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'Somebody knows something:' Police rule death of Calgary baby in 2015 a homicide

'Somebody knows something:' Police rule death of Calgary baby in 2015 a homicide

Calgary police say the death of a three-month-old baby in 2015 has been ruled a homicide and are calling for anyone with information to come forward. Calgary Police Insp.

Manitoba families of missing, murdered say hearings must go ahead

WINNIPEG — A coalition that represents Manitoba family members says national hearings into missing and murdered indigenous women must begin soon despite the uncertainty surrounding the process.

World-famous 'big and sexy' iceberg drifting from Newfoundland town, mayor says

FERRYLAND, N.L. — The world's most famous intact iceberg appears to be on the move. Ocean currents appear to be sweeping the colossal iceberg away from tiny Ferryland, N.L.

Hertz and Thrifty to pay $1.25M fine following probe into their advertising

OTTAWA — Car rental companies Hertz Canada Ltd. and Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Canada Inc. have agreed to pay a total of $1.25 million in penalties following an investigation into their advertising by the federal Competition Bureau.

A by-the-numbers look at the federal program for extended EI benefits

OTTAWA — Last year's federal budget unveiled a program to help eligible workers in 12 regions of the country hard hit by a downturn in commodity prices. Three regions were added in May.
Notley says Canada will have lots of allies if Trump goes after energy trade

Notley says Canada will have lots of allies if Trump goes after energy trade

GUANGZHOU, China — Alberta Premier Rachel Notley says U.S. President Donald Trump is likely to have some unhappy supporters south of the border if he goes after Canadian energy with trade sanctions.

Clarification to April 20 realtor story.

TORONTO — An April 20 story by The Canadian Press said that realtors earn a commission of five per cent of a home's price. In fact, the commission is split between the buyer's agent and the seller's agent. The Canadian Press
Soaring prices draw influx of real estate agents, but they face stiff competition

Soaring prices draw influx of real estate agents, but they face stiff competition

TORONTO — Dave Hamilton was looking for a get-rich-quick scheme when got his realtor's licence in 2010. "My dad always said, 'If you're going to sell something, sell something expensive,'" said the Torontonian.

Halifax schools could acknowledge aboriginal territory in daily announcements

HALIFAX — The morning ritual for Halifax students may soon be expanded beyond the national anthem, to include a daily reminder that their school sits on traditional Mi'kmaq territory.
Guide to 'fake news' wins $30,000 National Business Book Award

Guide to 'fake news' wins $30,000 National Business Book Award

TORONTO — A timely guide to distinguishing fact from fiction in the era of "fake news" was announced Monday as the winner of the $30,000 National Business Book Award. Neuroscientist Daniel J.
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