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Majority of affordable homes approved under federal program not yet constructed
OTTAWA - The federal government has set aside billions of dollars to quickly build affordable housing across the country, but delays in construction suggest many of the projects approved for funding a...
Jan 29, 2023

Broncos wrap Jan. action with 7-3 record, battle for SJHL second place continues
The Humboldt Broncos gained some headway during January action in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League as some vital wins lead to some valuable points.Overall, the Broncos outscored the opposition 40...
Jan 29, 2023

McIlroy shoots 65, has 3-shot lead after 3 rounds in Dubai
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Rory McIlroy delivered an exhibition of short iron play to shoot 7-under 65 in his third round and build a three-stroke lead at the Dubai Desert Classic on Sunday. T...
Jan 29, 2023

New Zealand men and women dominate while Canada teams struggle at HSBC Sydney Sevens
SYDNEY, Australia - The New Zealand men and women both won their finals at the Sydney Sevens on Sunday to extend their leads atop the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series standings. The New Zealand men blan...
Jan 29, 2023

Canada's Cyle Larin has dream debut in Spain, scores winner for Real Valladolid
VALLADOLID, Spain - Canadian forward Cyle Larin had a dream debut for Spain's Real Valladolid CF on Sunday, scoring off the bench in the 90th minute for a 1-0 victory over Valencia CF. Larin acrobatic...
Jan 29, 2023

Quebec basic income program begins, but advocates say many low-income people excluded
MONTREAL - For the first time in many years, Monique Toutant thinks she might be able to buy herself some better groceries and a few new clothes. As a longtime social assistance recipient, the 62-year...
Jan 29, 2023

Djokovic beats Tsitsipas for 10th Australian Open, 22nd Slam
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - Novak Djokovic was simply too good at the most crucial moments and claimed his 10th Australian Open championship and 22nd Grand Slam title overall by beating Stefanos Tsits...
Jan 29, 2023

UK leader fires party chairman over tax bill allegations
LONDON (AP) - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak fired the chairman of his ruling Conservative Party Sunday over a "serious breach" of the ministerial code. Pressure had been building on Nadhim Zahawi...
Jan 29, 2023

Actress and former senator Viola Léger, best known as La Sagouine, dies at 92
Actress, teacher and former senator Viola Lger has died at the age of 92. A release from management company Le Grenier musique says Lger died Saturday in Dieppe, New Brunswick. Lger was best known for...
Jan 29, 2023

Stars take third straight with 6-2 win in Melville
The Battlefords North Stars took home a 6-2 victory Saturday night in Melville, to sweep their weekend road trip, and win their third straight.Holden Doell and Steven Kesslering led the way with a pai...
Jan 29, 2023