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Massive B.C. landslide could mean new barriers for struggling salmon

Massive B.C. landslide could mean new barriers for struggling salmon

VANCOUVER — An expert on British Columbia's salmon populations says the massive landslide that blocked off part of Canada's largest sockeye salmon run has created an unprecedented situation potentially putting the already struggling fish at even more
N.S. Black community prays for wounded, including 17-year-old girl, shot at reunion

N.S. Black community prays for wounded, including 17-year-old girl, shot at reunion

HALIFAX — A week after shots were fired during a reunion of former residents of a historic Black community in Halifax, a teenager remains in hospital with a bullet in her body, and a local church has organized a "circle of lament.
Another round of dry lightning expected in southern B.C. as heat returns

Another round of dry lightning expected in southern B.C. as heat returns

British Columbia's wildfire service says another round of dry lightning is in the forecast for the southern third of the province, coinciding with the return of hot, dry weather that's raising the fire risk heading into the long weekend.
Ottawa says Meta may still see Online News Act regulation — but CRTC wants more proof

Ottawa says Meta may still see Online News Act regulation — but CRTC wants more proof

OTTAWA — The Liberal government continues to insist that Meta may still be regulated under its Online News Act, as users continue to find ways around its news ban.
Four-year-old boy drowns in residential pool southwest of Montreal

Four-year-old boy drowns in residential pool southwest of Montreal

BEAUHARNOIS, Que.
Former fashion mogul Peter Nygard's sentencing delayed again, now set for Sept. 9

Former fashion mogul Peter Nygard's sentencing delayed again, now set for Sept. 9

TORONTO — The long-delayed sentencing for former fashion tycoon Peter Nygard was postponed once again after prosecutors asked that it be adjourned to early September.
Canada finishes space launch negotiations with the United States

Canada finishes space launch negotiations with the United States

OTTAWA — Canada is a step closer to the final frontier after completing negotiations with the United States on an agreement with major implications for domestic space launches.
'Ontario's moment:' Minister says Canada building blueprint for nuclear energy future

'Ontario's moment:' Minister says Canada building blueprint for nuclear energy future

WASHINGTON — Ontario is selling itself as the nuclear North Star to guide the direction of American power as the United States looks to de-carbonize amid ever-increasing demand for energy. "It really underscores both Canada and the U.S.
In the news today: Backcountry campers undeterred by Jasper fire

In the news today: Backcountry campers undeterred by Jasper fire

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed...
'I love Jasper': Backcountry campers not deterred by dramatic wildfire rescue

'I love Jasper': Backcountry campers not deterred by dramatic wildfire rescue

EDMONTON — Nestled along a meadow in Jasper’s backcountry, Charles Vantanajal and his family stood in awe of the dynamic, ever-changing cloud of thick, white wildfire smoke that rose near Oldhorn Mountain. “I've never seen anything like it,” he said.
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