel says the actions of Coquitlam Const. Ian Solven were a “fundamental breach of the public trust” and that allowing him to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Musqueam ‘not coming for anyone’s private property’ in appealing Cowichan decision
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
VANCOUVER — A British Columbia First Nation appealing the landmark Cowichan Tribes Aboriginal title ruling says that it will not be “coming for anyone’s private property” if it wins. Musqueam Indian Band Chief Wayne Sparrow says in a statement that it is appealing the August decision by the B.C. Supreme Court to defend its traditional ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CP NewsAlert: B.C. Mountie ordered to resign or be fired after vulgar group chats
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
A British Columbia Mountie convicted of discreditable conduct for making sexist comments in group chats has been ordered to resign within 14 days, or he will be fired. More coming. The Canadian Press... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Winter storm hits Prairies, closing schools and universities in Winnipeg
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
WINNIPEG — Blizzard conditions have made for hazardous driving environments across much of Saskatchewan and Manitoba, prompting school closures in many areas. Many roads in southern Manitoba were closed Thursday morning, including sections of the Trans-Canada Highway and the Perimeter Highway surrounding Winnipeg. Schools in many areas, including Winnipeg, are closed, as are the University ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Santa, elves sought in alleged Montreal grocery theft described as political act
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
MONTREAL — Police are investigating what activists say was a Robin Hood-style theft at a Montreal grocery store this week with people dressed as Santa and elves shoplifting thousands of dollars worth of food. A group called “Robins of the alleys” has claimed responsibility for the theft, saying four santas and a host of elves ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Winter storm sweeps through Prairies, schools and universities close in Winnipeg
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
WINNIPEG — Blizzard conditions have made for hazardous road conditions across much of Saskatchewan and Manitoba, prompting school closures in many areas. Some parts are expected to receive up to 20 centimetres of snow before the storm passes through, and strong winds, forecast to taper off later today, have reduced visibility and caused drifts on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U.S. trade representative fires opening salvo in review of Canada-U.S.-Mexico deal
By Canadian Press on December 18th, 2025
OTTAWA — Washington’s trade representative says a coming review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade deal will hinge on resolving concerns about Canadian policies on dairy products, alcohol and digital services. In a statement this week to a congressional committee, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Americans have concerns about access to Canada’s dairy market and Canada’s ... Read More »
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