London Fire says no one is hurt after five train cars caught fire travelling eastbound through downtown London, Ont. late Sunday night. There were no injuries and damage is estimated at $25,000 London Fire says no one is hurt after five train cars caught fire travelling eastbound through downtown London, …
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Investigation underway after CP Rail cars catch fire, roll through downtown London, Ont.
London Fire says no one is hurt after five train cars caught fire travelling eastbound through downtown London, Ont. late Sunday night. There were no injuries and damage is estimated at $25,000 London Fire says no one is hurt after five train cars caught fire travelling eastbound through downtown London, …
Read More »First Nations leaders to speak about ‘systemic failures’ within Thunder Bay police
Leaders from Nishnawbi Aski Nation are holding a news conference in Toronto on Monday morning to address their concerns with the Thunder Bay Police Service, after the OPP this month laid multiple charges against the former police chief and others linked to the force. Nishnawbe Aski Nation leaders, MPP to …
Read More »This teen was poisoned by carbon monoxide on the job. His parents say the employer got off easy
A Saskatchewan teen who suffered severe carbon monoxide poisoning while working at his part-time job at a local grocery store may suffer long-term health problems, but the employer faced no serious consequences. A workplace safety expert says many provinces lack the authority to financially penalize employers that risk worker safety. …
Read More »Quebec races to save western chorus frog as city builds road through wetland
A controversial road through a wetland inhabited by the western chorus frog, a threatened species, is soon set to be completed in Longueuil, Que. While efforts to boost the frogs' population get underway, conservationists say more needs to be done. Conservationists worry not enough is being done to protect the …
Read More »Shortage of skilled tradespeople is hitting all Canadians in the pocketbook, economists say
From a lack of transportation mechanics driving up the cost of bus fare and plane tickets, to a shortage of cooks affecting menu pricing at restaurants, the lack of qualified people to work in skilled trades is making rising costs of living even worse, economists and trade industry veterans say. …
Read More »Ontario doctor’s college cautions Toronto pediatrician over breastfeeding drug
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario has expressed concern about the prescribing and oversight practices of a Toronto breastfeeding doctor in a case where a woman was prescribed domperidone, whose off-label use to induce lactation is controversial. Woman who suffered severe withdrawal symptoms should not have been prescribed …
Read More »Can we end plastic pollution? Negotiators land in Ottawa this week to work on a global treaty
A key week of negotiations kicks off Tuesday, as representatives descend on Ottawa to tackle the worldwide issue of plastic pollution. The fourth and penultimate installment of talks tees up a final session later this year in Korea, where parties hope to sign onto a binding global treaty on plastic. …
Read More »We’re still stockpiling reusable bags. Big grocers have adopted solutions, but experts have concerns
To combat Canada's growing reusable bag problem, Walmart just launched a recycling pilot program. Sobeys and Loblaw-owned chains are now delivering groceries in paper bags. But some environmental experts argue these solutions don't quite cut it. Walmart has launched a free national recycling pilot program for its reusable bags Canada's …
Read More »Oilers advance to 2nd playoff round with 4-3 win over Kings
Leon Draisaitl scored twice for the Oilers Wednesday as Edmonton, for the third straight year, eliminated the Kings from the playoff picture. Evan Bouchard added three assists for the winners. Edmonton eliminates Los Angeles for 3rd straight year Leon Draisaitl scored twice and Evan Bouchard had three assists as the …
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