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Liberal promise to explore three-day polling day took Elections Canada by surprise

Liberal promise to explore three-day polling day took Elections Canada by surprise

OTTAWA — The body in charge of administering Canada’s elections was taken by surprise by an announcement that there could be major reforms coming to the way people vote, including a three-day-long polling day.
Former federal cabinet minister Claudette Bradshaw remembered for her activism

Former federal cabinet minister Claudette Bradshaw remembered for her activism

MONCTON, N.B. — Known for her powerful hugs and an unrelenting commitment to community activism, former federal cabinet minister Claudette Bradshaw has died. She was 72. Her son, Nick, confirmed Bradshaw died Saturday at her home in Moncton, N.B.
ICRC asks Canada not to mix Ukraine aid promises with military support, sanctions

ICRC asks Canada not to mix Ukraine aid promises with military support, sanctions

OTTAWA — The International Committee of the Red Cross is asking Canada not to mix promises of humanitarian aid in with announcements about military support and sanctions when it comes to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Indigenous delegation arrives in Rome ahead of meetings with Pope Francis

Indigenous delegation arrives in Rome ahead of meetings with Pope Francis

ROME — An air of anticipation filled Indigenous delegates as their long flight from Montreal landed in Rome early Sunday morning ahead of planned meetings with Pope Francis.
'Ignored': Climate change fight should shift to look at forest policy, scientist says

'Ignored': Climate change fight should shift to look at forest policy, scientist says

Canada hasn't paid enough attention to what could be a leafy, green ally in the fight against climate change, says one of the country's most prominent scientists.
Canadians want forest protections but are concerned about jobs: survey

Canadians want forest protections but are concerned about jobs: survey

Canadians of all political stripes and from all regions support greater protection for the country's forests but are concerned about what that could mean for the economy, according to a new survey.
RCMP staffing shortfall needs scrutiny from N.S. mass shooting probe: lawyer

RCMP staffing shortfall needs scrutiny from N.S. mass shooting probe: lawyer

HALIFAX — An active shooter was on the loose in Portapique, N.S, buildings were burning, and it was left to three RCMP officers to advance into the mayhem on April 18, 2020. Const.
Mohawk community in Quebec voted in favour of exhumation of allegedly abusive priest

Mohawk community in Quebec voted in favour of exhumation of allegedly abusive priest

MONTREAL — The Mohawk community of Kahnawake voted this weekend to move the remains of a priest facing sexual abuse allegations. Several Kahnawake residents came forward last summer with allegations that Rev.
Experts disagree on violent threat posed by incels in Canada

Experts disagree on violent threat posed by incels in Canada

VANCOUVER — Some experts say violent online rhetoric among so-called involuntary celibates is a concern as pandemic rules lift, but others say the threat of violence is overstated among a group of men who need mental health support.
No winning ticket for Saturday's $9 million Lotto 649 jackpot

No winning ticket for Saturday's $9 million Lotto 649 jackpot

TORONTO — No winning ticket was sold for the $9 million jackpot in Saturday's Lotto 649 draw. However, the draw's guaranteed $1 million prize went to a lottery player in Quebec. The jackpot for the next Lotto 649 draw on Mar.
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