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North American Indigenous Games are not just sports, but a cultural exchange

The 2017 North American Indigenous Games are bringing a message of healing to Toronto, not just through participation in sports, but a cultural exchange.

DavidsTea co-founder targeting healthy eating market with salad restaurant venture

The man behind DavidsTea, a chain that sought to make tea as ubiquitous as a cup of Starbucks coffee, is now attempting to make salad more appealing to the masses. David Segal's new eatery Mad Radish opened its first store in Ottawa on Friday.
Toronto FC rewards GM Tim Bezbatchenko and head coach Greg Vanney with new deals

Toronto FC rewards GM Tim Bezbatchenko and head coach Greg Vanney with new deals

TORONTO — When Bill Manning took over as president of Toronto FC in October 2015, his belief was the best move was no move when it came to GM Tim Bezbatchenko and head coach Greg Vanney.

Lumber prices see 'major jump' after wildfires in British Columbia

VANCOUVER — The wildfires in the B.C. Interior that have forced some sawmills to halt operations have resulted in a boost in lumber prices at a time when forestry companies have been squeezed by softwood duties on exports to the U.S.

Baby hawk in care of eagle parents gets special attention in Sidney, B.C.

SIDNEY, B.C. — A birder and wildlife photographer who's been documenting the strange case of a baby red-tailed hawk being raised by eagles says the adopted little bird is acting like its eagle "siblings" and devouring fish.
49 people to decide whether Quebec City's Muslims get their own cemetery

49 people to decide whether Quebec City's Muslims get their own cemetery

SAINT-APOLLINAIRE, Que. — After six Muslim men were shot dead inside a Quebec City mosque last January, relations between Muslims and the rest of the community were excellent, said Mohamed Kesri — and then the cemetery issue came up.

Lockout reduces service at OLG Slots at Woodbine Racetrack

TORONTO — About 400 workers at the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. facility at the Woodbine horse racing track were locked out Friday after their employer and union were unable to reach a new contract agreement.
Scientists expect 'significant' algae bloom on Lake Erie

Scientists expect 'significant' algae bloom on Lake Erie

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — A "significant" harmful algae bloom is expected to form in western Lake Erie this summer, though it probably won't be as large as some previous formations that posed health risks and hampered tourism, scientists said Thursday.

Gold stocks lead TSX index higher, Canadian dollar approaches 79 cents US

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index is clinging to a small gain led by gold stocks, supported by a jump in bullion prices. The Toronto Stock Exchange's S&P/TSX composite index was up 16.59 points to 15,151.59 after 90 minutes of trading.
Downie, Feist and Tagaq: Five things about the Polaris Music Prize short list

Downie, Feist and Tagaq: Five things about the Polaris Music Prize short list

TORONTO — An array of mainstream artists, Indigenous acts and rising stars comprise this year's slate of Polaris Music Prize nominees.
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