Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau arrived in Normandy Wednesday, one day ahead of the 80th anniversary of Canadian troops storming Juno Beach in what is now referred to as D-Day.
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First-ever human death of bird flu strain H5N2 confirmed in Mexico: WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed on Wednesday the first laboratory-confirmed fatal human case of avian influenza A(H5N2) in Mexico.
Free money? Mysterious person leaving $50 bills around Metro Vancouver
For several weeks, a mysterious social media user has apparently been leaving $50 bills hidden across Metro Vancouver.
Winnipeg dealing with dozens of problem properties
The City of Winnipeg is sounding the alarm as it continues to deal with dozens of problem properties, including vacant or derelict buildings.
Oak Park Road – Colborne Street West connection back on city’s agenda
City officials were advised to tread carefully while preparing plans for an Oak Park Road – Colborne Street West connection. “The biggest drawback that I’ve heard and I’ve heard it consistently, I’ve heard it loudly and I’ve heard it clearly,” said Coun. Brian Van Tilborg. “Nobody wants us to go anywhere near the (Oakhill) cemetery. […]
Man dies after collision involving pickup truck, semi-truck near Fort McMurray: RCMP
A preliminary investigation suggests a pickup truck travelling north collided with a semi-tractor trailer travelling south.
Calgary’s 2024 Canada Day festivities will have fireworks
The full schedule for Calgary’s 2024 Canada Day festivities has not yet been released – but we know the celebration will include a fireworks show.
Curtains closing for Toronto’s Phoenix Concert Theatre, which hosted Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan
Toronto’s famed Phoenix Concert Theatre is closing its doors after more than 33 years.
Kitsilano Pool won’t open this summer. Here’s why.
Weeks after saying that Kitsilano Pool’s opening would be delayed, the Vancouver Park Board has announced it actually won’t open at all this summer.
Colleen Bready’s forecast: Heavy rain moving into northern regions
A low-pressure system continues its trek across Manitoba on Wednesday, shifting the focus of the heaviest rain into northern regions.
