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Saturday May 25, 2013
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Doug Ford angry at latest media allegations
Toronto city Councillor Doug Ford has denied allegations in a Globe and Mail story he was once a hashish dealer. The mayor's brother says he doesn't do drugs.
Accused in toddler's patio death granted bail
A man accused of being drunk behind the wheel as his SUV smashed into a restaurant patio and killed a two-year-old boy has been granted bail by an Edmonton judge. The toddler's mother says the family will persist in seeking justice.
Rob Ford scandal not over: Toronto city councillors
From "satisfied" to "he should resign," Toronto city councillors had mixed reactions to Mayor Rob Ford's official statement regarding accusations he smoked crack cocaine. Ford broke his silence Friday, denying crack use.
Rob Ford speaks: I do not use crack cocaine
After remaining tight-lipped for a week as controversy swelled, Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has denied all allegations that he uses crack cocaine. Ford says he has been judged by the media "with no evidence."
Justin Trudeau's rock star reception in Halifax
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau signed autographs and posed for pictures with shoppers and office workers at lunch Friday at a downtown mall in Halifax.
Prepare for active hurricane season: Centre
The Canadian Hurricane Centre is telling residents in the Atlantic provinces they should prepare for an active hurricane season. The centre's program supervisor says la Nina conditions could spark more storms than usual.
Rob Ford should speak up: Toronto deputy mayor
Toronto's deputy mayor is urging Mayor Rob Ford to address the raging scandal over an alleged crack cocaine video. Ford called reports of the video "ridiculous" but has said little else.
PM admits he could have accepted Wright's resignation sooner
Prime Minister Stephen Harper says he could have acted sooner after word spread his chief of staff gave $90,000 to cover Senator Mike Duffy's disallowed housing expenses. Nigel Wright quit Sunday, four days after the news broke.
B.C. premier to recall legislature this summer
British Columbia Premier Christy Clark wants the budget passed this summer -- and plans to recall the legislature to get the job done. Clark says the economy needs to remain top priority.
Sheldon Kennedy Child Advocacy Centre officially opens
Former NHL star Sheldon Kennedy says the centre named after him, which offers support to young sex abuse victims, has already helped hundreds of kids. The centre aims to help young people after reporting abuse.
Ford chief of staff exit not due to allegations: councillors
Toronto city councillors are denying the sudden departure of Rob Ford's chief of staff has to do with ongoing allegations the mayor was caught on video allegedly smoking crack cocaine.
PM arrives in Colombia to talk trade with Pacific Alliance
The prime minister is in Colombia to observe the Pacific Alliance discussions -- grouping Mexico, Colombia, Peru and Chile. International Trade Minister Ed Fast called the countries Canada's most trusted partners in the region.
PM arrives in Colombia to talk trade with Pacific Alliance
The prime minister is in Colombia to observe the Pacific Alliance discussions -- grouping Mexico, Colombia, Peru and Chile. International Trade Minister Ed Fast called the countries Canada's most trusted partners in the region.
Liberals demand to see Senate scandal paper trail
Liberal MP Ralph Goodale says evidence of the $90,000 gift to Sen. Mike Duffy from the PM's former chief of staff should be made public. The Conservatives insist no legal documents exist.
Adrian Dix takes blame for B.C. election loss
Adrian Dix says he takes "full responsibility" for his party's election night defeat. The B.C. NDP leader spoke to reporters Wednesday for the first time since losing the provincial election.
Second man arrested in Tim Bosma case to face murder charges
Police have confirmed the arrest of a 25-year-old Oakville, Ontario man in connection with the death of Hamilton father Tim Bosma. Mark Smich is facing first-degree murder charges.
Wife of Tim Bosma delivers emotional speech at memorial
The wife of slain Hamilton man Tim Bosma was in tears as she spoke at his memorial Wednesday. Sharlene Bosma says she has been robbed of a happily-ever-after life with her husband.
Harper outlines what he knew, when, on Senate scandal
Prime Minister Stephen Harper says he was not consulted by his chief of staff before Nigel Wright paid $90,000 to Sen. Mike Duffy. The PM says he has felt various emotions over the scandal that led to Wright's resignation.
Massive boil-water advisory in Montreal
Fire hydrants are pouring water into Montreal streets as more than one million residents are being advised to boil their tap water. The city is working to make the water system safe again after a treatment plant malfunctioned.
Rob Ford's brother speaks out on crack allegations
The brother of Rob Ford says he believes the Toronto mayor when he says allegations he smoked crack cocaine are ridiculous. City Councillor Doug Ford says he stands by his brother's record as mayor.
Trudeau, Mulcair demand answers to Senate scandal
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau says the only way the truth will come out about the $90,000 payout to a disgraced senator is through a formal inquiry. NDP Leader Tom Mulcair is calling for abolishing the Senate altogether.
A musical welcome for Harper in Peru
The prime minister was welcomed to Lima, Peru Wednesday by an honour guard playing "O Canada." Stephen Harper is on a four-day trade mission in South America.
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford mocked on 'The Daily Show'
Satirical news program "The Daily Show" took aim at Toronto's gaffe-prone mayor Tuesday night. Host Jon Stewart poked fun at the alleged video showing Rob Ford smoking crack cocaine and looked back at his other blunders.
Crews work on derailed Saskatchewan train
A Canadian Pacific Rail freight train spilled more than 91,000 litres of oil when five of its cars derailed in Saskatchewan Tuesday.
Canada can't rest on its economic laurels: Mark Carney
During his last scheduled public appearance, outgoing Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney said Canada must continue to build its economy.
Ontario premier speaks out on Rob Ford crack allegations
Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne says she takes it seriously when personal issues start to impact city governance. Wynne was asked about recent reports of a video purported to show Toronto Mayor Rob Ford smoking crack cocaine.
Tories under fire from opposition over Senate scandal
Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird was barraged with questions over the $90,000 paid to Sen. Mike Duffy. Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau is accusing the government of only caring that the scandal was uncovered.
Tory MPs satisfied with Harper's strong message
Conservative MPs and senators echoed the prime minister's comments on accountability Tuesday. But some say NDP Leader Tom Mulcair should answer for alleged knowledge of corruption in the Montreal construction industry.
Harper to Tories who use office for personal gain: Get out
Prime Minister Stephen Harper is talking tough in the midst of a senate expenses scandal. Harper told his caucus that those who wish to use political office for personal gain should leave.
Elijah Harper remembered
There were long lineups inside the Manitoba legislature Monday as people paid their respects to Elijah Harper. The aboriginal politician, who blocked the Meech Lake accord in 1990, died on Friday at age 64.
