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HUD secretary learns about housing challenges during Alaska visit

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A senior Biden administration official learned how housing and homeless issues are different in Alaska during a visit this week to the nation’s largest state. U.S.
New fences, gate controls among international border upgrades since 'Freedom Convoy'

New fences, gate controls among international border upgrades since 'Freedom Convoy'

OTTAWA — The Canadian Border Services Agency is improving the perimeter fences, gate controls and road infrastructure at 11 border crossings between the United States and Canada following the "Freedom Convoy" protests blockaded several crossings last
Canada suffers first loss of FIBA World Cup with 69-65 defeat to Brazil

Canada suffers first loss of FIBA World Cup with 69-65 defeat to Brazil

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a game-high 23 points but Canada suffered its first defeat at the FIBA Basketball World Cup, losing 69-65 to Brazil in second-round action Friday.
Federal Court rules 2022 elver quota transfer to First Nations fair and reasonable

Federal Court rules 2022 elver quota transfer to First Nations fair and reasonable

HALIFAX — The Federal Court has affirmed Ottawa’s move in 2022 to transfer part of the lucrative elver fishery quota in the Maritimes to First Nations fishers. In a written decision dated Aug.
Calgary man convicted in hit-and-run death of police officer to be sentenced Sept 27

Calgary man convicted in hit-and-run death of police officer to be sentenced Sept 27

CALGARY — A young man convicted of manslaughter in the hit-and-run death of a Calgary police officer is to learn his fate Sept. 27. Sgt. Andrew Harnett died after being dragged by an SUV, then falling into the path of an oncoming car on Dec.
CF Montreal set to meet familiar faces against visiting Columbus Crew

CF Montreal set to meet familiar faces against visiting Columbus Crew

MONTREAL — CF Montreal will run into some familiar faces when Columbus Crew pays a visit to Stade Saputo on Saturday. Former head coach Wilfried Nancy and centre back Rudy Camacho will be returning for the first time since their departures.
Denis LePage, co-founder of Montreal disco powerhouse duo Lime, dies at 74

Denis LePage, co-founder of Montreal disco powerhouse duo Lime, dies at 74

TORONTO — Disco producer Denis LePage had a knack for drawing revellers to the dance floor, and in the heart of Montreal’s pumping 1980s nightlife, the musician's hitmaking skills were unmistakable.
Quebec short-term rental law in effect, with big fines for uncertified listings

Quebec short-term rental law in effect, with big fines for uncertified listings

MONTREAL — Quebec's new tourist accommodation law is now in effect, with hefty fines of up to $100,000 for short-term rental platforms listing properties without a proper government certificate.
Competition Bureau approves RBC's proposed takeover of HSBC Canada

Competition Bureau approves RBC's proposed takeover of HSBC Canada

GATINEAU, Que. — The Competition Bureau has cleared RBC's proposed $13.5-billion takeover of HSBC Bank Canada despite concerns about concentration in Canada's financial sector.
Review finds at least 120 CRA employees claimed COVID benefits while employed

Review finds at least 120 CRA employees claimed COVID benefits while employed

OTTAWA — The Canada Revenue Agency says 120 people have been fired for claiming a federal COVID-19 benefit while employed there.