Canadian and Quebec leaders paid tribute to the 14 women who were killed 34 years ago today. ‘There has been some progress over the past 34 years but not enough,’ says Prime Minister Trudeau One by one, the names of the women were called out before a moment of silence …
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Jail guard who helped Soleiman Faqiri chokes back tears recalling ‘his last joyful moment on this earth’
The jail sergeant who broke protocol to film Soleiman Faqiri's condition in the hope of getting him help choked back tears as he recalled the joy in Faqiri's face when he finally had a shower after days of deteriorating in segregation. WARNING: This story contains graphic details The jail sergeant …
Read More »A Speaker who tried to restore ‘respect’ to Parliament is now accused of disrespecting it
Greg Fergus became Speaker of the House of Commons in October because his predecessor, Anthony Rota, failed to exercise due diligence about an invited guest. Now Fergus himself stands accused of failing to exercise proper care. Speakers are not entirely non-partisan. So where do MPs draw the line? Greg Fergus …
Read More »Despite multiple deaths and pleas for action, feds haven’t banned ‘suicide promotion website’
Federal officials have repeatedly ignored calls to restrict access to an online forum linked to multiple deaths in Canada, according to coroner reports, mental health advocates and families. Mental health organizations have labelled it a “dedicated suicide promotion website." Canadian coroners and families warn of risks associated with pro-suicide forum …
Read More »Adrienne Clarkson to be inducted into CBC News Hall of Fame
Former governor general and longtime CBC journalist Adrienne Clarkson will be inducted into the CBC News Hall of fame on Wednesday, the 10th inductee since the honour was established. Former governor general and longtime CBC journalist will be 10th person honoured Former governor general and longtime CBC journalist Adrienne Clarkson …
Read More »Ottawa restaurant fighting province’s booze takeout policy closes its doors
An Ottawa restaurant that has been fighting for the right to continue selling takeout booze has announced it's closing its doors after being "unfairly targeted" by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario. Mercato Zacconi's owner says business 'unfairly targeted' by AGCO inspector One of two Ottawa restaurants that have …
Read More »IN PHOTOS | It’s looking like winter in Canada
It's starting to look like winter in Canada, as some parts of the country get their first significant snowfall of the season. From the Prairies to the Maritimes, some cities get their first snowfall of the season ***** Credit belongs to : www.cbc.ca
Read More »IN PHOTOS | It’s looking like winter in Canada — with some exceptions
It's starting to look like winter in Canada, as some parts of the country get their first significant snowfall of the season. From the Prairies to the Maritimes, some cities get their first snowfall of the season ***** Credit belongs to : www.cbc.ca
Read More »As young people share intimate moments online, experts say conversations around sex need to change
B.C. educators and parents say they're increasingly aware of just how much spaces on the Internet have come to dominate the most intimate part of young people's lives. Sextortion case linked to 12-year-old's death in Prince George has renewed warnings about intimate imagery WARNING: This article contains details of sexual …
Read More »Ryan Reynolds, Auston Matthews headline star-studded SickKids ad
Deadpool star, and seemingly perpetual good guy, Ryan Reynolds is lending his likeness to a new fundraising campaign ad for Toronto hospital SickKids, showcasing the chaos that follows many children around. Crooner Michael Bublé rounds out fundraiser showcasing the ‘joy’ kids can bring Deadpool star, and seemingly perpetual good guy, …
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