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TORONTO STAR Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:00 PM Ontario can eliminate natural gas electricity generation by 2050 at $400B cost: IESO

TORONTO STAR Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:06 PM Flu season may have peaked, Ontario's top doctor says

TORONTO STAR Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:03 AM Three auto thefts reported in East York last week (Dec. 15)

TORONTO STAR Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:03 AM Thirty-eight auto thefts reported in Old Toronto last week (Dec. 15)

TORONTO STAR Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:03 AM Seventy-two auto thefts reported in North York last week (Dec. 15)

TORONTO STAR Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:03 AM Six auto thefts reported in York last week (Dec. 15)

TORONTO STAR Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:03 AM Forty-seven auto thefts reported in Etobicoke last week (Dec. 15)

TORONTO STAR Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:03 AM Forty-two auto thefts reported in Scarborough last week (Dec. 15)

TORONTO STAR Thursday, December 15, 2022 8:58 AM Ontario to open bivalent COVID-19 vaccine bookings for kids 5 to 11 on Dec. 21       Public Health Ontario data shows 40 per cent of kids aged five to 11 have completed a primary series of a COVID-19 vaccine.

CTV News - Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:25 AM Toronto storm: Rain and freezing rain begins to change over to snow in parts of the GTA       A winter storm is expected to bring a mix of snow and freezing rain to the GTA today, potentially making for a messy commute home for drivers.

CTV News - Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 6:54 PM Toronto sidelines infection control recommendations in favour of increasing shelter capacity as temps drop       Toronto Public Health recommendations for infection control in city-run shelters that were meant to be in place for "several years" have been sidelined in favour of increasing capacity as winter seizes the city.

CTV News - Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:25 PM Flu season may have peaked, Ontario's top doctor says       Ontario's chief medical officer of health says the flu season may have peaked in the province.

CTV News - Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:26 AM Sexual harassment in Toronto police forces 'unacceptable': Ontario labour minister       Police officers facing sexual harassment at work is "unacceptable," Ontario's labour minister said in response to a CTV News Investigates story about complaints claiming the Toronto Police Association (TPA) is failing to protect members facing harassment or discrimination.

CTV News - Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:38 PM Ontario's top doctor should provide health-care update, Liberals argue        The Ontario Liberals are calling on the province's chief medical officer of health to provide an update on the "state of our public health-care system" amid the triple threat of respiratory viruses in Ontario.

CTV News - Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 9:54 AM Funeral today for Toronto subway stabbing victim       A funeral is being held today for a woman who was stabbed to death on a TTC subway train at High Park subway station last week.

CTV News - Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:43 AM Doug Ford's government doing 'poor job' on most issues, new survey finds       It's been six months since Doug Ford was re-elected premier of Ontario, and according to a new survey his government is getting a "frosty" reception on the majority of issues.

CTV News - Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:54 AM Peel police looking for male suspect wanted for attempted murder       Peel Regional Police are asking for the public's assistance in locating a man wanted for attempted murder.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:30 AM Predictions for Trudeau, Poilievre and the other federal leaders in the New Year: Nanos       On CTVNews.ca, pollster Nik Nanos discusses the five major federal parties – what moved the needle for them in 2022, and what do they have to look forward to in the New Year?

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:33 AM Harry, Meghan say royal press playing a 'dirty game' in final Netflix episodes       Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, vented their grievances against the monarchy on Thursday in the second half of their Netflix documentary series, with Harry describing the royal press machine -- including leaking and planting stories in newspapers -- as a 'dirty game.'

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:05 PM Five things we learned from the final episodes of 'Harry and Meghan'       After becoming Netflix's biggest documentary debut, the final episodes of 'Harry & Meghan' are now streaming. Royal commentator Afua Hagan breaks down five key takeaways from the remainder of the docu-series, including behind-the-scenes details on the collapse of Harry and Meghan's relationship with senior members of the Royal Family.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:15 AM Churchill portrait theft investigation continues, could take years to close, expert says       The investigation into the theft of the Winston Churchill portrait from the Chateau Laurier in August is ongoing, with an expert believing the heist could take years to solve.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:19 AM How to try the TikTok skincare trend 'skin cycling'       'Skin cycling' involves scheduling the use of skin-care products over multiple days, alternating the ingredients used, in order to achieve the best results, according to multiple videos on the topic.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:41 AM Tesla stock slips as Elon Musk sells another US$3.58B of its shares       Shares of Tesla rose slightly in midday trading Thursday despite news that CEO Elon Musk sold another US$3.58 billion worth of the electric vehicle maker's stock this week.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Thursday, December 15, 2022 9:25 AM Russia warns 'consequences' if U.S. missiles sent to Ukraine       Russia's Foreign Ministry warned Thursday that if the United States confirms reports that it plans to deliver sophisticated air defence missiles to Ukraine, it would be 'another provocative move by the U.S.' that could prompt a response from Moscow.

CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:25 AM Toronto storm: Rain and freezing rain begins to change over to snow in parts of the GTA       A winter storm is expected to bring a mix of snow and freezing rain to the GTA today, potentially making for a messy commute home for drivers.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:51 PM Achiuwa still likely weeks away from returning       While Precious Achiuwa has resumed some light practising, Toronto Raptors coach Nick Nurse erased any expectations the athletic forward would be back playing any time soon.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:49 PM Freezing rain leads to busy morning for OPP in London, Ont. area       As for the freezing rain, Environment Canada has lifted its warning for the London area, but the region is still set to see periods of drizzles for the rest of Thursday.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:49 PM Virtual walk in clinics may contribute more strain to health care system: OMA       The Ontario Medical Associations says virtual walk-in clinics may be contributing to the strain on the province's overwhelmed health-care system.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:49 PM $3M in government funding to upgrade Lakefield water treatment plant, water mains       The funding is from both the federal and provincial governments through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program's (ICIP) Green Infrastructure Stream.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:47 PM Ontario won't make staycation tax credit permanent despite calls from industry       Ontario's tourism minister says the province won't be extending the staycation tax credit for another year, despite the hard-hit industry recommending the move.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:35 PM Minister asks feds to raise rent top up threshold, says thousands of Albertans on AISH ineligible       Alberta is asking Ottawa to adjust the criteria for its $500 rent top up, saying the current limit makes tens of thousands of Albertans with disabilities ineligible.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:30 PM Toronto to open 3 warming centres amid winter storm       The City of Toronto says it will open three of its warming centres Thursday night as a winter storm moves through the area.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:22 PM 80 delegates appear during day 2 of budget deliberations at Regina City Hall       Regina City Council continues budget deliberations that may go on for six to seven hours on Thursday, followed by debate.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:15 PM Manitoba announces new disability income support program       The program will be separate from Manitoba's general employment and income assistance program.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:14 PM Former CannTrust leaders acquitted in unlicensed growing trial       An Ontario court has acquitted three former cannabis leaders charged with offences linked to unlicensed growing at a Niagara-area greenhouse.

Toronto Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:52 PM Three officials resign in Florida town where building collapsed       The community of 6,000 drew international attention last year after the abrupt collapse of the 12-story Champlain Towers South. The federal agency investigating the collapse hasn't yet released conclusions.

Toronto Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:48 PM Family used sham ministry to get COVID loans to buy Walt Disney World home: Prosecutors       The criminal charges come more than 1 1/2 years after the federal government obtained a civil judgment ordering the Edwardses to forfeit $8.4 million related to COVID relief fraud.

Toronto Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:45 PM Thousands rally in Istanbul to support mayor facing ouster       The mayor plans to appeal the verdict and is expected to remain in office while the case is under review by a higher court.

Toronto Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:43 PM Ontario's flu season may have peaked: Top doctor       Moore warns that RSV will persist and present continued pressure on children's hospital

Toronto Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:42 PM Snow falls across southern Ontario as storm set to make for messy commute       Low pressure system from the U.S. is expected to bring freezing rain and snow on Thursday

Toronto Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:41 PM Michigan man accused of building guns, silencers for biker gang 'war'       Jason Myers built and sold guns, a federal investigation alleges, and he talked about them a lot. At his Rose City, Mich., home, he showed off the machinery he used to manufacture gun barrels and custom parts, according to an affidavit. In two days, he could fashion a silencer from a titanium tube, he explained […]

Toronto Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:39 PM Mom used drugs before killing Georgia toddler found in landfill: Indictment       Police and FBI agents focused their investigation on the landfill two weeks after the boy was reported missing. They sifted through trash for more than a month

Toronto Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:39 PM James Cameron makes stunning return to Pandora with 'Avatar: The Way of Water'       With the sequel to Avatar now in theatres, the Oscar-winning filmmaker explains why it took him so long to follow-up the biggest movie of all time

Toronto Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:38 PM Lengthy prison terms for trio who aided Michigan governor kidnap plotter       Gov. Gretchen Whitmer spoke in a recorded video before Jackson County Judge Thomas Wilson set the sentences, saying the actions of the three was a "threat to democracy itself."

Toronto Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:36 PM Brampton, Ont., to host women's hockey world championship in 2023       CALGARY — Brampton, Ont., will host the women's hockey world championship in 2023. Hockey Canada and the Ontario Women's Hockey Association made the announcement on Thursday. The CAA Centre will host the international tournament from April 5 to 16. It's the first time the Greater Toronto Area has hosted the event since 2000. Ten teams […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:47 PM Lengthy prison terms for 3 who aided Whitmer kidnap plotter       JACKSON, Mich. (AP) — A judge on Thursday handed down the longest prison terms so far in the plot to kidnap Michigan's governor, sentencing three men who forged an early alliance with a leader of the scheme before the FBI broke it up in 2020. Joe Morrison, Pete Musico and Paul Bellar were not charged […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:46 PM UN peacekeeper killed after attack in southern Lebanon       BEIRUT (AP) — An Irish U.N. peacekeeper was killed and several others were wounded when unidentified attackers opened fire on a convoy in southern Lebanon, Irish and Lebanese military officials said Thursday. The Irish Defense Forces said in a statement that a pair of armored vehicles carrying eight Irish UNIFIL peacekeeping troops was fired on […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:42 PM US to expand combat training for Ukrainian troops       WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon will expand military combat training for Ukrainian forces, using the slower winter months to instruct larger units in more complex battle skills, U.S. officials said Thursday. The U.S. has already trained about 3,100 Ukrainian troops on how to use and maintain certain weapons and other equipment, including howitzers, armored vehicles […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:41 PM Burkina Faso contracts Russian mercenaries, alleges Ghana       DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Burkina Faso has allegedly made an agreement with Russia's Wagner Group in which the shadowy mercenary outfit will help the West African country deal with surging jihadi violence in exchange for a mine. Ghana's President Nana Akufo-Addo made that claim about neighboring Burkina Faso during his visit to the United States […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:37 PM 5 protesters arrested at Atlanta police training center       ATLANTA (AP) — Five people were arrested Tuesday on charges including domestic terrorism as authorities tried to remove the protesters from the site of a planned public safety training center, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said. The arrests happened as agents from the GBI, Atlanta police officers, and other state and local law enforcement officers […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:37 PM Messi carries the weight of Argentina into World Cup final       DOHA, Qatar (AP) — As Lionel Messi approaches his second and likely last World Cup final, the stakes could hardly be higher. The same goes for Argentina after more than 30 years of disappointment since it last won soccer's ultimate prize. For Messi, victory against France at Lusail Stadium on Sunday is a chance to […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:33 PM Gift from Ukraine explodes at Polish police headquarters       WARSAW, Poland (AP) — A gift that Poland's top police commander received during a recent visit to Ukraine exploded at national police headquarters in Warsaw, causing the commander and a civilian employee to suffer minor injuries, the Polish Interior Ministry said Thursday. The explosion happened in a room next to the office of Gen. Jarosław […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:32 PM Slovak government falls after losing no-confidence vote       PRAGUE (AP) — Slovakia's coalition government fell Thursday after losing a no-confidence vote in parliament called by the opposition following months of political crisis, in a development that could lead to an early election. In the country's 150-seat Parliament, 78 lawmakers, two more than 76 needed, voted to oust the three-party minority government of Prime […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:32 PM Former CannTrust leaders acquitted in unlicensed growing trial       TORONTO — An Ontario court has acquitted three former cannabis leaders charged with offences linked to unlicensed growing at a Niagara area greenhouse. The ex-CannTrust Holdings Inc. executives Peter Aceto, Eric Paul and Mark Litwin were freed of their charges a day after the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) revealed it no longer had a reasonable […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:19 PM House Democrats pass referendum to 'decolonize' Puerto Rico       WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. House passed a bill Thursday that would allow Puerto Rico to hold the first-ever binding referendum on whether to become a state or gain some sort of independence, in a last-ditch effort that stands little chance of passing the Senate. The bill, which passed 233-191 with some Republican support, would […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:17 PM Biden says he plans to visit sub-Saharan Africa soon       WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden said Thursday he will soon make a visit to sub-Saharan Africa, announcing bare details of his travel plans as he wrapped up a U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit stressing that he's serious about increasing U.S. attention to the growing continent. Biden said he will also be dispatching many of his top […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:16 PM Mortgage stress tests unchanged despite housing market slowdown       Mortgage stress test levels were left unchanged Thursday as the federal banking regulator and Department of Finance favoured a cautious approach over calls to relax tests to help a slowing housing market. The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) kept the minimum qualifying rate for uninsured mortgages at the greater of the mortgage […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:10 PM Portugal coach quits after World Cup exit in quarterfinals       LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Portugal coach Fernando Santos has quit, the Portuguese soccer federation announced Thursday, after eight years in the job and five days after Portugal's exit from the World Cup in the quarterfinals. The 68-year-old Santos reached an amicable agreement with the federation to leave two years before his contract ends, a statement […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:03 PM EU parliament suspends work on files involving Qatar       BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union's parliament voted Thursday to suspend work on all files involving Qatar, and called for security passes for representatives of the Gulf country's interests to be withdrawn until light can be shed on a corruption scandal rocking the assembly. Rattled by a cash and gifts for political influence investigation that […]

CityNews Toronto Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:02 PM Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker to be next NCAA president       Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker will be the next president of the NCAA, the association announced Thursday, replacing Mark Emmert as the head of the largest college sports governing body in the country. Baker, a Republican, has been governor of Massachusetts since 2015. He announced earlier this year he would not seek re-election. His term ends […]

G-Alt cp24.com Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:48 PM Toronto storm: At least 17 vehicles involved in pileup on QEW as winter storm begins to hit GTA       CP24.com will be providing LIVE updates here throughout the day as the storm hits the GTA. 12 p.m. – The City of Toronto says that it will open three ...

G-Alt cp24.com Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:09 PM LIVE UPDATES: Rain and freezing rain begins to change over to snow in parts of the GTA       CP24.com will be providing LIVE updates here throughout the day as the storm hits the GTA. 11:30 a.m. – CP24 Meteorologist Bill Coulter says that a ...

G-Alt cp24.com Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:46 AM LIVE UPDATES: At least 17 vehicles involved in pileup on QEW as winter storm begins to hit GTA       Kerry Schmidt tells CP24 that there are "multiple crashes" already occurring on GTA roads, particularly in the Burlington and Hamilton areas. He says ...

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:56 PM OPS hate crime unit charges Stittsville woman, 31, with assault following 'road rage incident'       The Ottawa police hate and bias crime unit has charged a 31-year-old Stittsville woman in connection with an alleged assault that occurred Oct. 11 in the Old Stittsville area. In a previous release, police said the incident occurred at about 9 p.m. following a "road rage incident" involving a vehicle and a motorcycle with a […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:37 PM Deploy the plows — winter parking ban Friday night to Saturday morning       With up to 25 cm of snow in the forecast, the City of Ottawa will have an overnight winter weather parking ban in effect across the capital from Friday at 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Saturday. Those hours could be extended if crews need more time for winter road operations, city hall said Thursday. Vehicles […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:26 PM Finally, the Ottawa high school Cappies theatre program is back for full season       The pandemic kept high school actors, backstage crew members and critics away from the bright lights of the stage for more than two years. Yet the lights are back on, and the homework has begun.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:25 PM Firefighters extinguish stubborn blaze in Manotick-area rowhouse       Ottawa Fire Service has credited neighbours for notifying the service of a fire in a rowhouse project on Surface Lane in the Manotick area early Thursday. A called reported a smoke detector going off in home in the rowhouses shortly after midnight. A second caller reported seeing flames in the structure. Fire crews confirmed flames […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:02 PM Fundraiser launched to help family of Ukrainian child killed in hit and run       An online fundraiser for a young Ukrainian refugee who died in a Montreal hit-and-run this week has already topped more than $100,000. Seven-year-old Maria Legenkovska was struck by a car Tuesday morning while walking to school in the city's Ville-Marie borough. The incident sent shockwaves through the neighbourhood and has led to calls for better […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:48 PM Dining Out: Bold flavours flourish at Raphaël Peruvian Cuisine, but for a limited time only       The magnificent anticuchos are made with flank steak, grilled to acquire a much appreciated char, topped with a bright chimichurri and supported by an aji amarillo aioli, a condiment conjured with one of Peru's oh-so-tasty peppers.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:44 PM Where to find gifts from Indigenous-owned businesses in Ottawa       From beginner beading kits to blankets, presents from Indigenous-owned business tell a story

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:01 AM Snowfall warning in effect for Friday; 'Consider postponing non-essential travel'       A snowfall warning is in effect for 15 to 25 cm of snow from overnight Thursday through early Saturday morning. The snow is expected to fall as fast as 2 to 4 cm per hour creating reduced visibility and local blowing snow, Environment and Climate Change Canada said Thursday. "The Friday commutes may be significantly […]

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:00 AM Bogart: The Cannabis Act Review must answer some key questions       If we don't want an illicit market, we need to ensure that the legal one remains viable. That doesn't mean windfalls and easy profits, though.

Ottawa Citizen Thursday, December 15, 2022 9:50 AM Deep River homicide victim identified; sister killed in Ottawa in 2010       The Ontario Provincial Police said Wednesday the woman had been identified as 39-year-old Sommer Boudreau.

Windsor Star Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:37 PM Salvation Army hosts community Christmas dinner       The Salvation Army Windsor Centre of Hope hosted a community Christmas dinner Wednesday night. "This complimentary meal is a local Christmas tradition, and it provides The Salvation Army an opportunity to express its gratitude to the residents of Windsor for its continued support," said Major Danny Pinksen, executive director of The Salvation Army Windsor Centre […]

Windsor Star Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:35 PM Windsor police searching for suspect in McDougall Avenue stabbing       Windsor police are looking for a suspect after a woman was allegedly followed into her home and stabbed early Wednesday morning. Officers responded to the 300 block of McDougall Avenue around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday and located a woman with injuries from an apparent stabbing. The woman advised officers she was approached by another woman with […]

Windsor Star Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:34 PM Section of Manning Road reopened after hydro pole damage       A section of Manning Road has now reopened after it was closed Thursday morning due to a damaged hydro pole. ❗️UPDATE as of 9:35 a.m.Manning Road is now open in both directions, thank you for your patience during this closure. — OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) December 15, 2022 All lanes of Manning Road between […]

Windsor Star Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:33 PM Trespassing complaint leads Windsor police to discovery of fentanyl, cocaine, and meth       A complaint about some trespassers this week resulted in Windsor police laying more than 30 charges against two alleged drug dealers Police received a complaint around 12:30 p.m. Tuesday about a leisure trailer illegally parked on private property in the 1500 block of Bruce Avenue. Officers learned the trailer had been reported stolen. It was […]

Windsor Star Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:30 PM Windsor man arrested in connection with smash-and-grab thefts       A Windsor man has been arrested in connection with a string of vehicle thefts and break-ins across the city.  Windsor police said 29-year-old Darrin Bastien was taken into custody Wednesday night.  He was wanted by police in connection with a series of "smash-and-grab" thefts at businesses, sometimes allegedly using stolen vehicles to smash front entrances […]

The Province Thursday, December 15, 2022 8:34 AM Condo Smarts: How rental bylaws for strata corporations change under Bill 44       Can we limit rentals to a minimum of one year to ensure that the tenants are stable?

Ottawa Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:45 PM GARRIOCH: Short-handed Senators extend winning streak to three straight with win over Habs       "Facing the Habs without four of their top nine forwards, the Senators received a solid effort from goaltender Cam Talbot along with multi-point nights from captain Brady Tkachuk, Drake Batherson and Alex DeBrincat."

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:54 PM Woman pleads not guilty to THC-impaired driving in child's death       A trial for Taylor Ashley Kennedy in the Sept. 9, 2021 death of nine-year-old Baeleigh Maurice has been scheduled to start on Oct. 10, 2023.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:53 PM Case of woman charged in Saskatoon nightclub death moved to January       Paige Theriault-Fisher's next court appearance is scheduled for Jan. 19, 2023.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:21 AM 'A hole in our heart that will never heal': Teen sentenced in shooting death of 27-year-old man in Saskatoon       Shedane Favel's mother Georgina Favel was so emotional, she was unable to read her victim impact statement in Saskatoon provincial court.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, December 15, 2022 8:00 AM Kohlman: Fresh cinnamon buns require some effort but are perfect for a lazy holiday brunch       "I love how the delicious apple flavour comes through with the cinnamon and sweet dough, and the whole pan is a feast for the eyes."

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:17 AM Surveying supports for new bridge in 1984       Every Thursday, we feature an image from that day in history in the StarPhoenix archives.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:01 AM Letter: Sask. should focus on priorities instead of new revenue agency       A reader thinks the Saskatchewan government's announcement of a new revenue collection agency amounts to needless duplication.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:01 AM Researcher archiving Sask. Twitter as part of COVID-19 history project       Upheaval since Elon Musk's takeover adds urgency to preserve records of what life was like in pandemic times.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:00 AM Phil Tank: Pandering to rural Sask. sham shows contempt for democracy       The term 'elections' for the 295 rural municipalities in Saskatchewan is misleading, since most positions are filled by acclamation.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:00 AM Sky's the limit for v'ball star Skyler Varga, Roland Michener award winner       "That just blew me away that I was the one athlete picked from everybody, that I showed the qualities of the award."

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:00 AM Don't fear the winter: A nighttime hike in northern Sask.       The atmosphere — the cold, quiet, sparkling beauty — of a winter hike is a completely different way to get to know the woods.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:21 PM Council decides to walk back affordability program for waste collection       The rebate for garbage, recycling and compost collection is now only for low-income households with seniors and/or persons with a disability.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:55 PM Letter: All provinces should follow Alberta, Sask., sovereignty plans       Alberta and Saskatchewan need their own sovereignty acts, as we are most discriminated against by our federal government, Caspar Pfenninger,

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:08 PM Russell Wangersky: Twitter, I'll miss you — but not enough to stay       Twitter and the damage done: it's close to an addiction; we forgive it the damage it's doing to social society because we're hooked on it.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:36 AM Gray, Dolan light up scoreboard in high school basketball       The LeBoldus Golden Suns' Jack Dolan (41 points) and Martin Monarchs' Madison Gray (39) were the high scorers in RIBL action on Wednesday.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:36 AM Almen family was a cut above as Regina Pats post shootout win       The Regina Pats' Corban Almen registered his first WHL point during a Wednesday WHL game in which his father, John, won a free haircut.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, December 15, 2022 8:00 AM Family says billing codes restricting doctor visits in private care homes       Alonso Celis and wife Elaine Arnusch said the loss of at-home doctor care has left their mother vulnerable in her private care home.

Regina Leader-Post Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:00 AM Roughriders' Jeffrey earns high praise for creativity and leadership       Kelly Jeffrey is excited about his new role as the Riders' offensive co-ordinator and quarterbacks coach.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:22 PM Canada's climate action plan is underfunded and lacks clarity on top risks       The Canadian Climate Institute put out the report that makes 11 recommendations for improvements to the federal government's draft $1.6-billion strategy that was released in November.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 9:17 AM First recommendation on how to combat long-COVID is acknowledge it exists       Canada's chief science adviser gave the government a road map on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, to wade through some of the murky and mysterious elements of long-COVID in an effort to offer people better treatment, starting with an admission that the disease even exists.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 9:14 AM Ottawa must demand resource companies keep Indigenous women safe: report       A parliamentary committee says resource companies should be held "accountable" for the effect their projects have on the safety of Indigenous women and girls.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 9:12 AM Oceana not so sure Amazon is really reducing plastic       A report by environmental group Oceana has found that plastic waste from Amazon packages went up by 18% last year, but Amazon says it has reduced its use of single-use plastic across its network.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 9:07 AM Duclos says provincial ministers agree health care must improve, but no deal yet       Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos and his provincial counterparts agree privately on what needs to be done to improve health care, the federal minister said on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, but he argues "the ball is in the premiers' court" to accept a deal for more funding from Ottawa.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 9:04 AM Canada re-imposes sanctions and will no longer repair Nord Stream turbines       Canada has revoked an exemption to sanctions that had allowed a Montreal company to repair turbines for the Nord Stream pipeline operated by Russian state-owned energy giant Gazprom.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 9:00 AM Meta threatens to pull content from Facebook as Liberals pass online news bill       The House of Commons passed a Liberal bill on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, designed to require web giants to compensate journalism outfits for reposting their content, and Meta is once again threatening to remove news content from Facebook in Canada.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 8:55 AM Alberta premier apologizes over comment about First Nations       Premier Danielle Smith says she is sorry if anyone misinterpreted earlier remarks to conclude she was equating Ottawa's treatment of Alberta to the systemic and horrific abuse of First Nations people in Canada.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 8:53 AM Canada's economy would have taken $156B hit with six month COVID vaccine delay       A study from the C.D. Howe Institute estimates Canada would have lost $156 billion in economic activity in 2021 had COVID-19 vaccines been rolled out six months later than they were.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 8:50 AM Developing countries walk out of biodiversity talks over 'issue of fairness' over funding       Representatives from developing countries have walked out of a global conference on conserving the world's biodiversity over concerns that talks about how those efforts should be funded are lagging behind those on how much land and water should be set aside.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 8:47 AM The scramble to get Montreal biodiversity talks on track as conference nears end       Environment ministers from around the world are gathering in Montreal for the last few days of a conference aimed at preserving what's left of the planet's biodiversity.

National Observer Thursday, December 15, 2022 8:46 AM Tracking the signs of terrorism financing in Canada       Efforts by Canada's financial intelligence agency over the last three years uncovered activity related to homegrown terrorism, the bankrolling of international terrorist groups and attempts by Canadians to take part in extremism abroad.

Montreal Gazette Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:50 PM Canadiens are now valued at US$1.85 billion, according to Forbes       Habs rank third on annual list behind the New York Rangers ($2.2 billion) and Toronto Maple Leafs ($2 billion).

Montreal Gazette Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:44 PM COVID-19 hospitalizations at four-month high as Quebec reports 17 deaths       The number of patients in intensive care also continues to increase.

Montreal Gazette Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:31 PM Fariha Naqvi-Mohamed: Let's spend less so we can donate more       Many of us can make adjustments that will not only help us to weather this economic storm, but also free up funds that can be directed to those in need.

Montreal Gazette Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:20 PM Fresh water: Quebec to spend $150M annually to protect 'blue gold'       Premier François Legault tells COP15 delegates the province will "significantly increase" fees to companies that extract fresh water.

Montreal Gazette Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:18 PM Opinion: Bans on leaf blowers help climate, biodiversity       This might not seem like the right time of year to discuss fall leaves, but time is needed to change municipal bylaws and give landscapers fair notice.

Montreal Gazette Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:14 PM Quebec offers public sector workers 13 per cent pay hike over 5 years       The proposal was rejected almost immediately by the common front of unions.

Montreal Gazette Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:04 PM Stu Cowan: Joel Armia is a frustrating player for Canadiens fans       Head coach Martin St. Louis says he believes the 29-year-old former first-round draft pick has a high ceiling despite having no goals this season.

Montreal Gazette Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:59 PM Fundraiser to help family of Ukrainian child killed in hit and run       The fundraiser to help cover funeral costs for 7-year-old refugee Maria Legenkovska topped $100,000 in less than 24 hours.

Montreal Gazette Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:42 PM Support for English-language school boards in Quebec is growing: poll       Only 13 per cent of respondents said they supported the provincial government's intention to abolish them.

Montreal Gazette Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:31 PM Grandmother, granddaughter shot to death in Pointe-St-Charles       A 73-year-old woman was declared dead at the scene; her granddaughter, 22, died of her wounds later in the morning.

Calgary Herald Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:57 PM Tech giant MPhasis receives $7 million to recruit 560 Calgary-based tech employees       The global tech giant's CEO said the funds would be used to target intermediate and senior level talent to Calgary, along with developing new grads and those transitioning out of oil and gas.

Calgary Herald Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:33 PM Crew's failure to follow instructions led to train engine flames, grass fire: federal report       Overlooking instructions on train engine operations led to flames leaping from a CN Rail train that sparked a large grass fire in southeast Calgary, a federal report has concluded. In the early morning of July 17, 2021, a train with 37 loaded cars was heading northeast through southeast Calgary from the CN Sarcee Yard when […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:30 PM Porter Airlines introduces new daily flights between Calgary and Toronto       Porter Airlines announced a new option to travel between Calgary and Toronto on Thursday with the introduction of two daily round-trip flights. Toronto-based Porter is set to start its new flight schedule on Feb. 22, with a round-trip introductory fare of $262. The route between Pearson International Airport and YYC will be served with the […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, December 15, 2022 1:20 PM One man dead after Douglasdale shooting       A man is dead after a shooting in the southeast Calgary community of Douglasdale on Thursday morning. Police say they responded around 8:30 a.m. to reports of multiple shots fired in the 200 block of Douglas Ridge Circle S.E. Officers arrived to find one man dead. Homicide investigators say the incident is believed to be […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:17 AM The Leaning Tower of Pisa reopens: Today in history       On this day in history in 2001, Italy's Leaning Tower of Pisa was re-opened to the public after being closed for safety reasons in 1990. A massive engineering effort, costing around $40-million, reduced the tower's tilt and engineers say the tower's stabilization is still successful — just over two decades since it was reopened. Here […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, December 15, 2022 8:29 AM Letters, Dec. 15, 2022: 'Premier Smith, provide responsible health care now!'       Get students nurses working now While our youngest sick Albertans are corralled in a heated trailer, Albertans await an offensive to attack our health-care staff shortage and open empty beds. A co-ordinated approach by government and Alberta's universities and colleges is essential to augment our overworked doctors and nurses. Rethink registered student nurses' experiences and […]

Calgary Herald Thursday, December 15, 2022 7:00 AM Nelson: With bigger fish to fry, Alberta's premiers have to stop sweating the small stuff       For Rachel Notley, it was light bulbs. For Jason Kenney, headless statues. For Danielle Smith, it appears to be paper straws. Is it any wonder the public's respect for politicians has slid downward for decades? What do they expect when endlessly engaging in populist posturing on issues so picayune to be unworthy of their high […]

Calgary Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:00 AM SNOW SCENE: Holiday magic at Lake Louise       The Lake Louise Ski Resort is a pretty magical place. That's true whatever time of the year you visit. But there's something special about the holiday season. It's typically a time when Calgarians flock to the mountain and take advantage of time off work and school to get a few turns in. What's more festive […]

Calgary Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:00 AM SNOW NOTES: December 15       SUNSHINE VILLAGE It's been a long time since the early-season snow has been as good as it is this year at Sunshine Village. The Banff resort has been getting hit with snowfall after snowfall, with the past week alone bringing 31 cm of the fluffy white stuff and the season total now sitting at an […]

Vancouver Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 12:48 PM 12 Vancouver restaurants make Canada's top 100 list       A total of 18 eateries in B.C. were named to OpenTables list of Canada's Top 100 Most Beloved Restaurants for 2022.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:46 AM Local writers chosen to the best of the best of the year lists       Mark Braude and Tyrell Johnson earn New York Times nods for their most recent works.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:23 AM Cold, dry weather threatens fish habitat but not power demand: BC Hydro       BC Hydro says it has recorded historic low inflows at many of its smaller generating facilities in the Lower Mainland and on Vancouver Island.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:17 AM Jury finds escaped inmate guilty of first-degree murder of Vancouver Island man       As Justice David Crossin was thanking jury members for their work, the killer flipped his middle finger at the judge

Vancouver Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 11:00 AM Climate Change: Whales could be an important carbon sink, say scientists       A study by scientists at the University of Alaska Southeast suggest protecting whales is not only is a win for biodiversity loss but could also help sequester more carbon.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:53 AM B.C. Public Sector Salaries: Most teachers are women, most school bosses are men       Analysis: 47 of the 50 highest-paid people at B.C.'s post-secondary schools work at one university: UBC. And only nine of the top 50 are women.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:50 AM Three murders in 24 hours: IHIT investigating homicides in North Vancouver, Mission and Chilliwack       The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team was called out to three murder scenes between midday Tuesday and Wednesday morning

Vancouver Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:06 AM B.C. Public Sector Salaries Database: See how much public servants make       Our updated searchable database contains salary information for more than 125,000 public servants in B.C. earning at least $75,000, including those working in government, health care, policing and education.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 10:03 AM COVID update for Dec. 15-21: B.C. to release latest COVID numbers today | Canada's chief science adviser releases recommendations to combat long-COVID       Here's your weekly update with everything you need to know on the COVID situation in B.C. and around the world.

Vancouver Sun Thursday, December 15, 2022 9:16 AM The new B.C. Public Sector Salaries Database is out. Here's how you can support our work       It takes months to collect, organize and analyze the salaries of more than 100,000 public servants working in government, policing, health care and more.