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As UN confronts 'cascade of crises,' Trudeau focused on global growth, food security

As UN confronts 'cascade of crises,' Trudeau focused on global growth, food security

UNITED NATIONS — In a time of crisis, the planet is gridlocked by "colossal global dysfunction," the head of the United Nations said Tuesday as he urged leaders to come together in a collective effort to light a beacon of hope for the world.
Lawyers cite basic mistake made by the RCMP as officers responded to mass shooting

Lawyers cite basic mistake made by the RCMP as officers responded to mass shooting

HALIFAX — The RCMP must be held accountable for mistakes the police force made in April 2020 when it failed to stop a gunman in Nova Scotia from killing 22 people during a 13-hour rampage, an inquiry into the massacre heard Tuesday.
Lobster and crab harvesters push back against 'red list' meant to help right whales

Lobster and crab harvesters push back against 'red list' meant to help right whales

It is disappointing that crustaceans have been added to a so-called "red list" of seafood to avoid as a way of protecting endangered whales, Canadian lobster and crab harvesters said Tuesday.
Sentencing hearing delayed for harasser of B.C. teen Amanda Todd

Sentencing hearing delayed for harasser of B.C. teen Amanda Todd

NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C. — A sentencing hearing for the Dutch man found guilty of harassing British Columbia teenager Amanda Todd has been adjourned until next month due to illness. B.C.
Legault sorry for saying racism against Indigenous people at hospital is 'settled'

Legault sorry for saying racism against Indigenous people at hospital is 'settled'

QUEBEC — Coalition Avenir Québec Leader François Legault apologized on Tuesday for offending the husband of an Indigenous woman who filmed nurses mocking her as she lay dying in a Quebec hospital.
QuickSketch: A look at Conservative Party of Quebec Leader Éric Duhaime

QuickSketch: A look at Conservative Party of Quebec Leader Éric Duhaime

MONTREAL — A look at Éric Duhaime, leader of the Conservative Party of Quebec. Born: April 15, 1969, in Montreal. Early years: An only child, Duhaime grew up in the Montreal suburb of Laval.
Justin Trudeau slightly favoured over Pierre Poilievre for prime minister: new poll

Justin Trudeau slightly favoured over Pierre Poilievre for prime minister: new poll

OTTAWA — A new poll suggests Canadians still believe Justin Trudeau is still the best man for the job of prime minister — but he has only a slight lead over new Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre.
Amber Alert cancelled for missing Vancouver child, found in Alberta

Amber Alert cancelled for missing Vancouver child, found in Alberta

VANCOUVER — An Amber Alert has been cancelled for the child who authorities say was taken from BC Children's Hospital in Vancouver on Monday.
Dental care details and inflation update: In The News for Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022

Dental care details and inflation update: In The News for Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022. What we are watching in Canada ...
Alberta man found guilty in death of Métis hunters appealing conviction, sentence

Alberta man found guilty in death of Métis hunters appealing conviction, sentence

EDMONTON — An Alberta man found guilty of manslaughter in the deaths of two Métis hunters is appealing his conviction and sentence.
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