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TORONTO STAR Thursday, November 17, 2022 12:00 AM Toronto's 'signature' affordable housing program could finally break ground after years of delays       Facing new risks from rising interest rates, the first three of 21 projects could begin construction this summer, says a new report

TORONTO STAR Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:34 PM Threat of CUPE strike frustrates parents and students       Ontario school boards make plans to shut schools and switch to online learning

TORONTO STAR Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:01 PM Rosie DiManno: Man guilty of the violent murder of the Ottey sisters gets day parole       Grief, unlike a life in prison sentence, really is a life sentence, writes Rosie DiManno.

TORONTO STAR Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:52 PM Have your say: Will you be hitting up bars to watch the World Cup?

TORONTO STAR Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:36 PM Humber College deploys 'active attacker' false alarm to staff, students via app       The school determined that there was no threat and cancelled the alert before lockdown procedures were triggered.

TORONTO STAR Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:24 PM Midday execution happened as 'shocked' undercover cops watched Etobicoke restaurant       Det.-Const. Bradley Derrough testified he was watching through binoculars when prosecutors say Keeshawn Brown shot and killed Antonio Fiorda, 50. Alleged getaway driver Saaid Mohiadin is on trial for first-degree murder.

TORONTO STAR Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:03 PM 'Tharshi, what happened?': Court hears horrific retelling of Toronto woman's death by machete       Sasikaran Thanapalasingam has acknowledged he the man seen on video chasing down and killing his estranged wife Tharshika Jeganathan, but has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:35 PM This is what's happening with schools if Ontario education workers strike again       For the second time this month, Ontario school boards are putting plans in place as education workers across the province set to strike on Monday if a new deal is not reached with the government.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:48 PM A 12-year-old says she does 'not feel safe' at Toronto school after physical violence threats       Khadijah Roy would normally be in school on a Wednesday but is instead at her mom's work.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:31 PM Toronto man says Canada Post suspended mail to his house over a garbage bin dispute       A Toronto man says mail to his home has been halted because a garbage bin that is a foot below his mailbox is purportedly impeding the Canada Post mail carrier.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:40 PM One person in critical condition after being rescued from apartment fire in west end       A man is in critical condition after being pulled from an apartment fire in Toronto's west end on Wednesday evening.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:52 PM Want to go to small claims court? It could take more than a year to hear your case       Ontario's small claims court system has been facing a massive backlog because of the pandemic.

CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:19 PM Santa Claus parade returns to the streets of Toronto this weekend       After a two-year pandemic hiatus, Torontonians will finally be able to see Santa Claus parading through the downtown core this year.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:37 PM Remains found in Prince George, B.C., park belong to woman killed 32 years ago, police say       Mounties in Prince George, B.C., say human remains found in a park in the city in October have been identified as those of a woman killed more than 30 years ago.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:49 PM These 25 smaller cities were named the best in Canada       If you're tired of living in big and crowded cities and want to move to a new place, a new list might help you decide where to go.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:04 PM Jay Leno has surgery for burns from car fire, in good condition       Jay Leno underwent surgery for serious burns suffered when flames erupted as he worked on a vintage car and remains hospitalized for further treatment, the physician overseeing his care said Wednesday.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:03 PM Republicans win slim U.S. Congress majority over Democrats       Republicans won control of the U.S. House on Wednesday, returning the party to power in Washington and giving conservatives leverage to blunt President Joe Biden's agenda and spur a flurry of investigations. But a threadbare majority will pose immediate challenges for GOP leaders and complicate the party's ability to govern.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:50 PM Can a tiger catch COVID-19? Database of susceptible animals grows       Numerous cases of coronavirus infections in cats, dogs, and other animals have surfaced since the pandemic's beginning, but a new worldwide database offers more insight than ever before.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:23 PM U.S. and Russia clash over responsibility for missile in Poland       The U.S. and its Western allies clashed with Russia at the UN Security Council on Wednesday over responsibility for a deadly missile strike in Poland near the Ukrainian border, an event the UN political chief called 'a frightening reminder of the absolute need to prevent any further escalation' of the nine-month war in Ukraine.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:52 PM Winter 'Freedom Convoy' blockades cost billions to Canada's economy, inquiry hears       Transport Canada estimates as much as $3.9 billion in trade activity was halted because of border blockades across the country related to protests against COVID-19 restrictions last winter.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:28 PM Pedestrian killed after being struck by tractor trailer on Hwy. 7 east of Peterborough: OPP       The collision involving a pedestrian and a tractor trailer occurred on Hwy. 7 near Burnham Line, east of Peterborough.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:45 PM Federal government invests $6.4 million into Southern Interior businesses       The Southern Interior's growing tech sector is getting a boost from the federal government. Over 6 million dollars will be invested into local innovative businesses.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:39 PM City of Penticton caps number of pets to six per residence       That limit: three dogs maximum, five cats maximum and five bunnies maximum, but no more than six animals total in one residence.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:35 PM B.C. senior injured in stolen-car crash feels left behind by ICBC's no-fault insurance       In a statement to Global News, ICBC said the organization is doing everything it can to support Colpitts and make sure he is able to access the care available to him.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:34 PM Police seek suspect after attempted kidnapping in central Edmonton       Police say they have a suspect in connection with an attempted kidnapping in central Edmonton this week and are asking the public for tips on his identity or whereabouts.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:29 PM Details missing in Vancouver mayor's pledge to hire 100 police officers, nurses       The $6 million proposed in ABC Vancouver's first motion on the plan would only be enough to hire about 57 police officers and 21 new nurses next year.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:28 PM North Korea launches ballistic missile toward sea, South Korea's military says       North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hue said a recent U.S.-South Korea-Japan summit accord on the North would leave tensions on the Korean Peninsula "more unpredictable."

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:20 PM Drought-driven state of emergency extended on Sunshine Coast       The move extends a ban on water use to fill hot tubs and pools, installing ice surfaces, growing non-medical cannabis or producing concrete and gravel until at least Nov. 21.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:16 PM Senators snap home losing skid, top Sabres 4-1       It wasn't the most impressive victory but it was enough to give the struggling Ottawa Senators a boost of confidence.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:13 PM Anunoby leads Raptors to comeback win over Miami       Kyle Lowry said he both loves and hates playing against former Toronto Raptors teammate Fred VanVleet.

Toronto Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:33 PM NASA capsule on way to moon after launch by giant new rocket       CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — A space capsule hurtled toward the moon Wednesday for the first time in 50 years, following a thunderous launch of NASA's mightiest rocket in a dress rehearsal for astronaut flights. No one was on board this debut flight, just three test dummies. The capsule is headed for a wide orbit around […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:24 PM Republicans win U.S. House majority, setting stage for divided government       WASHINGTON — Republicans were projected to win a majority in the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday, setting the stage for two years of divided government as President Joe Biden's Democratic Party held control of the Senate. The victory gives Republicans the power to rein in Biden's agenda, as well as to launch potentially politically […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:21 PM Wisconsin Christmas parade attacker sentenced to life in prison without parole       A Wisconsin man convicted of killing six people and injuring dozens more when he drove through a Christmas parade near Milwaukee last year was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Wednesday. Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge Jennifer Dorow handed down six consecutive life prison terms to Darrell Brooks, 40, who […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:19 PM Officers couldn't stop 'Freedom Convoy' protesters entering Canada: Ex-CBSA head       OTTAWA — The former head of the Canada Border Services Agency was surprised to learn last winter that officers did not have the authority to stop would-be protesters from entering the country as demonstrations against COVID-19 restrictions were gaining momentum across Canada, he testified Wednesday. CBSA started to see the first slow-roll protest past the […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:14 PM Elon Musk tells Twitter staff in email to accept 'hardcore' culture or leave       Elon Musk sent an email to Twitter Inc. employees requiring them to pledge to stay with the company, working long hours at "high intensity" during its transformation, or to accept a buyout. Staff will have to complete the online form by 5 p.m. New York time on Thursday or accept three months severance. For Twitter […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:12 PM Elon Musk says he will find a new leader for Twitter       Elon Musk said on Wednesday he expected to reduce his time at Twitter and eventually find a new leader to run the social media company, adding that he hoped to complete an organizational restructuring this week. Musk made the remarks while testifying in a Delaware court to defend against claims that his $56 billion pay […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:10 PM Raptors find another gear in the third quarter to overcome Kyle Lowry and the Miami Heat       For the better part of three quarters, the Raptors were in chase mode trying to track down the Miami Heat who seemed set to run away with this one. It wasn't until the 5:08 mark of the third that the Raptors finally caught the Heat who had held the lead throughout the game to that […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:05 PM Jay Leno has surgery for burns from car fire, in good condition       LOS ANGELES — Jay Leno underwent surgery for serious burns suffered when flames erupted as he worked on a vintage car and remains hospitalized for further treatment, the physician overseeing his care said Wednesday. The former "Tonight Show" host was in good condition and his wife, Mavis, is with him at the Grossman Burn Center […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:53 PM Police in Mexico spot dog with human arm in its mouth       MEXICO CITY — Police in southern Mexico said Wednesday they found a dismembered human body after spotting a dog trotting down the street with a human arm in its mouth. It was the third time in the last month that canines have been seen in Mexico trotting off with human body parts. Police in the […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:29 PM Texas executes man for killing pregnant ex-girlfriend and her son, 7       HUNT, Texas — A Texas inmate who killed his pregnant ex-girlfriend and her 7-year-old son more than 17 years ago was executed on Wednesday, after courts rejected his appeals over claims of religious freedom violations and indifference to his medical needs. Stephen Barbee, 55, received a lethal injection at the state penitentiary in Huntsville. He […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:28 PM New tally show Arizona voters reject stricter voter ID law       PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona voters who overwhelmingly cast their ballots by mail have rejected a measure that would have would have required them to add more information to the simple signature and date they now put on the back of the return envelope. Proposition 309 also would have eliminated the ability of registered voters who […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:08 PM Trade ties, global economics on table as Trudeau arrives in Thailand for APEC       BANGKOK — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is now in Thailand for his third international summit in less than a week as Canada tries to expand its trade relationships in Asia. This is the third stop on a 10-day foreign trip that began at a meeting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in Cambodia and […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:55 PM Novelist Tess Gunty wins National Book Award for fiction       NEW YORK (AP) — Tess Gunty's "The Rabbit Hutch," a sweeping novel set in a low-income housing community in Indiana, has won the National Book Award for fiction. The nonfiction prize went to Imani Perry's "South to America," and Sabaa Tahir's "All My Rage" won for young people's literature. In poetry, John Keene was cited […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:25 PM Raptors spoil Lowry's return to Toronto with win over Heat       O.G. Anunoby scored a game-high 32 points as the Toronto Raptors beat the Miami Heat 112-104 in Kyle Lowry's return to the city. Anunoby had his best all-around game on Wednesday, hitting 13 of 18 shots and finishing with 10 rebounds. Fred VanVleet returned to the starting lineup after battling a non-COVID-19 illness, adding 23 […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:09 PM Leno has surgery for burns from car fire, in good condition       LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jay Leno underwent surgery for serious burns suffered when flames erupted as he worked on a vintage car and remains hospitalized for further treatment, the physician overseeing his care said Wednesday. The former "Tonight Show" host was in good condition and his wife, Mavis, is with him at the Grossman Burn […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:08 PM 4 children killed, 2 others injured in Iowa house fire       MASON CITY, Iowa (AP) — A house fire left four children dead and two people injured early Wednesday in northern Iowa. Mason City firefighters were called to the fire about 5 a.m. in an older home in a neighborhood near the city's downtown. Crews who arrived could see flames in the first and second floors […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:04 PM Thailand to stress sustainability at Asia-Pacific summit       BANGKOK (AP) — Leaders from the 21-member Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum begin a two-day summit in Thailand's capital on Friday with a crowded backdrop of issues to contend with: the war in Ukraine, great power rivalry in Asia, and the global crises of food and energy shortages, inflation and supply chain disruptions. "It is clear […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:59 PM Reports: Myanmar releases 4 foreign prisoners in amnesty       BANGKOK (AP) — Myanmar media outlets are reporting the country's military-controlled government has announced has released an Australian academic, a Japanese filmmaker and an ex-British diplomat as part of a prisoner amnesty to mark the country's National Victory Day. Government's spokesperson Maj. Gen. Zaw Min Tun told the Voice of Myanmar and Yangon Media Group […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:56 PM Prosecutors search home of Americans charged in Guatemala       GUATEMALA CITY (AP) — Prosecutors in Guatemala said Thursday they have found more possible pre-Hispanic artifacts during a search of the home of an American couple facing charges of smuggling historical relics. Prosecution spokesman Juan Luis Pantaleón said several pieces were found at the home that may be seized as evidence in the case. The […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:21 PM Allen: Alabama to leave voter registration partnership       MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama will withdraw from a 32-state voter registration partnership, the incoming secretary of state announced on Wednesday, a decision that drew sharp criticism from his outgoing counterpart. Republican Wes Allen, who will be sworn in as secretary of state in January, said he sent a letter announcing the state will end […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:07 PM US House win by ex-combat pilot cements Republican control       LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rep. Mike Garcia, a former Navy fighter pilot, scored an upset U.S. House win Wednesday, handing Republicans control of the chamber and giving the GOP a rare reason to celebrate in a state dominated by Democrats that is also home to the likely future speaker, House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy. Garcia […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:04 PM Seoul: North Korea fires ballistic missile toward sea       SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea says North Korea has fired a ballistic missile toward its eastern waters. South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff says the launch was made Thursday but gave no further details. The launch came hours after North Korea's foreign minister threatened Thursday to launch "fiercer" military responses to U.S. moves […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:43 PM Toronto public schools will close next week if no deal reached between CUPE, government       The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) said its public schools would again be closed to in-person learning next week if a new deal is not reached with Ontario education workers and the province by Nov. 21. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) announced Wednesday that it filed a five-day strike notice, saying that after […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:30 PM Japan racks up trade deficit as exports, imports hit records       TOKYO (AP) — Japan marked a trade deficit for the 15th month in a row in October, as both imports and exports reached record highs amid the soaring costs of energy and food and a drooping yen. The deficit, at 2.16 trillion yen ($15 billion), was the highest for the month of October since comparable […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:15 PM Winnipeg artist Divya Mehra wins $100K Sobey prize for visual art       OTTAWA — Visual artist Divya Mehra has won the $100,000 Sobey Art Award. The Winnipeg-based Mehra was named winner of the prestigious prize at a gala at the National Gallery of Canada. Award jury chair Jonathan Shaughnessy describes Mehra's work as "resoundingly timely and sophisticated in addressing systems of cultural representation, production and authority."  She's […]

G-Alt cp24.com Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:21 PM Ontario education workers' union files notice to go back on strike - CP24       The Canadian Union of Public Employees' (CUPE) said that despite "many late hour attempts to achieve a freely negotiated settlement," talks with the ...

G-Alt cp24.com Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:38 PM Economists see signs of inflation easing, despite annual rate holding steady - CP24       In its latest consumer price index report, Statistics Canada said the country's annual inflation rate was 6.9 per cent last month, unchanged from ...

G-Alt cp24.com Wednesday, November 16, 2022 4:45 PM Celebrate the Season of Giving with the Return of the CP24 CHUM CHRISTMAS WISH ...       TORONTO (November 16, 2022) – CP24 and CHUM 104.5 return to partner on the annual CP24 CHUM CHRISTMAS WISH (The Wish) toy drive campaign, ...

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:33 PM Ottawa Catholic, French boards to close schools if CUPE members go on strike       The union issued the required five-day notice of potential job action in Ontario on Wednesday.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:37 PM CUPE gives five days' notice: Ontario has repealed Bill 28, but labour woes are far from over       "Across the board, everyone is upset about the last three or four years."

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:05 PM Ottawa police seeking suspect in knife-related incident in Centretown       The episode occurred Oct. 23 at a community centre.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:36 PM Youth, 17, fined $958 for speeding on Hwy 5 near Chelsea       A 17-year-old Gatineau youth was hit with a $958 fine and had his driver's licence suspended for seven days after he was caught travelling at 168 km/h on Highway 5 near Chelsea on Tuesday. The speed limit on the highway is 100 km/h. The arrest also means 14 demerit points will be added to his […]

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:33 PM Gatineau police seek witnesses after woman, child seriously injured when struck by car Tuesday       The victims were in stable condition at last report.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:31 PM Mayor Sutcliffe doesn't want the power to pass bylaws with more than a third of council support       The Ontario government is proposing to supercharge the powers of the mayor of Ottawa, in the latest move of provincial actions aimed at bulldozing local opposition to housing development.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:28 PM Man, 26, charged in connection with business robberies       A 26-year-old Ottawa man faces a number of charges in connection with four robberies at businesses in late October and early November, the Ottawa Police Service said Wednesday. Police had issued an appeal on Nov. 10 for public assistance in identifying a suspect following three similar robberies at a Merivale Road business in which the […]

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:06 PM Baby Alfie needs heart surgery now. He can't get an ICU bed until January.       Pediatric hospitals across the country are being forced to cancel surgeries as ICUs overflow with very sick kids, leaving families like Alfie's left in the lurch

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:56 PM Children's health crisis: Ottawa school board to vote on mask mandate; premier hammered again for not wearing a mask       The new board was sworn in Tuesday night. Lyra Evans was voted chair and Justine Bell is vice chair. Both of them are strong supporters of the masking motion.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:36 PM Teen taken to hospital in stable condition after being freed from flipped vehicle       Paramedics transported a teen to hospital in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries after their pickup flipped in rural south Ottawa on Wednesday afternoon. First responders were called to the crash at Shea and Brownlee roads at 12:09 p.m. The pickup had landed on its side, trapping the driver, Ottawa Fire Services said. Firefighters stabilized the […]

Windsor Star Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:32 PM 'Vehicle of interest' photo released as Windsor police escalate search for missing 13-year-old girl       Windsor Police are seeking the public's help in identifying a vehicle that may be related to the disappearance of 13-year-old Mackenna Deslippe-McLellan. If you have info on the driver or vehicle, a dark-coloured 2014-17 Nissan Rogue, contact police at 519-258-6111. Police said Wednesday they believe the missing 13-year-old girl is still in the city, but […]

The Province Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:00 PM Michel Rodrigue: It's time to man up and talk about feelings this Movember       Opinion: Let's not lose sight of the important cause behind that handlebar, dusty muz, or whatever you've got growing on your upper lip, let's man-up and talk about our mental health

The Province Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:00 PM Letters to The Province, Nov. 17, 2022: Attack on artwork is nonsensical       Stop giving environmental activists a media platform, writes Larry Comeau

The Province Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:43 PM Canucks: Bo Horvat doing everything right in his contract year       Bo Horvat has six power-play goals, six even-strength goals and two short-handed goals in 17 games this season.

The Province Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:15 PM Nights of Fights returns to pack a punch for amateur boxing fans at Italian Cultural Centre       Bob Ginnetti, 83, a former Vancouver-area boxer, has been going to Night of Fights since its earliest incarnations.

The Province Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:14 PM Vancouver Giants: Summit Series tribute features specialty jerseys, visits from '72 stars       Dennis Hull, 77, will be on hand for the Giants' game Friday against the Kamloops Blazers.

The Province Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:16 PM Vancouver Giants notebook: Draft pick Chloe Primerano finding form with school sport girls team       Chloe Primerano became the first female skater selected in a major junior draft when the Vancouver Giants picked her in the 13th round of the WHL draft in May.

Ottawa Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:57 PM GARRIOCH: Struggling Senators find a way to get a much-needed win against the Sabres       It wasn't the prettiest game the Senators have ever played, but it looked pretty good when the final buzzer sounded as the club was able to score a 4-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres in front of 13,558 at the CTC.

Ottawa Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:32 PM WARREN' S PIECE: Joseph aims to raise his game, Bernard-Docker's comfort grows and Larsson talks about Swedish pride       After a day off, Ottawa Senators coach D.J. Smith greeted his team with a new look up front Wednesday night, flip-flopping forwards Drake Batherson and Mathieu Joseph with the aim of sparking more offence. Joseph welcomed the move, which saw him start on a line with Derick Brassard and Alex DeBrincat, hoping it's the kick […]

Ottawa Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:11 PM GARRIOCH: Two OHL owners have teamed up in a bid to purchase the Ottawa Senators       Teams are forming off the ice to try to purchase the Ottawa Senators. League sources told this newspaper Wednesday Michael Andlauer, a Toronto billionaire who owns the Ontario Hockey League's Hamilton Bulldogs, has formed a partnership with Oshawa Generals owner Rocco Tullio in attempt to buy the Senators. Sources say Tullio, the owner of Windsor-based […]

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:09 PM Saskatoon city council votes on downtown arena site       Council votes unanimously for site north of Midtown shopping centre.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:16 PM Saskatoon Tribal Council holds open houses to answer questions about new shelter site       The STC plans to host two more sessions for the public at the new shelter location in Fairhaven on Thursday.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:23 PM Closing arguments made at Saskatoon child abuse, neglect trial       A Saskatoon judge will decide next year if a woman and her boyfriend are guilty of assaulting, confining and neglecting two young boys.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:38 PM Man charged with second-degree murder in death of 20-year-old Nykera Brown       Officers were called around 8:15 p.m. to a home in the 100 block of Avenue P South, where Brown's body was found. Police say she and the 25-year-old man were known to each other.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:34 PM RCMP investigating suspicious death in Weyakwin       Kenneth Henderson, 33, was found dead near the community at a boat launch area on the west side of Montreal Lake.

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:48 PM Vanstone: Hometown Grey Cup 'a dream come true' for Argos' Josh Hagerty       Argonauts defensive back Josh Hagerty is ready for another Regina-based Grey Cup game. He was in the stands when the Riders won in 2013.

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:18 PM In photos: Grey Cup celebrations take over Regina       The 109th Grey Cup festival is underway in Regina. Check back all week for new photos as the parties begin before the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Toronto Argonauts meet in the big game Nov. 20.

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:14 PM Mario Alford excited about new deal with Saskatchewan Roughriders       Mario Alford, the West Division's top special teams player, signed a contract extension with the Roughriders shortly after the 2022 season.

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:48 PM Sask. home care operator alleges 'stinky' situation following contract dispute       The executive director of Emmanuel Villa says patients have been moved to another facility that was once connected to the late brother of Christine Tell.

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:08 PM Roughriders sign American quarterback Zerrick Cooper       Quarterback Zerrick Cooper was one of three Americans signed by the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Wednesday.

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:57 PM No Riders in game, but economic win with Grey Cup and Agribition       109th Grey Cup game will be played Nov. 20 while the 51st Canadian Western Agribition starts Nov. 28.

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:37 PM McNuggets: Reporters finally abstain from asking sex question       The sex question is no longer part of the Grey Cup, to which the Leader-Post's Murray McCormick says "Good riddance."

Regina Leader-Post Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:20 PM Police investigating after Monday night fire closes Michaels craft store until end of February       Regina residents have one less craft cache to rely on this holiday season after a Monday night fire at the city's only Michaels forced its closure likely through to the end of February.

National Observer Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:41 PM Why fighting climate disinformation is critical at COP27 — and beyond       The Climate Action Against Disinformation coalition, made up of organizations across Europe, Australia, Africa and North America, was formed at last year's United Nations climate conference in Glasgow.

National Observer Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:36 PM G20 summit spills into COP27       Countries are well behind on reaching an agreement at COP27 that outlines their collective climate action, but the G20 summit might have just nudged negotiators to find common ground.

National Observer Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:23 PM 'Freedom Convoy' blockades cost billions to Canada's economy       Transport Canada estimates as much as $3.9 billion in trade activity was halted because of border blockades across the country related to protests against COVID-19 restrictions last winter.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:46 PM Canadians will get first dibs on vaccines made at Moderna's Laval plant, CEO says       Work could start by the end of the year on the $180-million facility, with construction expected to be completed in 2024.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:21 PM Quebec slaps ceiling on driver's licence and car registration fee increases       The three per cent cap, which also applies to the cost of renting rooms in public long-term-care homes, is another plank of the Coalition Avenir Québec government's "inflation shield" plan.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:18 PM West Island community calendar for the week of Nov. 17       Contribute to the Gazette's West Island/Off-Island community calendar by email at wicomcal@postmedia.com.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:42 PM Bill 96 won't be softened, vows new language minister Jean-François Roberge       "The bill will stand, of course. We just voted (it into law)."

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:37 PM Laurent Duvernay-Tardif to work out with Jets: report       The offensive lineman walked away from football in 2020 to work in medicine at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:16 PM Defenceman Mike Matheson nears return for Canadiens       Veteran blue-liner was supposed to be out until mid-December, but he's been cleared for contact and might be in the lineup Thursday.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:15 PM What the Puck: Gorton, Hughes deserve kudos for Canadiens' turnaround       But former GM Marc Bergevin and his drafting boss, Trevor Timmins, left their mark on rebuilding Habs.

Calgary Herald Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:27 PM Hobson's Choice: Two very different experiences on tap at community theatres       Mark Nov. 25 on your calendar for the opening of two new community theatre productions. That's when a pair of war brides will be dropping by Confederation Theatre for a dinner theatre date and when Buddy the elf will begin his month-long stay at StoryBook Theatre. Calgary playwright P. Gail Whiteford didn't have to look […]

Calgary Herald Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:15 PM Province orders new review of sexual assault allegations against Coun. Sean Chu       'These allegations are serious and we do not take them lightly,' read a statement from the premier's office

Calgary Herald Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:00 PM Opinion: Pandemic of misinformation threatens hard-earned lessons of Alberta's health-care community       As Alberta emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, some lessons are clear. We were all affected by COVD-related illness. Devastatingly, over 5,000 Albertan lives were lost. Now we must address the consequences of delays in other crucial health areas including cancer, heart disease, mental illness and joint surgery. Notably, new strains of flu and respiratory infections […]

Calgary Herald Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:03 PM 'Not a luxurious lifestyle': $22.40 an hour is deemed to be living wage in Calgary       The Alberta Living Wage Network calculates a modest budget to determine the necessary hourly wage for a number of Alberta communities

Calgary Herald Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:52 PM City sees above-average snow-clearing complaints made to 311 since last snowfall       With light snow in the forecast, the city's priority snow-clearing plan may be in effect before the end of Wednesday, just over a week since the last major snowfall that saw an above-average number of calls placed to the city's 311 line. Since the winter storm that blanketed most of southern Alberta until Nov. 7, […]

Calgary Herald Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:36 PM Crown closes case in trial of trio charged in torture of Calgary man       'We will not be proceeding with count three (robbery) and count five (sexual assault with a weapon) against Christina Ann Schollen,' the prosecutor said

Calgary Herald Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:30 PM Varcoe: Replacing CPP, new Alberta revenue agency, surplus plan are priorities for finance minister       These complex issues are included in the ministerial mandate letter that Premier Danielle Smith handed to Travis Toews

Calgary Herald Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:22 PM Aiding health worker shortage flagged as focus for Alberta advanced education ministry       In addition to bolstering health education, the mandate letter seeks to continue adding seats for 'high-demand programs'

Calgary Herald Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:13 PM Alberta Education announces mental health supports without addressing causes       Parents and education advocates have argued that the lack of stronger health measures, like mask mandates, are specifically causing disruptions, stress and anxiety among students

Calgary Herald Wednesday, November 16, 2022 5:08 PM Three-year sentence proposed for Morley youth in fatal stabbing       The youth, now 17, pleaded guilty earlier this year to manslaughter in the 2021 death of Morley resident Nathaniel Jake Beaver

Calgary Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:17 PM 'I hate it here': Flames newbies Weegar, Huberdeau have miserable memories in Tampa       TAMPA — The second stop on this road-trip will bring back fond memories. The first? Not so much, While there's already significant buzz about Saturday's showdown in Sunrise, Fla., with Jonathan Huberdeau and MacKenzie Weegar returning to what was formerly their home rink and a tanned Matthew Tkachuk waiting to welcome his old buddies, the […]

Calgary Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:16 PM Six-shooting: A half-dozen storylines for Flames' marathon road-trip       TAMPA — This isn't the sort of expedition that calls for carry-on luggage. The Calgary Flames likely loaded their most spacious Samsonites for this gruelling six-game getaway, their longest road-trip of the season. The journey starts with Thursday's tilt against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena and will continue with stops in Sunrise, Fla., […]

Calgary Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:24 PM Roughnecks roster steps forward into 'different' era without Dickson       Another off-season … Another major loss for the Calgary Roughnecks. Curtis 'Superman' Dickson opted to take his lacrosse powers to the San Diego Seals, who drew hall-of-famer shoo-in Dane Dobbie away from the Roughnecks the previous summer. Rough times, indeed, for the three-time National Lacrosse League kings. "We're certainly disappointed with how things went," said […]

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:23 PM Fatal crash closes King George Boulevard between Highway 10 and 44 Avenue       The public is being asked to avoid the area until further notice

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:19 PM Let health care worker set for deportation stay, Dix tells Ottawa       Hospital housekeeper Claudia Zamorano and her family are scheduled for deportation on Dec. 19, despite the fact their application for permanent residency on humanitarian and compassionate grounds has not yet been processed by Immigration Canada

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:48 PM Man accused of killing Burnaby Const. Shaelyn Yang appears in court       The accused was ordered remanded until Nov. 24 while he worked on getting a lawyer.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:47 PM 'Heavy hand' of mask mandate not needed in B.C.: Dr. Bonnie Henry       Dr. Bonnie Henry rejected calls for a mask mandate in B.C., leaving it up to people to use their own judgment on when or where to use the protective face coverings.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:43 PM False Creek, River District set for massive overhauls with council, park board approvals       Construction on South Kinross Park in the River District is expected to begin in 2023, while planning for East Park at False Creek, is expected to continue through 2024

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:27 PM B.C. Liberals gamble on a new name: B.C. United       New name had the backing of 80 per cent of the 8,000 members who voted online between Nov. 13 and Tuesday at 10 p.m.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:16 PM Vaughn Palmer: Party name change is an important win for Kevin Falcon       Analysis: Now the Liberal leader must decide when it's safe to switch the branding

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 7:06 PM Crown stays COVID charge filed against B.C. pastor       A B.C. pastor who was ticketed,allegedly for violating COVID health orders banning church services, has had his charge stayed.

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:56 PM Indigenous people an 'afterthought' as world leaders gather to confront climate change       "Governments of the world don't seem to understand or appreciate the impacts of climate change on Indigenous people." — Hugh Braker, First Nations Summit

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:40 PM Charges laid against Surrey man for threatening a CNN anchor       Nicholas Sullivan, 38, is accused of threatening an American journalist online.