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'I know that many of you are angry with me': Kenney speaks to UCP tensions during AGM

CALGARY — Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is acknowledging tensions within his United Conservative party, while the UCP president is pleading with members to remain united under the camp's banner.

Nov 20, 2021 5:54 PM Read more >

Ontario Senator Josée Forest-Niesing dies at 56 after battle with COVID-19

OTTAWA — Josée Forest-Niesing, a lawyer and Ontario senator, has died shortly after being hospitalized with COVID-19. She was 56. Forest-Niesing's office said earlier in the week that the Sudbury, Ont.

Nov 20, 2021 5:51 PM Read more >

Quebec police end Amber Alert after eight-year-old girl found 'safe and sound'

An Amber Alert has ended for an eight-year-old girl police alleged was kidnapped in Châteauguay, Que., on Saturday. The Sûreté du Québec said the girl was found "safe and sound" moments after issuing the alert. They did not say where she was located.

Nov 20, 2021 5:47 PM Read more >

Conservative MP Richard Lehoux tests positive for COVID-19, party says

OTTAWA — The Conservative party says a Quebec member of Parliament has tested positive for COVID-19. Conservative Whip Blake Richards says Richard Lehoux, who represents Beauce in the House of Commons, is experiencing only mild symptoms.

Nov 20, 2021 5:26 PM Read more >

US Indo Pacific Command chief says collaboration key to keeping region free and open

HALIFAX — The head of the U.S.

Nov 20, 2021 4:24 PM Read more >

Vaccine superheroes: Experts impressed with communications that target children

Whether using a video of Batman shadowing a public health professional or a picture of a purple cartoon character playing hockey, Canadian health units and science communication groups are trying to find ways to inspire young audiences to get the COV

Nov 20, 2021 2:42 PM Read more >

Two journalists among 15 people arrested by RCMP near B.C. pipeline worksite

HOUSTON, B.C. — An award-winning photojournalist and a documentary filmmaker were among the 15 people arrested on Friday as B.C.

Nov 20, 2021 2:15 PM Read more >

Quebec zoo hoping to vaccinate wild animals against COVID-19 over coming weeks

MONTREAL — After millions of Quebecers rolled up their sleeves for COVID-19 vaccines, it could soon be zoo animals' turn to get the shot.

Nov 20, 2021 6:00 AM Read more >

Juice mixes recalled due to possible presence of glass

OTTAWA — Kraft Heinz Canada is recalling its Country Time brand Original Lemonade Fruit Juice Substitute Drink Mix and Tang brand Orange Flavour Crystals due to the possible presence of glass.

Nov 20, 2021 4:58 AM Read more >

No winning ticket for Friday's $17 million Lotto Max jackpot

TORONTO — No winning ticket was sold for the $17 million jackpot in Friday's Lotto Max draw. That means the jackpot for the next draw on Nov. 23 with grow to an estimated $22 million. The Canadian Press

Nov 20, 2021 3:19 AM Read more >