Category Archives: The Canadian Press

MPs swipe at Carney's claim that Canada has no feminist foreign policy
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney's claim that Canada does not have a "feminist foreign policy" spilled into the political arena Monday, drawing both criticism and praise. "Prime Minister Carney is ...
The Canadian Press Nov 24, 2025

Two brothers, 19 and 22, dead after being struck by a light-rail train near Montreal
MONTREAL - The deaths of two brothers struck by a light-rail train over the weekend has a community southwest of Montreal reeling. Simon and Samuel Brochu, both of St-Rmi, Que., died after being struc...
The Canadian Press Nov 24, 2025
First Nation looks to develop 'wealth fund' for major projects investments
OTTAWA - A First Nation in Ontario is looking to create what it's calling a "sovereign wealth fund" to bypass government and move major projects forward faster with Indigenous participation. The First...
The Canadian Press Nov 24, 2025

Migrants rights groups call on government to withdraw border security bill
OTTAWA - The federal government's border security bill is an open door to violating the rights of migrants and should be dropped, advocacy groups said on Monday on Parliament Hill. Representatives of ...
The Canadian Press Nov 24, 2025

Pentagon says it's investigating Sen. Mark Kelly over video urging troops to defy 'illegal orders'
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Pentagon announced Monday it is investigating Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona over possible breaches of military law after the former Navy pilot joined a handful of other l...
The Canadian Press Nov 24, 2025

1 of 4 accused in alleged Quebec extremist plot appears in court, to return next year
QUBEC - One of four accused in an alleged anti-government plot to forcibly take control of land in the Quebec City area appeared briefly in court today and will return before a judge in the new year. ...
The Canadian Press Nov 24, 2025

Quebec Liberal Leader Rodriguez struggles to manage crisis within party
MONTREAL - As the turmoil engulfing the Quebec Liberals enters its second week, leader Pablo Rodriguez is facing questions about his ability to manage his caucus - let alone a provincial government. R...
The Canadian Press Nov 24, 2025

Nine of Alberta Premier Smith's UCP legislature members facing recall petitions
EDMONTON - Nine members of Premier Danielle Smith's United Conservative Party caucus are now facing recall petitions - enough to potentially tip the balance of power in the legislature. Elections Albe...
The Canadian Press Nov 24, 2025

Health minister noncommittal on pharmacare, says expert report isn't binding
OTTAWA - The federal health minister is not committing to following the road map set out by an expert committee to launch a national pharmacare system. Marjorie Michel said her government is reviewing...
The Canadian Press Nov 24, 2025

Ottawa announces $35 million for 30 oral health training programs across Canada
MONTREAL - The federal government has announced more than $35 million over three years to train dental students across the country. Health Minister Marjorie Michel made the announcement today in Montr...
The Canadian Press Nov 24, 2025