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Pasteurized milk recommended amid H5N1 bird flu outbreak in U.S. Here's why

Measures such as pasteurization and rules for raw milk cheese keep disease-causing bacteria and viruses like avian flu out of dairy products in Canada, food safety experts say.
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Pasteurized milk recommended amid H5N1 bird flu outbreak in U.S. Here's why

Measures such as pasteurization and rules for raw milk cheese keep disease-causing bacteria and viruses like avian flu out of dairy products in Canada, food safety experts say.

Indigenous luxury on display at this year's Met Gala

One of the biggest nights in fashion, the Met Gala, had Indigenous guests celebrating their culture and this year's theme, Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.
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Indigenous luxury on display at this year's Met Gala

One of the biggest nights in fashion, the Met Gala, had Indigenous guests celebrating their culture and this year's theme, Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.

'SIM swap' theft victim can't sue phone company, B.C. court rules

A Surrey man says more than $60,000 worth of bitcoin was stolen from him in a sneaky «SIM swap» scam, but a recent B.C. Supreme Court ruling has reluctantly hung up on his lawsuit against the phone company he says is to blame.
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'SIM swap' theft victim can't sue phone company, B.C. court rules

A Surrey man says more than $60,000 worth of bitcoin was stolen from him in a sneaky «SIM swap» scam, but a recent B.C. Supreme Court ruling has reluctantly hung up on his lawsuit against the phone company he says is to blame.

Life of girl born on plane ends in abuse, neglect, manslaughter

A girl whose birth on an Air Canada flight made international headlines died five years later in pain and neglect in the early, isolating months of the pandemic, an Ontario Superior courtroom heard in March.
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Life of girl born on plane ends in abuse, neglect, manslaughter

A girl whose birth on an Air Canada flight made international headlines died five years later in pain and neglect in the early, isolating months of the pandemic, an Ontario Superior courtroom heard in March.

Canada's foreign student push 'mismatched' job market, data shows

Canada’s recruitment of international students has tilted strongly toward filling spots in business programs, while doing little to meet the demand for workers in health care and the skilled trades, according to a CBC News analysis of federal data.
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Canada's foreign student push 'mismatched' job market, data shows

Canada’s recruitment of international students has tilted strongly toward filling spots in business programs, while doing little to meet the demand for workers in health care and the skilled trades, according to a CBC News analysis of federal data.

Who's at your door? N.S. consumers complain about 'aggressive' company selling water systems

The provincial government will decide in the coming weeks whether to cancel or suspend Atlantic Environmental Systems’ permit, after receiving a series of complaints. It comes after the door-to-door company’s licence was pulled in P.E.I. last August for h
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Who's at your door? N.S. consumers complain about 'aggressive' company selling water systems

The provincial government will decide in the coming weeks whether to cancel or suspend Atlantic Environmental Systems’ permit, after receiving a series of complaints. It comes after the door-to-door company’s licence was pulled in P.E.I. last August for high pressure sales tactics and targeting vulnerable seniors.

Turnbull nets a pair as Toronto blanks Minnesota in landmark PWHL playoff game

Blayre Turnbull scored two goals to lead Toronto to a 4-0 win over Minnesota in the first-ever Professional Women's Hockey League playoff game on Wednesday night.
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Turnbull nets a pair as Toronto blanks Minnesota in landmark PWHL playoff game

Blayre Turnbull scored two goals to lead Toronto to a 4-0 win over Minnesota in the first-ever Professional Women's Hockey League playoff game on Wednesday night.

Their dad died but Toronto police didn't tell them. They want to make sure it doesn't happen to anyone else

Eleven days after Douglas Taylor had died, Toronto police still hadn't told any next of kin of his death. Only when Taylor's son went to check on him and found the police seal on the door did they find out what had happened. The family still has unanswered qu
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Their dad died but Toronto police didn't tell them. They want to make sure it doesn't happen to anyone else

Eleven days after Douglas Taylor had died, Toronto police still hadn't told any next of kin of his death. Only when Taylor's son went to check on him and found the police seal on the door did they find out what had happened. The family still has unanswered questions about why police didn't notify them, a situation that has made the grieving process even more difficult.

Canada's foreign student push 'mismatched' job market, data show

Canada’s recruitment of international students has tilted strongly toward filling spots in business programs, while doing little to meet the demand for workers in health care and the skilled trades, according to a CBC News analysis of federal data.
CBC | Canada News

Canada's foreign student push 'mismatched' job market, data show

Canada’s recruitment of international students has tilted strongly toward filling spots in business programs, while doing little to meet the demand for workers in health care and the skilled trades, according to a CBC News analysis of federal data.

Actions of man who killed 4 Indigenous women 'purposeful and racially motivated,' Crown argues as trial begins

Prosecutors say a confessed serial killer preyed on vulnerable Indigenous women at Winnipeg homeless shelters before killing four in 2022 and throwing their remains in the garbage.
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Actions of man who killed 4 Indigenous women 'purposeful and racially motivated,' Crown argues as trial begins

Prosecutors say a confessed serial killer preyed on vulnerable Indigenous women at Winnipeg homeless shelters before killing four in 2022 and throwing their remains in the garbage.

Exhaust sparks likely caused train cars to go up in flames before rolling through London, Ont., TSB says

Sparks caused by a locomotive's exhaust system likely started the sequence of events that ended in flaming train cars barrelling through downtown London, Ont., in late April, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada says.
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Exhaust sparks likely caused train cars to go up in flames before rolling through London, Ont., TSB says

Sparks caused by a locomotive's exhaust system likely started the sequence of events that ended in flaming train cars barrelling through downtown London, Ont., in late April, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada says.

Jeremy Skibicki acted out of hatred when he killed 4 Indigenous women, Crown argues as trial begins

A Crown prosecutor has told court the man who killed four women in Winnipeg staked out homeless shelters and targeted vulnerable, Indigenous victims.
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Jeremy Skibicki acted out of hatred when he killed 4 Indigenous women, Crown argues as trial begins

A Crown prosecutor has told court the man who killed four women in Winnipeg staked out homeless shelters and targeted vulnerable, Indigenous victims.

Drought signs raise fears of another fish die-off in B.C. rivers

Scientists worry climate change and the threat of another year of drought could have further dire consequences for populations of salmon, trout and other fish in B.C.
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Drought signs raise fears of another fish die-off in B.C. rivers

Scientists worry climate change and the threat of another year of drought could have further dire consequences for populations of salmon, trout and other fish in B.C.

Federal unions pledge to fight government's latest in-office work mandate

Several public service unions are putting together formal complaints arguing that by mandating federal public servants return to offices at least three days a week in September, the federal government is undermining collective agreements.
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Federal unions pledge to fight government's latest in-office work mandate

Several public service unions are putting together formal complaints arguing that by mandating federal public servants return to offices at least three days a week in September, the federal government is undermining collective agreements.

Hundreds of charges laid in OPP child sexual abuse investigation

Ontario Provincial Police revealed what the service is calling the «staggering results» of a series of investigations into online child sexual abuse and exploitation Wednesday.
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Hundreds of charges laid in OPP child sexual abuse investigation

Ontario Provincial Police revealed what the service is calling the «staggering results» of a series of investigations into online child sexual abuse and exploitation Wednesday.

First Nation protest camp in northern Alberta served with court injunction

An injunction has been granted against a northern Alberta camp established by a First Nation to protest drilling operations on its traditional lands.
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First Nation protest camp in northern Alberta served with court injunction

An injunction has been granted against a northern Alberta camp established by a First Nation to protest drilling operations on its traditional lands.

Quebec soccer clubs use role-playing to prepare referees for abusive encounters

With each viral video showing parents, fans, players or coaches verbally or physically abusing referees online, the focus on these interactions grows. To deal with that abuse, clubs like CS Saint-Laurent now include role-playing scenarios in their referee tra
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Quebec soccer clubs use role-playing to prepare referees for abusive encounters

With each viral video showing parents, fans, players or coaches verbally or physically abusing referees online, the focus on these interactions grows. To deal with that abuse, clubs like CS Saint-Laurent now include role-playing scenarios in their referee training.

Messy gaps for some clients, landlords in Ottawa's housing first strategy

Some landlords in Ottawa are raising alarm bells about the city’s housing first program. They say some tenants aren't getting the proper support from housing agencies and damages are piling up.
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Messy gaps for some clients, landlords in Ottawa's housing first strategy

Some landlords in Ottawa are raising alarm bells about the city’s housing first program. They say some tenants aren't getting the proper support from housing agencies and damages are piling up.

Hours on hold and endless queues: Canadians still grappling with poor passport service

Canadians routinely wait hours on the phone and in person when dealing with Passport Canada, and it's left some people fed up with the quality of customer service.
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Hours on hold and endless queues: Canadians still grappling with poor passport service

Canadians routinely wait hours on the phone and in person when dealing with Passport Canada, and it's left some people fed up with the quality of customer service.

Polyamorous relationships are on the rise in Canada. The law is still catching up

You can have more than one friend at a time. You can love multiple family members. What's the difference if you're in a meaningful, consensual romantic relationship with more than one person at once? That's the philosophy behind polyamorous relationships
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Polyamorous relationships are on the rise in Canada. The law is still catching up

You can have more than one friend at a time. You can love multiple family members. What's the difference if you're in a meaningful, consensual romantic relationship with more than one person at once? That's the philosophy behind polyamorous relationships, and a new report says they're on the rise.

Alleged serial killer's video confession to be revealed in Winnipeg courtroom

Jeremy Skibicki unexpectedly confessed to killing three more women in Winnipeg during a lengthy police interrogation as he was grilled about the discovered remains of Rebecca Contois in 2022.
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Alleged serial killer's video confession to be revealed in Winnipeg courtroom

Jeremy Skibicki unexpectedly confessed to killing three more women in Winnipeg during a lengthy police interrogation as he was grilled about the discovered remains of Rebecca Contois in 2022.

Woman's Canadian citizenship revoked after 32 years amid 'error'

The federal government has cancelled an Ajax, Ont., woman's Canadian citizenship over an error it said it made more than 30 years ago — forcing her to pay hundreds of dollars in a bid to get it back.
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Woman's Canadian citizenship revoked after 32 years amid 'error'

The federal government has cancelled an Ajax, Ont., woman's Canadian citizenship over an error it said it made more than 30 years ago — forcing her to pay hundreds of dollars in a bid to get it back.

Feds put $15M into pathogen tracking, health-care supply chain research to prep for next pandemic

A new $15-million cross-border research project is underway to monitor the movement of pathogens in Canada and the U.S. in the event of future pandemics. The federal government put up the money that will cover four years of equipment and research.
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Feds put $15M into pathogen tracking, health-care supply chain research to prep for next pandemic

A new $15-million cross-border research project is underway to monitor the movement of pathogens in Canada and the U.S. in the event of future pandemics. The federal government put up the money that will cover four years of equipment and research.

From handknit socks to rural experience, here are ideas for attracting doctors to small towns

Dr. Sarah Giles and Dr. Sarah Newbery provide their insights on staffing shortages in rural health-care facilities.
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From handknit socks to rural experience, here are ideas for attracting doctors to small towns

Dr. Sarah Giles and Dr. Sarah Newbery provide their insights on staffing shortages in rural health-care facilities.

Border officers relied on outdated intel to decide whether to search incoming vessels, audit warns

The risk assessments border officers have used for years to decide whether vessels entering Canadian waters should be searched have been based on outdated and inaccurate data, increasing the risk of high-risk goods and inadmissible people slipping into the
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Border officers relied on outdated intel to decide whether to search incoming vessels, audit warns

The risk assessments border officers have used for years to decide whether vessels entering Canadian waters should be searched have been based on outdated and inaccurate data, increasing the risk of high-risk goods and inadmissible people slipping into the country, a recently released audit says.

Just how far is Pierre Poilievre willing to take the notwithstanding clause?

Pierre Poilievre promises to “stop the crime” and “restore freedom” — to enforce law and order and free citizens from the burden of an overbearing government. But can those principles be squared with some of his recent pronouncements?
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Just how far is Pierre Poilievre willing to take the notwithstanding clause?

Pierre Poilievre promises to “stop the crime” and “restore freedom” — to enforce law and order and free citizens from the burden of an overbearing government. But can those principles be squared with some of his recent pronouncements?

Ottawa will stop providing COVID-19 rapid tests to regions

The Government of Canada plans to stop supplying provinces and territories with free COVID-19 rapid tests, which has an infection control epidemiologist worried about two-tiered health care, increased spread and increased health-care costs.
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Ottawa will stop providing COVID-19 rapid tests to regions

The Government of Canada plans to stop supplying provinces and territories with free COVID-19 rapid tests, which has an infection control epidemiologist worried about two-tiered health care, increased spread and increased health-care costs.

For cities and towns trying to cut out plastic, here's what's worked and what hasn't

Across Canada, communities are trying single-use plastic bans, fees and other policies to tackle plastic pollution locally. Some, such as Montreal and Banff, have been ambitious and seem successful so far. But there have been some setbacks in cities like Calg
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For cities and towns trying to cut out plastic, here's what's worked and what hasn't

Across Canada, communities are trying single-use plastic bans, fees and other policies to tackle plastic pollution locally. Some, such as Montreal and Banff, have been ambitious and seem successful so far. But there have been some setbacks in cities like Calgary and Vancouver. Here's a closer look at the range of strategies, what's working and what's not.

Trial of Winnipeg man who admits to killing 4 women to be heard by judge alone

The jury trial of a man accused of killing four women in Winnipeg will now instead be heard by a judge alone, a change that comes after Jeremy Skibicki's lawyers said he admits to killing the women but will ask to be found not criminally responsible.
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Trial of Winnipeg man who admits to killing 4 women to be heard by judge alone

The jury trial of a man accused of killing four women in Winnipeg will now instead be heard by a judge alone, a change that comes after Jeremy Skibicki's lawyers said he admits to killing the women but will ask to be found not criminally responsible.

U.S. lawmakers are taking aim at private equity in health care. Here's what is happening in Canada

In the U.S., the growing role of private equity firms in health care is coming under heightened scrutiny, with senate committee hearings and a public inquiry underway. In Canada, private equity firms have also bought up health-care facilities outside hospital
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U.S. lawmakers are taking aim at private equity in health care. Here's what is happening in Canada

In the U.S., the growing role of private equity firms in health care is coming under heightened scrutiny, with senate committee hearings and a public inquiry underway. In Canada, private equity firms have also bought up health-care facilities outside hospitals, and experts point to studies suggesting what's good for the firms’ bottom line may not help patient care.

This voracious U.S. catfish species is now in Ontario, possibly due to climate change

For the first time, researchers have found evidence the flathead catfish — which is native to the southern U.S. and known for its huge size and monstrous appetite for fish — is spawning in the Thames River in southwestern Ontario.
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This voracious U.S. catfish species is now in Ontario, possibly due to climate change

For the first time, researchers have found evidence the flathead catfish — which is native to the southern U.S. and known for its huge size and monstrous appetite for fish — is spawning in the Thames River in southwestern Ontario.

Another public consultation? Skepticism grows as Alberta launches survey on auto insurance

After months of pointing at big changes to come, the province says legislation to reform Alberta's auto insurance system could be coming this fall.
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Another public consultation? Skepticism grows as Alberta launches survey on auto insurance

After months of pointing at big changes to come, the province says legislation to reform Alberta's auto insurance system could be coming this fall.

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