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Defence lawyer for Just for Laughs founder accuses plaintiffs of ‘collusion’
By Canadian Press on September 23rd, 2025
MONTREAL — The women accusing Gilbert Rozon of sexual assault are guilty of collusion, the defence argued Tuesday in the Just for Laughs founder’s civil trial. Defence lawyer MĂ©lanie Morin told a Montreal courtroom that the testimony of several of the nine plaintiffs was contaminated by communicating with each other and sharing their stories over ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada pledges $60M for Haiti, with most cash contingent on UN approval of U.S. plan
By Canadian Press on September 23rd, 2025
OTTAWA — Canada has pledged $60 million to help Haiti fight back brazen gangs, with most of the funding contingent on the United Nations supporting an American plan to expand a police mission into a “gang-suppression force.” Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand has announced $20 million for maritime security in the Caribbean aimed at stopping ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fact File: Will citizenship markers on Alberta ID stop non-citizens from voting?
By Canadian Press on September 23rd, 2025
Last week, the government of Alberta said it plans to add mandatory citizenship markers to driver’s licences and other forms of identification. Premier Danielle Smith said the move would “ensure that only eligible citizens cast ballots.” Social media posts reacting to the change claimed it could help stop illegal voting by non-citizens in elections. However, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fact File: AI video sparks false rumour of CN Tower fire
By Canadian Press on September 23rd, 2025
This week, a video supposedly showing the CN Tower on fire went viral on Facebook. The video’s creator is known for producing similar videos made with the help of artificial intelligence. The CN Tower confirmed no fire occurred at the Toronto landmark. THE CLAIM A video supposedly showing the CN Tower in flames went viral ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Splitting Canada’s submarine fleet could endanger procurement project, experts warn
By Canadian Press on September 23rd, 2025
OTTAWA — Multiple defence experts warn that splitting Canada’s lucrative submarine contract between two suppliers would create risks for the navy — and likely would weaken Ottawa’s negotiating position. Paul Mitchell, a professor of defence studies at Canadian Forces College, said modern submarines are as complex as spacecraft or F1 racers — and that’s a ... Read More »
1 responseTwo people arrested at B.C. Ostrich farm facing cull over avian flu
By Canadian Press on September 23rd, 2025
Two people have been arrested at the British Columbia farm where the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is expected to begin culling ostriches after some of the flock was infected with avian flu. RCMP moved into the ostrich enclosure where Katie Pasitney and her mother, Karen Esperson, stayed overnight. Staff Sgt. Kris Clark would not confirm ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CFL rule changes receive mixed reviews on Parliament Hill
By Canadian Press on September 23rd, 2025
OTTAWA — Some MPs threw a flag at the Canadian Football League rule changes announced this week, while others welcomed them as a way to bring the game to a larger audience. On Monday, CFL commissioner Stewart Johnston unveiled rule changes set to take effect next season. They include a modification to the “rouge” — ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CP NewsAlert: Two people arrested at B.C. Ostrich farm facing cull
By Canadian Press on September 23rd, 2025
Two people have been arrested at the British Columbia farm where the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is expected to begin culling ostriches after some of the flock was infected with avian flu. RCMP moved into the ostrich enclosure where Katie Pasitney and her mother, Karen Esperson, had been overnight. Staff Sgt. Kris Clark would not ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Defence lawyer for Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon begins closing arguments
By Canadian Press on September 23rd, 2025
MONTREAL — A defence lawyer for Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon is suggesting the nine women accusing him of sexual abuse are motivated in part by money. MĂ©lanie Morin began closing arguments this afternoon in Rozon’s civil trial on allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. She downplayed the evidence against him, saying it’s strange ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Privacy watchdogs say TikTok’s efforts to protect kids were ‘inadequate’
By Canadian Press on September 23rd, 2025
OTTAWA — Federal and provincial privacy authorities say TikTok’s efforts to keep children off the platform and prevent the collection and use of their sensitive personal information were “inadequate.” The privacy watchdogs released the results of their joint investigation into TikTok today. They say that while the platform isn’t meant for kids under 13, they ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Photo Gallery: Supporters rally at ostrich farm
By Canadian Press on September 23rd, 2025
The owners of an ostrich farm whose flock is subject to a cull order must leave today or face removal by police, who were called in to help support the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. RCMP and CFIA officials arrived on the farm Monday and served a warrant on the farm in southeastern British Columbia, where ... Read More »
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