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N.W.T. First Nation accuses head of economic development arm of diverting millions
By Emily Blake, The Canadian Press on May 1st, 2023
YELLOWKNIFE – A Northwest Territories Supreme Court justice has ordered that Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation companies be put in the care of a receiver-manager as the First Nation accuses the head of its business arm of misappropriating millions of dollars through self-dealing. The First Nation and Chief James Marlowe filed suit against Ron Barlas, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Crowds begin to gather in London ahead of the coronation of King Charles
By The Canadian Press on May 1st, 2023
LONDON – Crowds from all over the world are beginning to gather in London ahead of the Saturday coronation of King Charles. A group of diehard royal fans have already staked out their spots along the path to the palace, where they say they’ll be camping on the sidewalk to ensure they get the best ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Liberals to outline revised amendments concerning assault-style firearms
By The Canadian Press on May 1st, 2023
OTTAWA – After several days of behind-the-scenes negotiations, the Liberal government is set to outline a revamped approach to restricting assault-style firearms. Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino is slated to speak to the media this afternoon. In February, the Liberals withdrew an amendment to their firearms bill that would have spelled out in law the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bolo program updates list of most wanted suspects, $250K reward for top suspect
By The Canadian Press on May 1st, 2023
TORONTO – A national list of the country’s most wanted suspects has been updated today, with a man sought for the murder of a Toronto soccer referee topping the list. The Bolo program – which stands for “be on the lookout” – is intended to enlist public help in arresting those accused of major crimes. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jury deliberates at B.C. inquest into man’s death after a police beating
By The Canadian Press on May 1st, 2023
BURNABY, B.C. – The jury at a British Columbia coroner’s inquest has begun deliberations following 11 days of testimony about the death of Myles Gray after a beating by Vancouver police officers nearly eight years ago. Coroner Larry Marzinzik reminded jurors they are not to make any findings of legal responsibility when they form their ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta election campaign kicks off with voting day set for May 29
By Bill Graveland and Colette Derworiz, The Canadian Press on May 1st, 2023
CALGARY – The writ for the Alberta election has dropped, with voters heading to the polls on May 29 in what could be a squeaker of a result. United Conservative Leader Danielle Smith and New Democrat Leader Rachel Notley both kicked off their campaigns Monday in Calgary. Calgary is expected to be a key battleground ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jury deliberates at B.C. inquest into death of man after a police beating
By The Canadian Press on May 1st, 2023
BURNABY, B.C. – The jury at a British Columbia coroner’s inquest has begun deliberations after hearing 11 days of testimony about a beating by Vancouver police officers and the death of Myles Gray. Coroner Larry Marzinzik reminded jurors they are not to make any findings of legal responsibility when they form their possible recommendations. Gray ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alleged Chinese police stations still open in Quebec, despite minister’s claims
By The Canadian Press on May 1st, 2023
MONTREAL – Two Montreal-area community groups under investigation for allegedly hosting secret Chinese government police stations say they are operating normally. Their comments contradict claims made last week by federal Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino, who told a parliamentary committee that the RCMP had closed all the alleged secret police stations in the country. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Conservative MP says feds did not brief him on alleged threats to his family in China
By The Canadian Press on May 1st, 2023
OTTAWA – Conservative member of Parliament Michael Chong says Ottawa should have informed him about potential threats to his family made by China’s government. Chong released a statement after the Globe and Mail reported, citing a top-secret document and an anonymous national security source, that China’s intelligence service sought to target the MP and his ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A look at Alberta elections and governments over the last two decades
By The Canadian Press on May 1st, 2023
EDMONTON – Alberta’s next provincial election has been called for May 29. The Conservatives held power in the province for more than 40 years before an upset in 2015 led to changes in the political landscape. Here’s a look at Alberta elections over the past two decades: Progressive Conservatives, 2004 The PC party, in power ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Economy, crime, health care: A look at top issues in the Alberta election campaign
By The Canadian Press on May 1st, 2023
EDMONTON – The Alberta election kicked off Monday with voting day set for May 29, but the two main political parties have already been campaigning for several weeks. Here’s a look at what are expected to be key issues for voters and what leaders have been promising. Economy The governing United Conservative Party is surfing ... Read More »
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