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G20 summit will look at World Trade Organization reform
Ministers and delegates, including Japan's Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hiroshige Seko and Environment Minister Yoshiaki Harada, gather for a family photo session at G20 energy and environment ministers meeting in Karuizawa, Japan.
U.S. Congress votes to block Trump’s military trangender ban
The Democratic-controlled House voted to block President Donald Trump’s move to restrict transgender men and women from military service.
Trump nominates defence industry lobbyist, army veteran as new Defence Secretary
Secretary of the Army Mark Esper speaks during a House Armed Services Committee budget hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington. President Donald Trump on June 18, named Esper as acting Defense Secretary.
Blue Jays surrender second consecutive loss to visiting Angels
Marcus Stroman (6) of the Toronto Blue Jays delivers a pitch in the first inning during a MLB game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Rogers Centre on June 18, 2019 in Toronto.
Toronto City Council grills TTC for update on province’s Ontario Line plans
Commuters wait to take the subway at Christie Station in Toronto on Friday, June 22, 2018. As the temperatures outside get warmer, police say the reported number of cases of voyeurism tend to rise. Domenic Sinopoli, an inspector with the Toronto police sex crimes unit, says around 60 per cent of all voyeurism cases are reported during the summer. THE CANADIAN PRESS/ Tijana Martin
Thunder Bay police to review nine Indigenous deaths in response to independent report
Thunder Bay police to re-investigate nine Indigenous deaths in response to independent report
Durham police services board joins force’s chief in judicial review request
Durham Regional Chief of Police Paul Martin at the regional headquarters in Whitby, Ont., on June 17, 2019.
Hong Kong stood up to China. Now the free world should stand with Hong Kong
Photographers aim at Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam speak on stage during a press conference at the Legislative Council in Hong Kong, on June 18, 2019.
Coalition vows renewed fight against Trans Mountain as First Nations seeking stake applaud green light
A renewed battle awaits Trans Mountain expansion
B.C. measles program sees ‘dramatic increase’ in vaccinations, says Health Minister
B.C. measles program sees ‘dramatic increase’ in vaccinations, says Health Minister
Grieving father says health-care systems failed his son
The British Columbia Coroners Service called an inquest in March, saying the public has an interest in hearing the circumstances of the death of the Victoria-area teen, and that a jury would have the opportunity to make recommendations to prevent similar deaths. Elliot Eurchuk poses in this undated family handout photo. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO - Rachel Staples, *MANDATORY CREDIT*
Number of lobbyist meetings continues to climb under Trudeau government
Commissioner of Lobbying Nancy Belanger is photographed near her office in Ottawa on Tuesday, June 12, 2018. Canada's lobbying czar says she needs more funding to meet the growing demands of her office and to properly modernize the country's lobbyist registry.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
Indigenous high-school graduation rate in B.C. reaches 70 per cent
RCMP seeks names of potential victims of coerced sterilization: Commissioner Lucki
RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki listens to questions during a press conference in Ottawa on Jan. 16, 2019.
Mayor John Tory vows to review city’s preparedness after chaos at Raptors rally
Mayor John Tory vows to review city’s preparedness after chaos at Raptors’ rally
B.C. First Nation plans legal challenge over Trans Mountain decision
Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau takes part in a news conference about the government's decision on the Trans Mountain Expansion Project in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, June 18, 2019. REUTERS/Chris Wattie
Questions on Trans Mountain, USMCA and ethics could decide Liberals’ fate in fall election
John Ibbitson
UN rights investigator to issue report on Khashoggi killing: statement
Agnes Callamard.
Federal government urged to do more about chronic wasting disease in wild game
Federal government urged to do more about chronic wasting disease in wild game
The United States’s economic recovery expansion is now its longest on record
People walk past the Federal Reserv in Washington on Aug. 22, 2012.
Ontario government signals more layoffs under new autism services model
Ontario government signals more layoffs under new autism model
Nearly half of Canadian entrepreneurs say mental-health issues interfere with their work, study shows
Nearly half of Canadian entrepreneurs say mental-health issues interfere with their work, study shows
Trump administration working with Democrats on USMCA ratification following months of deadlock
U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer testifies before the Senate Finance Committee on the US-Mexico-Canada (USMCA) trade agreement on Capitol Hill in Washington, on June 18, 2019.
Here’s how to find out if you’d benefit from Ottawa’s new annuity initiative
Should I invest in an advanced life deferred annuity, or are there better options available?
Think trade agreements will mend relationships with the U.S.? Think again
FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Donald Trump, Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexico's President Enrique Pena Nieto sign documents during the USMCA signing ceremony before the G20 leaders summit in Buenos Aires, Argentina November 30, 2018. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque/File Photo
Why cell service failed during the Toronto Raptors parade and how 5G networks could fix it
Fans cheer during the Toronto Raptors Victory Parade on June 17, 2019, in Toronto.
Canada’s actions ‘commendable,’ but more needs to be done to regulate social-media giants: international report
The Peace Tower is pictured on Parliament Hill on Monday, September 15, 2014. The parliamentary budget officer is questioning whether the Liberals' decade-long housing strategy will alleviate a housing crunch as the government promises. The Liberals unveiled the 10-year national housing strategy in late 2017, which at that time carried with it a price tag of more than $40-billion in federal, provincial and territorial spending. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
Streetwise newsletter: GMP CEO entitled to $7.5-million change of control payment upon exit
Bank buildings are photographed in Toronto's financial district on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/ Tijana Martin
Marta becomes top World Cup scorer in Brazil’s 1-0 win over Italy
Brazil's Marta reacts during the Women's World Cup Group C soccer match between Italy and Brazil at the Stade du Hainaut in Valenciennes, France, on June 18, 2019.
How to respond to feedback constructively
This high-yielding TSX stock has returned 35% so far this year - and more sizzling gains are likely ahead
John Heinzl
What boards of directors can learn from the Toronto Raptors
What boards of directors can learn from the Toronto Raptors
Private insurers are the biggest obstacle to Justincare
Konrad Yakabuski
Montreal home’s renovation erases design mistakes of the past
Miguel Cobo and Guylaine Thibault’s Arts and Crafts-style semi, in Montreal’s Notre-Dame-de-Grâce neighbourhood, was originally built around 1930.
Weekend Getaway: Provincetown, ‘the gayest city in the U.S.,’ welcomes tourists of all stripes
Provincetown is a town located at the extreme tip of Cape Cod. Sometimes called P-town the town is known for its beaches, harbor, artists, tourist industry, and its reputation as a gay village.
U.S. high school athletes file complaint over transgender policy
Sam Kerr scores 4 goals in Australia’s 4-1 win over Jamaica at Women’s World Cup
Sam Kerr scores 4 goals in Australia’s 4-1 win over Jamaica at Women’s World Cup
Balancing climate and energy policy, the Trans Mountain pipeline is the right decision for Canada
Pipes are seen at the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain facility in Edmonton, on April 6, 2017.
U.S. expected to be open to mechanism that could end transatlantic aircraft subsidy fight
FILE PHOTO: An Airbus A350-1000 taxies during the 53rd International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France, June 17, 2019. REUTERS/Pascal Rossignol
Trans Mountain’s reapproval doesn’t solve energy sector’s woes
Jeffrey Jones
GMP Capital head Harris Fricker entitled to $7.5-million change-of-control payment after company’s sale closes
Departing GMP Capital CEO Harris Fricker is seen in this file photo.
Don’t be shocked if the Fed decides to shock the market Wednesday
U.S. Federal Reserve expected to hold rates steady, but could still opt for surprise cut
The Holodomor left its mark on Tatjana Daschko’s memory but not her outlook
The Holodomor left its mark on Tatjana Daschko’s memory but not her outlook
Canadian consumers need control of their information to level out the data playing field
Bank towers are shown from Bay Street in Toronto's financial district on June 16, 2010.
Evening Update: Trans Mountain pipeline re-approved by Ottawa; White Helmets stuck in limbo one year later
Steel pipe to be used in the oil pipeline construction of the Canadian government’s Trans Mountain Expansion Project lies at a stockpile site in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada June 18, 2019. REUTERS/Dennis Owen
Stratford Festival 2019: The Neverending Story is a triumph of theatrical imagination
Stratford 2019: The Neverending Story is a triumph of theatrical imagination
Charles Reich, author of The Greening of America, dies at 91
Charles Reich, author of The Greening of America, dies at 91
Health officials say 124 students affected by January gas leak that forced evacuation of Montreal school
Ecole des Decouvreurs elementary school is shown in the Montreal borough of Lasalle where children and staff were evacuated following a carbon monoxide leak on Jan. 14, 2019. Hughes
Liberal government reapproves Trans Mountain pipeline expansion
Steel pipe to be used in the oil pipeline construction of the Canadian government’s Trans Mountain Expansion Project lies at a stockpile site in Kamloops, B.C., on June 18, 2019.
After #WetheNorth Day, Canada appears united in its diversity. Until you look at Quebec
Sheema Khan for Comment logo. Photo taken 2013. (USE THIS ONE - AE)
Crown won’t appeal case of Quebec man who killed ailing wife
Michel Cadotte, accused of murder in the 2017 death of his ailing wife in what has been described as a mercy killing, arrives at the courthouse for his sentencing in Montreal on May 28, 2019.
Roughriders turn to Cody Fajardo to replace injured quarterback Zach Collaros
Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Cody Fajardo throws the ball during CFL pre-season football action against the Calgary Stampeders in Calgary, Friday, May 31, 2019.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation reports lower profit despite new cannabis sales
A Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation store is seen in downtown Halifax, N.S., on Oct. 9, 2018.
Setting Uncle Sam straight: Past PMs scored on the U.S. Trudeau can, too
Lawrence Martin
Instead of playing defence against Huawei, Washington must make it a ‘frenemy’
A Huawei company logo is seen at the Shenzhen International Airport in Shenzhen in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, China on June 17, 2019.
What I learned while hitchhiking across Canada
What I learned while hitchhiking across Canada
Liberals poised to reject Senate changes to solitary-confinement bill
The Senate of Canada building and Senate Chamber are pictured in Ottawa on Feb. 18, 2019.
Lexpert roundup: Protecting brands in North America; cross-border deals and taxation; adapting to changes in the employment law bar
June cover of Lexpert.
Shakespeare travels to the Wild West for a modern twist on a sexist play
Shakespeare travels to the Wild West for a modern twist on a sexist play
Who can save the Chateau Laurier from an eyesore addition?
A rendering of Chateau Laurier in Ottawa with the proposed new addition.
Liberals clarify new CRTC directive to encourage network investments
The federal Liberals are dedicating $41 million to quantum computing and artificial intelligence projects in the Waterloo, Ont., region. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Minister Navdeep Singh Bains responds to a question during Question Period in the House of Commons in Ottawa, Monday, April 1, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
China’s Belt and Road initiative could speed up development, but comes with ‘significant risks’: World Bank
A Belt and Road Forum logo is seen outside the China National Convention Center, in Beijing, on April 25, 2019.
RJ Barrett headlines a potentially history-making Canadian class at NBA Draft
RJ Barrett headlines a potentially history-making Canadian class at NBA Draft
Canadian man sentenced to 26 years for supporting jihadists who committed 2009 suicide attack
Corporations avoided paying up to $11.4-billion in 2014 tax, according to CRA report
Corporations avoided paying up to $11.4-billion in 2014 tax, according to CRA report
Canadian convicted of fraud arrested in UAE, Ontario securities regulator says
Bank towers at the four corners of King St. West and Bay St. are photographed on Oct 1 2018. Clockwise from top left are Bank of Montreal, TD, CIBC and ScotiaBank.
Vancouver real estate sees uptick in interest from Hong Kong buyers following extradition bill unrest
Demonstrators gather in front of the Chinese Consulate in Vancouver, on June 9, 2019, to protest against a controversial extradition law proposed by Hong Kong's pro-Beijing government.
Roger Federer off to winning start in bid for record-extending 10th Halle Open title
Roger Federer off to winning start in bid for record-extending 10th Halle Open title
Facebook reveals Libra cryptocurrency, sparking new privacy concerns
This undated image obtained June 17, 2019 courtesy of Libra Press shows the logo graphic for Libra. - Facebook is leaping into the world of cryptocurrency with its own digital money, designed to let people save, send or spend money as easily as firing off text messages."Libra" -- described as "a new global currency" -- was unveiled June 18, 2019 in a new initiative in payments for the world's biggest social network with the potential to bring crypto-money out of the shadows and into the mainstream. Facebook and an array of partners released a prototype of Libra as an open source code to be used by developers interested in weaving it into apps, services or businesses ahead of a rollout as global digital money next year. (Photo by Handout / Libra Press / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT "AFP PHOTO / LIBRA PRESS TEAM/HANDOUT" - NO MARKETING - NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS / TO GO WITH AFP STORY by Glenn CHAPMAN - ""With 'Libra,' Facebook takes on the world of cryptocurrency""HANDOUT/AFP/Getty Images
Court martial for Canada’s chief military judge in limbo after deputy recuses himself
Court martial for Canada’s chief military judge in limbo after deputy recuses himself
Canadian women’s field hockey team looks to take step toward 2020 Olympics
Kate Wright, the captain of the Canadian women’s field hockey team.
Trump’s pick for defence secretary withdraws from nomination process
In this Feb. 14, 2019, file photo, acting secretary of defense Patrick Shanahan speaks at the Pentagon.
Trump turns up pressure on Fed chair Powell
FILE PHOTO: Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell delivers the Federal Reserve’s Semiannual Monetary Policy Report to the House Financial Services Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., February 27, 2019. REUTERS/Joshua Roberts/File Photo
Toddler found dead outside Edmonton church had suffered from head trauma, doctor testifies
Anthony Joseph Raine is shown in a photo from the Facebook tribute page 'R.I.P. Anthony Joseph Raine.'
Canadian crude Gulf Coast exports rise as Venezuelan gap is filled, sources say
FILE PHOTO: The Houston Ship Channel and adjacent refineries, part of the Port of Houston, are seen in Houston, Texas, U.S., May 5, 2019. REUTERS/Loren Elliott/File Photo
Former Halifax hospital CEO could face long trial on fraud, breach of trust charges
Boris Johnson tops second round voting in contest to succeed Britain’s Theresa May
Boris Johnson leaves his home in London, Britain, on June 18, 2019.
‘They’re already talking smack’: Christine Sinclair mingles with Dutch fans ahead of World Cup match
Christine Sinclair runs with the ball during a World Cup match between Canada and Cameroon at Stade de la Mosson on June 10, 2019 in Montpellier, France.
Barrick Gold gets more time to make firm offer for Acacia
SNC-Lavalin appoints executive to head new London-based oversight office
The SNC-Lavalin headquarters is seen in Montreal on Feb. 12, 2019.
Canadian soldier killed during parachute training exercise in Bulgaria
Bombardier Patrick Labrie, a member of the 2nd Regiment, Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, which is based in Petawawa, Ont.
Dear Bike Lane, why are drivers so confused about your use and rules?
Andrew Clark
Google announces $1-billion additional investment in housing across Bay Area
FILE - In this May 1, 2019, file photo, a woman walks past a Google sign in San Francisco. The U.S. Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission are moving to investigate Google, Facebook, Amazon and Apple over their aggressive business practices, and the House Judiciary Committee has announced an antitrust probe of unidentified technology companies. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File)
U.S. housing starts drop in May, masks some signs of improvement
FILE PHOTO: A single family home is shown under construction by Toll Brothers Inc, the largest U.S. luxury homebuilder, in Carlsbad, California, United States May 23, 2016. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
Ottawa promised to bring 10 members of Syria’s White Helmets to Canada. One year later, they languish in a Jordanian camp
A girl plays outside at the Azraq refugee camp in Jordan, which is home to about 35,000 people.
Boost for Boeing as British Airways owner backs grounded 737 Max jet
Boeing Commercial Airplanes CEO Kevin McAllister and International Airlines Group CEO Willie Walsh pose with Boeing 737 MAX 8 purchase certificates during a commercial announcement at the 53rd International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France June 18, 2019. REUTERS/Pascal Rossignol
Jacob Trouba says he wanted to play in U.S. so fiancée could pursue her medical career
Jacob Trouba says he wanted to play in U.S. so fiancée could pursue her medical career
Death of Duceppe’s mother was accidental but preventable, Quebec coroner rules
A Quebec coroner has ruled the death of Gilles Duceppe’s 93-year-old mother after she became trapped in a courtyard at her seniors’ residence on a bitterly cold morning was accidental but preventable.
Oil prices rise more than $1 per barrel on hopes U.S.-China trade talks will resume
FILE PHOTO: An oil storage tank of Russian oil pipeline monopoly Transneft is pictured at the Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga, Russia February 26, 2018. REUTERS/Vladimir Soldatkin/File Photo
‘Hope will turn you mad’: How Canadian author Nazanine Hozar turned the chaos of the Iranian Revolution into summer’s must-read book
From chaos and hope, Nazanine Hozar’s ‘feminist odyssey’ is born
Erik Karlsson’s re-signing sets up what should be a busy NHL off-season
Erik Karlsson’s re-signing sets up what should be a busy NHL off-season
Caster Semenya accuses IAAF of using her as a ‘human guinea pig’
South Africa's Caster Semenya competes in the women's 800-meter final during the Diamond League in Doha, Qatar, on May 3, 2019.
Toronto police name three men arrested after shooting at Raptors rally
Police stand in a cordoned off area of Queen and Bay streets after a shooting incident took place in the proximity of the Toronto Raptors victory parade, on June 17, 2019.
China to suspend pork imports from third Canadian firm as dispute with Ottawa deepens
Packs of Canadian pork are displayed for sale at a supermarket in Beijing, Tuesday, June 18, 2019. China will halt imports from a Canadian company after food safety issues were detected in one batch of pork, the Xinhua state news agency reported Tuesday, a move likely to fuel further speculation that China is retaliating against Canada after it arrested a Chinese tech executive.
ETF investors, the emerging trend of zero-fee funds is just a sideshow
Dominic LeBlanc says cancer treatments going well, will run in next federal election
Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc rises during question period in the House of Commons, on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa, on Oct. 4, 2018.
Canadian dollar rebounds from two-week low on revived U.S.-China trade hopes
A loonie is pictured in Toronto on Jan. 23, 2015.
Cobalt 27 to be bought by Swiss firm Pala Investment in deal that values it at $501-million
‘Everyone is your community’: Chef Bill Alexander on bringing Indigenous food to a wider audience
Bill Alexander
Trump says U.S., Chinese teams to restart trade talks ahead of G20 meeting with Xi
(FILES) This file picture taken on November 9, 2017 shows US President Donald Trump (L) and China's President Xi Jinping leaving a business leaders event at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. - President Donald Trump on June 10, 2019 said he still expects to talk with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping at the upcoming G20 summit, warning he will impose new tariffs if there is no meeting."Yes it would," Trump told CNBC television when asked if a failure by Xi to come to the summit later this month in Japan would lead to the huge new tariffs kicking in. But Trump said the meeting was "scheduled" and "I think he will go." (Photo by Nicolas ASFOURI / AFP)NICOLAS ASFOURI/AFP/Getty Images
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