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Dry winter sparks concerns for intense fire season across Canada

The Manitoba government has already warned widespread dry conditions might lead to a higher wildfire danger across the province in the coming months.

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Cops say new technologies make cars easier to steal

We've all heard about what we can do to help prevent our cars from being stolen.But some say it's time for manufacturers to up their efforts.

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Protestors rally against the carbon tax across Canada

Protesters in Ontario, Alberta and New Brunswick gathered to voice their displeasure with the April 1 carbon tax hike at the pumps, despite the fact rebates are also rising in each of those provinces.

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Hundreds of Art Gallery of Ontario employees strike

More than 400 Art Gallery of Ontario employees are on strike after union members voted to reject the museum's latest contract offer. Workers in the picket line are carrying signs saying "Show me the Monet," as they hope Gallery leaders w...

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Halifax explains safety measures after Baltimore bridge collapse

Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after a cargo ship rammed into it, sending several vehicles into the river below. Halifax Harbor Bridges and the Port of Halifax say they are watching to see if any lessons can be learned fr...

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160,000 trees culled from Vancouver's Stanley Park

An estimated 160,000 trees in Vancouver’s Stanley Park are being cut down because of a looper moth caterpillar infestation. Some experts say the tree cull is necessary, but there’s concern it’s too many trees and could create wildfire co...

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What a new electoral map means for Quebec voters

Quebec is re-working its electoral map to reflect demographic shifts. But, how do politicians feel about the most recent proposal? And what does it mean for voters across Quebec?

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Report shows Canada's climate policies are working

As the Liberals survive a Conservative non-confidence vote to topple the government over the carbon tax, a new report from the Canadian Climate Institute shows that the price on carbon is actually working to reduce emissions.

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Toronto homicide rates higher so far in 2024

Almost three months into the year, the number of homicides in Toronto is slightly higher than it was at this point in 2023. But as CBC’s Lane Harrison explains, that short term data isn't enough to draw conclusions on any long term trends.

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Fisheries protest turn violent in Newfoundland

A fisheries protest at a Newfoundland and Labrador government building turned violent, delaying the budget and sending at least two people to hospital. The fish harvesters and supporters want the provincial government to allow them to se...

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Canada slips in World Happiness Rankings

The latest data from the World Happiness Report shows that young Canadians are becoming increasingly unhappy. Experts say economic inequality may play a role.

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Toronto Public Health urges citizens to take the mpox vaccine

Toronto Public Health is advising people to get vaccinated against mpox amidst an increase in confirmed cases of the virus in the city this year. 21 cases of mpox have been reported in Toronto this year.

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Review of Former Nunavut priest finds evidence of sexual abuse

In a report commissioned by Catholic Oblates, a retired Quebec Superior Court judge says he believes the sexual abuse allegations against retired priest Johannes Rivoire. Accused of abusing multiple children in Nunavut decades ago, Rivoi...

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Nova Scotia erodes as lawmakers abandon Coastal Protection Act

Coastal property owners and researchers are expressing frustration with the provincial government's approach to safeguarding the coast. Some say there needs to be more leadership from the province after abandoning the Coastal Protection ...

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House of Commons pays tribute to late P.M. Brian Mulroney

M.P.s in the House of Commons paid tribute to the late former prime minister Brian Mulroney while his wife and four children looked on. The speeches kick off a week of remembrance as Mulroney lies in state near Parliament Hill.

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Manitoba proposes bill to ban sex offenders from changing their name

A proposed bill that would bar convicted sex offenders from legally changing their name in Manitoba has drawn fire from advocates who say the move would make it harder to reintegrate offenders into society after they serve their sentence.

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Canada reimposes visas for Mexicans amid surge in asylum claims

Canada announced the immediate reimposition of visas for visiting Mexican nationals in response to a recent jump in asylum claims from the country, a move decried by Mexico which is now considering reciprocal actions. Immigration data s...

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Canadian military lowers requirements to boost recruitment

The Canadian Armed Forces are trying to make it easier for people to join by relaxing entry requirements such as exempting people who apply for certain jobs from the entry test and eliminating the one-size-fits-all medical limitations.

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Vandals target Airbnbs as advocates push for crackdown

The city of Montreal and housing advocates say Quebec isn’t enforcing its short-term rentals rules strongly enough. One brand new building in Montreal has become a flashpoint for the issue, targeted with anti-Airbnb graffiti.

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Premiers call on Trudeau to cancel carbon tax increase

The premiers of seven provinces are now calling on the prime minister to pause a carbon tax hike planned for April. They argue it places an unfair burden on average Canadians, but the prime minister insists he's focused on long-term clim...

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Canada's largest newspaper company files for creditor protection

SaltWire Network, Atlantic Canada's largest newspaper company, has filed for creditor protection while a private equity fund that partly owns it initiates insolvency proceedings. The situation is another blow to local journalism, putting...

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Wildfire agencies warn 2024 may be worse than ever

After a record-shattering 2023 wildfire season, provinces like Quebec are now preparing for what's in store this year earlier than ever before, while in Alberta, the wildfire season is already underway.

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Skier killed, another rescued from deadly Alberta avalanches

Officials are warning about dangerous avalanche conditions across B.C. and Alberta after a skier died in the Alberta Rockies near Canmore and a snowshoer was buried for nearly 20 minutes before being rescued just north of Vancouver.

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Polish farmers blockade food shipments from Ukraine

Polish farmers are protesting Ukrainian grain and fruit imports to the E.U. and blocking border crossings in the process, creating tensions between Kyiv and Warsaw.

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Leaked documents show Canada's military faces readiness issues

Leaked internal documents obtained by CBC News paint an alarming picture of Canada's military readiness, including warnings about personnel challenges and 'unserviceable' equipment.

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Bank of Canada holds interest rates steady

The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate at 5%, with governor Tiff Macklem saying it was too soon for cuts. CBC News speaks with an economist and a couple who might be forced to sell their home if interest rates don't come down.

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Bank of Canada holds interest rate steady at 5%

High interest rates continue to push many Canadians to their financial limits, and the Bank of Canada is not helping. The central bank has held its overnight rate steady at five per cent.

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B.C. sues affordable housing buyers who own multiple properties

Lawsuits filed by B.C. Housing allege that affordable condo units in Victoria, meant to help middle-income homebuyers get into the market, were purchased by people who already owned property — in some cases, multiple homes worth millions.

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Indian day school survivor calls settlement process retraumatizing

An Indian day school survivor is appealing a multi-billion settlement with the federal government saying the process was retraumatizing, now she is taking her case to Canada's top court.

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Ontario to make Black history courses mandatory

Learning Black history will soon become mandatory for Ontario students in grades 7, 8 and 9, something educators say is a good first step in improving awareness about the contributions of Black Canadians.

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