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Alberta separatism talk goes too far in B.C., but some concerns get sympathy

Alberta separatism talk goes too far in B.C., but some concerns get sympathy

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said this week that she would put the issue to a referendum if enough residents sign a petition in support, even if she doesn't want Alberta to leave Canada.
The Latest: Carney meets with Trump in Washington to talk trade, security

The Latest: Carney meets with Trump in Washington to talk trade, security

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney faced the first major test of his term today — meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington. Carney said last week he expected a "difficult but constructive" conversation.
Quebec to set 150-metre limit between schools and supervised injection sites

Quebec to set 150-metre limit between schools and supervised injection sites

QUÉBEC — The Quebec government has tabled legislation that would ensure a minimum 150-metre distance between supervised injection sites and schools and daycares.
Highlights from PM Carney's meeting with Trump in Washington

Highlights from PM Carney's meeting with Trump in Washington

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump met Tuesday in Washington for their first face-to-face discussion of U.S.-Canada relations and Trump's ongoing trade war.
Fact-checking Carney’s first face-to-face meeting with Trump

Fact-checking Carney’s first face-to-face meeting with Trump

Prime Minister Mark Carney met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Tuesday in their first face-to-face meeting since Carney's Liberal party won the most seats in the April 28 election.
Quebec sovereigntist party cheers on possible referendum in Alberta

Quebec sovereigntist party cheers on possible referendum in Alberta

QUÉBEC — The leader of the sovereigntist Parti Québécois is throwing his support behind a possible referendum in Alberta, applauding Premier Danielle Smith for standing up for her province.
Under pressure, Quebec finds money to pay for renovations to major Montreal hospital

Under pressure, Quebec finds money to pay for renovations to major Montreal hospital

QUÉBEC — The Quebec government says it has found the funds to begin much-needed repairs this year to a major Quebec hospital, following severe criticism from the opposition.
How Lytton Chinese History Museum rose from the ashes, almost four years after fire

How Lytton Chinese History Museum rose from the ashes, almost four years after fire

From the outside, the new museum looks almost exactly like its predecessor. But just 40 of the 1,600 artifacts that were in the original survived in good condition.
In the news today: Carney to meet Trump in Washington today

In the news today: Carney to meet Trump in Washington today

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Alberta premier promises separation referendum in 2026 if petition signatures warrant

Alberta premier promises separation referendum in 2026 if petition signatures warrant

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she will hold a referendum on provincial separation next year if citizens gather the required signatures on a petition.