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RCMP says B.C. ostrich farm investigations continue, charges neither laid nor stayed
By Canadian Press on November 19th, 2025
RCMP say investigations are ongoing in relation to their enforcement operation at a British Columbia farm where avian influenza prompted the cull of hundreds of ostriches, with charges neither laid nor stayed after several arrests. Katie Pasitney, whose mother Karen Espersen is the co-owner of Universal Ostrich Farms, had posted a video to her Facebook ... Read More »
1 responseB.C.-incorporated cryptocurrency firm appeals record $176 million Fintrac penalty
By Canadian Press on November 19th, 2025
TORONTO — A cryptocurrency firm incorporated in British Columbia is appealing a $176 million penalty issued by Canada’s anti-money-laundering agency last month. Xeltox Enterprises Ltd. says in an appeal filed in Federal Court that Fintrac’s penalties for violations of the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act were based on “errors of law.” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Will Newfoundland energy deal be finalized? ‘Good question,’ says Hydro-Québec chief
By Canadian Press on November 19th, 2025
Hydro-Québec’s chief executive says she is confident a draft energy deal with Newfoundland and Labrador will be finalized, despite political moves in the eastern province that leave the agreement on shaky ground. When reporters first asked Claudine Bouchard if the deal would proceed, she chuckled and said it was a “good question.” The new head ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Senators amend legislation to make it easier to pass on First Nations status
By Canadian Press on November 19th, 2025
OTTAWA — Senators have passed sweeping amendments to a bill that would simplify the transfer of First Nations status between generations, rejecting the federal government’s advice to limit its scope. Bill S-2, introduced in the Senate with support by the Liberal government, was drafted to eliminate some gender inequities in the Indian Act and allow ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Safety changes urged after accidental lifeboat plunge off B.C.: TSB
By Canadian Press on November 19th, 2025
RICHMOND — The Transportation Safety Board is urging stronger safety procedures involving lifeboats on commercial vessels after an investigation into a 2023 incident where a boat was accidentally dropped into the water, seriously injuring an engineer. The board says in its investigation report that an engineer on the Golden Zhejiang bulk carrier was conducting a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Loaded barge bound for Seattle sinking off central B.C. coast
By Canadian Press on November 19th, 2025
BELLA BELLA — A barge carrying numerous cargo containers is sinking in the waters off British Columbia’s central coast. The Canadian Coast Guard says in a statement that the tug boat Malolo was en route from Alaska to Seattle when it reported Monday that the barge it was towing was taking on water. The Coast ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Senate passes amendments to First Nations status bill; MPs still need to vote
By Canadian Press on November 19th, 2025
OTTAWA — Senators have passed sweeping amendments to a bill that would simplify the transfer of First Nations status between generations. Bill S-2, introduced in the Senate and supported by the Liberal government, was drafted to eliminate some gender inequities in the Indian Act and allow some 6,000 people to become eligible for First Nations ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Group sues Quebec City for cancelling July show of U.S. Christian singer Sean Feucht
By Canadian Press on November 19th, 2025
A group associated with an American Christian singer is suing the Quebec City municipal administration after it cancelled one of his shows over the summer. Burn 24/7 Canada had organized the Canadian tour of Sean Feucht, who saw several of his shows cancelled in July amid outcry over his anti-abortion views and connection to the ... Read More »
1 responseWatchdog calls for changes to how justice system treats sexual violence survivors
By Canadian Press on November 19th, 2025
OTTAWA — The federal ombudsperson for victims of crime is calling for reforms to improve how survivors of sexual violence are treated by the criminal justice system. Benjamin Roebuck says too many survivors describe their experiences with the justice system as more harmful than the assault itself. His office has released a new report based ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!B.C. Liberal MPs say tanker ban changes would need provincial, First Nations consent
By Canadian Press on November 19th, 2025
OTTAWA — B.C. Liberal MPs say the tanker ban on the northern B.C. coast can’t change without provincial and First Nations consent. The Globe and Mail is reporting that the federal government, which is in talks with Alberta on the prospect of building a new pipeline, is considering allowing some tanker traffic on the northern ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Seven Canadians charged in U.S. drug probe linked to ex-Olympian
By Canadian Press on November 19th, 2025
WASHINGTON — Seven Canadians have been arrested for extradition to the United States in relation to a drug trafficking probe involving Ryan Wedding, a former Team Canada Olympian-turned-fugitive. RCMP Commissioner Michael Duheme joined U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and other American officials in Washington today to announce the charges. Duheme said Canadians in Quebec, Ontario ... Read More »
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