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In apology to Inuit, minister calls relocations decades ago a 'failure'

In apology to Inuit, minister calls relocations decades ago a 'failure'

OTTAWA — Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Gary Anandasangaree apologized Thursday afternoon on behalf of the federal government for its role in the Dundas Harbour relocations between 1934 and 1948, saying it is "long overdue.
Where are federal jobs affected by DOGE cuts? A look at congressional districts across the US

Where are federal jobs affected by DOGE cuts? A look at congressional districts across the US

WASHINGTON (AP) — Civilian federal jobs are being cut by the thousands, as Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency continues to shrink the government workforce at the behest of President Donald Trump .
Can a 'gold card' program visa spur investment in the U.S. economy?

Can a 'gold card' program visa spur investment in the U.S. economy?

NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump is planning a “gold card” visa with a potential pathway to U.S. citizenship for $5 million . The program would replace an existing program that offers U.S.
Human rights museum removes Buffy Sainte-Marie from exhibit

Human rights museum removes Buffy Sainte-Marie from exhibit

WINNIPEG — The Canadian Museum for Human Rights has removed singer-songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie from an exhibit because of questions about her First Nations identity.
Georgia House keeps hate crimes protection as it seeks to restrict transgender sports participation

Georgia House keeps hate crimes protection as it seeks to restrict transgender sports participation

ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia's state House has backed away from changes to the state's hate crimes law that could have removed protections for crimes against transgender people, even as it moves forward with efforts to put into law restrictions against spo
Premier Moe says relations with United States 'more intense' after meetings in D.C.

Premier Moe says relations with United States 'more intense' after meetings in D.C.

WASHINGTON — Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says relations with the United States have been "a little more intense" as he continues to push against the threat of tariffs.
Public safety minister says Canada has answered U.S. demands on border security

Public safety minister says Canada has answered U.S. demands on border security

WASHINGTON — Public Safety Minister David McGuinty said Thursday Canada has acted on U.S. concerns about border security and fentanyl trafficking — even as U.S. President Donald Trump insists economy-wide tariffs will go ahead next week as planned.
The Latest: Trump meets with UK’s prime minister about drifting US support for Ukraine

The Latest: Trump meets with UK’s prime minister about drifting US support for Ukraine

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is visiting the White House on Thursday to try to convince U.S.
Republican Heather Hill, Appalachian entrepreneur, is inspired by tragedies to run for Ohio governor

Republican Heather Hill, Appalachian entrepreneur, is inspired by tragedies to run for Ohio governor

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Thoughts of her two foster children shot and killed by police still wake Heather Hill from her sleep once or twice a week.
Nova Scotia announces $300K pilot program to help consumers identify local products

Nova Scotia announces $300K pilot program to help consumers identify local products

HALIFAX — The Nova Scotia government has announced a $300,000 pilot program to help people buy local.