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Canada · 6 d ago
B.C. stops changing its clocks this fall, and experts warn of darker mornings
Vancouver Coastal Health says the morning commute will be darker than usual and could discourage walking or biking. It advises bright colours, reflective gear and eye contact with drivers, and asks drivers to slow down.
Canada · 6 d ago
University Health Network gets $35 million for a new transplant institute
The Ajmera family, founders of FGF Brands, gave the gift, bringing their giving to UHN to $62 million. UHN says it is the largest known donation in Canada to transplant care by a single family.
Canada · 6 d ago
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Ottawa brings in fines of $5,000 to $1.5 million for fraudulent immigration advice
A new fines policy, in effect Wednesday, sets a minimum fine of $5,000 for anyone who gives immigration advice or acts as a representative for pay without authorization.
Canada · 6 d ago
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Ontario seeks new Niagara casino investors and cuts the tax rate for operators
Ontario will set a standardized gambling tax rate of 9.75 per cent for Niagara operators. Current rates are not public, but two industry sources put them above 40 per cent.
Canada · 6 d ago
Alberta NDP accuses Premier Danielle Smith of gerrymandering ahead of a new electoral map
NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi says a confidential report on new riding boundaries gerrymanders Lethbridge and northwest Calgary. The report is not public, and its claims could not be verified.
Canada · 6 d ago
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Humpback whale Notcho dies after being hit by a BC Ferries vessel
A dead humpback was seen on Oct 26 near the Grace Islands, where a ferry reported hitting a whale 10 days earlier. Staff on a BC Ferries vessel saw it, and Fisheries and Oceans Canada recovered it.
Canada · 6 d ago
Two soldiers badly burned in the CFB Wainwright fire remain in hospital in Edmonton
The Oct 17 fire during a training exercise killed four soldiers and injured 39 others. The base is southeast of Edmonton, and the disaster is still under investigation.
Canada · 6 d ago
One sexual assault charge against Frank Stronach is dropped ahead of his second trial
His lawyer, Leora Shemesh, says the prosecution involving one complainant was withdrawn from the Newmarket, Ontario, trial set for next year.
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