February 11th, 2026
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CP NewsAlert: Police identify B.C. shooting suspect, say five teens and teacher dead

By Canadian Press on February 11th, 2026

TUMBLER RIDGE — Police say a teacher and five teenage students died in a mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge on Tuesday. RCMP Deputy Commissioner Dwayne McDonald says the 18-year-old female suspect Jesse Van Rootselaar who was found dead, had a history of contact with police, and that the suspect’s mother and stepbrother were found dead ... Read More »

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Catcher Gary Sánchez agrees to a $1.75 million, one-year deal with the Brewers, AP source says

By Canadian Press on February 11th, 2026

Veteran catcher Gary Sánchez has agreed to terms on a $1.75 million, one-year contract with the Milwaukee Brewers, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn’t been announced. The New York Post first reported the deal. Sánchez, ... Read More »

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Canadians returning from Cuba amid energy crisis due to U.S. oil blockade

By Canadian Press on February 11th, 2026

Travellers are returning to Atlantic Canada from Cuba amid an oil crisis on the Caribbean island. A WestJet flight from Cayo Coco landed at Halifax’s Stanfield International Airport this afternoon. WestJet and other major Canadian airlines are returning travellers to Canada but have suspended commercial flights to the country because of aviation fuel shortages at ... Read More »

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Driver pleads guilty in crash that killed former Olympian skater Alexandra Paul

By Canadian Press on February 11th, 2026

ORANGEVILLE — A truck driver has pleaded guilty to dangerous driving charges in a crash that killed a former Canadian Olympic figure skater in Melancthon Township, north of Shelburne, Ont. nearly three years ago. Court staff in Orangeville, Ont., confirm Sukhwinder Sidhu pleaded guilty Tuesday to dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily ... Read More »

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Ten years after winning World Series, Cubs enter 2026 with similar expectations

By Canadian Press on February 11th, 2026

MESA, Ariz. (AP) — The Chicago Cubs are coming off a 92-win season, return much of a productive and athletic lineup, have a deep group of talented pitchers and signed three-time All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman during the offseason. It’s safe to say elite expectations will be back at Wrigley Field this summer. Cubs manager ... Read More »

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Montreal shooting survivor shares how she regained sense of safety

By Canadian Press on February 11th, 2026

TORONTO — École Polytechnique shooting survivor Nathalie Provost says it took her several weeks to return to the site of the Montreal massacre, but doing so allowed her to reclaim her life and create a sense of safety again. She was shot in the leg, foot and forehead by a gunman who killed 14 women ... Read More »

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Kennedy Center head warns staff of cuts and ‘skeletal’ staffing during renovation closure

By Canadian Press on February 11th, 2026

As the Trump administration prepares to close the Kennedy Center for a two-year renovation, the head of Washington’s performing arts center has warned its staff about impending cuts that will leave “skeletal teams.” In a Tuesday memo obtained by The Associated Press, Kennedy Center President Richard Grenell told staff that “departments will obviously function on ... Read More »

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Mets’ Mendoza remains confident in Lindor’s status for opening day following surgery on left hand

By Canadian Press on February 11th, 2026

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) — New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said he’s optimistic shortstop Francisco Lindor will recover for opening day after having surgery on Wednesday to repair a broken hamate bone in his left hand. Lindor was evaluated by a hand specialist after experiencing soreness in the area around his hand and ... Read More »

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House of Commons holds moment of silence for victims of B.C. shooting

By Canadian Press on February 11th, 2026

OTTAWA — Members of Parliament held a moment of silence today in honour of the victims of the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. Ten people were killed, including the alleged suspect, in a shooting at a school and a home in the town in northeastern B.C. on Tuesday. In his remarks following the moment ... Read More »

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Ottawa Redblacks sign Canadian linebacker A.J. Allen, American quarterback Jake Maier

By Canadian Press on February 11th, 2026

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Redblacks signed Canadian linebacker A.J. Allen and American quarterback Jake Maier on Tuesday. Allen’s deal covers two years, while Maier signed a one-year contract. Both players became free agents Monday. Allen, a Guelph, Ont., native, set career highs last season with Grey Cup-champion Saskatchewan in total tackles (91), defensive tackles (87), ... Read More »

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CP NewsAlert: House of Commons holds moment of silence for victims of B.C. shooting

By Canadian Press on February 11th, 2026

OTTAWA — Members of Parliament held a moment of silence today in honour of the victims of the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. Ten people were killed, including the alleged suspect, in a shooting at a school and a home in the town in northeastern B.C. on Tuesday. More coming. Sarah Ritchie, The Canadian ... Read More »

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