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 …
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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, …
Read More »Thousands of pro-Israel demonstrators gather on Parliament Hill in a show of solidarity
Thousands of pro-Israel demonstrators from across the country gathered on Parliament Hill Monday to show solidarity with the country as it takes on Hamas in Gaza — and to call for an end to antisemitism in Canada. The rally takes place as reports of antisemitic acts in Canada spike Thousands …
Read More »Stricter oilpatch methane rules unveiled by federal government
The proposed regulations are similar to those announced in recent days by the United States and are designed to help Canada reach and exceed its 2030 target of slashing methane emissions from the oil and gas sector by at least 75 per cent below 2012 levels. 'Methane is something that …
Read More »Prominent Hong Kong activist Agnes Chow jumps bail and moves to Canada
One of Hong Kong's best-known pro-democracy activists, who moved to Canada to pursue her studies, said she would not return to the city to meet her bail conditions, becoming the latest politician to flee Hong Kong under Beijing's crackdown on dissidents. Chow said authorities in July offered to return her …
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