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Still no answers for family of Quinn MacDougall
His sister wants to see Hamilton police wear lapel cameras to ensure transparency
His refusal to name shooter not a result of ‘no snitching’ code, says man claiming innocence
An accused murderer who admits being at the scene, but claims innocence while refusing to identify the shooter, says his defiance has nothing to do with a code of silence on “snitching” to police.
Investigation clears Green Party Leader Elizabeth May of workplace harassment
The party launched the investigation after three former employees accused May of creating a toxic work environment.
Oldest person in U.S. dies; Pennsylvania woman was 114
A 114-year-old Pennsylvania woman who was the oldest person in the United States has died, according to a funeral home.
Emaciated moose euthanized as concern grows for N.B. animals displaced by floods
Two emaciated moose left stranded by flood waters have been euthanized, in what animal welfare workers say is likely just the most visible symbol of a wider problem for New Brunswick wildlife pushed away from their food sources.
Former FBI director James Comey likens U.S. President Trump to Mafia boss
Former FBI director James Comey likened U.S. President Donald Trump to a self-serving Mafia boss Thursday during a talk in which he defended the decision to reopen the Hillary Clinton email investigation just days before the 2016 vote.
Feds expect to brand less than one per cent of info requests as vexatious
Federal agencies expect to refuse to process an estimated 275 Access to Information requests from Canadians annually — less than one per cent of the total received — under proposed new powers to reject overly broad or vexatious applications, internal number-crunching suggests.
On education, Ford’s strategy connects with unhappy parents
But does he have the detailed plans to make things better at schools and universities, Luisa D’Amato asks.
Commons-Senate standoff over transport bill
Farmers urge resolution to Commons-Senate standoff over transport bill
Feds aim to close gap by unveiling victims’ bill of rights for military cases
The federal government has promised to close what some consider significant and long-standing gaps within the country’s military court system with a new declaration of victims’ rights.
Three new attempted murder charges for man accused in Toronto van attack
The family of the man accused in the deadly van attack that shocked Toronto last month is grieving for the victims but stands by their son, the man’s lawyer said Thursday as three new charges were laid against his client.
Signpost: Dambuster Raid, arts funding and Golf4Life tournament
The 75th anniversary of The Dambusters is being marked at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum on May 12. At 1 p.m., author, journalist and broadcaster Ted Barris will speak about Canada’s involvement in the famous Dambuster Raid. Admission is free for museum members. It costs $15 for adults, $13 for seniors and students, and $10 for youth.
Ford pledges tax cut for middle class
Doug Ford pledges tax cut for middle class on Day 2 of election campaign
Canadian astronaut to enjoy 4 types of smoked salmon during space station visit
Smoked salmon, shrimp cocktails, pâté, chocolate fondue and maple syrup are all headed for space.
National Gallery reaches deal with Christie’s to abort Chagall sale
The National Gallery of Canada says it has reached an agreement with Christie’s auction house to abort the sale of a Marc Chagall painting.
Ontario fire chief ousted by new retirement policy vows to challenge it
A long-serving fire chief in eastern Ontario says he is challenging a new policy that forces all fire department employees in Renfrew, Ont., to retire by age 60.
NAFTA body calls for investigation into oilsands tailings enforcement
The three countries in the North American Free Trade Agreement are to vote on whether to investigate if Canada is failing to enforce environmental legislation on tailings ponds in Alberta’s oilsands.
Body found near road north of London, Ont.
Body found near road north of London, Ont.; police say cause of death suspicious
Feds unveil military victims' bill of rights
Feds aim to close gap by unveiling victims' bill of rights for military cases
G7 plastics charter coming together: McKenna
G7 plastics charter could be like Paris agreement for the oceans, says McKenna
Federal and Quebec governments fund aluminum smelting breakthrough
SAGUENAY, Que. - Aluminum giants Alcoa Inc. and Rio Tinto Group are teaming up with Apple Inc. and the federal and Quebec governments to commercialize the world's first carbon-free aluminum smelting process.
Comey likens Trump to Mafioso at Toronto talk
Ex-FBI director James Comey to speak about book at event in Toronto today
Wildfires, floods report calls for changes
B.C. report on wildfires, floods recommends new disaster management approach
Tesla crash that killed two teens prompts another investigation
Federal investigators have opened what is now their fourth active investigation involving a Tesla vehicle after two teenagers were killed in a fiery crash of a Model S in Florida on Tuesday.
Watchdog to 'shine a light' on internet industry
Competition Bureau to 'shine a light' on internet industry with market study
Guilty plea to manslaughter in shooting of bystander
One of two men accused of shooting innocent young bystander James Bajkor has been sentenced to eight and a half years after pleading guilty earlier this week to manslaughter.
Man’s body pulled from Lake Ontario after search at Cobourg’s west beach
OPP launch investigation into how 32-year-old Ryan Zinke died
Ford pledges tax cut for middle class if Tories form government
Progressive Conservative Leader Doug Ford, portrayed by the governing Liberals as a wealthy man who doesn’t care about average people, announced Thursday he would cut taxes for the middle class if he’s elected premier in the June 7 election.
Ontario Liberals take aim at NDP as third party endorsed by teachers’ union
After months of painting the Ontario election as a two-horse race, the governing Liberals acknowledged another rival Thursday, taking aim at the NDP as the third party was endorsed by a teachers’ union.
Green party says investigation clears May on harassment complaint
An independent investigation has cleared Green party leader Elizabeth May over allegations of workplace harassment, the party said Thursday.
Canada urged to adopt far stiffer data rules
MPs warned of 'surveillance capitalism' by big, foreign data-harvesting firms
Good news for N.B.: Trans-Canada to reopen
Water levels continue to recede in flood-stricken N.B., clearing way for cleanup
WestJet Airlines pilots vote overwhelmingly in favour of strike action
WestJet pilots have committed to not disrupting passenger travel plans over the Victoria Day long weekend despite voting overwhelmingly to give its union a strike mandate.
‘Pure fulfilment.’ You can now buy a car from this giant vending machine in Charlotte
An eight-storey, clear glass box full of cars that’s drawn curious stares for months opened Wednesday: It’s Charlotte’s first “car vending machine.”
Hamilton councillor at odds with United Way after funding cuts
Officials from the United Way of Halton and Hamilton have agreed to meet with Hamilton council after the organization slashed over $170,000 in funding to up to 24 community groups this year.
Anti-abortion activists slam Trudeau at rally
Canada Summer jobs controversy fuels anti-abortion movement: activists
Materials stocks help lift TSX; Loonie climbs
Materials sector helps lift TSX at late-morning; Loonie climbs above 78 cents US
Man puts live crabs on Toronto subway seats
Placing live crabs on Toronto subway seats is a 'shellfish' act, TTC says
Harper free to speak out on Iran: Liberals
Harper entitled to opinion of U.S. position on Iran nuclear deal, Freeland says
Parts shortage that hit Ford spreads to more companies
A fire that damaged a Michigan auto parts supply factory is causing production problems at Ford, Fiat Chrysler and General Motors, but it’s too soon to tell yet whether dealers will run short of vehicles.
Tim Hortons president vows to improve relationship with franchisees after unrest
Tim Hortons president Alex Macedo is on a cross-country tour to make amends with franchisees who have been publicly warring with the company for months.
Italian populists signal progress toward forming government
The populist leaders of the 5-Star Movement and the League announced progress Thursday toward forming a new Italian government after two months of political stalemate.
High court to hear Russian spy kids case
High court will hear case on citizenship of Russian spy kids
Tom Thomson sketch heads to Toronto auction block after languishing in Edmonton basement
Retired nurse Glenna Gardiner thought her dad was joking when he said he owned a painting by the famed Canadian artist. Now in the hands of art experts, Sketch for Lake in Algonquin Park is expected to sell for $125,000 to $175,000
NAFTA: Freeland meets with U.S. Congress
Freeland gets briefing from U.S. lawmakers on tight window for passing NAFTA
MPs warned of ‘surveillance capitalism’ by big, foreign data-harvesting firms
Lawmakers delving into the Facebook data scandal are hearing experts call for substantial regulatory upgrades to protect the privacy of Canadians — as well as warn of democratic and economic risks posed by foreign companies motivated by “surveillance capitalism.”
5 things to know about Canadian Tire’s new acquisition, Helly Hansen
Canadian Tire Corp. announced Thursday its plans to acquire Norwegian outdoor apparel brand Helly Hansen in a $985-million deal.
Health care key election issue, NDP Leader Andrea Horwath says
Andrea Horwath kicks off her campaign at a health clinic, saying voters face stark choice between her and PC Leader Doug Ford. The Liberals are out of the running because Ontarians want change, she says
Proposed Conservative parental tax credit would cost $600M or more: PBO
Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer’s proposed tax credit for parents would cost the federal government over $600 million in lost revenues in the first year — and this could go even higher, says a new report by the federal budget watchdog.
Formal apologies may be most useful not for the oppressed, but for the clueless
Trudeau’s apology to the Jews for the fate of MS St. Louis may be kind of ridiculous so long after the fact, but it may serve a useful purpose for those who aren’t even aware a wrong took place
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