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Groups decry 'punitive,' 'coercive' drug policies amid worsening overdose crisis

Groups decry 'punitive,' 'coercive' drug policies amid worsening overdose crisis

VANCOUVER — A coalition of eight advocacy groups is decrying Canada's "devastating" drug policy that advocates say is doing more harm than good in the country's fight against the illicit drug overdose crisis.
Quebec provincial police spokesman charged with sexually assaulting minor in 1988

Quebec provincial police spokesman charged with sexually assaulting minor in 1988

PERCÉ, Que. — A Quebec provincial police spokesman was charged on Monday in connection with sexual crimes against a minor that were allegedly committed in 1988, before he joined the police force. Sgt.
PetroCanada issues may be 'tip of the iceberg' after Suncor cybersecurity incident

PetroCanada issues may be 'tip of the iceberg' after Suncor cybersecurity incident

CALGARY — Suncor Energy Inc. falling victim to a cyberattack may be the most significant cybersecurity breach of an oil and gas company thus far in Canadian history, experts say.
Celebration and protest erupts during Canada's largest Pride parade in Toronto

Celebration and protest erupts during Canada's largest Pride parade in Toronto

TORONTO — Bubbles filled the sky and cheers rang through the streets of Toronto on Sunday as thousands of colourfully clad revelers at Canada's largest Pride parade voiced their support for a community facing rising levels of hate and intolerance.
Trudeau in Iceland and Toronto votes: A look at what's In The News for today

Trudeau in Iceland and Toronto votes: A look at what's In The News for today

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today. Day two in Iceland for the P.M.
Lac-Mégantic urges tourists to be respectful ahead of rail disaster anniversary

Lac-Mégantic urges tourists to be respectful ahead of rail disaster anniversary

LAC-MÉGANTIC, QUE — The town of Lac-Mégantic, Que. is urging tourists to be respectful after noting inappropriate behaviours in the run up to the 10-year anniversary of the rail disaster that claimed 47 lives.
Arctic and global security top agenda as Trudeau meets Nordic leaders in Iceland

Arctic and global security top agenda as Trudeau meets Nordic leaders in Iceland

VESTMANNAEYJAR, Iceland — Arctic security and Russia's invasion of Ukraine were top of mind on Sunday as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau arrived in Iceland for a two-day summit with Nordic leaders.
US Coast Guard launches probe into Titan loss, works to gather evidence from site

US Coast Guard launches probe into Titan loss, works to gather evidence from site

BOSTON — The U.S. Coast Guard's immediate priority as it launches an investigation into the implosion of a submersible that was exploring the Titanic wreckage will be the recovery of evidence from the sea floor, an official said on Sunday.
Rising number of wildfires trigger poor air quality warnings in Ontario, Quebec

Rising number of wildfires trigger poor air quality warnings in Ontario, Quebec

OTTAWA — The number of forest fires burning across Canada crept higher over the last week and more dangerous air quality warnings were issued in parts of Ontario and Quebec Sunday.
Arctic and global security top agenda as Trudeau meets Nordic leaders in Iceland

Arctic and global security top agenda as Trudeau meets Nordic leaders in Iceland

VESTMANNAEYJAR, Iceland — Arctic security and Russia's invasion of Ukraine were top of mind as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau arrived in Iceland Sunday for a two-day summit with Nordic leaders.
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