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CTV News - Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:30 AM 'I'm not paying it': Family furious over $400/day hospital fine for not moving to LTC       A few weeks ago, Michele Campeau faced what seemed like an impossible decision: move her mom from a hospital bed to a long-term care home the family hated or pay $400 a day to remain at the health-care facility.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:30 AM 'I'm not paying it': Family furious over $400/day hospital fine for not moving to LTC       A few weeks ago, Michele Campeau faced what seemed like an impossible decision: move her mom from a hospital bed to a long-term care home the family hated or pay $400 a day to remain at the health-care facility.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:44 AM Triple-murder trial begins with claims about zombies and doomsday plot       Opening statements are expected Wednesday in the trial of an Idaho man charged with killing his wife and his then-girlfriend's two youngest children in an unusual case rooted in extremist religious beliefs.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:16 AM Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to testify at foreign interference inquiry       Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to testify today at an inquiry into foreign meddling in Canada's last two elections.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:31 AM N.L. photo project puts cameras in hands of survivors       A unique photo exhibit is putting cameras into the hands of survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:58 AM Humane society's rebranded 50/50 draw gets underway in Guelph       The Lucky Paws 50/50 jackpot is over $15,000 and the winning ticket will be drawn on May 17. Proceeds will go back to the Guelph Humane Society.

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:53 AM Trudeau expected to testify at foreign interference inquiry       The inquiry has already heard that China and other state actors attempted to interfere, but there has been little evidence so far to indicate whether they were successful.

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:38 AM Bank of Canada set to announce interest rate decision. Will it hold?       The central bank is widely expected to maintain its key interest rate at five per cent, but economists will be watching for any hints about the timing of upcoming rate cuts.

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:09 AM 'I'm not paying it': Ontario family furious over $400/day hospital fine for not moving to LTC       Campeau chose neither – the family has been racking up a monster bill since March 11 that remains unpaid while her mother has stayed on at a Windsor, Ont., hospital.

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:00 AM Second baby on the way? 10 essentials for your gift registry       Getting ready to welcome another baby to your family? Here are some items that will make life with multiple kids a lot easier.

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 4:00 AM As AUKUS looks to collaborate with other allies, why is Canada not mentioned?       The U.S., Britain and Australia said the next phase of its AUKUS security pact will include collaborating with Japan and other countries, but Canada may still be left out.

Toronto Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:42 AM HUNTER: Millennial Bonnie and Clyde finally go on trial in 2021 murder       The two accused killers captured worldwide media attention. But on Tuesday, the pair dubbed by the Toronto Sun as the 'Millennial Bonnie and Clyde' came full circle back to an anti-septic Hamilton courtroom where Oliver Karafa and Lucy Li are now on trial. Jury selection concluded Tuesday along with the Crown's opening statement. The trial […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:00 AM LILLEY: Do councillors support pro-Hamas groups that rejoice in Oct. 7 terror attacks?       Mayor Olivia Chow says she won't condemn six councillors who criticized the Toronto Police Service's handling of a recent pro-Hamas rally. Neither will the six councillors who signed the letter answer questions put to them by The Toronto Sun, detailing the links between the groups organizing the protests and support for terrorism. For months, we've […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:00 AM DEAR ABBY: Quarter-century marriage is an intimacy-free zone       DEAR ABBY: I'm in a sexless 25-year marriage. It was not always this way, but any intimacy has been over for more than a decade. My wife's libido has waned, which I understand. What she does do is continually bring up issues about me from years ago as if they were yesterday. I have my […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:00 AM ON THE RECORD: What was said after Raptors finished worst home schedule since 1998       RAPTORS HEAD COACH DARKO RAJAKOVIC ON THE GAME: "Start of the game, I thought that we did a really good job defensively, our activity was really good, we forced them into tough shots, we did pretty good job in the first quarter. First half and generally for the whole game … it came down to […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:45 AM MASTERS: Canadian golf great Gary Cowan, 85, settles origin of skipping tradition at Augusta       AUGUSTA, Ga. — A Masters mystery more than a half-century old was officially put to bed on Tuesday at the Augusta National, when 85-year-old Canadian Gary Cowan returned to the famed course and skipped some shots across the pond at the par-3 16th hole. The Masters practice round tradition of defying logic and intentionally sending […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:30 AM MASTERS: Team Ontario beats Team B.C. in pre-tournament fun at Augusta       AUGUSTA, Ga. — Team Ontario edged out Team B.C. at Augusta National, as the four Canadians in this week's Masters Tournament got together for a practice round on Tuesday. "It was only a nine-hole match because a couple of the guys cut out after nine holes, but Corey and I nipped the West Coasters, and […]

Toronto Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 2:00 AM Steve Nease cartoon, April 10, 2024       Steve Nease

Toronto Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 2:00 AM SUNshine Girl Katherine       SUNshine Girl Katherine is passionate about creating more spaces for women in broadcast media, and to motivate young women to seek out leadership opportunities for themselves. Katherine graduated from the Radio and Television Arts program at Ryerson University, now known as Toronto Metropolitan University. She was a national finalist in the 2017 Miss Universe Canada […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:41 AM Retailer Roots reports $14.6M Q4 profit, up from $13.0M a year earlier       TORONTO — Roots Corp. reported its fourth-quarter profit rose to $14.6 million, up from $13.0 million a year earlier, as its sales fell nearly three per cent. The Toronto-based retailer says the profit amounted to 36 cents per share for the quarter ended Feb. 3, up from 31 cents per share a year earlier. Overall […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:40 AM Togo bans protests over a canceled presidential election as tensions rise       LOME, Togo (AP) — Togo's government said a planned three-day protest this week over the arrest of opposition figures and new legislation scrapping president elections was illegal, a move that heightened tensions in the West African nation that has been ruled by the same family for almost 60 years. The interior and security ministries said […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:36 AM Ethiopia's rights body seeks an investigation into the killing of an opposition figure       NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Ethiopia's state-appointed rights commission is calling for an investigation into the killing of a prominent opposition figure recently released from prison. Bate Urgessa was killed Tuesday night while visiting his hometown of Meki in Oromia, Ethiopia's biggest region, according to an official with the Oromo Liberation Front, or OLF. The official […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:25 AM Toronto, GTA braces for up to 40 mm of rain with Texas low on the way       The summer-like temperatures and sunny skies from early this week will be paused as a Texas low will bring a super-soaker event to southern Ontario, with upwards of 40 millimetres of rain expected in Toronto. The low-pressure weather event will reach southern Ontario by Thursday morning, bringing soaking rains to the province through Friday. Across […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:09 AM What's behind a rise in dog attacks?       In today's The Big Story podcast, recent weeks have seen gruesome and tragic incidents in both Toronto and Edmonton involving dogs attacking children, leaving one child dead and another with life-changing injuries. Those stories are backed by hard numbers from many Canadian cities — including Toronto and Edmonton — showing a surge in attacks or dangerous […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:03 AM AP Decision Notes: What to expect in the Alaska and Wyoming Democratic presidential contests       WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will face Democratic voters this Saturday in a pair of nominating contests in Alaska and Wyoming that are unlikely to produce any surprises. In Wyoming, Democrats will award 13 delegates using a presidential preference vote held at caucuses in each of the state's 23 counties. Seven names will appear […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:01 AM Tax tips for college students and their parents       NEW YORK (AP) — There are lots of things college students and their parents should keep in mind before filing their taxes, and while tax pros say it's great for college students to start filing their own forms, parents and students should double check everything carefully before anyone pushes the "submit" button. Be clear on […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:01 AM 5 questions to ask when helping an older parent with money       Conversations about money often require sensitivity and patience, especially when the person across the table is an older parent. Some of us won't need — or want — to get involved in someone else's finances. But others may have to take an active role in helping an older parent manage their money. If that's the […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:58 AM Denmark wants court to dissolve Danish arm of Bandidos motorcycle club, citing criminal activities       COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Denmark's government said Wednesday it wants a court of law to dissolve the Danish arm of the Bandidos motorcycle club. Justice Minister Peter Hummelgaard said the group's "brutal behavior leaves bloody traces." Under Denmark's Constitution, organizations that promote or incite violence can be dissolved by court order. The Danish chapter of […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:51 AM Water levels rise and homes flood in Russia after a dam bursts near the Kazakhstan border       Russian officials scrambled to help homeowners displaced by floods as water levels rose in the Ural River, authorities said Wednesday. Floods in the Orenburg region near Russia's border with Kazakhstan sparked the evacuation of thousands of people following the collapse of a dam on Saturday. Russia's government has declared the situation a federal emergency. Although […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:48 AM 17 rescued, at least 3 believed missing after a boat carrying migrants is lost near a Greek island       ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Rescuers on the eastern Greek island of Chios on Wednesday searched for at least three people believed missing after a boat carrying migrants from nearby Turkey hit rocks, officials said. Fourteen people, including eight children, were rescued by the coast guard off rugged coasts on the northeast of the island, some […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:42 AM Eid prayers held in a historic former mosque in northern Greece for the first time in 100 years       THESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) — The Stars of David adorning the balconies along the top of the building catch the first glimmers of the dawn light as worshipers pass through the gates of the historic Yeni Cami, or New Mosque, for morning prayers. Wednesday marked the first time since the 1920s that the building — originally […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:28 AM EU lawmakers will decide on migration law overhaul, hoping to deprive the far-right of votes       BRUSSELS (AP) — Lawmakers are to vote later Wednesday on a major revamp of the European Union's migration laws, aiming to end years of division over how to manage the entry of thousands of people without authorization and deprive the far-right of a vote-winning campaign issue ahead of June elections. Members of the European Parliament […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:58 AM Chinese President Xi meets former Taiwan leader Ma Ying-jeou on pro-unification visit       BEIJING (AP) — Chinese President Xi Jinping met with former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou in Beijing Wednesday in a bid to promote unification between the sides that separated amid civil war in 1949. Ma left office almost two decades ago and was largely excluded from the opposition Nationalist Party's failed campaign to retake the presidency […]

CityNews Toronto Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:41 AM Bichette homers, Bassitt makes quality start as Blue Jays top Mariners       The Toronto Blue Jays picked up a few firsts in a 5-3 win over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night, bringing them back to .500. Bo Bichette hit his first home run of the season, Chris Bassitt earned his first victory and the Blue Jays secured their first series win over a slumping Mariners side that has dropped six of seven. […]

G-Alt cp24.com Tuesday, April 9, 2024 11:53 PM 3 kids left alone in car for 4 hours while moms at Pickering casino: police | CP24.com       Two women are facing charges after leaving three young children unsupervised in a parking lot for hours while they went to a casino in Pickering ...

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:30 AM Lawes: Will Ottawa take a humane approach to urban wildlife? We're skeptical       A draft plan will be released soon. But local environmental, conservation and community groups are frustrated over how public consultations have gone.

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:00 AM Today's letters: Solar eclipse — the universe was sending us a message       Wednesday, April 10: Lesson from the solar eclipse; and a few word for Doug Ford over paper bags at the LCBO. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawwcitizen.com

Ottawa Citizen Wednesday, April 10, 2024 4:00 AM 'He could still be here': Rising rates of colon cancer among younger Canadians a growing concern       Russell McIsaac's symptoms were initially brushed off. When the 35-year-old was finally tested, he had Stage 4 colon cancer.

Windsor Star Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:00 AM Reader letter: Please help Windsor's Downtown Mission       Windsor's Downtown Mission urgently needs help and funding. Pass by any evening at 7:30 p.m. in the 800 block of Ouellette Avenue and witness the urgent need first-hand. Seniors with walkers lined up outside in the cold, unsheltered and waiting for a bed. Yes, you are in Canada, still. Please open your hearts and wallets […]

Windsor Star Wednesday, April 10, 2024 4:13 AM Pittsburgh takes on Detroit, looks to extend home win streak       Detroit Red Wings (38-32-8, fifth in the Atlantic Division) vs. Pittsburgh Penguins (36-30-12, fifth in the Metropolitan Division) Pittsburgh; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Pittsburgh Penguins host the Detroit Red Wings looking to continue a four-game home winning streak. Pittsburgh is 21-13-4 in home games and 36-30-12 overall. The Penguins have allowed 230 […]

Ottawa Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:00 AM YOU SAID IT: The doctor problem       Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

National Observer Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:10 AM Alleged human rights abuses detailed in new complaint against Canadian oil company       Alleged environmental pollution, human rights violations and attempts to silence critics are detailed in a new complaint filed with a federal corporate watchdog against Canadian fossil fuel company ReconAfrica.

National Observer Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:10 AM The carbon tax convoy hasn't learned a thing       Two years after they occupied Ottawa and tried to replace the government, the freedom convoy is rallying around opposition to the carbon tax — and still making the same fundamental misunderstandings about how our democracy works.

National Observer Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:10 AM BC Greens table anti-greenwashing bill       The proposed law would prevent businesses from advertising misleading statements about greenhouse gas emissions associated with their practices. It would also target claims about the effectiveness of their climate efforts and require them to back their sustainability claims on a public website.

National Observer Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:10 AM Game-changing revolution going on in the EV battery world       As we transition to an electricity-based energy system, the demand for batteries will grow exponentially, but we will also reach a point where recycled battery minerals are the preferred choice of battery manufacturers.

National Observer Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:10 AM Killer avalanche hot spot in Idaho reveals forecasting gaps        Without reliable information, snowmobilers are riding eastern Idaho's enticing terrain — and dying.

National Observer Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:10 AM The forestry industry is spending big to hype its green cred. The truth is not that simple       For weeks, slick earthy green and pastel orange ads touting the climate benefits of Canada's logging have flooded millions of  Facebook and Instagram feeds. The ads are one plank of a campaign by Canada's largest forestry lobby group — the Forest Products Association of Canada — to fight growing concerns about its impact on climate change and wildfires.

National Observer Wednesday, April 10, 2024 5:10 AM Pay now or pay more later to prepare First Nations for climate emergencies       The price of doing nothing to adapt First Nation infrastructure to climate change will result in high costs for recovery, losses and redevelopment, according to an Assembly of First Nations report released Tuesday.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:00 AM About Last Night: Slafkovsky gets hat-trick in 9-3 rout over Flyers       Juraj Slafkovsky became the second youngest Hab to ever score a hat-trick, just after Stephane Richer.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:54 AM Montreal weather: Well that was lovely. Here's some rain       This will make it harder to see how deep the potholes are.

Montreal Gazette Wednesday, April 10, 2024 6:00 AM Opinion: Finding a safe space in a world filled with anguish and anger       How do we cope with the emotional upheaval caused by the turmoil in the Middle East and elsewhere? Empathy goes a long way.

Calgary Herald Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:00 AM Bell: Danielle Smith punches back against Justin Trudeau — again       Danielle Smith says she is not going to tolerate Justin Trudeau sticking his nose into the province's business

Calgary Herald Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:00 AM 'Clean Up, Paint Up' — The tourists are coming: From the archives       Over the years, long-time Herald researcher/librarian Norma Marr prepared a feature called The H Files, in which she looked back at a variety of Calgary news events. Here are some of her instalments from 1999 highlighting historical April events.

Calgary Herald Wednesday, April 10, 2024 2:36 AM 'A dream come true': Flames rookie Wolf earns win in hometown       It was a happy homecoming for Dustin Wolf. Finally in the blue paint, and in the spotlight, in the building where he first dreamed of a future as an NHL netminder, Wolf backstopped the Calgary Flames to Tuesday's 3-2 overtime victory at SAP Center in San Jose. Many were describing this as a meaningless affair […]

Calgary Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:00 AM FINLAYSON: Trudeau government should tackle Canada's productivity crisis in upcoming budget       In a recent speech, the Bank of Canada's senior deputy governor highlighted the risk posed by chronically sluggish productivity growth to the country's living standards. She also noted stalled productivity makes it harder to reduce inflation and keep it at (or close to) the Bank's 2% target. Productivity is conventionally defined as the value of […]

Calgary Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 7:00 AM Letters, April 10, 2024: 'Gov't making it difficult to be a proud Canadian'       Not so proud to be Canadian Canadians are reeling because of rising costs on everything in their lives. They've become just cash cows taxed to death by politicians who vote themselves pay raises and executives who receive bonuses after employee layoffs. They feel no guilt squeezing us for every dime while taking care of themselves […]

Vancouver Sun Wednesday, April 10, 2024 1:15 AM Two British Columbians claim addiction treatment drug wrecked their teeth       Brandon Scholten and Deborah Annis claim using the drug Suboxone led to serious dental problems