The investigation into allegations a B.C. woman drugged and stole from men who hired her as an escort – leaving one victim dead – was marked by “professional negligence, recklessness, and operational failures,” according to a judge.
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Highway 13 closure after pedestrian hit, injured
Provincial Police say a man in his 80s is in critical condition after being hit while trying to cross Highway 13.
Montreal opens first compost plant
After years of discussion, Montreal’s first compost plant officially opened Monday in the St-Laurent borough.
Toronto Blue Jays hire David Popkins as their new hitting coach
The Toronto Blue Jays have hired David Popkins as the team’s new hitting coach.
Should AI get an A+ in classrooms? Manitoba expert weighs in
New data is revealing the good, the bad and the ugly of artificial intelligence in schools.
Fatal shooting at Homestead Drive home linked to organized crime: police
Police now say a deadly shooting Friday evening in northeast Calgary is linked to organized crime. According to police, about a quarter of the year’s total shootings are.
Nearly half of Winnipeg construction projects completed as nice weather extends work season
Almost half of the Winnipeg’s construction projects are either done or substantially done, according to the city.
Calgary athlete Yohan Eskrick-Parkinson tries to make a splash in bobsleigh
Yohan Eskrick-Parkinson’s dream was to compete in the Olympics and for many years, he thought that would be in diving.
‘Present gain for future pain’: Advocacy group wants MPI to slam breaks on proposed rate increase
A Canadian consumer advocacy group is sounding the alarm over a proposed Autopac rate increase by Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI).
Richmond RCMP appeal for information in woman’s drowning death on Oct. 3
Police are seeking dash cam footage to piece together the final moments of a woman who drowned in the Fraser River more than two weeks ago.