Health

As the use of medicinal cannabis grows, a new Ontario research centre says it plans to look into whether pot is actually an effective treatment for various ailments. The Michael G.

WINNIPEG — Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister signalled Monday that the province's private sector will be involved in the distribution of marijuana when recreational use is legalized next July.

You won't find gym class on the schedule in upstate New York's Victor school district. What you will see: kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, dance, self- defence , archery and in-line skating — all under the heading of physical education.

CHICAGO — President Donald Trump called the Texas church shootings gunman "deranged," the New York bike path attacker "a very sick and deranged person," and the Las Vegas massacre shooter "a sick, demented man.

TORONTO — The City of Toronto is warning dog owners of a potential illness after more than 30 animals were found dead at Woodbine Beach over the weekend.

TORONTO — It's arguably a difficult and awkward moment for family and friends when a couple announces the birth of a child followed by the revelation that their baby has Down syndrome.

CALGARY — A WestJet flight going to Houston from Calgary was grounded and a woman aboard a plane was taken to hospital after being exposed to de-icing fluid.

HAMILTON — Investigators are still searching for the cause of a fire at a Hamilton hospital that forced the relocation of approximately 90 patients. Flames filled an unused wing of St. Peter's Hospital in the city's east end Sunday morning.

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HALIFAX — The younger sisters of Maureen Dares sit with her in a Halifax hotel room, hoping for a call to say she has a place go before their money runs out.