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Alex Steen, Brian Elliott lead Blues as Flames fall out of playoff spot
Body of Alexander Fraser, missing since Dec. 26, found in Niagara Falls
Lotto numbers played for 30 years pay off big for Saskatchewan woman
Jays get to Sabathia early in spring training win over Yankees
Toronto Blue Jays Jose Reyes (7) slides into third on a third-inning triple off New York Yankees relief pitcher Dellin Betances in an exhibition baseball game against the New York Yankees in Tampa, Fla., Tuesday, March 17, 2015.
Jets overtake Kings for final playoff spot in West with win over Sharks
Winnipeg Jets' Andrew Ladd (16) celebrates after scoring on San Jose Sharks' goaltender Antti Niemi (31) as Ben Smith (21) looks on during first period NHL hockey action in Winnipeg, Tuesday, March 17, 2015.
Vancouver unveils Pat Quinn Way to honour hockey icon and former Canucks coach
Blake Wheeler's three points leads Jets in 5-2 victory over Sharks
Winnipeg Jets' Blake Wheeler (26) knocks a puck out of the air to beat San Jose Sharks' goaltender Alex Stalock (32) during third period NHL hockey action in Winnipeg, Tuesday, March 17, 2015. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Trevor Hagan
Subban nets winner as Habs hang on to beat Panthers
Montreal Canadiens' Brandon Prust (8) hugs goalie Dustin Tokarski, left, after an NHL game against the Florida Panthers, Tuesday, March 17, 2015, in Sunrise, Fla. The Canadiens defeated the Panthers 3-2.
Hammond stellar once again in Senators’ OT win over Hurricanes
Madoff trustee asks Supreme Court to reverse appeals ruling, saying $4B in payouts jeopardized
British rocker Andy Fraser, bassist for Free and co-composer of 'All Right Now,' dead at 62
Union wants better pollution control at Kitimat smelter
An interactive model showing the proposed liquified natural gas liquification plant and marine terminal at the LNG Canada offices in Kitimat, B.C., June 26, 2014. The town of Kitimat is in the lower right, Rio Tinto Alcan smelter is the above the LNG plant.
Reports of NSA spying on Canadian companies fuel calls for more transparency
The National Security Administration (NSA) campus in Fort Meade, Maryland. The Globe and Mail reported on Tuesday that a leaked NSA document from 2012 includes Royal Bank of Canada and Rogers Communications Inc. on a list of global firms whose private communication networks the U.S. agency appeared to be interested in mapping.
TED Prize winner to use award to expand oral history project globally
TED Prize winner Dave Isay founded StoryCorps, which collects stories from everyday Americans for the Library of Congress.
'Fashion Police' on break, changing into something new for fall after Osbourne, Griffin exits
Ottawa man helps document Vanuatu devastation
A woman carrying her baby walks past fallen trees in Tanna March 18, 2015.
Hampton earns right to play Kentucky after First Four win over Manhattan
Charles Wilson-Fisher #31 of the Hampton Pirates takes a shot against the Manhattan Jaspers during the first round of the 2015 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at UD Arena on March 17, 2015 in Dayton, Ohio.
B.C. doctors say more help needed in Vanuatu after Cyclone Pam
Victoria, B.C. doctor Jeff Unger treats a patient at Lenakel Hospital in Tanna, Vanuatu. Unger is part of a volunteer project that for the last 24 years have been helping staff the lone hospital on the Vanuatu island of Tanna, which was reportedly the hardest hit in the cyclone.
Canada ratifies controversial cluster bomb convention
This photo provided by Human Rights Watch shows what the group claims to be the remnant base section of a cluster bomb purportedly found in Misrata, Libya, Friday April 15, 2011.
Canada and Israel in a deep, committed relationship
Canada's Prime Minister Stephen Harper (R) walks down the Hall of Honour with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Parliament Hill in Ottawa March 2, 2012.
The off-season mercifully approaches, but who should the Leafs keep?
More and more, it appears the Leafs will have to move out the majority of their core players to erase the stink of this season.
B.C. Transport Minister rules out TransLink reform
Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Todd Stone speaks to the Vancouver Board of Trade March 17, 2015 as he announces B.C. on the Move, the Province's new 10-year transportation plan.
Japan's trade deficit narrows as lower oil prices reduce import costs, export volume weakens
FILE - In this Feb. 19, 2015 file photo, a cargo is loaded to a truck at a container terminal in Tokyo. Japan's trade deficit narrowed in February, thanks to a plunge in import costs due to lower crude oil prices. It was the 32nd straight month of deficits. The Finance Ministry said Wednesday, March 18, 2015 that the trade deficit fell 47 percent from a year earlier to 424.6 billion yen ($3.5 billion) last month, compared with a gap of 1.18 trillion yen in January. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, File)
Vancouver house prices break down Main Street’s dividing line
Pedestrians walk past a townhome for sale in east Vancouver, B.C., on Tuesday February 3, 2015.
Opposition push Prentice to turn over bribery probe to police
“Troubling allegations have been made against Naresh Bhardwaj,” Premier Jim Prentice said in a statement at the time. “While these allegations remain unproven, they must be treated seriously.”
Struggling Serena Williams through to Indian Wells quarterfinals
Serena Williams during her match against Zarina Diyas at the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells Tennis Garden.
Giant ice chunks hitting bridge prompts Moose Jaw police to shut down access
Ice chunks are seen near a bridge on 7th Ave. SW in Moose Jaw, Sask. in this undated handout photo. Moose Jaw police closed the 7th Avenue bridge Tuesday afternoon to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic due to large chunks of ice that are damaging the structure. THE CANADIAN PRESS/ HO, Moose Jaw Police
Metrolinx hopes GO Train bridge plan will win over Toronto residents
Metrolinx wants to convince Toronto's Junction residents that a Barrie GO crossing in Davenport would be better if it was routed over a bridge instead of using a tunnel.
Court ruling could send private marijuana grow-ops up in smoke
Stock photo of medical marijuana crop
US citizen charged in Sydney with bribery over Australian bank contract with US tech company
OPP arrange to question Wynne over Sudbury bribery scandal
Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne said she had finally scheduled a meeting with police, more than a month after confirming investigators had asked for one
Surgeon, innovator Cy Frank wore many hats
Cy Frank . credit: Alberta Innovates Health Solutions.
Critical shift at Joe Fresh aims at struggling global growth
Joe Fresh creative director Joe Mimran greets the crowd after his collection on the runway during Toronto Fashion Week in Toronto on March. 19, 2014. Mimran, who is stepping down this week, hand-picked his successor.
Morris in his wheelhouse as Canada's third for world curling championship
Three top ETF picks from BBSL’s John DeGoey
Twists, turns mark bizarre life of Robert Durst, real estate heir linked to mysterious deaths
Medical marijuana and independent brokers: a beautiful friendship?
Buds are removed from a container at the "Oregon's Finest" medical marijuana dispensary in Portland, Oregonin this April 8, 2014 file photo.
Why TD and BMO mortgage rate cuts are late in coming
Amid the fears of excess housing market exuberance reignited by Tuesday’s mortgage rate cuts by the Bank of Montreal and Toronto-Dominion Bank, one question isn’t being asked: Are mortgage rates actually too high?
Unifor shopcraft workers approve four-year contract with Canadian National
Documentary about fall and rise of Tower Records debuts at South by Southwest festival
FILE - In this Feb. 9, 2004 file photo, a pedestrian walks through the parking lot of Tower Records in Los Angeles. "All Things Must Pass," a documentary by Colin Hanks about Tower Records, the retail store that dominated for decades before filing for bankruptcy in 2006, earned at standing ovation at the South by Southwest festival on Tuesday, March 17, 2015. (AP Photo/Ric Francis, File)
Union alleges Kitimat smelter emissions turn residents into 'guinea pigs'
Infographic: ETFs and the global water supply
A sign indicating that recycled water is used to water plants is seen in Burbank, Los Angeles, California March 19, 2015. Large regions of major countries – such as the United States – are in drought or have questionable long-term access to a water supply. And entire countries, such as China, have a severe shortage of water.
Bombardier C Series gains ground in Southeast Asia
Bombardier’s conditional deal with Malaysian start-up Flymojo could be worth as much as $2.94-billion (U.S.)
Pacific Future Energy proposes B.C. refinery for Alberta bitumen
Pacific Future Energy wants to build a refinery near Prince Rupert, which project backers say is a better export location than Kitimat, where Northern Gateway would pipe in heavy crude.
Home builders with a solid foundation
Moody’s looks at banks differently – but not ours
The corner of Bay Street and Adelaide streets in the heart of Toronto’s financial district.
Business Highlights
Athabasca Oil names new CEO following refocusing efforts
Athabasca is concentrating on its light oil assets in the Duvernay region of Alberta and an early-stage oil sands development known as Hangingstone.
Probe into Google’s Canadian search ad market practices set to conclude
Competition Bureau could announce as early as Wednesday its findings into allegations that the search giant’s business practices are restrictive and anti-competitive
Madoff trustee asks Supreme Court to appeals court ruling, says $4B in payouts jeopardized
NDP leader says politicians should not be deciding limits to religious freedom
Another storm hits Atlantic Canada as councillor calls for citizen shovellers
Why we may not want many new homeowners
Ian McGugan
TD, BMO unveil new mobile banking features, courting tech-savvy clients
Doug Peacock demonstrates the new ATM mobile banking feature BMO Harris Bank is newly releasing to the public Friday, March 13, 2015, in Milwaukee.
Durst murder case raises ethical question: When should media go to the police?
Robert Durst is transported from Orleans Parish Criminal District Court to the Orleans Parish Prison after his arraignment in New Orleans, Tuesday, March 17, 2015. Durst was rebooked on charges of being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm, and possession of a weapon with a controlled dangerous substance, a small amount of marijuana. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Cher commits to helping Virginia woman, 96, return home, inspired by her late-blooming romance
FILE - In this Aug. 5, 2014 file photo, 96-year-old Edith Hill and 95-year-old Eddie Harrison pose for a photo in their home in Annandale, Va. A judge said Hill, whose late-life marriage to her 95-year-old beau Harrison which was widely publicized, should be returned to her longtime northern Virginia home after the musician Cher promised to pay to fix it up. In a court deposition, Cher said she was inspired last year by a news story about Hill and her newlywed husband, Harrison. Harrison died in December, less than a year after the wedding, but a custody dispute continued over who should care for Hill.(AP Photo/Matthew Barakat, File)
Kraft recalls 242,000 cases of macaroni and cheese, says boxes may contain metal pieces
Privacy: Questions Ottawa shouldn’t get to ask
Arthur Porter is taken is into custody in a photo from the Panama Police twitter feed. Porter, the former head of Canada's spy-agency watchdog, who received prestigious appointments from different levels of government and was nearly honoured with a street in his name, has been arrested abroad on fraud charges.THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Panama Police
For U.S. investors, the Canadian oil patch still looks attractive
An oil pump jack pumps oil in a field near Calgary, Alberta, July 21, 2014. For at least one U.S.-based investor, there couldn’t be a better time to take a hard look at the energy sector, especially well-run companies that are still managing to make decent money while oil and gas prices sputter.
François Legault puts out the unwelcome mat
Quebec Second Opposition Leader Francois Legault questions the government over imigrants, during question period Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at the legislature in Quebec City. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jacques Boissinot
NDP says Saskatchewan seniors care homes understaffed; poor care for residents
Prentice has duty to call in police on nomination bribery allegations: NDP
Calgary police looking for tips on assault of woman riding a bicycle
Five (easy) ways to prepare for rising interest rates
John Heinzl
Dean of University of New Brunswick law school resigns, to return to Florida
Infographic: The financial advice business in balance
Balanced mutual funds mix stocks and bonds and can, in some cases, serve as diversified portfolios unto themselves.
Some advisers behaving badly with CRM2 on the horizon
Dan Hallett
Canadian Natural Resources slapped with $125,000 penalty for 2010 oil spill
Puerto Rico government sells $246 million in bond anticipation notes to help refinance debt
Driverless cars could be in market within five years: Google director at TED
A row of Google’s self-driving cars on the roads in Mountain View, Calif., on May 14, 2014.
Small plane with 3 aboard reported to have crashed in northern Georgian Bay
Ski coach facing sex charges will find out Friday if he gets bail
Bertrand Charest, who faces a total of 56 charges involving 11 young females, is seen on a court drawing during a bail hearing, Monday, March 16, 2015 in St-Jerome, Que. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Mike McLaughlin
Pelosi: House Democrats have major concerns about Obama's Pacific trade plan, but door is open
FILE - In this March 3, 2015, file photo, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi of Calif., speaks on Capitol Hill in Washington. President Barack Obama’s bid for a new trade deal didn’t get easier March 17 when Pelosi said her caucus embraces a dozen demands that may be tough to meet. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File)
How the Dow Jones industrial average and other major indexes fared on Tuesday
The best images from around the world for March 17
Nevada bill would let pets use pot; proposal calls for medical marijuana cards for animals
In this May 30, 2013, file photo, Companion Cannabis, by Holistic Therapeutics, a Marijuana medicinal tincture for dogs and cats is displayed at La Brea Compassionate Caregivers, a medical marijuana dispensary in Los Angeles. Pets might soon be able to use pot under a bill introduced Tuesday, March 17, 2015, in the Nevada Legislature. Democratic Sen. Tick Segerblom is sponsoring the measure that would allow animal owners to get marijuana for their pet if a veterinarian certifies the animal has an illness that might be alleviated by the drug. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes, File)
B.C. announces 10-year transportation plan to maintain, replace infrastructure
Federal debt limit returns at $18.1 trillion with Treasury making moves to stay under cap
Most actively traded companies on the TSX
Images from Tuesday's Champions League matches
Members of the band U2 are seen in the ahead of the Champions League round of 16 second leg match where AS Monaco plays Arsenal at the Louis II Stadium in Monaco.
Amex takes inspiration from Silicon Valley for new Canadian head office
Each floor at the new Amex headquarters in Toronto features a “pantry” or kitchen space in addition to the main dining area, which provides subsidized healthy meals, a Tim Hortons kiosk and seating for up to 200 people.
Transcript: Successful teams need two things. One is trust
AP CEO: News co-operative to bolster coverage, offer better rates for longer-term commitments
Gary Pruitt, CEO and president of The Associated Press, speaks to the Newspaper Association of America, Tuesday, March 17, 2015, in Nashville, Tenn. Pruitt said the AP has taken steps to beef up its staff, increase the number of stories it puts out on the wire and improve its news coverage as well as invest more in video, a burgeoning need in a digital world. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
The close: TSX rises as energy stocks turn higher
A sign board displaying Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) stock information is seen in Toronto June 23, 2014.
2 dead in apparent murder-suicide at vineyard in Napa County following business dispute
A member of Napa law enforcement places markers in a vineyard at a winery, while investigating a crime scene, south of Yountville, Calif., Monday, March 16, 2015. Two men are dead after an apparent murder-suicide in a Napa County vineyard following a bitter business dispute. (AP Photo/The Press Democrat, Christopher Chung)
Man and woman face multiple charges after bust at Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. border
Bipartisan House leaders working on $213B plan to fix doctors' Medicare payments
Henrik Lundqvist cleared to return to practice following neck injury
New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist makes a save against the Florida Panthers during the first period at Madison Square Garden.
Crown stays sex charges against Edmonton-area teacher
U.S. plans satellite-launch contest as Russian engines dropped
An Atlas V rocket is shown in this NASA handout.
Some working women discuss what income-splitting means to them
Edmonton woman accused of harassment, online threats arrested in Germany
Dividend growth now in question at Canadian retailer
North West chief executive Edward Kennedy said the company will consider raising the dividend as the year progresses, depending on results across its operations.
As Joe Mimran steps down from Joe Fresh, a look at 5 noteworthy moments for label
Model Crystal Renn walks the runway during the Joe Fresh Style show during Toronto Fashion Week on Wednesday, March 31, 2010. As Joe Mimran steps away from the namesake brand, a look back at the five noteworthy moments in the life of the affordable apparel brand. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
Belhassen Trabelsi denied refugee status over links to U.K. bribe case
Belhassen Trabelsi sits outside the Immigration and Refugee Board offices, Tuesday, May 7, 2013, in Montreal.
Warriors guard Klay Thompson out with sprained right ankle
Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson, left, dribbles past New York Knicks forward Lance Thomas.
Catch up: Mortgage rates go even lower and other stories you may have missed today
A real estate sign sits on the front lawn of a home in Toronto in this file photo.
Musk says Tesla will lead when autonomous cars taken for granted
Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks at his company's factory in Fremont, California, June 22, 2012, as the car company began delivering its Model S electric sedan.
US stock indexes close lower, as does the price of crude oil; Weight Watchers slides
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