Labour Day – the unofficial end of summer – has passed, but there are still lots of outdoor activities planned across Metro Vancouver this weekend. Here are some to check out.
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Toronto film festival kicks off with plenty of star power, and ticketing problems
A star-powered Toronto International Film Festival brought out movie lovers and autograph hunters Thursday as the 11-day screen marathon returned with promises of celebrity glitz after several years of industry upheaval.
Edmonton MP ‘disappointed’ in NDP pulling out of deal with Liberals
An Edmonton MP is disappointed in the federal NDP’s decision to pull out of a supply-and-confidence agreement with the Liberals, as he said the parties accomplished a lot under the deal.
First Paralympic medal a ‘surreal’ experience, says St. Albert’s Reid Maxwell
Competing in the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris and preparing to win a silver medal made for a memorable 17th birthday for Reid Maxwell.
Kelowna Fire Department demonstrates new fire rescue boat
The Kelowna Fire Department was showing off its new regional fire rescue boat. It replaces one that is nearly 25 years old.“Fire protection in rural foreshore areas can be challenging, as everybody saw during the last group of fires,” said Blair Ireland, chair of the Regional Distric…
Jagmeet Singh says challenge ahead is convincing people NDP can win
Jagmeet Singh brought a message of hope Thursday in his first speech following the NDP’s exit from its supply and confidence deal with the minority Liberals, who portrayed his move as a bow to Conservative wishes.
‘Extensive:’ Police arrest auto dealership sales rep in $1.5M fraud
Hamilton police have arrested a sales representative at a local auto dealership in connection with an “extensive” fraud and identity theft investigation involving high-end vehicles.
James Smith Cree Nation to quietly mark second anniversary of mass killing event
James Smith Cree Nation Chief Kirby Constant says a quiet feast will acknowledge the second anniversary of a mass stabbing.
Canada condemns alleged Russian interference in 2024 U.S. election
The U.S. took wide-ranging actions on Wednesday, alleging Russia had engaged in disinformation campaigns targeting the 2024 presidential election.
Premier Legault to make ministerial ‘adjustment’ Thursday to replace Fitzgibbon
On Thursday afternoon, Quebec will find out who will inherit the ministerial functions of ‘superminister’ Pierre Fitzgibbon, who announced his departure from political life Wednesday.
