Ontario News

NORRISTOWN, Pa. — Prosecutors wrapped up their case against Bill Cosby on Friday, saving until practically the very end the comedian's damaging, decade-old testimony about giving quaaludes to women he wanted to have sex with.

HALIFAX — The federal government detailed its plans Friday to create a special unit to support injured Armed Forces members as they prepare a return to civilian life.

OTTAWA — Quebec may finally get access to data from the defunct federal long-gun registry.

OTTAWA — Canada will keep talking with the White House regardless of its position on the Paris accord because the two countries have more than just climate change to talk about, says Environment Minister Catherine McKenna.

TORONTO — A Canadian accused in a massive hack of Yahoo emails will have to stay in custody as he prepares to fight extradition to the United States.

TORONTO — Stronger than expected jobs data and a slight uptick in the price of oil pushed Canada's main stock index and the loonie to a higher close Friday. The Toronto Stock Exchange's S&P/TSX composite index added 50.12 points to 15,473.

OTTAWA — The current political climate demands a refreshed approach to refugee protection that goes beyond high-level talks and right down to the community level, the deputy head of the UN's refugee agency says.

TORONTO — A Toronto woman has been found not criminally responsible in the stabbing of her condo doorman last year. Ellis Kirkland was charged with attempted murder, assault with a weapon and weapons dangerous.

OTTAWA — The labour market rode a surprisingly strong wave of new jobs last month as hiring rose in key areas like the private sector, manufacturing and full-time work, Statistics Canada said Friday.

MONTREAL — Canada's Immigration Department says a murder suspect who was set free after his trial exceeded the legal length limit is expected to be sent back to Sri Lanka in the next two weeks.