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As disasters mount, First Nations' safety has never been more pressing: Woodhouse

As disasters mount, First Nations' safety has never been more pressing: Woodhouse

GATINEAU, Que. — First Nations leaders gathered Wednesday to discuss how they can better prepare for the wildfires, pandemics, floods and effects of climate change that disproportionately affect their communities.
Just for Laughs' financial woes are worrying for future of comedy, Brent Butt says

Just for Laughs' financial woes are worrying for future of comedy, Brent Butt says

The cancellation of this year's Just for Laughs Montreal festival and the financial woes of the company that operates it threaten to leave a hole in Canada's comedy scene, those in the industry said as uncertainty swirled about the brand's future.
TC Energy confirms latest round of job cuts; unspecified number of employees affected

TC Energy confirms latest round of job cuts; unspecified number of employees affected

CALGARY — TC Energy Corp. has cut an unspecified number of jobs, primarily in Calgary and Houston, the pipeline company confirmed Wednesday.
Ontario jail inmate numbers spike in last year, now well over capacity, data shows

Ontario jail inmate numbers spike in last year, now well over capacity, data shows

TORONTO — Ontario's jails have seen a dramatic increase in the number of inmates over the past year with the majority of the facilities well over capacity, new data obtained by The Canadian Press shows.
Canadian Triple Crown opens with King's Plate on Aug. 17 at Woodbine Racetrack

Canadian Triple Crown opens with King's Plate on Aug. 17 at Woodbine Racetrack

TORONTO — The $1-million King's Plate will open the 2024 Canadian Triple Crown on Aug. 17, Woodbine Entertainment Group announced Wednesday. The King's Plate is North America's oldest continuously run race.

'There is a fine line': How NHL coaches and referees navigate the emotions of a game

Dave Jackson had just made what he thought was a straightforward tripping call. Refereeing an AHL game in the late 1980s, the young official couldn't understand why future NHL head coach Rick Bowness was upset. Jackson skated over for a chat.
A capsule look at the U Sports women's basketball Final 8

A capsule look at the U Sports women's basketball Final 8

A capsule look at the eight teams competing in the U Sports women's basketball Final 8 in Edmonton. Teams are listed by seeding heading into the tournament, along with their respective regular-season records.
Pocrnic, Ravens eye repeat as U Sports women's basketball champions

Pocrnic, Ravens eye repeat as U Sports women's basketball champions

Kali Pocrnic and the Carleton Ravens are ready for the challenge ahead as they seek a second straight national title at the U Sports women’s basketball Final 8.
Buck Stops Here: Broadcaster Martinez roams complex at Jays camp, soaking up info

Buck Stops Here: Broadcaster Martinez roams complex at Jays camp, soaking up info

With trusty black notebook and pen in hand, Buck Martinez covers a wide expanse at the Toronto Blue Jays' player development complex during spring training in Dunedin, Fla.
Majority of Proline bettors correctly picked Leafs to down Rangers

Majority of Proline bettors correctly picked Leafs to down Rangers

Max Domi brought a smile to many Proline bettors last weekend. Domi's shootout goal earned the Toronto Maple Leafs a 4-3 win over the New York Rangers on Saturday night. According to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp.