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Man, 71, killed after fire in bedroom at Brampton seniors' residence

BRAMPTON, Ont. — A 71-year-old man has died after a fire in a seniors' residence in Brampton, Ont. Firefighters were called to the residence just after 6 a.m. Sunday, where the fire was contained to a bedroom on the fourth floor.
Raptors relished chance to prepare for Cavaliers in Eastern Conference semis

Raptors relished chance to prepare for Cavaliers in Eastern Conference semis

TORONTO — Last year's playoff preparation for the Cleveland Cavaliers was like a virtual all-nighter, a cram session for the conference finals. The Raptors were tired. They'd played almost every second night for a gruelling 26 nights straight.
Widow takes feds to appeals tribunal over CPP benefits denial due to her age

Widow takes feds to appeals tribunal over CPP benefits denial due to her age

OTTAWA — Daniel Derksen was, by all accounts, the model of perfect health. Then one day, he complained about stomach pains and went to see a doctor.
Threat of economic turmoil over softwood tariff becomes B.C. election issue

Threat of economic turmoil over softwood tariff becomes B.C. election issue

VICTORIA — A hefty American tariff on Canadian softwood could be devastating for British Columbia's economy, but it may also be advantageous for political leaders on the campaign trail who are looking to cement or build their images with voters, says
Discrimination against two-spirit indigenous people linked to suicide crisis

Discrimination against two-spirit indigenous people linked to suicide crisis

OTTAWA — Ojibwa-Cree elder Ma-Nee Chacaby says coming out nearly 30 years ago was like unzipping her skin so she could reveal her true self. It was a moment of relief after years of pain.
B.C.'s First Nations leaders suspect high rate of overdose deaths

B.C.'s First Nations leaders suspect high rate of overdose deaths

VANCOUVER — First Nations leaders in British Columbia say they suspect the deadly opioid fentanyl is having a disproportionate impact on their communities but they can't get the numbers to prove it.
Canadian minimum wage workers say they're surviving rather than living

Canadian minimum wage workers say they're surviving rather than living

MONTREAL — Erendira Achati Keriti needed winter clothes, but she knew she couldn't afford to buy them new.
A few quick facts about survivor benefits under the Canada Pension Plan

A few quick facts about survivor benefits under the Canada Pension Plan

OTTAWA — The Canada Pension Plan pays out survivor benefits to a surviving spouse, common-law partner, estate, or dependent children. Here are a few things to know about the benefit: 1. There is an age limit on when it is paid out.
Meet Jaimie Baillie: Veteran Tory leader takes second kick at election can

Meet Jaimie Baillie: Veteran Tory leader takes second kick at election can

HALIFAX — Name: Jamie Baillie Party: Progressive Conservative Party Age: 51 Hometown: Truro, N.S.
Meet Stephen McNeil: Liberal leader looks for second straight majority

Meet Stephen McNeil: Liberal leader looks for second straight majority

HALIFAX — Name: Stephen McNeil Party: Liberal Age: 52 Hometown: Upper Granville, N.S. Job before politics: Operated appliance repair business in Bridgetown, N.S., for 15 years.
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