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Mattis warns NKorea against any attack on US or its allies
Transgender mayor finds 'overwhelming' support in Texas town
Second, smaller spill reported in Saskatchewan by Tundra Energy Marketing Ltd.
Thomas has another big 4th quarter, Celtics beat Raptors
QMJHL Roundup: Boucher's hat trick leads Remparts past Tigres 4-1
Vancouver mayor's ex-chief of staff Mike Magee denies lobbying activity
Mayor Gregor Robertson attends a news conference at city hall in Vancouver, B.C., on Nov. 8, 2016. Mr. Robertson's retired chief of staff Mike Magee says he will not be doing any work at city hall on behalf of developers.
Former Manitoba health minister takes over Winnipeg women's clinic
University of Victoria oceanographer Jay Cullen on Canadian astronaut shortlist
University of Victoria oceanographer Jay Cullen is on the shortlist to become one of Canada's next astronauts.
‘I won’t be scared of praying here’: Quebec City mosque reopens for worship
Three men console each other after making an emotional return to the Centre culturel Islamique de Québec on Thursday. The mosque was closed following last weekend’s shooting attack.
Police search for motive in shooting death of officer
Ex-head of football operations at Baylor sues university
Hereditary tribal chiefs, matriarchs challenge Pacific NorthWest LNG critic
Donald Wesley poses by a truck belonging to another reserve resident in the community of Lax Kw'alaams in northwestern British Columbia.
The Latest: Milo Yiannopoulos' Berkeley talk cancelled
For inmates in Mission, B.C., conjugal visits an important slice of life outside
Secluded spaces, such as this mother-child common room in the annex of the Fraser Valley Institution in Abbotsford, are made available to many inmates for private visits.
Man who had heart attack stuck with big bill for treatment in U.S.
Sen. Schumer battered by both the right and left in new role
1st inmate to get sex reassignment moves to female prison
This Feb. 1, 2017 photo from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation shows inmate Shiloh Heavenly Quine. Officials said Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017, that Quine, 57, the first U.S. inmate to receive state-funded sex-reassignment surgery, has been moved to a women's prison. (California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation via AP)
Alleged gunman in Quebec shooting reportedly visited mosque before the killing
Suarez, Messi lead Barcelona past Atletico Madrid in Copa semi-final
Lionel Messi, centre, is hoisted into the air by celebrating teammates after scoring against Atletico Madrid at Vicente Calderon stadium in Madrid on Wednesday.
Anti-Trump Republican eyes party switch in deep-blue Hawaii
Rep. Beth Fukumoto talks with reporters in her capitol office on Wed., Feb. 1, 2017 in Honolulu. In deep-blue Hawaii, Fukumoto is considering switching parties to become a Democrat after she was pressured to resign her leadership role for criticizing President Donald Trump. (AP Photo/Cathy Bussewitz)
Immigration courts to focus on detainees, not kids' cases
Blues’ GM Armstrong says team has become collection of ‘independent contractors’
Eric Duhatschek
Romania criticized for decriminalizing official misconduct
People demonstrate against controversial decrees to pardon corrupt politicians and decriminalize other offenses in front of the government headquarters in Bucharest, on February 1, 2017.
‘Knees together’ sex-assault retrial raises new concerns about justice system
The verdict in the retrial of Alexander Wagar, who was aquitted of a rape charge, is raising fresh concerns that the justice system is not working for sex-assault victims.
Ryan Miller leads unlikely Canucks playoff push
Ryan Miller makes a pad save against the Arizona Coyotes on Jan. 26. Miller has led an unlikely 9-3-3 run for the Vancouver Canucks.
Clark to boost rural spending to tackle British Columbia’s economic divide
B.C. Premier Christy Clark says her government is prepared to ramp up infrastructure spending in rural communities to address a growing economic divide within the province.
Marathon bombing survivor engaged to man who saved her
In this March 18, 2014, file photo, Boston Marathon bombing survivor Roseann Sdoia walks with her boyfriend, Boston firefighter Mike Materia, after her doctor's appointment in Newton, Mass. Sdoia, who lost her leg in the Boston Marathon bombing, tells The New York Post that she and firefighter Materia got engaged during a trip to Nantucket in December. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
Trudeau ditches electoral reform – and some of his new-politics appeal
Campbell Clark
Windsor Salt’s iconic box design helped make the product a bestseller
AP: Gorsuch case review shows he's no crusader on abortion
Supreme Court Justice nominee Neil Gorsuch, center arrives for a meeting with Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017 in Washington. Former Sen. Kelly Ayotte from New Hampshire walks with Gorsuch at left. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Advocates, lawyers mull court challenge to Canada’s refugee pact with U.S.
Muslim women pray before a protest in lower Manhattan against the polices of President Donald Trump on February 1, 2017 in New York City. Canadian government has faced widespread calls to suspend the Safe Third Country Agreement.
‘National interest’ to guide future troop deployments, Trudeau tells Freeland
Master Corporal Maxime Daneau,left, of the 1st Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment, confirms plans to delay an enemy advance with a Polish and two Latvian soldiers during a multinational anti-tank exercise, in Pabrade, Lithuania on May 14, 2016.
Parole recommended for follower of Charles Manson
H&R Block adds IBM's Watson to its tax team
Ukraine: US will never accept Russia's annexation of Crimea
Forbes ex-publisher charged with terrorizing school bus
Chasing a cow with a drone? Utah bill would put you in jail
After a 50-year career, David Cassidy to retire at year end
Campus support for Muslim students prompts talk about Islamophobia
Messages are placed near a mosque that was the location of a fatal shooting in Quebec City, Quebec on February 1, 2017.
Brazilian prodigy Gabriel Jesus scores, assists in Man City debut
Manchester City's Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus formed a thrilling attacking trio with fellow youngsters Raheem Sterling and Leroy Sane in a 4-0 win over West Ham.
Frail seniors and their money – it’s still their money
Russ Dufort, 93, plays the drums at his retirement home in Montreal. Once an orchestra leader and then an accountant, Mr. Dufort knew the importance of getting personal financial affairs in order before mental or physical illness set in.
Six Canadian stocks with growth potential for your RRSP
AGT Food and Ingredients Inc. specializes in processing lentils, chickpeas and other crops into specialty products for food manufacturers.
The Latest: Appeals court allows stay of Texas execution
That was awkward: Goodell dodges on Raiders, parries on Pats
Brady hopes ill mother can attend Super Bowl
Canadian cross-country skiers win three medals in eight days
Alex Harvey reacts after crossing the finish line to win the men's 15km freestyle competition at the FIS Cross Country skiing World Cup event in Ulricehamn, Sweden on Jan. 21
Liberals hint at budget boost for EI call centres to fix poor service
A just posting board. A new federal servey has found fewer than one in four Canadians reach an agent the first time they call Service Canada.
Imam disputes man's claim that mom died due to travel ban
Nestle USA moving headquarters from California to Virginia
The Latest: 2nd urban moose fatally shot in Anchorage
Jury convicts man who wounded black protesters in Minnesota
After walkabout, escaped bobcat Ollie nonchalantly returns
This photo provided by the Smithsonian's National Zoo shows Ollie, a female bobcat the the zoo. Ollie, who escaped from its enclosure at the National Zoo in Washington, is perfectly capable of surviving in the wild and would find plenty to eat in Rock Creek Park if it wanted to stay there, zoo officials said. The female bobcat, believed to be about 7 years old, was found to be missing Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, morning when it didn’t show up for breakfast. (Barbara Statas/Smithsonian's National Zoo via AP)
Quebec City's outspoken talk-radio hosts face backlash after mosque shooting
Palestinians demand UN action over Israeli settlement homes
The Latest: Parole recommended for Charles Manson follower
FILE - This March 12, 2014 file photo provided by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation shows Bruce Davis. A 74-year-old former follower of cult killer Charles Manson is scheduled for another parole hearing Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017, after California governor blocked previous recommendations that he be released from prison. (Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation via AP, File)
Trump to Mexico: Take care of ‘bad hombres’ or U.S. might send troops
People gather at El Zocalo square in Mexico City during a protest against the increase in the price of gasoline and U.S. President Donald Trump's plan of building a wall between Mexico and the U.S., on Jan. 31, 2017.
Premier Rachel Notley says Alberta willing to accept more refugees
Canadian money managers join push for stronger U.S. corporate governance
Three stocks that fit Peter Lynch's investment philosophy
72 candidates selected to vie for a spot in Canada's team of astronauts
Trade isn’t a contest, Mr. Trump
Ian McGugan
Facebook's Oculus facing $500 million bill in copyright case
Why Poloz needs to shout louder to talk down loonie
Canadian dollar has risen since Donald Trump’s U.S. presidential election win in November, despite little improvement in Canada’s economic and interest-rate outlook.
Mexico to streamline academic requirements for deportees
The broken promise of electoral reform: The emperor has no shirt
Marketers tweak Super Bowl ad strategy in post-‘simsub’ era
This photo provided by Budweiser shows a scene from the company's commercial for Super Bowl 51, between the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017.
Economic equilibrium
White House: Trump comments on Mexico 'lighthearted'
Trump's Supreme Court unveiling draws 33 million viewers
President Donald Trump speaks in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2017, to announce Judge Neil Gorsuch as his nominee for the Supreme Court. Gorsuch stands with his wife Louise. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
Apple's stock price
Critics don't even want animatronic Trump to speak
Has Vision Capital spotted the next REIT takeover?
Over the past eight years, 11 real estate stocks owned by Vision Capital have been acquisition targets.
Admin clarifies, again, travel ban rules for legal residents
Air Force general stripped of 2 stars due to sex misconduct
The Wednesday news briefing: An at-a-glance survey of some top stories
Minister of Democratic Institutions Karina Gould stands during Question Period in the House of Commons in Ottawa, Wednesday, February 1, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Chartrand
2 federal lawsuits resolved in Chicago on Trump travel ban
Australian leader makes $1.3 million political donation
Coroner's jury leads to charge in teen's suicide
Calgary Stampeders re-sign Canadian defensive lineman Ben D'Aguilar
Globe editorial: On electoral reform, it’s bad promise made, bad promise broken
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau answers a question during Question Period in the House of Commons in Ottawa, Tuesday, Jan.31, 2017. Trudeau is abandoning his long-held promise to change the way Canadians vote in federal elections. In a mandate letter for newly appointed Democratic Institutions Minister Karina Gould, Trudeau makes it clear that electoral reform â once top of mind for the Liberal government â is no longer on the agenda. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Why Facebook keeps pushing you to go 'live' with video
This Nov. 16, 2016, photo shows a Facebook Live billboard on the side of a building near New York's Penn Station. From billboards to TV ads to endless notifications, Facebook is furiously promoting its live video feature as it tries to get more users to shoot and watch such videos. (AP Photo/Anick Jesdanun)
Canadians open wallets for victims of Quebec City mosque massacre
People visit a makeshift memorial near a mosque that was the location of a shooting spree in Quebec City on Feb. 1, 2017.
B.C. drug users testing positive for deadly opioid carfentanil: health ministry
In this June 27, 2016 photo provided by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, a member of the RCMP opens a printer ink bottle containing the opioid carfentanil imported from China, in Vancouver.
Jury convicts man who wounded black protesters in Minnesota
FILE - This undated file photo released by Javille Burns shows her brother, Jamar Clark, who was shot Nov. 15, 2015, after a confrontation with two police officers and died a day later. A jury on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017, convicted Allen Scarsella, a Minnesota man, of assault for opening fire and wounding five black men demonstrating against the fatal shooting of Clark. (Jamar Clark/Javille Burns via AP, File)
US provides armoured trucks to Syrian rebels for Raqqa fight
Pork industry says not to worry about a bacon shortage
FILE - This June, 28, 2012, file photo shows hogs at a farm in Buckhart, Ill. An insatiable demand for bacon depleted frozen pork supplies to a record low level for December driving prices slightly higher. The pork industry hopes to boost hog production enough before the craving for bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwiches reach a peak this summer, so bacon lovers may see higher prices but not a panic situation. (AP Photo/M. Spencer Green, File)
African Union’s mass withdrawal strategy mounts pressure on ICC
A&F promotes chief merchandising head to CEO
Business Highlights
Senate confirms Tillerson to be Trump's secretary of state
President Donald Trump smiles at Secretary of State Rex Tillerson after he was sworn in in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
B.C. health ministry says drug users testing positive for opioid carfentanil
Oilers acquire forward Samuelsson from Arizona for forward Moroz
Quebec regulator floats binary-option ban, citing rampant scams
Quebec’s security regulator is proposing a ban on short-term binary options to the general public, citing fraud and rampant scams.
Toronto FC says it has not received a formal offer from China for Giovinco
Toronto FC says it has not received any formal transfer offers for star striker Sebastian Giovinco.
Long-running Texas evolution debate has big classroom impact
A timeline of events surrounding the Liberal promise of electoral reform
Quebec City's Muslim community hopes to open a cemetery to bury dead
Trump pushes Supreme Court pick with traditional game plan
Vice President Mike Pence gestures as he arrives for a meeting with President Donald Trump, National Rifle Associations (NRA) Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer Wayne LaPierre, right, and others in the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington, Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017. Trump met with a group to discusses the nomination of Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court, setting up a fierce fight with Democrats over a jurist who could shape America's legal landscape for decades to come. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)
The Latest: School says it reported history of sex abuse
Fire crews say ammunition exploding like 'fireworks' a hazard at Ottawa blaze
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