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Majority of Bloc Quebecois MPs say leader must regain confidence of caucus

Majority of Bloc Quebecois MPs say leader must regain confidence of caucus

OTTAWA — Bloc Quebecois Leader Martine Ouellet must regain the confidence of her caucus, seven of the party's 10 MPs said Wednesday.
PM accuses Tories of crass politics over public sex-offender registry demands

PM accuses Tories of crass politics over public sex-offender registry demands

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the safety of children is a priority, but he won't say whether his government will move ahead with a public registry for high-risk sex offenders.

TSX falls as crude prices sink to one-month low on U.S. inventory report

Toronto's main stock index was dragged lower Wednesday amid fears that the global oil supply glut is growing, not shrinking. The S&P/TSX composite index fell 92.42 points to 15,372.

Missing African serval cat found: Ontario Provincial Police

TINY TOWNSHIP, Ont. — Provincial police say a missing African serval cat has been found in Tiny Township, Ont. Police say there is no longer a threat to the public, although they haven't disclosed details, saying their investigation is ongoing.

Identity of Canada's two newest astronauts to be known within three or four weeks

MONTREAL — The identity of Canada's two newest astronauts will be announced within the next three to four weeks, the Canadian Space Agency said Wednesday.

Toronto students sent home after school smeared with peanut butter

TORONTO — An east Toronto high school has sent hundreds of students home out of concern for their safety after a suspected graduation prank that left the building smeared with cooking oil and peanut butter.
Ticats linebacker Simoni Lawrence is one CFL veteran who enjoys training camp

Ticats linebacker Simoni Lawrence is one CFL veteran who enjoys training camp

HAMILTON — Training camp might be a necessary evil for most veteran CFL players, but it sustains Simoni Lawrence.
From Gander to Broadway: The journey of Canadian hit musical 'Come From Away'

From Gander to Broadway: The journey of Canadian hit musical 'Come From Away'

OAKVILLE, Ont. — As a theatre producer in Toronto, Michael Rubinoff was always on the lookout for stories that would translate into musicals. He found unexpected inspiration in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.

Northern Manitoba community deals with suberged rail line, supply issues

CHURCHILL, Man. — A flooded rail line is continuing to raise concerns in the northern Manitoba community of Churchill where the spring tourist season is about to begin.
Distraught Innu leader issues poignant plea for troubled youth after son's death

Distraught Innu leader issues poignant plea for troubled youth after son's death

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — One of Labrador's most outspoken aboriginal leaders buried his 16-year-old son last week.
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