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June 17

Let Lake Ontario, St. Lawrence rise and fall naturally, report says
A cargo ship makes it way through Lac St-Pierre on the St-Lawrence water way in Trois-Rivieres, Que., Tuesday, August 14, 2012.
Colby Rasmus off the disabled list, will rejoin Blue Jays in New York
Toronto Blue Jays' Colby Rasmus hits a home run against the Atlanta Braves during the second inning of their MLB game in Toronto May 27, 2013.
State of emergency after tornado, storms batter parts of Ontario
Environment Canada says based on video evidence a tornado touched down in Angus, near Barrie, around 5:20 p.m.
Yankees wear down Stroman in win against Blue Jays
Brett Gardner watches his third-inning home run bounce off the right-field foul pole on Tuesday.
Polishing machine suspected in carbon-monoxide leak at daycare
Les petits Explorateurs daycare.
Brazil's World Cup party comes undone in game draw against Mexico
John Doyle
After Hudak, who is likely to take over Ontario PCs?
Ontario PC Leader Tim Hudak listens as deputy party leader Christine Elliott speak to reporters at Queen's Park in Toronto on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013.
Your asbestos-related questions answered
John Nolan age 67 seen exhuasted and out of breath at his house after doing some minimal work around his house. John just had his lung removed this year after being diagnosed with mesothelioma, a cancer that is only caused by exposure to asbestos. John is seen at his home in Stevensville, Ontario. John was exposed to asbestos while a renovation was being done beside his office at a building in Windsor, Ontario in the 1980's. Photo taken May 25, 2014.
Harper’s ‘yes’ to Gateway a big risk in B.C.
Campbell Clark
Government silent as questions mount about asbestos danger
Lyle Cassidy age 64 from Stettler, Alberta seen at a Toronto hospital after having his lung removed after he was diagnosed with mesothelioma - a cancer exclusively associated with exposure to asbestos.  He was diagnosed in December 2013 and was exposed to asbestos when working in construction and at a power plant in the 1970's.
First Nations leaders urge natives and non-natives to unite against Northern Gateway
A Protest sign hangs from a building in the town of Kitimat, British Columbia, April 12, 2014. Residents of the town voted against the Northern Gateway pipeline project in a blow to Enbridge Inc's efforts to expedite the flow of crude from Canada's landlocked oil sands to high-paying markets in Asia. Photo taken April 12, 2014.
Sixth arrest made in alleged McGill hospital fraud
The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) offices are shown in Montreal, Tuesday, September 18, 2012, where members of Quebec's anti-corruption squad conducted a raid at the premises.
Pipelines could be swing issue for 2015 federal election
New Democratic Party House leader Nathan Cullen speaks in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa December 5, 2012.
Enbridge plans next step toward breaking ground on pipeline
Enbridge CEO Al Monaco spekas during an interview at the company's office in Calgary, Alta., Friday, Dec. 20, 2013.
Beyond the veneer of tourism lies the 'authentic' Brazil
Cathal Kelly
Armed with cash and cap space, Canucks GM Benning gets to work
Jim Benning, new general manager of the Vancouver Canucks, smiles at a news conference in Vancouver, Friday May 23, 2014.
First Nations leaders prepared to fight Northern Gateway pipeline
Art Sterritt, executive director of Coastal First Nations, is seen aboard the ship the Tsimshian Storm near Prince Rupert, B.C. Tuesday, December, 11, 2012.
B.C. Premier Clark holds key bargaining position in Northern Gateway decision
Yellowknife man who blew up Giant Mine, killing nine people, gets day parole
Vancouver School Board revises gender identities policy
Michael and Julia OâDwyer with their son Cormac 19, at their home in Vancouver June 17, 2014.
B.C. government to Northern Gateway pipeline proposal: ‘No’
British Columbia Premier Christy Clark and Chief Sammy Robinson of the Haisla First Nation attend an event to celebrate a recent land sale to the Haisla in Kitimat, B.C., on Tuesday. Tuesday, June 17, 2014.
'Troubling' disclosure failures at Kwantlen, says Finance Minister
Flooding threatens Alberta communities hit last year
A displaced boat sits on the front lawn of a home in High River’s Wallaceville neighbourhood damaged by the massive flood in High River during a media tour of the city June 25, 2013.
Telus ad tests mens' aim in the washroom
Tornado hits central Ontario, rips off roofs, no major injuries
Environment Canada says based on video evidence a tornado touched down in Angus, near Barrie
National job vacancy rate drops to 1.4 per cent in quarter
Minister of Employment and Minister of Multiculturalism Jason Kenney answers a question during Question Period in the House of Commons in Ottawa, Wednesday, June 11, 2014.
China’s largest gold miner looks to partner with Barrick, Newmont
Shareholders attend the Barrick Gold Corporation's annual general meeting in Toronto Wednesday, April 30, 2014
Get deal in private, mediator tells B.C. teachers and government
BCTF President Jim Iker talks with teachers on the picket line at Delta Secondary School in Ladner on Monday.
Fifteen stocks with upward price momentum
Six dividend stocks with wide moats
John Heinzl
For oil industry, the next battle over Northern Gateway looms large
Enbridge CEO Al Monaco.
Business built on water heaters trading near six-year high
EnerCare Inc.’s battle to retain business in its core water-heater rental business appears to be paying off as the stock trades near a six-year high and some analysts call for more growth ahead.
Minister says Saskatchewan teachers and union need to work out contract demands
Don Morgan, Minister of Justice and Attorney General for the province of Saskatchewan (now Education Minister), left, and Ministry of Justice Civil Law Director Gerald Tegart address media.
New Brunswick not meeting bilingual obligations, languages commissioner says
A sign in English and French in the city of Moncton, N.B.
Mirtle: Next two weeks full of possibility, peril for Maple Leafs
Leaf brass at a press conference Monday at Toronto’s Air Canada Centre. From left, Tim Leiweke, MLSE president and CEO; Larry Tanenbaum, MLSE chairman; new Leafs president Brendan Shanahan; and Leafs VP and GM Dave Nonis.
Royal Canadian Legion to include RCMP, peace officers as veterans
A poppy is pinned next to a Royal Canadian Legion crest in Montreal, November 2, 2012.
Saks Fifth Avenue plans to up luxury factor in Canada
Saks had a quarter to forget, but Teachers has committed $500-million to back Hudson’s Bay’s planned takeover of the U.S. chain.
First Nations hold the key to the Northern Gateway pipeline
oe Taylor, left, of Curve Lake, Ont., who is half Mohawk and half Ojibwa, holds a Mohawk flag during a rally held to show opposition to the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline in Vancouver, B.C., on Tuesday June 17, 2014.
Power rerouted to trouble spots at Saskatoon hospital; surgeries to resume
August 8, 2002, Lorna Bratvold of the University of Saskatchewan's Royal University Hospital holds an endoscope in the surgical area of the hospital.
A mentorship program to links stars with aspiring musicians
Montreal DJ and producer Lunice Fermin Pierre performs at the Red Bull Base Camp in Montreal, where he participated this year as a mentor.
Transcript: What makes a company ‘sustainable’?
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Three top stock picks from OtterWood’s Christine Hughes
Use your corporate culture to hire for the right fit
David Au-Yeung is the co-founder and managing director of engineering for Wishabi Inc., a creator of digital interactive ads for retail clients.
Canada set for tough test against Germany in women’s soccer friendly
Canada defender Kadeisha Buchanan celebrates her goal with teammates during the first half of play against the United States at Investors Group Field.
B.C. court ruling orders Google to block sites worldwide
In this June 5, 2014 photo, a man walks past a Google sign at the company's headquarters in Mountain View, Calif.
Enbridge plots next steps after Northern Gateway gets federal nod
A protester holds up a "Stop Harper" sign while marching with others during a rally held to show opposition to the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline in Vancouver, on Tuesday June 17, 2014. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Lavertu gets guidance from Jones on Calgary Stampeders' offensive line
Booming real estate market helps Toronto post $168-million surplus for 2013
A home for sale in the west end of Toronto is photographed Sunday, April 6, 2014.
Wind defends Ottawa’s wireless policy
The Wind Mobile store located at 499 Bloor St. West is photographed Feb. 12 2014.
The Kurds are now Iraq’s best hope
Members of the Kurdish security forces look at a wreckage of vehicle belonging to an Iraqi security forces in the outskirts of Kirkuk June 16, 2014. Iraq's Kurds have established control over the northern city of Kirkuk and its oil reserves and effectively achieved their "dream of a greater Kurdistan", the chairman of Iraq's oil and gas committee said on Tuesday. Picture taken June 16, 2014. REUTERS/ Ako Rasheed (IRAQ - Tags: POLITICS MILITARY CIVIL UNREST CONFLICT)
Vancouver mayors are right to want to price the roads
Cars and trucks make their way over the Port Mann Bridge in the early morning fog January 19, 2009. The bridge is experiencing more then normal traffic volumes because of the closure of the Pattullo Bridge due to a fire on the weekend. John Lehmann/Globe and Mail
Alberta lauds federal Northern Gateway approval as good first step
Former PQ cabinet minister Robert Burns was a key sovereignty player
Retired judge Robert Burns poses for a photograph at the launch of 'Simonne Monet Chartrand et Michel.’ A former labour lawyer, Mr. Burns left politics with a measure of bitterness.
Paris Jackson heads to Ottawa with something to prove
B.C. Lions' wide receiver Paris Jackson makes a reception during football practice in Surrey, B.C., on Tuesday November 15, 2011.
Enbridge's Northern Gateway needs much more than this rubber stamp
David Parkinson
Flash Boys’ Mr. Katsuyama goes to Washington
The cover of Flash Boys, by Michael Lewis, examines the impact of high-frequency trading.
Canadian government approves Enbridge's controversial Northern Gateway pipeline
Douglas Channel, the proposed shipping route for oil tanker ships in the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project, is pictured in an aerial view just south of Kitimat, B.C., on Tuesday January 10, 2012.
Food meets theatre in a delicious time warp at Luminato's The Lost Train
People dine in a reconstructed train car in the basement of a suburban home that is part of Luminato Festival's The Lost Train.
World Cup daily briefing: June 18
A Spain soccer fan reacts in frustration as she watches the live broadcast of the World Cup match between Spain and the Netherlands inside the FIFA Fan Fest area on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Friday, June 13, 2014. The Netherlands thrashed Spain 5-1 Friday. It was a humiliating defeat for the defending World Cup champions.
Canada set for tough test against Germany in women's soccer friendly
No penalties levied despite ‘troubling’ report on B.C. institution’s salaries
The Surrey, B.C., campus of Kwantlen Polytechnic University.
B.C, First Nation reach deal for land sale in heart of expected LNG growth
Medicine Hat could see repeat of 2013 flood as rain pounds southern Alberta
The close: TSX gains despite falling commodities
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange June 6, 2014.
Charts point to bright times ahead for Kinder Morgan
Ships are moored in the Strait of Georgia off of Vancouver. The National Energy Board has come under fire for restricting the number of people permitted to participate in the review process for the proposed Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project in British Columbia.
Woman driving Ford’s SUV not in court for first appearance
Ivan Joseph Fournier, a licensed paralegal out of Hamilton, appeared in court on behalf of Ms. McRobb’s lawyer, Michael Rombis, in her stead. The accused was not required to attend court today, Mr. Fournier said.
Blue Jays recall Kawasaki, demote Delabar
Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Steve Delabar throws against the Seattle Mariners during the sixth inning of their American League game at Safeco Field in Seattle, July 31, 2012.
Q&A: Chaka Khan is nurturing the beautiful monster
In this photograph taken by AP Images for AIDS Healthcare Foundation, pop icon Chaka Kahn headlines the 2013 Florida AIDS Walk & Music Festival on the beach in Fort Lauderdale, FL on Sunday, March 24th, 2013.
Philanthropist Michael Audain reveals himself as record-setting buyer of Emily Carr piece
British Columbia arts philanthropist Michael Audain poses for a photograph before announcing a $5-million gift to the Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver, B.C., on Thursday March 7, 2013.
Man gets 11 years for failing to disclose HIV status to sex partners
Royal Canadian Legion to include RCMP, peace officers as veterans
Edmonton-based soldier killed in motorcyle accident in Alberta
Sgt. Ginette Gauthier is shown in a family handout photo. Sgt. Gauthier, a soldier from Edmonton-based 1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group, has been killed in a motorcyle accident near Medicine Lake in west-central Alberta. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO
In Pictures: 2015 Alfa Romeo 4C coupe
Chrysler announces Alfa Romeo pricing
2015 Alfa Romeo 4C coupe
A Torontonian's journey to the heart of Italian politics
Francesca La Marca says of her experience in Rome’s Palazzo Montecitorio: ‘There’s always drama and controversy – but that’s Italy for you.’
Honey Semifreddo with Berries
Semifreddo is known for its rich, creamy taste, topped with strawberries, blueberries and honey it is delicious.
Businessman gives $100M to U of C faculty of medicine; will be named after him
Canadian cross-country skier Daria Gaiazova retires at age 30
B.C. milk board to destroy milk from farm accused of cattle abuse
Dairy cows are pictured at the Kooyman family dairy farm in Chilliwack, B.C., Tuesday, June, 10, 2014. The B.C. Milk Marketing Board says it will destroy milk from a farm where staff were captured on video allegedly beating cattle.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
B.C. man gets lengthy jail sentence for keeping HIV status from sex partners
Rum: A potent way to preserve summer fruits
Rumtopf - Strawberries soaking in alcohol.
Cocktails: The slushie goes from crass to classy
Slushies are tricky, since a many people assume a they’re not reputable cocktails.
Toronto police officer to stand trial on murder charge in death of Sammy Yatim
Constable James Forcillo, centre, flanked by his wife Irina Forcillo and lawyer Lawrence Gridin, leave court Tuesday.
Two Manitoba legislature members leaving, one will try to run federally
Inflation as opportunity: Nine stocks for a volatile environment
The euro and benchmark German bond yields slid to three-week lows on Friday as a surprise fall in Spanish inflation bolstered investors’ bets the European Central Bank will ease policy next week.
More Canadians chasing fewer job vacancies, Statscan finds
David Parkinson
Dozens of children taken to hospital after carbon monoxide leak at Quebec daycare
Les petits Explorateurs daycare.
The double standards of Canada’s tobacco control
Federal legislation banning cigarillos from being marketed to teens is ineffective because of a loophole manufacturers use to get around the rules.
The treasure at the bottom of the stairs
A timeline of major events in the Northern Gateway application process
The Haisla First Nation's Kitimaat Village is seen in an aerial view along the Douglas Channel near Kitimat, B.C., on January 10, 2012. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Some facts about the proposed Northern Gateway pipeline project
The technical analysis and requirements for B.C. to consider support for heavy oil pipelines is seen as British Columbia Minister of Environment Terry Lake speaks about the Northern Gateway Project during a news conference in Vancouver, July, 23, 2012. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
Raising beef on apples and herbs results in subtle sweetness and grassy richness
Small-scale beef producers are feeding fruits and veggies to their cattle, instead of a diet of 90 per cent grain.
Yellowknife man who blew up Giant Mine, killing nine people, gets day parole
Now Trending: Jason Segel reveals he made his mother cry with full-frontal nudity scene
Jason Segel is photographed at the Windsor Arms Hotel in Toronto, Oct. 25, 2011.
CNRL weighing its own PrairieSky-like spinoff
Facilities at Canadian Natural Resources Limited's (CNRL) Primrose Lake oil sands project is seen near Cold Lake, Alberta August 8, 2013.
Background: The Northern Gateway pipeline review process
A view of Douglas Channel near Kitimat, B.C. About 200 tankers a year would sail up the sound to access oil from the Northern Gateway pipeline.
Nice hat! Eye-popping toppers at Ascot
Ester Dohnalova shows off her hat on the first day of the Royal Ascot horse race in Ascot, England.
The ABCs of IS: What you need to know about the Islamic State
An image posted on a militant website on June 14, 2014, appears to show militants from the al-Qaeda-inspired Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant taking aim at captured Iraqi soldiers wearing plain clothes after taking over a base in Tikrit, Iraq.
Man found guilty in Canada Day crash that killed 13-year-old Alberta boy
Despite federal approval, Northern Gateway faces legal and political hurdles
Boats sit in a harbour in Kitimat, B.C., Tuesday, June, 17, 2014. The federal government is expected to announce later Tuesday their decision on whether the Northern Gateway pipeline will be allowed to go ahead. The pipeline, once built, would bring oil from Alberta to Kitimat on the British Columbia coast to be loaded on tankers and shipped around the world. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
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