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Montreal hopes to repair damaged reputation during Grand Prix weekend

Montreal hopes to repair damaged reputation during Grand Prix weekend

MONTREAL — Montreal is hoping to redeem itself during the upcoming Grand Prix weekend after last year's event veered off course due to heavy congestion, flooding and some ill-timed patio inspections.
Industry says long-term labour stability needed after latest B.C. ports deal

Industry says long-term labour stability needed after latest B.C. ports deal

VANCOUVER — Business and industry groups are applauding a deal between British Columbia's port employers and supervisors, but say the federal government also needs to take steps to ensure labour stability and Canada's reputation as a reliable trade p
Trade deficit hits record in April as 'trade has totally collapsed' amid tariffs

Trade deficit hits record in April as 'trade has totally collapsed' amid tariffs

OTTAWA — Canada posted its largest merchandise trade deficit on record in April at $7.1 billion as exports fell sharply in the face of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs. Statistics Canada said Thursday the result, which followed a deficit of $2.
Nova Scotia premier pitching ambitious 'Wind West' offshore wind energy project

Nova Scotia premier pitching ambitious 'Wind West' offshore wind energy project

HALIFAX — In response to Prime Minister Mark Carney's bid to make Canada an "energy superpower," Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston is floating the idea of dramatically ramping up the province's nascent offshore wind energy industry.
Infant born prematurely dies in southwestern Ontario after measles infection

Infant born prematurely dies in southwestern Ontario after measles infection

TORONTO — An infant born prematurely and infected with measles has died in southwestern Ontario, Dr. Kieran Moore, Ontario's chief medical officer of health, said Thursday.
Kananaskis golf course getting ready for G7, possible Trump visit

Kananaskis golf course getting ready for G7, possible Trump visit

KANANASKIS — Darren Robinson had some very important news to tell U.S. president George Bush and José María Aznar, the prime minister of Spain. The pro shop was open.
Alberta Premier Smith says she's invited Prime Minister Carney to Oilers game

Alberta Premier Smith says she's invited Prime Minister Carney to Oilers game

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she has invited Prime Minister Mark Carney to watch an Edmonton Oilers Stanley Cup final game. Speaking to The Canadian Press in Washington, D.C.
PM Carney announces government's new parliamentary secretaries

PM Carney announces government's new parliamentary secretaries

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced his government's new parliamentary secretary team. Thirty-nine members of Parliament were chosen by Carney to assist ministers and secretaries of state.
'Lost Canadians' bill tabled after judge sets November deadline for passage

'Lost Canadians' bill tabled after judge sets November deadline for passage

OTTAWA — Immigration Minister Lena Diab tabled legislation Thursday to restore citizenship to "Lost Canadians" after a court found the existing law unconstitutional.
Body of Israeli-Canadian Judih Weinstein held by Hamas recovered

Body of Israeli-Canadian Judih Weinstein held by Hamas recovered

OTTAWA — Israel has recovered the bodies of two hostages taken in Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023 attack that ignited the war in the Gaza Strip, including one Canadian citizen.