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More than half of Canadians say freedom of speech is under threat, new poll suggests
By Stephanie Taylor, The Canadian Press on May 3rd, 2024
OTTAWA – A new poll suggests a majority of Canadians feel their right to freedom of speech is in danger. The Leger online survey found 57 per cent of respondents who said free speech in Canada is under threat. Of those, 34 per cent said it was “somewhat” threatened, while 23 per cent said they ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Foreign interference inquiry to report today on alleged meddling in federal elections
By The Canadian Press on May 3rd, 2024
OTTAWA – A federal commission of inquiry into foreign interference is slated to release a report today on alleged meddling in the last two general elections. Commissioner Marie-Josée Hogue plans to make a statement to the media following the public release, but will not take questions. The inquiry recently wrapped up 10 days of public ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Winnipeg judge to rule if trial of accused serial killer to start with jury
By The Canadian Press on May 3rd, 2024
WINNIPEG – A Winnipeg judge is expected to decide today whether the trial of a man accused of killing four women will still be heard by a jury Lawyers for Jeremy Skibicki have asked that his jury trial, which is set to begin Wednesday, be heard by a judge alone. The defence has argued that ... Read More »
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