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Iga Świątek defeats Elina Svitolina in National Bank Open semifinal

The victory secures Świątek a place in the final of the WTA 1000 tournament in Toronto.

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Montreal Police Remove Controversial License Plate Camera

The SPVM dismantled a Flock-type camera on Boulevard Henri-Bourassa following concerns over automated surveillance.

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Quebec Region Faces 237 Teacher Vacancies Ahead of School Year

Recruitment struggles in Chaudière-Appalaches contrast with broader provincial trends as the 2025 school year begins.

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Severe hailstorm damages homes and vehicles in Claresholm

Residents and officials in southern Alberta begin cleanup after a powerful storm brought large hail and intense rain to the town.

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June Storms Cause Hundreds of Millions in Insured Losses Across Prairies

Severe weather in Saskatchewan and Manitoba led to extensive property damage and soaring insurance claims.

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Canada Launches GPS-Targeted Tornado and Storm Warning System

The new system uses polygon targeting to send alerts only to those in a storm's direct path to reduce alert fatigue.

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Oakville Women Sell Eclipse Glasses to Fund Whale Conservation

Five young entrepreneurs in Ontario are leveraging solar eclipse interest to protect endangered Atlantic fin whales.

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CEBL Finals Game 1 Cancelled Due to Unsafe Court

League reverts to single-game championship after wet playing surface at CAA Centre halts Winnipeg and Brampton opener.

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Simcoe County Rovers Advance to W Canadian Championship Semifinals

A 1-0 victory over the Montreal Roses secures a spot in the tournament semifinals for the Rovers.

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Mode40 and CME Launch AeroTrace AI Initiative for Canadian Prairies

The program partners with nine aerospace and defence manufacturers to accelerate artificial intelligence adoption in the region.

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Conservative MP Urges Mark Carney to Make Big Decisions in US Trade Talks

Shuvaloy Majumdar says the Canadian government must show more backbone following recent negotiations in Washington.

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BC Premier updates on Bald Range wildfire growth

Premier David Eby reports fire has grown to 18,450 hectares amid a provincial state of emergency and looming thunderstorms.

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Montreal Reports Record Summer Tourism Surge

Hotel occupancy reached 82% as festivals, business events, and sports competitions drew more visitors to the city.

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Canadian Couple Spends Decades Chasing Total Solar Eclipses

Judy and Jay Anderson have traveled the globe for 45 years to witness the darkness of total solar eclipses.

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University of Manitoba Study Urges Planning for Digital Afterlife

Research highlights the persistence of social media data and the emergence of a market for managing digital estates after death.

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Calgary Flames sign five-year radio deal with Corus Entertainment

The NHL team moves broadcasts to QR Calgary 770 AM after Rogers shuts down Sportsnet 960 The Fan.

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Tiny Township warns of misleading election materials

Officials in Ontario say personalized letters and third-party door knockers are not authorized by the township or Elections Ontario.

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Conservation Officers Rescue Lamb From BC Wildfire Zone

A domestic lamb stranded in the Bald Range wildfire area of Summerland was saved by British Columbia officials.

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BC Premier David Eby Visits Okanagan Wildfire Evacuation Centre

The premier toured areas affected by the Bald Ridge wildfire and met with displaced residents in Penticton.

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US Tariff Deadline Pressures Prime Minister Mark Carney

A 50% tariff on Canadian goods looms as the Aug. 19, 2024, deadline approaches without a trade compromise.

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Forensics clear Montreal officer in Michel Mizrahi shooting

Autopsy confirms bullets that killed a passerby in Côte-des-Neiges came from the assailant, not the SPVM officer.

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Alberta Deploys Firefighters and Aircraft to Assist British Columbia

Alberta sends more than 200 firefighters and aerial assets to help contain more than 100 active wildfires in BC.

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Saskatchewan Chocolate Makers Win Top Innovation Award

Donovan Maess and his team combined Ecuadorian cacao with local ingredients to earn global recognition.

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Calgary Chinatown BIA Hosts Heritage Street Festival

The community celebration showcases the rich history and cultural heritage of Calgary's Chinatown district.

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Clear Skies in Canadian Maritimes for Solar Eclipse and Meteor Shower

Meteorologists forecast ideal viewing conditions for Aug. 7 celestial events across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island.

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Netflix brings Love Is Blind to Canada

The streaming giant is expanding its hit reality dating series to the Canadian market.

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Five-Foot Boa Constrictor Found Crossing Road in Ontario

The Guelph Humane Society is searching for the owner of a non-venomous red-tailed boa constrictor discovered in Arthur.

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McMaster Study Links Hamilton Soot to Industrial Coal Emissions

Researchers identify toxic chemicals in the black grime that has covered parts of the Ontario city for decades.

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Kawhi Leonard Attends National Bank Open in Toronto

The former Toronto Raptors star was spotted in the front row for Naomi Osaka's match on Tuesday night.

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BC May Transfer 300,000 Acres of Crown Land to First Nations

Proposed treaty settlements on Vancouver Island include Hatley Castle and downtown Victoria waterfront parcels.

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Calgary Stampeders Receiver Dejon Brissett to Host Youth Camp

Wide receiver Dejon Brissett will lead a football clinic for local youth at McMahon Stadium.

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Environment Canada Updates Severe Weather Alert System

New targeted warnings for tornadoes and thunderstorms aim to reduce public alert fatigue across the country.

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Gen Z drives movie theatre resurgence across Canada

Younger audiences are returning to cinemas for immersive experiences and blockbusters, boosting ticket sales in urban centres.

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University of Regina Rams to Host Flag Football Camp

The university program aims to increase youth participation and develop the sport in Saskatchewan.

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Researchers Track Contagious Cancer in North American Catfish

Scientists are monitoring a transmissible melanoma in brown bullhead catfish to determine if the disease has spread to New Brunswick.

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Ottawa councillor calls flood damage at Moodie LRT station a disaster

Heavy Canada Day storms caused flash-flooding at the under-construction transit site, leading to extensive damage.

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Inclusive Indoor Playground Opens in Downtown Ottawa

David's Clubhouse provides a community-centered play space for children and families in Ontario.

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Heavy Rain Floods Ottawa Homes and Submerges Highway 417

Intense rainfall exceeding 100 mm overwhelmed city infrastructure in mid-July 2024, leaving thousands without power.

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Taiwanese Bubble Tea Chain Xing Fu Tang Opens in Ottawa

Operator Rose Nguyen brings handcrafted drinks and from-scratch tapioca pearls to the Ontario capital.

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Floods damage Ottawa O-Train West Extension

OC Transpo assesses infrastructure damage to the rail project as the original summer 2027 opening timeline becomes uncertain.

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Colombia Earthquake Kills Up to 250 People

Colombian-Canadian communities in Ottawa and Gatineau organize aid as rescue efforts continue in western Colombia.

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Ontario Line projected cost rises to $34 billion

Metrolinx reports the transit project cost has more than tripled from original estimates and lacks a confirmed opening date.

Rockstar Games designed GTA V character Trevor Philips as response to critics

The creation of the iconic anti-hero served as a direct retort to those who criticized the Grand Theft Auto series.

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Montreal Police Dismantle Patrol Unit Over Racism Allegations

Police Chief Fady Dagher suspended three officers after misconduct reports involving a 16-member unit in Montreal-Nord.

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Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Posts 9.5% Return Boosted by SpaceX

A surge in the value of a seven-year stake in SpaceX helped the plan earn $26.6 billion in net investment income for the first half of 2026.

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NioBay Metals receives $500,000 Quebec government grant

The funding supports research and innovation for the Crevier niobium and tantalum project located north of Val-d'Or.

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SportsLine Model Predicts Red Sox-Blue Jays Matchup

Simulation data and betting odds are released ahead of the Monday game at Rogers Centre in Toronto.

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Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Reports 9.5% Return for First Half of 2026

The fund's assets top C$300 billion, driven by a stake in SpaceX and strong venture-growth performance.

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Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan reports 9.5% return for early 2026

The fund's assets surpassed C$300 billion, driven by a surge in the value of its SpaceX stake and venture-growth portfolio.

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Canada to experience three celestial events this week

A partial solar eclipse, meteor shower, and planetary parade will be visible across Canada starting Aug. 12, 2026.

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Manitoba Opens First Supervised Drug Consumption Site

The facility in downtown Winnipeg aims to prevent overdose deaths and connect users with health and social services.

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Elena Rybakina Defeats Naomi Osaka to Reach Toronto Semifinals

Rybakina overcomes a set deficit at the National Bank Open to keep her World No. 1 ranking bid alive.

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Tigres UANL Face Vancouver Whitecaps FC in Leagues Cup Match

The Liga MX side hosts the MLS club at Estadio Universitario in Monterrey for their third match of the 2026 tournament.

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Tigres UANL and Vancouver Whitecaps FC Draw in Leagues Cup Match

The match at Estadio Universitario ended in a 1-1 tie, forcing a penalty shootout to determine the winner.

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Blue Jays Host Red Sox Amid Toronto Surge

Toronto looks to extend its recent momentum while Boston attempts to snap a three-game losing streak on Tuesday.

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Meghan Markle reportedly snubbed by David Foster at Canadian gala

Critics and observers claim the host refused to greet the Duchess of Sussex on the red carpet of his charity event.

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Naomi Osaka defeats Leylah Fernandez at National Bank Open

The Canadian player was eliminated in the round of 16 during her tournament run in Toronto.

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Naomi Osaka Defeats Leylah Fernandez at National Bank Open

Canadian singles hopes end as Fernandez falls in the fourth round at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto.

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BC Municipal Candidates Face Diverse Encounters During Canvassing

From police calls to kitchen-table debates, candidates in British Columbia navigate the challenges of traditional voter outreach.

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Condor Energies Hits Production Milestone in Uzbekistan

The Canadian energy transition company reached 17,925 barrels of oil equivalent per day following new well tie-ins.