Canada faces 'massive challenge' as NATO eyes new 5% spending target: expert
When representatives of NATO nations meet in The Hague late next month, they're expected to dramatically hike the alliance's defence spending target for members - the one Canada is failing to hit already.At the last NATO summit in Washington last year, allies lined up to call out Canada for failing to meet the alliance...
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Wildfire season
Provincial fire ban expanded to include vacant Crown land
The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) has expanded the provincial fire ban to include all vacant Crown land, Provincial parks located within the provincial forest; and the provincial forest, including the Northern Saskatchewan Administrative District.The order, which replaces the one issued earlier this month, h...
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Saskatchewan
Rain still a long way away
No reprieve yet as temperatures rise around province
This week is set to be a scorcher in the province with the current seven day forecast showing daily highs of at least 26 C, and as high as 32 C. Besides a small chance of rain on Friday in Prince Albert, there won't be much moisture this week. It's making for a tough start ot the year for farmers and wildland firefight...
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Fire response
UPDATE: Bush fire south of Prince Albert stopped thanks to community effort
A spokesperson for the Prince Albert Fire Department says a large bush fire southeast of the city on Monday was brought to a halt thanks to the involvement of multiple agencies.The fire is now listed as contained and fire crews are cleaning up hot spots and monitoring fire lines.Batallion Chief Jay Zablocki told paNOW ...
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BATTLEFORDS TRANSIT SYSTEM
Union-led rally challenges North Battleford transit cuts
A union-led rally outside city hall drew dozens of North Battleford residents Monday, protesting recent cuts to the city's public transit system that they say have left them stranded and struggling to afford basic transportation.The demonstration was organized by the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 615 after the ...
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Wildfire response
Future unclear for wildfire evacuees from Pelican Narrows
Tired and hungry after a near six-hour bus trip, a group of evacuees from Pelican Narrows arrived at the Prince Albert Grand Council Urban Services building in Prince Albert, knowing it won't be long before they have to re-board and venture further away from home. Roughly 1,300 band members are part of the initial evac...
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Canada
The Latest: King Charles delivers throne speech at 'critical moment' for Canada
OTTAWA - King Charles formally opened Parliament today by reading the speech from the throne - a rare event for Canada's monarch. Before reading the speech, the King took part in a short parade through downtown Ottawa alongside Queen Camilla in a horse...
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In the news today: Liberals' goals to be outlined in throne speech
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Government's priorities to be outlined in today's throne speech Prime Minister Mark Carney's vision for nation-building and economic growth is expected to form th...
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Throne speech underscores Canada's sovereignty, commits to joining ReArm Europe
OTTAWA - Reading the throne speech today, King Charles says Prime Minister Mark Carney's government vows to protect Canadian sovereignty by building up the military and redefining the relationship with the United States. The speech confirms that Canada...
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Defence to finish cross-examining hockey player at ex-teammates' trial
Defence lawyers are expected to finish cross-examining a former member of Canada's world junior hockey team today at the sexual assault trial of five of his ex-teammates. Brett Howden, who now plays in the NHL for the Vegas Golden Knights, began testif...
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King Charles delivers the throne speech today. Here's what you need to know.
OTTAWA - King Charles will read the speech from the throne this morning, which sets out the government's priorities for the current session of Parliament. Here are some facts about this historic event. - King Charles III will be the first monarch to us...
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History, national unity key themes as King Charles delivers throne speech
OTTAWA - Seated in a brand-new throne and surrounded by Canadian dignitaries, King Charles opened Parliament Tuesday with a show of royal tradition. On Tuesday morning, the King became the first reigning monarch to read a speech from the throne in Cana...
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