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Carolyn Law didn't think much of it when a snow goose landed in her Richmond, B.C., backyard, on Halloween. But hours later it had barely moved. Then it started bobbing its head repeatedly.

There are no indications that H5N1 bird flu would spark a pandemic, but experts urged preparedness — including increased flu surveillance, early detection and vaccine availability.

SURREY, B.C. — Federal Mounties have arrested three men in Surrey, B.C., who they say are tied to an organized crime group with links to Mexican drug cartels believed to be importing cocaine to Canada.

MONTREAL — Quebec’s independent police watchdog has launched an investigation after a person was seriously injured during a police intervention in Montreal this morning.

As the Republican leader starts making decisions about his administration, designations for foreign policy and border positions have sent signals to Canada about America's path forward.

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is travelling to Bermuda today to give a eulogy at the funeral for businessman Peter Green.

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed...

CALGARY — Margaret Atwood has been called prescient — particularly when it comes to her famous 1985 dystopia "The Handmaid's Tale" and the recent rollback of reproductive rights in the United States — but the renowned Canadian author says her predict

VICTORIA — Two newly elected members of British Columbia's Green Party will officially take their seats in the legislature following the first of three swearing-in ceremonies since last month's provincial election.

OTTAWA — Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland says the Canada carbon rebate for small businesses will be tax-free.