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Three charged, including spouse, with supplying ammunition to N.S. mass shooter

Three charged, including spouse, with supplying ammunition to N.S. mass shooter

HALIFAX — Three people, including the killer's former spouse, have been charged with supplying ammunition to the gunman who killed 22 people in the April 18-19 mass shooting in Nova Scotia.
Trudeau stresses digital tech's potential — and dangers — at global AI summit

Trudeau stresses digital tech's potential — and dangers — at global AI summit

MONTREAL — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau kicked off the inaugural meeting of a global council on artificial intelligence by warning of the danger of unbridled digital technology, despite its potential to change the world for the better.
'My only wish:' Children asking pet charity to help their furry friends at Christmas

'My only wish:' Children asking pet charity to help their furry friends at Christmas

CALGARY — One child asks for a coat for her dog in case her family gets evicted. Another girl hopes Santa can bring her pet medication he needs. Another wishes for enough dog food.
Ontario COVID-19 task force and Biden's mask plan: In The News for Dec. 4

Ontario COVID-19 task force and Biden's mask plan: In The News for Dec. 4

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kick-start your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Dec. 4 ... What we are watching in Canada ...
The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Friday, Dec. 4, 2020

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Friday, Dec. 4, 2020

The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 4:00 a.m. ET on Friday Dec. 4, 2020. There are 396,270 confirmed cases in Canada. Canada: 396,270 confirmed cases (69,255 active, 314,608 resolved, 12,407 deaths).
Children and youth with special needs 'left out' of pandemic response: B.C. watchdog

Children and youth with special needs 'left out' of pandemic response: B.C. watchdog

VANCOUVER — Victoria O'Connor says she's reached a breaking point while constantly managing and advocating for the supports she needs for her twin sons, who are non-verbal and have been diagnosed with autism.
COVID-19 vaccine approval could be days away as pressures mount on health-care system

COVID-19 vaccine approval could be days away as pressures mount on health-care system

Senior Health Canada officials said Thursday they could be just days away from approving a COVID-19 vaccine as many provinces reported increasing hospitalizations and Quebec cancelled plans to allow gatherings over the Christmas holidays.
Metro Vancouver transit system confirms ransomware attack, says payment data secure

Metro Vancouver transit system confirms ransomware attack, says payment data secure

VANCOUVER — Metro Vancouver's transit authority is confirming that it was the target of a ransomware attack on part of its information technology systems.
The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020

The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 7:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020. There are 396,270 confirmed cases in Canada. _ Canada: 396,270 confirmed cases (69,255 active, 314,608 resolved, 12,407 deaths).
Liberals accuse Conservatives of disregarding court deadline, filibustering MAID bill

Liberals accuse Conservatives of disregarding court deadline, filibustering MAID bill

OTTAWA — Federal Liberals are accusing the Conservatives of thumbing their noses at a looming court deadline by filibustering a bill to expand access to medical assistance in dying.
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