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Raiders, Chargers, Rams kicking off in LA? It's a Sunday that will never come, experts say
FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 16, 2014 file photo,The Oakland Raiders and San Diego Chargers face off against each other during the second half of an NFL football game in San Diego. The Oakland Raiders and San Diego Chargers are planning a shared stadium in the Los Angeles area if both teams fail to get new stadium deals in their current hometowns. The teams announced plans for the $1.7 billion stadium in Carson in a joint statement Thursday night, Feb. 19, 2015. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy, File)
Harper sees no need for more oversight of national-security agencies
Prime Minister Stephen Harper makes an announcement regarding tax cuts for LNG projects at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Surrey, B.C., on Thursday February 19, 2015.
Dragic, Carter-Williams headline wild day of NBA trades
Brooklyn Nets power forward Kevin Garnett (2) pulls down a rebound against the Detroit Pistons during the first half of the preseason game at Barclays Center.
Probe of Abbotsford police officers could put over 40 cases in jeopardy
Abbotsford Police Department cars are pictured at the APD headquarters in Abbotsford, British Columbia on February 19, 2015.
Panthers complete comeback to beat Habs in shootout
Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price and Florida Panthers' Dave Bolland watch the puck go into the net on a goal by Panther's Tomas Fleischmann during second period NHL hockey action Thursday, February 19, 2015 in Montreal.
Kenney hints at possible Iraq mission extension, duration ‘not yet decided’
Defence Minister Jason Kenney makes his way to a bilateral meeting with Admiral William Gortney, NORAD and U.S. Northern Command, after speaking at the Conference of Defence Associations Institute on security and defence at the Chateau Laurier in Ottawa on Thursday.
Gwyneth Paltrow keeps it quick, Scarlett Johansson warm and playful at Oscar rehearsals
Actress Scarlett Johansson, right, is seen during rehearsals for the 87th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015. The Academy Awards will be held at the Dolby Theatre on Sunday, Feb. 22. (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP)
Toronto FC expands analytics department, looks to invest in research
Toronto FC general manager Tim Bezbatchenko
Modi’s condemnation of religious violence should be welcomed by all
Iain Marlow
Another lawyer quits case of man accused of uttering threats and murder
Toronto’s police chief will be in charge of Pan Am security, Blair asserts
Toronto Chief of Police Bill Blair sits down with the Globe and Mail to talk about the past year and Toronto policing during an interview at police headquarters on Dec 30 2014.
Saskatchewan village had working fire truck, but no crew to use it
A Saskatchewan First Nation is mourning the loss of two young children in a house fire and trying to figure out why no fire trucks responded to the blaze. The remains of the Loon Lake, Sask. home are seen Tuesday, February 17, 2015 after the overnight fire.
Henrik Sedin scores twice as Canucks beat Rangers in shootout
Vancouver Canucks center Bo Horvat (53) scores a goal past New York Rangers goalie Cam Talbot (33) during the second period at Madison Square Garden.
Backstrom and Ovechkin lead Capitals in pasting of Jets
Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin right, of Russia, celebrates his goal next to Winnipeg Jets right wing Chris Thorburn during the first period of an NHL game, Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015, in Washington.
TDSB reforms fail to meet minister’s demands regarding schools, Quan
Donna Quan of the Toronto District School Board meets in Toronto, Ontario, Wednesday, January 28, 2015.
Religious tension in Quebec resurfaces over mayoral interference
Haroun Bouazzi, head of the Association des musulmans et des arabes pour la laicité, feels the current level of resentment towards Quebec’s Muslims is bordering on unimaginable.
Strong support for anti-terror legislation in Quebec: poll
Aircraft Technicians from Air Task Force-Iraq (ATF-I) perform maintenance and servicing of CF-18 Hornets between missions in Kuwait, during Operation Impact 22 November, 2014.
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SNC-Lavalin faces rare corporate fraud and bribery charges
The head office of SNC Lavalin are seen Thursday, February 19, 2015 in Montreal. The RCMP has laid fraud and corruption charges against Montreal-based engineering firm SNC-Lavalin and two of its subsidiaries.
Cut costs or face ‘death spiral,’ CNRL warns oil sands
Steve Laut in Calgary, Alberta, in this May 5, 2011, file photo.
Wiggins’ counterpart, Xavier Rathan-Mayes seeks basketball redemption
Florida State guard Xavier Rathan-Mayes (22) shoots a go ahead jumper over Georgia Tech center Demarco Cox (4) during the final moments of the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 14, 2015, in Atlanta. Florida State won 57-53.
Harper, Bill Gates to meet to discuss maternal and child health
Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates (L) shakes hands with Canada's Prime Minister Stephen Harper during a news conference on Parliament Hill in Ottawa February 20, 2007. Mr. Gates will visit Ottawa next week to discuss further collaboration on maternal and child health.
Shoalts: Leafs rebuild needs to start with Marlies, developing players
Forward Sam Carrick is one of a small group of Marlies players who have spent time with the Maple Leafs this season.
Alberta Premier Prentice says nothing decided on charging health premiums
Alberta Premier Jim Prentice speaks during a news conference as Finance Minister Robin Campbell, left, looks on in Edmonton on Wednesday Feb. 11, 2015.
Calls for B.C. Mines Minister to recuse himself from hunting files
Liberal MLA Bill Bennett is seen in this file photo from 2013.
Thank Canada for legendary game in 1980 Winter Olympics
Canada's Jim Nill, left, and Ron Davidson embrace after the first Canadian goal in the game against the Soviet Union Feb. 20, 1980, at the Lake Placid Olympic Games. Sunday marks the 35th anniversary of the U.S. beating the Soviet Union in the "Miracle On Ice." Friday marks 35 years since Canada almost pulled off a similar miracle.
Blue Jays get chilly reception as spring training begins
Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons watches intently from his seat in the dugout during the Baltimore Orioles four run second inning of their MLB American League baseball game in Baltimore, Maryland April 23, 2013.
Fair trial in question for Ottawa man linked to 2007 triple homicide
The spotlight on Ian Bush intensified after a number of media outlets reported that the quiet family man and father of three was also being investigated in connection with a triple homicide in 2007 that had stumped police.
How a beer fridge stunt sparked a surprise boost in Molson Canadian sales
Yes-vote coalition pushes benefits of B.C. transit in decades ahead
TransLink interim CEO Doug Allen speaks to media after board chair Marcella Szel announced the resignation of current CEO Ian Jarvis during a press conference in New Westminster, British Columbia on February 10, 2015. Marcella announced that Doug Allen will replace Ian Jarvis on a interim basis.
In photos: Chinese celebrate Year of the Sheep
University of Alberta professor announces breakthrough on liver disease
Essence luncheon honours 'Orange' cast, Regina King, others as Winfrey, Nyong'o look on
Common arrives at the 8th Annual Essence Black Women In Hollywood Luncheon held at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015, in Beverly Hills, Calif. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP)
Former Merck financial analyst pleads guilty to insider trading charges
With strong stance in East, Raptors stand pat at deadline
B.C. Health Minister mum on report of fracking health effects
An example of an Encana fracking operation in Colorado in March 2013.
Breaking traditions on the frenzied road to the Oscars
Simon Houpt
Ontario suspends Everest College operations over financial concerns
After Everest College was suspended Thursday, Reza Moridi, Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities, said in a statement that the ministry’s primary concern was Everest College’s students and faculty.
New Media buys Stephens Media chain, including Las Vegas Review-Journal
Ottawa grants tax breaks for LNG sector in B.C.
Prime Minister Stephen Harper makes an announcement regarding tax cuts for LNG projects at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Surrey, B.C., on Thursday February 19, 2015.
From news to politics, Simma Holt leaves behind an empowering legacy
Pierre Trudeau with Simma Holt in 1974.
FDA opens door to direct-to-consumer genetic tests for rare inheritable disease
Beer, Cider and Fridges
Seven dividend-paying telecom stocks for the defensive investor
AT&T tops our list with the highest dividend yield at 5.4 per cent and the lowest forward P/E ratio at 13.3.
Manufacturer of medical tool tied to 'superbug' outbreak also faces federal scrutiny
Parmalat plant in Marieville, Que., to close; production moving to Victoriaville
The Libyan irrigation project
Penn West Petroleum's challenges are likely far from over
David Milstead
Pop-up restaurant impresario Ludo Lefebrve talks about technology's impact on the movement
European stocks beckon amid market volatility over Greece
Many good Italian companies are available at inexpensive prices, including the country’s biggest retail bank, Intesa Sanpaolo.
Invoice switched, Target supplier stuck with $232,328 claim
Suppliers suggest in court filings they shipped inordinately large amounts of goods to Target in the 30 days before the filing.
The Greek economy
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Federal inmates sue federal government over lack of rehabilitation programs
Lenovo sold laptops with an advertising program that experts say exposed users to hackers
West Fraser Timber Q4 profit falls to $43M; revenue rises to $964M
Bombardier’s $750-million share offering sells quickly
Britain's Prime Minister David Cameron rides a new London underground train with Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne looks on during a visit to Bombardier Transportation in Derby, February 12, 2015.
Three top stock picks from Padlock's Don Lato
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Former income trust Exchange Income strikes deal with taxman
The Canada Revenue Agency headquarters in Ottawa is shown on November 4, 2011.
OSC introduces new provisions for exempt market
The Ontario Securities Commission said its proposed new crowd-funding rule, which would allow companies to raise capital from the public through crowd-funding web sites, is still under review, along with another change allowing companies to raise funds by issuing a streamlined document known as an offering memorandum.
'Very damaging' fraud charges: What's next for SNC-Lavalin?
Robert Card, Chief Executive Officer of SNC- Lavalin Group Inc., is photographed in Toronto, Ontario Tuesday, November 5, 2013.
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Court-appointed negotiator: Argentina won't answer calls to resume debt settlement talks
June Fairchild, 1970s actress whose career was derailed by addiction, dies at 68
Nothing decided on charging health premiums: Alberta premier
Harper announces tax breaks for LNG industry in B.C. to spur job growth
SNC-Lavalin, bribery charges – and the risk of overreaching sanctions
Diane Finley speaks during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
Enbridge swings to $88M profit in Q4, reversing bit year-earlier loss
Avro Arrow program is cancelled
Bill would allow Quebec cement project to bypass environmental hearings
Quebec's National Assembly building is seen in this file photo.
SNC-Lavalin calls for U.S.-style settlements amid corruption charges
Robert G. Card, president and chief executive officer of SNC-Lavalin, gestures during a news conference following their annual general meeting in Montreal, May 8, 2014. SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. not only vowed to defend itself against the fraud and corruption charges levelled against the company on Thursday, it took a swipe at Canadian prosecutors for refusing to enter into a controversial type of settlement deal common in the United States.
More questions about the anti-terrorism bill, please
Prime Minister Stephen Harper takes part in a roundtable discussion with law enforcement officials regarding issues related to national security on evolving threats of terrorism and extremism, in Aurora, Ont., on Thursday, January 29, 2015. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
Nordstrom profit trails estimates as shoppers seek off-price deals
People walk past the Nordstrom Rack store, in New York's Union Square, May 21, 2010.
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Government bill would allow McInnis Cement to bypass environmental hearings
Student Transportation jumps on bought deal bandwagon
Seven year old Darcy McCain is helped onto a school bus by his mother Mary as he prepares for the first day back after the summer holidays on Tuesday September 3, 2013.
A digital home for abused women: How a new Canadian website aims to offer personalized support
Resurrection: Joe Brennan creates an inspired home in a former church
Enbridge posts fourth-quarter profit, escaping oil slump
Enbridge President and CEO Al Monaco speaks to reporters in Calgary, on May 7, 2014. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Mike Ridewood
Sanofi hires Bayer HealthCare Chairman and CEO Olivier Brandicourt as its next CEO
Business oddities: A call out for penguin-dodging postal worker
Saskatchewan reserve where 2 children died in house fire had working fire truck
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Eddie Murphy said no to 'Saturday Night Live' sketch mocking Bill Cosby, says Norm Macdonald
In this May 13, 1983 photo released by NBC shows Eddie Murphy as Mr. Robinson during the "Mister Robinson's Neighborhood" sketch on "Saturday Night Live," in New York. The presence of Murphy on the 3 1/2-hour NBC SNL 40th anniversary special was billed as a highlight among the dozens of “SNL” alums and other celebrities who were involved. It was his first return since 1984 to the show where he became the breakout star. (AP Photo/NBC, Al Levine)
Latest Snowden leak: NSA helped British spies hack Dutch company to break into mobile phones
FILE - In this June 6, 2013, file photo, a sign stands outside the National Security Administration (NSA) campus in Fort Meade, Md. Britain's electronic spying agency, in cooperation with the NSA, hacked into the networks of a Dutch company to steal codes that allow both governments to seamlessly eavesdrop on mobile phones worldwide, according to the documents given to journalists by Edward Snowden. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)
Judge terminates deal to sell Atlantic City's ex-Revel casino, the 2nd to fall through
This May 10, 2012, photo shows the Revel Casino Hotel in Atlantic City N.J. On Thursday Feb. 19, 2015, a bankruptcy judge allowed the casino's owners to terminate a deal to sell it to a Florida developer for $95.4 million because the sale deadline has passed. (AP Photo/Wayne Parry)
Police: Man charged in co-worker's stabbing death after prank at meat rendering plant
Arista, Novo Nordisk, Ann, Noodles and Newmont Mining are big market movers
Dow, S&P 500 index edge lower, weighed down by out-of-favour utility stocks
Cigarette maker Reynolds partnering with consultancy to develop anti-smoking products
Timeline: Key dates for SNC-Lavalin
TD Bank's outgoing CEO Ed Clark made $11.4 million in total in fiscal 2014
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From Candy Crush to Tinder, BlackBerry rolls out Amazon app store partnership
Group takes B.C. to court in bid to freeze plans for ski resort town
Ontario should regulate private safety industry after training death: NDP
Former TD CEO Clark awarded 10 per cent pay hike in 2014
Then-president and CEO of TD Bank Ed Clark addresses shareholders at the company's annual general meeting in Calgary, Alberta, April 3, 2014.
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