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My son may have a rare genetic disorder. What happens now?
Canadian astronaut David Saint-Jacques helps repair leaky space toilet: NASA
Canadian Space Agency astronaut David Saint-Jacques is seen on a live monitor from the International Space Station during a video conference with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Governor General Julie Payette and a group of students at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on Jan. 14, 2019.
Leafs eke out 5-4 win over the Senators
David Shoalts
Toronto conference to feature prominent anti-vaccine activist Del Bigtree
Fiat Chrysler, Robert Bosch agree to pay $66-million in diesel vehicle legal fees
A Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) sign is seen at the U.S. headquarters in Auburn Hills, Mich., on May 25, 2018.
‘Visible minority’: Is it time for Canada to scrap the term?
April 28, 2013: Thousands of Sikhs march in the annual Khalsa Day parade in Toronto.
How Canada’s racial data gaps can be hazardous to your health
Olga Lambert of Ajax, Ont., has an aggressive form of breast cancer that she's battled three times in 11 years. Research in the United States and Britain has highlighted the genetic risks of cancer for black women, but Canada's information on race-based health issues is lacking.
Diplomats launch suit alleging Ottawa failed to address mysterious ‘Havana syndrome’ brain injuries
Last month, Canada cut the number of diplomatic staff posted to Cuba to eight from 16 after another person reported symptoms. A total of 14 Canadians have reported symptoms since the spring of 2017.
Changing ‘the Game’: How women get caught in – and get out of – gangs
Vancouver Police Detectives Anisha Parhar, left, and Sandy Avelar, seen on Jan. 11, 2019, are the co-founders of Her Time, an outreach and prevention program aimed at helping young women affiliated with gangs.
Drake Underground reopens to a Toronto live-music scene in flux
With excellent acoustics and first-rate treatment for artists, the Drake Underground has earned the music industry's respect.
Vancouver’s Dark Manor Inn offers a fun and freaky dining experience
Dark Manor Inn, a new themed whiskey bar in Vancouver, B.C., offers guests a spooky atmosphere and strong drinks.
B.C. privacy watchdog criticizes political parties’ handling of voter data
Voters arrive to cast their ballots at the Nanaimo Alliance Church before polls close for the by-election in Nanaimo, B.C., on Wednesday, January 30, 2019.
Political manoeuvring behind $5.5-billion BC Hydro debt, Auditor-General says
While other major Canadian utilities also use regulatory accounts, Auditor-General Carol Bellringer noted that BC Hydro’s accounts stand out in scale.
Murky regulations causing promotional quandary among retailers
An employee helps a customer with his purchase of legal cannabis in Calgary, Alta., Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Former Blue Jays manager John Gibbons is enjoying his break from baseball
Then-Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons gets a few words into the ear of third baseman Josh Donaldson during the team's opening day matchup against the New York Yankees in Toronto on Thursday, March 29, 2018.
'Canada’s new death penalty’: How the McArthur and Bissonnette cases put life sentences for mass killers in spotlight
People place messages and flowers near a mosque that was the location of a shooting spree in Quebec City, Que., on Jan. 31, 2017. The sentencing of Alexandre Bissonnette and Bruce McArthur could mark a turning point – reinforcing the trend to a retributive, rest-of-life sentence, or pointing the country in a new direction.
Toronto officials conduct electrical inspection at Wellesley high-rise over fire concerns
Residents of the apartment building at 260 Wellesely St. East, were without utilities for several hours on Feb. 6, 2019 while Toronto city officials conducted an electrical inspection. 'It’s a nuisance, but I’m hoping it will help prevent what happened next door,' resident Kelly McLaughlin, said.
Investigation into fatal B.C. train derailment to focus on use of air brakes
The wreckage of a Canadian Pacific Railway freight train is piled up after a crash near Field, B.C., on February 6, 2019.
Parents missing work to care for children with anxiety cost Ontario economy $421-million a year
Globe editorial: Andrew Scheer steps into a tax trap in Quebec
Leader of the Opposition Andrew Scheer rises during Question Period in the House of Commons on Feb. 6, 2018.
Ice dancers Sorensen, Fournier Beaudry to make debut for Canada at Four Continents
Denmark's Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Nikolaj Sorensen perform in the pairs ice dance free dance event at the European figure skating championships, in Moscow, Russia, on Jan. 20, 2018.
Police called to senior citizen bingo dispute turned brawl at long-term care facility
$53-million in aid for Venezuela to go to ‘trusted’ humanitarian groups, not governments, Trudeau vows
Supporters of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro gather at Bolivar square in Caracas to take part in a signature campaign to urge the United States to put a halt to intervention threats against Maduro's government, on February 6, 2019.
Senators’ Matt Duchene ignores trade talk as deadline nears
Matt Duchene of the Ottawa Senators celebrates a goal with teammates against the Minnesota Wild in Ottawa on Saturday, January 5, 2019. Duchene knows that he might not be in Ottawa for much longer, but he's choosing to focus on playing the best hockey he can with the best locker room he's been in.
Vancouver emergency department first to provide anti-withdrawal medication for addiction treatment
Used Narcan (naloxone hydrochloride) containers and syringes sit in a case.
Montreal chosen as one of four cities to receive United Nations administrative office
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) logo is seen in the main meeting hall, in Montreal on Sept. 27, 2016.
Manchester City beat Everton to return to top of EPL standings
Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, right, watches as Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus beats defender Kurt Zouma to score his team's second goal at Goodison Park in Liverpool on February 6, 2019.
Streetwise newsletter: Aphria rejects takeover bid by Green Growth; National Bank warns OSFI’s proposed deposit rules could cut lenders’ profits
Bank towers at the four corners of King St. West and Bay St. are photographed on Oct 1 2018. Clockwise from top left are ScotiaBank, Bank of Montreal, TD and CIBC.
Michelle Wolf is not a ‘political’ comic
Comedian Michelle Wolf is touring to prepare for her next special, a trip that will see her perform in Vancouver for the Just for Laughs NorthWest comedy festival, which begins next week.
Review: Mary’s Wedding is a family affair – but fine Valentine’s Day fare nevertheless
Mary's Wedding features Fraser Elsdon as Charlie, right, and Kate Ross as Mary.
BC Liberal party searching for new candidates with online recruitment drive
BC Liberal Leader Andrew Wilkinson answers questions from the media following the speech from the throne in the legislative assembly in Victoria, in February, 2018.
Stingray says third-quarter revenues, adjusted profits double after Newfoundland Capital acquisition
The Stingray Group Inc. logo is seen in this undated handout photo.
White House expects to take ‘executive action’ on 5G, artificial intelligence soon
The White House, which held meetings last year to discuss these technologies, did not provide detail on what the actions might be.
Authorities recover body from wreckage of plane that carried soccer player Emiliano Sala
General view of the front cover of the match day program paying tribute to Emiliano Sala, at Cardiff City Stadium, in Cardiff, Britain, on Feb. 2, 2019.
Paul Dewar, former NDP foreign-affairs critic, dies of cancer at 56
Former NDP MP Paul Dewar asks a question during Question Period in the House of Commons in Ottawa in September, 2014.
Montreal software firm Lightspeed files IPO
AutoCanada files suit against former CEO
AutoCanada says Patrick Priestner, who left his roles as chairman and chief executive in 2014, should have advocated for the company’s interests, not his own, when dealing with major manufacturers such as General Motors and Toyota.
Paris apartment building fire suspect had just exited psychiatric hospital stay, prosecutor says
A fire rages through the top floors of an apartment building in Paris.
Senators challenge efficacy of Liberals’ resource project assessment plan
Steel pipes that were to be used in the construction of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project are lined up at a stockpile site in Kamloops, B.C., on Aug. 30, 2018.
Republican senators urge Trump against terminating NAFTA
U.S. Senator John Cornyn said U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer told senators that it was not his decision and he would pass their concerns onto Trump.
Callidus Capital scores win in legal case against borrower
Callidus Capital Corp. won a legal battle against one of its borrowers, the former CEO of an insolvent casino game developer, when the Quebec Court of Appeal prevented him from proceeding with a $228-million lawsuit as part of the bankruptcy case.
For innovation, open science means open for business
Last week, Celgene – an American biotech company – invested the most ever for a Canadian-discovered early-stage drug. The US$40-million down and potentially US$1-billion deal only came about because of strategic funding by governments both for “open science" partnerships and for risk-taking, IP-generating research and commercialization centres.
Bombardier reinvents regional jet in a bet on business and first-class travel
Montreal-based Bombardier on Wednesday unveiled a new 50-seater regional jet dubbed the CRJ550, a version of its larger CRJ700 with a reconfigured interior that can accommodate three service classes.
Review: The Ex-Boyfriend Yard Sale captures the unquantifiable beauty of love
In preparation for The Ex-Boyfriend Yard Sale, McGee interviewed a few of her exes, and these interviews are incorporated into the action.
A bullish case for the lowly loonie
Marija Majdoub is the vice-president of the Investment Management and Strategy team at MD Financial Management.
Updated Toronto unit with central locale receives steady stream of offers
80 Front St., E., No. 304, Toronto.
Morneau taking close look at return to 30-year insured mortgages, homebuilders’ association says
Homes on Park Road, Toronto
Nutrien’s 2019 profit forecast misses analysts’ estimates
A PotashCorp load-out supervisor examines potash inside one of the storage facilities near Saskatoon, Sask., on Oct. 10, 2013.
Liberal backbencher apologizes for not including women in notable Canadians calendar
A Liberal member of Parliament is apologizing for putting out a calendar, shown in Winnipeg, on Feb. 6, 2019, that features notable Canadians – all of whom are men.
Sept. 30 could become new statutory holiday for Indigenous reconciliation
Residential school survivor Lorna Standingready is comforted by a fellow survivor, at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on June 3, 2015.
Why Ottawa must rethink the stress test on mortgage switches
Robert McLister
Evening Update: The mystery of QuadrigaCX’s missing millions
Representations of the Ripple, Bitcoin, Etherum and Litecoin virtual currencies are seen on a PC motherboard in this illustration picture, February 13, 2018. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/Files
Impact of ice sheet retreat on Canadian weather is being underestimated, study suggests
This Nov. 11, 2016, file photo shows the Taylor Glacier near McMurdo Station, Antarctica.
The crypto world is a dangerous place for ordinary investors, and regulators
Barrie McKenna
Cirque du Soleil acquires magic show company The Works Entertainment
Performers rehearse for the Toronto opening of Cirque Du Soleil's Luzia, on July 27, 2016.
Scoot over Microsoft: Apple again the most valuable U.S. company
An Apple company logo is seen behind tree branches outside an Apple store in Beijing, China December 14, 2018.
Hackers have targeted Canadian banks, mining companies in recent years: cybersecurity analyst
A leading cybersecurity analyst tells MPs that foreign hackers have targeted Canadian banks, mining companies and government institutions in recent years to steal valuable secrets and spread malware.
CBC hires former Corus executive Barbara Williams as English-language boss
A man leaves the CBC building, in Toronto, on April 4, 2012.
Review: Così fan tutte attempts to inject feminism into an opera classic
A scene from the Canadian Opera Company’s production of Così fan tutte, 2019.
HMV’s return to Canada is ‘unlikely, but definitely possible,’ Sunrise Records owner says
An HMV store is seen in Montreal, on Feb. 24, 2017.
Newfoundland prisons suffering a mental-health crisis, report on inmate deaths finds
Her Majesty's Penitentiary, a minimum security prison in St. John's, overlooks Quidi Vidi Lake on June 9, 2011. A new report on four inmate deaths says Newfoundland's prisons are suffering a mental-health crisis that the current system cannot fix.
NHL standings slow down trade action ahead of deadline
Columbus Blue Jackets' Artemi Panarin, left, carries the puck behind the net as Washington Capitals' Matt Niskanen defends, in Columbus, on Dec. 8, 2018.
Google office? No thanks – I love the odd things I find in our old building
Illustration by Wenting Li
When we debate carbon pricing, can we at least stick to the facts?
The Syncrude oil sands extraction facility is reflected in a tailings pond near the city of Fort McMurray, Alta., on June 1, 2014. Economists are virtually unanimous in the view that carbon pricing reduces greenhouse-gas emissions at the lowest possible cost to the economy.
Freeland travels to Washington to talk tariffs, trade and terrorism
Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland stands during question period in the House of Commons in the West Block of Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019. Weather in Toronto has thrown a wrench in the foreign affairs minister's itinerary at an international gathering in Washington where world leaders are talking about the fight against Islamic State militants in Syria and Iraq. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
Hydrogen fuel-cell cars create zero emissions and ‘fill up’ faster than EVs. So what’s stopping them?
A Toyota hydrogen fuel-cell semi-truck parks next to a Toyota Mirai, one of three FCVs coming to Canada this year.
Raptors make minor deal, trade Malachi Richardson to 76ers ahead of deadline
Toronto Raptors guard Malachi Richardson is seen during a game against the Chicago Bulls, at the United Center, in Chicago, on Nov. 17, 2018.
Wickenheiser, Modano among 2019 inductees into IIHF Hall of Fame
In this Feb. 21, 2014, file photo, Hayley Wickenheiser celebrates with the Canadian flag at the Sochi Winter Olympics, in Sochi, Russia.
Social workers involved in newborn’s apprehension worried about mother’s substance use, mental health
An eagle feather and a baby hospital ID bracelet sit on a photo of a newborn baby during a press conference in support of the mother who's newborn baby was seized from hospital by Manitoba's Child and Family Services (CFS) at First Nations Family Advocate Office in Winnipeg on Jan. 11, 2019.
Here’s how we found 15 U.S. dividend stocks with sustainable yields
Trader Michael Milano works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange in Manhattan on Friday, Sept. 14, 2018.
Cut! How to edit your self story-telling so it’s more positive
Share your story flat illustration
Tim Hortons parent, franchisee group inch toward settlement
Under terms of the proposed settlement the company would spend $10-million over two years for regional and local marketing to build the brand, said Mark Walker, president of the Great White North Franchisee Association.
France’s senate rejects tougher telecom controls despite U.S. warning on Huawei
Full-day kindergarten keeps women in the work force. Let’s not mess with it
Ontario Education Minister Lisa Thompson attends Question Period at Queens Park on Nov. 19, 2018.
Markham, Ont., teaming up with IBM and Bell on smart city research
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with Frank Scarpitti, Mayor of Markham during an event in Markham, Ont. on July 20, 2018.
Review: If you’re not already sick of Liam Neeson this week, Cold Pursuit will seal the deal
Liam Neeson stars as Nels Coxman in Cold Pursuit.
Virginia attorney-general who criticized governor admits he wore blackface, too
In this Oct. 24, 2018 file photo, Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring announces a new Clergy Abuse Hotline his office is launching as he addressed a press conference at his office in Richmond, Va.
Trump nominates David Malpass to lead World Bank
President Donald Trump announces his nomination of David Malpass, under-secretary of the Treasury for international affairs, to head the World Bank, during an event in the Roosevelt Room of the White House on Feb. 6, 2019, in Washington.
Toyota earnings buoyed by China, but U.S. weakness persists
The logo of Toyota Motor is displayed at a company's car showroom in Tokyo on February 6, 2019. - Japanese car giant Toyota slashed its full-year net profit forecast on February 6 after saying its nine-month figure had tumbled nearly 30 percent as it was hit by investment losses. (Photo by Kazuhiro NOGI / AFP)KAZUHIRO NOGI/AFP/Getty Images
Portuguese wines have grown up. Here are nine smart buys
Beppi Crosariol
Canada starts resettling hundreds of refugees rescued from slavery in Libya
Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Ahmed Hussen responds to a question during Question Period in the House of Commons, Feb. 4, 2019 in Ottawa.
Rachel Homan seeks apology after ‘disappointing incident’ at provincials
Huawei’s $2-billion effort to address British security fears will take up to five years
Visitors walk past Huawei's booth during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, on Feb. 27, 2017.
National Bank warns OSFI’s proposed deposit rules could cut lenders’ profits
A Canadian flag flies outside a house in Toronto, on May 11, 2017.
Interested in an equity portfolio that pays an outsized yield? Try this closed-end fund
Gordon Pape
Democrats launch new House probe of Trump’s finances, ties to Russia
In this March 22, 2018 file photo, Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., ranking member of the House Intelligence Committee, exits a secure area to speak to reporters, on Capitol Hill in Washington.
Quebec status of women minister calls hijab a symbol of oppression
Quebec's Status of Women Minister Isabelle Charest responds to reporters at a news conference, Feb. 5, 2019 at the legislature in Quebec City.
Video shows late activist pleading for change to assisted dying rules
Audrey Parker, diagnosed with stage-four breast cancer which had metastasized to her bones and has a tumour on her brain, talks about life and death at her home in Halifax on Oct. 23, 2018.
Cannabis grower Aphria rejects takeover bid by Green Growth
Aphria's John Cervini inspects some of the company's medical marijuana plants at their greenhouse in Leamington, Ont., on May 26, 2014.
CBC’s problem is complacency, not Netflix ‘imperialism’
John Doyle
Fifteen players, two coaches suspended after hockey brawl between St. FX, Acadia
A sign marks one of the entrances to the St. Francis Xavier University campus in Antigonish, N.S., on September 28, 2018.
CFL partners with Austrian American Football Federation
A football with the new CFL logo sits on a chair during a press conference in Winnipeg, Friday, November 27, 2015.
In praise of the breaded chicken cutlet (and especially this Japanese-inspired recipe)
Katsu-inspired Chicken Sandwiches
Meet the Atlantic Canada artist who designed the Royal Canadian Mint’s new $50 coin
Adam Young, the artist of the design for the new $50 coin from the Royal Canadian Mint.
Michael Cohen’s congressional testimony postponed to end of February
Michael Cohen arrival on Capitol Hill in Washington, Sept. 19, 2017.
New York Times beats profit forecast on digital subscriber growth
The New York Times building photographed on April 27, 2016.
Mitch Marner, his agent say they are on good terms with Maple Leafs but talks on hold
Toronto Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews celebrates with Mitch Marner after scoring against the Montreal Canadiens on Nov. 18, 2017.
Carrick Talks Money: What is F.I.R.E.? Be prepared to save your brains out
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Officer who arrested Bruce McArthur in 2016 accused of breaching police policy: lawyer
Detective Paul Gauthier working at Toronto Police headquarters.
Suncor cites crude-by-rail woes as it calls for early end to Alberta oil cuts
Suncor Energy Inc. president and CEO Steve Williams waits to address the company's annual meeting in Calgary on April 27, 2017.
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