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Canadian Chris Johnston looking to again make Classic history
It's been steadily upward at the US$1-million Bassmaster Classic for Chris Johnston. The Peterborough, Ont., native has cracked the top-10 of pro bass fishing's premier event the last two years. After...
Mar 20, 2023

Nexus trusted-traveller program to fully resume by April 24 after yearlong standoff
OTTAWA - The federal government says the Nexus trusted-traveller program will fully ramp back up within five weeks, allowing frequent border crossers to complete their applications and speed up their ...
Mar 20, 2023

Not a refugee, not quite a resident: Ukrainians who fled to Canada in 'grey area'
OTTAWA - Several immigrant specialists say Ukrainians who have fled to Canada with an emergency visa are stuck in a "grey area" of the immigration system, and they're urging the government to make cha...
Mar 20, 2023

Alberta moves to force oilpatch to pay owed taxes above 'threshold' amount
The Alberta government says it's moving to force oilpatch companies to make good on their unpaid municipal taxes. Energy Minister Peter Guthrie says he's issued an order that blocks companies from acq...
Mar 20, 2023

Canada's foreign minister says China peace talks in Moscow will prolong Ukraine war
OTTAWA - Foreign Affairs Minister Mlanie Joly says China's attempts to broker peace in Ukraine will likely just help Russia re-arm and prolong the conflict. Joly says in a statement today that the onl...
Mar 20, 2023

Canada Soccer officials defend controversial deal with Canadian Soccer Business
Canada Soccer defended its controversial deal with Canada Soccer Business under questioning on Parliament Hill by the House of Commons heritage committee. The agreement allows the CSB to oversee marke...
Mar 20, 2023

Waskesiu Lake: A dream destination for any event - weddings, conferences, reunions and more!
Waskesiu Lake, Saskatchewan's four-season playground is where the beauty of the north is on full display with a wide range of activities and amenities year-round. This is a premier destination where y...
Mar 20, 2023

Biden issues first veto, defending Labor Dept. 'ESG' rule
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Joe Biden on Monday issued the first veto of his presidency as he sought to block Republican-led efforts in Congress to overturn a Labor Department rule allowing retirement...
Mar 20, 2023

Regina tourism agency apologizes for using sexualized slogans
REGINA - An agency responsible for tourism in Regina has apologized for using slogans that have been criticized for their sexual overtones. Experience Regina CEO Tim Reid says the organization fell sh...
Mar 20, 2023

Liberal motion seeking files from Meta, Google 'undemocratic': chamber of commerce
OTTAWA - The head of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce says a Liberal committee motion seeking internal documents from Google and Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is "undemocratic." ...
Mar 20, 2023