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Hamas's attack on Israel: Two victims with Canadian ties laid to rest

Hamas's attack on Israel: Two victims with Canadian ties laid to rest

Two victims with ties to Canada who were killed in Hamas's attacks on Israel were remembered fondly by relatives on Wednesday, who called for the world to recognize the brutality of what happened.
Canadian in Gaza says hospital blast spread fear that nowhere in the Strip is safe

Canadian in Gaza says hospital blast spread fear that nowhere in the Strip is safe

For Mansour Shouman, a Canadian in the Gaza Strip, a blast at a hospital that was said to have killed hundreds has deepened fear among Palestinians in the territory under constant bombardment, and convinced residents that nowhere is safe.
'One Manitoba': Wab Kinew sworn in as Manitoba premier along with new NDP cabinet

'One Manitoba': Wab Kinew sworn in as Manitoba premier along with new NDP cabinet

WINNIPEG — Wab Kinew was sworn-in as Manitoba premier and named his lineup of cabinet ministers Wednesday in a colourful ceremony filled with the music and customs of the many Indigenous communities in the province.
Assembly of First Nations climate strategy seeks collaboration between governments

Assembly of First Nations climate strategy seeks collaboration between governments

OTTAWA — The Assembly of First Nations launched its new national climate strategy in Ottawa on Wednesday, calling on federal, provincial and territorial governments to work with First Nations to implement their climate priorities.
Criminal trial of 'Freedom Convoy' organizers rewinds to discuss start of protest

Criminal trial of 'Freedom Convoy' organizers rewinds to discuss start of protest

OTTAWA — An officer who served as a liaison between the "Freedom Convoy" and police told an Ottawa courtroom Wednesday that there were several convoys headed to the capital to protest last year. Const.
Caribbean seek Ottawa's help in global financial reforms to fight climate change

Caribbean seek Ottawa's help in global financial reforms to fight climate change

OTTAWA — Caribbean leaders are asking Canada to ramp up its advocacy for reforming global financial institutions so that smaller states can tackle climate change.
Complainant's ex-husband, mother testify at Peter Nygard sexual assault trial

Complainant's ex-husband, mother testify at Peter Nygard sexual assault trial

TORONTO — The ex-husband of a woman who has accused Peter Nygard of sexual assault testified Wednesday that he and the complainant agreed she was "absolutely" taken advantage of, but they struggled to determine whether what happened could be consider
Friends and family mourn the loss of Canadians killed by Hamas in Israel

Friends and family mourn the loss of Canadians killed by Hamas in Israel

Friends, family and government officials have confirmed that at least six Canadians were killed on Oct. 7 when Hamas militants conducted a series of attacks in Israel.
Liberal MPs call for ceasefire in Israel-Hamas war, end to 'butchery' in Gaza Strip

Liberal MPs call for ceasefire in Israel-Hamas war, end to 'butchery' in Gaza Strip

OTTAWA — A Quebec Liberal MP issued an emotional plea for peace in Israel and a viable Palestinian state on Wednesday, as deaths in the Gaza Strip "mount by the minute.
New Speaker puts MPs on notice over unruly, toxic behaviour in House of Commons

New Speaker puts MPs on notice over unruly, toxic behaviour in House of Commons

OTTAWA, Ill. — House of Commons Speaker Greg Fergus is warning members of Parliament that he will use all powers available to him to maintain order and decorum, if they can't do it themselves.
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