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Fact File: Fake stories about hockey stars tied to foreign clickbait network
By Canadian Press on September 22nd, 2025
A new NHL season is just around the corner, but hockey fans looking for updates on their favourite players and teams should be wary of news they see posted on Facebook from clickbait accounts sharing fake, often outrageous stories. Anyone scrolling their feed earlier this month might have been surprised by a bit of “breaking ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CP NewsAlert: RCMP escort CFIA to execute search warrant on B.C. ostrich farm
By Canadian Press on September 22nd, 2025
EDGEWOOD, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA — Mounties say they have been requested to attend an ostrich farm in British Columbia’s Interior where about 400 birds have been ordered culled. An RCMP statement says police support is being given to the lead agency, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, which has been “granted lawful authority to execute a ... Read More »
1 responseHate crime bill could criminalize protests, civil liberties’ group says
By Canadian Press on September 22nd, 2025
OTTAWA — The Canadian Civil Liberties Association says the Liberal government’s new hate crimes bill runs the risk of criminalizing peaceful protests. The bill, introduced Friday, would create new crimes of obstruction and intimidation aimed at protecting places of worship and institutions used by an identifiable group. That includes schools, daycares and seniors’ residences, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Advocates call for quotas, reform to boost number of women in Parliament
By Canadian Press on September 22nd, 2025
OTTAWA — Canada’s international ranking on gender parity in politics has plummeted over the past 25 years, and advocates say every federal political party needs to do better. The Inter-Parliamentary Union now ranks Canada in 71st place in terms of the percentage of women in national parliaments, a steep drop from its 28th place ranking ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Convoy of police and other vehicles outside B.C. ostrich farm, advocate says
By Canadian Press on September 22nd, 2025
EDGEWOOD, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA — An advocate for a flock of 400 ostriches in British Columbia’s Interior says she believes the cull at the farm is imminent. A spokeswoman for the farm, Katie Pasitney, says a convoy of police vehicles and waste disposal trucks is outside the property in Edgewood, B.C. A live video posted ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Carney to meet leaders at UN General Assembly after recognizing Palestinian state
By Canadian Press on September 22nd, 2025
NEW YORK — Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to meet with world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly later Monday after joining other nations in recognizing Palestinian statehood, despite pushback from the Trump administration. The United Kingdom, Australia and Portugal joined Canada in recognizing an independent Palestinian state on Sunday before leaders from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ontario wants return of mandatory minimum sentences, ‘three-strikes’ bail rule
By Canadian Press on September 22nd, 2025
Ontario’s Solicitor General Michael Kerzner says he wants to see the return of mandatory minimum sentences for “serious crimes” and a “three-strikes” rule denying bail for repeat offenders. Kerzner outlines his requests in an open letter sent to Justice Minister Sean Fraser and Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree this morning. Fraser said last week that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!In the news today: Carney to meet other leaders at United Nations
By Canadian Press on September 22nd, 2025
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed… Carney to meet other leaders at United Nations Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to meet with world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly on Monday after joining other nations in recognizing Palestinian statehood as the institution ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Carney to meet other leaders attending UN General Assembly
By Canadian Press on September 22nd, 2025
NEW YORK — Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to meet with world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly on Monday after joining other nations in recognizing Palestinian statehood as the institution faces pushback from the Trump administration over efforts to condemn the turmoil in the Middle East. The United Kingdom, Australia and Portugal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Montreal transit strike expected to begin today, disrupting service for two weeks
By Canadian Press on September 22nd, 2025
MONTREAL — A transit strike is set to kick off this morning that could disrupt bus and subway service in Montreal for the next two weeks. The planned strike by the Montreal transit agency’s maintenance workers is expected to limit service to morning and evening rush hours and late at night on Mondays, Wednesdays and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Public disorder, housing among the top issues as B.C.’s local politicians meet
By Canadian Press on September 22nd, 2025
VICTORIA — The issues of street disorder, homelessness and mental health will be top of mind when municipal leaders in British Columbia gather in Victoria for their annual convention. The Union of British Columbia Municipalities president Coun. Trish Mandewo said her members want to see action from the provincial government on those related files. “It’s ... Read More »
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