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November 22

Tory senators quash MS treatment bill
Dr. Paolo Zamboni describes the scan of a patient for CTV W5’s cameras.
Unions granted standing in foreign workers case
Federal Human Resources Minister Diane Finley said earlier this month that she was not satisfied with the process that resulted in permission for foreign workers to come to the B.C. mining project.
Sea King makes emergency landing in grocery store parking lot
A Sea King helicopter sits in a vacant parking lot in the Halifax neighbourhood of Bedford on Thursday. The Department of National Defence says the choppr was on a training flight from Canadian Forces Base Shearwater when it experienced problems with its hydraulics and made an emergency landing. No injuries were reported.
Mayor wants bylaws reviewed after former homeless man files suit against Vancouver
Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson poses briefly for a photograph after a phone interview with The Globe and Mail at City Hall in Vancouver, Nov. 13, 2012.
Marty the horse helps Toronto lighten up with a quick tour and a bowl of beer
James McVeigh puts out a bowl of draft Guinness for Marty to slake his thrist during a visit to McVeigh’s New Windsor Tavern on Thursday. Initially denied entry to the Fairmont Royal York Hotel, the official hotel of the Grey Cup, but was later allowed entry. Marty and a contingent of the Calgary Committee also visited the Bank Of Montreal and several television stations.
America’s forgotten prisoner languishes in Cuban jail
Judy Gross is photographed in her apartment along with some family photos. Ms. Gross’s husband Alan was arrested while working for the US AID in Havana in 2009. She has been working to free him ever since. “I am devastated by his appearance,” Judy Gross wrote in the statement following her return to the United States. “While his spirit remains strong, I fear he is not going to survive this terrible ordeal.”
Sewage at centre of Victoria by-election
Local sewage activist James Skwarok, also known as Mr. Floatie, dips his boot into the water recently near Clover Point in Victoria
Canada’s rebuilt alpine team has ambitious expectations
Manuel Osborne-Paradis of Canada races down the hill during the first men's downhill training run of the Lake Louise Winterstart World Cup in Lake Louise, Alta., Wednesday, November 21, 2012.
From top school to out of football, Marcus Ball’s well traveled route to Grey Cup
Toronto Argonauts Marcus Ball intercepts a pass against the Montreal Alouettes in the second half during the CFL's Eastern Conference Final game in Montreal, November 18, 2012.
Increasing Christy Clark’s female flock by engendering a change in image
Justine Hunter
Where are they now: Rocket Ismail has mastered many universes
Toronto Argonauts Raghib Rocket Ismail tries to elude Edmonton Eskimo Doug Parrish, Sept. 21, 1991 in Toronto.
UN investigation implicates Rwanda in backing rebels
A Congolese man who lost his legs during 2008 fighting between government soldiers and a former rebel group sits with his prosthetic legs on the ground near Goma's football stadium. Congo. Thousands of Congolese soldiers and policemen defected to the M23 rebels Wednesday, as rebel leaders vowed to take control of all Congo, including the capital Kinshasa.
Laval’s Plesius wins CIS top defensive player, but focus is on Marauders
Frédéric Plesius is hungry to lead Laval to a record-setting seventh Vanier Cup.
Best pictures from November 22
Grey Cup fans in all sizes and colours
Saskatchewan Roughrider fan Brent Fox of Edmonton, Ab. is seen in Toronto, Ont. Thursday, November 22, 2012. (Kevin Van Paassen/The Globe and Mail)
Takhar joins Ontario Liberal leadership race
Harinder Takhar (left), minister of govt services for Ontario.
Argos’ versatile Owens named CFL’s outstanding player
Toronto Argonauts Chad Owens puts on his helmet during team practice ahead of the 100th Grey Cup championship CFL game in Toronto, November 22, 2012.
Top lawyers fear their profession is broken
Lawyer Clayton Ruby, accused the law society of harbouring a ‘death wish’ on the parental-leave issue.
Quinlan captures Hec Crighton Trophy as nation’s top player
McMaster University quarterback Kyle Quinlan poses with the Hec Crighton trophy during the CFL awards in Toronto Thursday, November 22, 2012.
Harper, opposition back call to nominate Pakistani girl for Nobel
Malala Yousafzai has been an outspoken proponent of the right to education for girls in Pakistan.
Reputed mafia boss must appear before inquiry, judge rules
Raynald Desjardins in undate photo.
Is Mahmoud Abbas a political dead man walking?
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas holds up a copy of the letter that he had just delivered to United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon requesting full United Nations representation for a Palestinian state, during his address before the 66th United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York, September 23, 2011.
Hufnagel generates confidence in his players thanks to life spent in football
John Hufnagel, at Calgary’s practice on Thursday, won a Grey Cup as a rookie head coach for the Stampeders.
Justin Trudeau facing heat for past comments about Alberta
Liberal MP and leadership candidate Justin Trudeau attends a Remembrance Day ceremony in Montreal, Sunday, November 11, 2012.
British press, foes on edge awaiting Leveson findings
Former News International chief executive Rebekah Brooks arrives before giving evidence before the Leveson Inquiry into the ethics and practices of the media at the High Court in central London May 11, 2012.
What the big hedge funds are holding
Customers gather outside an Apple store before the release of iPhone 5 in Munich early September 21, 2012.
Dickenson keeps head coaching ambitions in check, but time is coming
Calgary of Stampeders' offensive coordinator Dave Dickenson, right, instructs quarterback, Henry Burris, during a practice in Calgary, Alta., Monday, June 27, 2011
New legislation would keep more mentally ill offenders behind bars
Minister of Justice Rob Nicholson listens to a question following a press conference on Thursday, March 15, 2012.
At EU budget summit, there will be drama
There will be drama. Slammed doors, statements of outrage, theatrical threats and a whole lot of grand-standing. The European Union’s Christmas budget pantomime due to unfold over the next three days will see everyone playing according to type. Angela Merkel will plead for austerity, François Hollande will defend agricultural subsidies, and David Cameron will rail against “eurocrats” and staunchly defend the U.K. rebate.
False victory, shaky peace
A Palestinian man drives a flatbed truck loaded with planks of wood for repairing destroyed smuggling tunnels in the southern Gaza Strip, near the border with Egypt.
The public’s safety should come first
Allan Dwayne Schoenborn is shown in an undated RCMP handout photo.
Former PM makes case for communication in public policy
Paul Martin, along with Frank McKenna, the former New Brunswick premier, was in Fredericton last week to launch a new centre and program at St. Thomas University – the Frank McKenna Centre for Communications and Public Policy.
RIM investors bet on BB10 bounce
Wrapping your head around REIT taxation
John Heinzl
Exasperated Ryan Miller heartily endorses decertification of union
Buffalo Sabres goalie Ryan Miller makes a blocker save against the Vancouver Canucks during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, B.C., on Saturday March 3, 2012. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Pascual Pérez, a rascal known for pitches he didn’t throw, found a home with the Expos
Montreal Expos pitcher Pascual Perez stares towards home plate during NL action against the St. Louis Cardinals in Montreal, June 6, 1989. Police in the Dominican Republic say the former Expos pitcher was killed in his home during an apparent robbery.
Leaders who don’t play nicely get kicked out of the sandbox
Steven Sinofsky, who last week lost his job as head of Microsoft’s high-profile Windows group, reportedly clashed with executives.
Marty the horse stampedes through Toronto
Blair Purcell leads Marty, a Canadian (breed) horse as he's offered some carrots outside the Fairmont Royal York Hotel on Nov 22 2012. Initially denied entry to the hotel which coincidentally, is the official hotel of the Grey Cup, but was later allowed entry later in the afternoon. Marty and a contingent of the Calgary Committee also visited the Bank Of Montreal and McVeigh's New Windsor Tavern where Marty had a couple of sips of Guinness.(Fred Lum/The Globe and Mail)
Finding balance starts with a positive outlook
Harvey Schachter
Don’t look to Black Friday for clues to the market
Foot-traffic assessments don’t properly separate browsers from buyers, says Fusion IQ CEO Barry Ritholtz.
Canadian shoppers headed to U.S. putting pressure on domestic retail
Sales among Canadian retailers were nearly flat in September, according to the latest measure released Thursday, weaker than expected and evidence of the pressure among merchants to push aggressive U.S.-style promotions to stanch the loss of customers to the United States.
When Over-The-Top TV is a double entendre
Simon Houpt
Calgary fans vow to give Toronto western flavour for the Grey Cup
Fletcher Armstrong, chairman of the Calgary Grey Cup committee sits atop Marty, a Canadian (breed) horse as he arrives at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel on Nov 22 2012.
Quebec’s St. Lawrence fracking ban challenged under NAFTA
A cargo ship on the St. Lawrence River near Trois-Rivières, Que. Lone Pine Resources Inc.’s exploration permit is for an area east of Trois-Rivières.
Chrysler dealership boundary rules brought into question
Ownership of territorial rights is a source of constant tension between franchisees and auto makers as companies seek maximum overall sales and franchise operators try to limit competition that cuts into their business.
Breathing new life into aging brands
Buick is just one example of the marketing challenge facing brands that have gone stale and must attract younger consumers.
Ontario approves deals between teachers, four more school boards
Laurel Broten, Minister Of Education and Minister Responsible For Women's Issues is photographed heading for a cabinet meeting at Queens Park on Oct 16, 2012.
Named top Canadian, Stamps' Cornish speaks of lesbian mother with pride and love
Calgary Stampeders Jon Cornish takes questions during the West Division Champions Media Lunch ahead of the 100th Grey Cup CFL game in Toronto, November 21, 2012.
Students should act less gay, says Alberta school trustee (seriously?)
PQ minister to be grilled over meeting with environment board
Quebec Environment Minister Daniel Breton stands to vote against a motion that forces him to appear at a legislature committee, Thursday, November 22, 2012 at the legislature in Quebec City.
Kiip looks to make mobile advertising more rewarding
Kiip builds advertisers’ offers for free products into the experience of using games and apps on smartphones.
PMI report card: China is up, Europe is down and the U.S. is slow
German Chancellor Angela Merkel stands next to an European flag in this Jan. 18, 2012, file photograph.
‘Cuddle hormone’ oxytocin may be key to team sports, study finds
Switching jazz singer Molly Johnson on and off
Singer Molly Johnson.
Marijuana is harmless? Are we blinded by a smoke screen?
A medical marijuana user lights up a joint.
Vancouver Police ID homicide victim from car fire
Police tape is used to section off a crime scene in Vancouver.
Parking tickets should be dealt with outside of court system: ombudsman
Stock to watch: Wind farm developer close to finding buyer
In this Oct. 12, 2012 file photo wind turbines produce green energy in Nauen near Berlin, Germany.
Eto’o helps Anzhi into Europa League knockout stage
Goalkeeper Boy Waterman of PSV Eindhoven prevents Matheus of Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk from scoring during their Europa League Group F soccer match in Eindhoven November 22, 2012.
Coal baron Tinkler avoids corporate bankruptcy at 11th hour
A handler guides one of Australian coal baron Nathan Tinkler's horses on stage at an auction last month.
Why we glorify promiscuous young men – even though most aren't
Education Ticker: Universities need idealism, not flash
The McGill campus
The close: RIM sends TSX to fifth day of gains
Research In Motion Ltd., Canada’s top corporate R&D spender, warned a Parliamentary committee recently that changes to the flagship R&D tax credit program will cost the company $50-million a year, or a third of the $150-million it gets now.
Global bankers trade champagne for ‘doughnuts’ as bonus cutbacks sting
Investment bankers find it hard to forget the boom years, when year-end payments could easily surpass ten times base salaries.
Another resource name turns to high-yield debt
An oil drilling rig operates outside Watford, N.D., Oct. 20, 2012.
I tore into my friend while drunk, now she's shut me out. How do I fix this mess?
David Eddie
Why luxury booze is good for everyone
Beppi Crosariol
If there’s cork in my glass, should I send the wine back?
How to avoid a tug-of-war with your picky eater
Fawcett spared jail time in sentencing related to sled-dog killings
Demonstrators hold signs outside Provincial Court while attending a sentencing hearing for Robert Fawcett in North Vancouver, B.C., on Nov. 22, 2012.
Justin Trudeau first to declare campaign donations
FILE PHOTO: Federal Liberal leadership hopeful Justin Trudeau talks with reporters after addressing students at Citadel High School in Halifax on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012.
Jeff Rubin: Why shale oil won’t save you at the pumps
A set of Statoil pump jacks pump oil on the outskirts of the Bakken oil boom town of Williston, N.D.
Wall Street wrestles with social media ban
Why investors pay when corporate critics are shut down
Sean Silcoff
SEC’s secret weapon: Canadian whistleblowers
Whistleblower Bradley Birkenfeld was awarded $104-million by U.S. tax authorities in a major tax fraud case against Swiss bank UBS that widened a government crackdown on Americans avoiding taxes in Switzerland.
The spy you wish had taken on Bond
Geoff Pevere
3 top stock picks from Macquarie’s Mike Newton
Investors flee Argentine debt on default fears
Argentine President Cristina Kirchner has vowed not to pay ‘a single dollar’ to holdout funds that Argentina terms vultures. That raises the possibility of default as early as next month.
Is there anything yummier than guilt?
Stamps fans get their way as Royal York lets Marty the horse in
Fletcher Armstrong, with the Calgary Grey Cup committee, rides his horse, Marty, in the front foyer of the Royal York hotel Thursday, Nov. 22, 2012 in Toronto.
CN Future Links reaches one million kids
CN Future Links
Feel like a failure at happiness? Try embracing uncertainty
Why, as a Canadian investor, should I care about the fiscal cliff?
Nancy Woods, adviser with RBC
India approves policy to cap prices of 348 drugs
The new policy is expected to cover up to 30 per cent of the total drugs sold in India, according to industry reports.
Spaniards struggle through painful recession
People wait to receive food outside a food bank in Berriozar, northern Spain, Nov, 22, 2012. Since 2007, 3.2 million jobs have disappeared in Spain.
Are Canadians shopping down south, or not at all?
David Parkinson
McMaster Marauders return to original home for awards ceremony
McMaster University Marauders quarterback Kyle Quinlan, 12, celebrates with teammate after scoring a touchdown against University of Calgary Dinos during first half Mitchell Bowl football action in Hamilton, Ontario, on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012.
To screen or not to screen? New evidence dials up mammogram debate, again
RIM rally: Maybe Apple is playing a role here
After the ceasefire, the debate over its durability and whether Egypt can be peace enforcer
The leader of Hamas welcomes the ceasefire in Gaza as residents return home from shelters.
Advisory group says it raised Autonomy auditor concerns
HP bought the British company Autonomy for $11.1-billion (U.S.) last year, a price many analysts considered more than it was worth, and announced on Tuesday that it was writing off about $5-billion due to “serious accounting improprieties” that inflated the unit’s numbers before the deal.
Carrick on money: My investment’s in the toilet
Flushing Money Down the Toilet
What if you had to kill your own food?
Luxury industry’s next frontier: Africa
Italian fashion house Gucci is looking at entering oil-rich Nigeria and Angola.
Who will Canada’s trade partners be in 2025?
Vancouver keeps Hootsuite from leaving the nest
Ryan Holmes, CEO of fast-growing Vancouver social-media company Hootsuite.
BMO gives rare two-notch upgrade to Tembec
The Tembec softwood lumber plant in in Senneterre, Que. Tembec said its fourth-quarter results were in line with expectations, with improving lumber profitability helping to offset the negative impact of difficult paper pulp markets.
Hamrlik’s comments put him in middle of NHL lockout firestorm
FILE-- Calgary Flames defenceman Roman Hamrlik warms up before a game against the Canadiens in Montreal Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2006
Mayor’s refusal to resign puts London council in a bind
London Mayor Joe Fontana in his office at City Hall in London on Feb. 9, 2012.
Public editor: How online commenters can help ensure quality debate
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