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Police using social media accounts as Meta begins blocking news for Canadians

Police using social media accounts as Meta begins blocking news for Canadians

OTTAWA — Police services across Canada are grappling with how they will relay emergency information, including breaking news and details of missing persons, once Meta begins permanently removing news from its social media platforms.
Global Affairs says Michael Chong targeted by foreign smear campaign on Chinese app

Global Affairs says Michael Chong targeted by foreign smear campaign on Chinese app

OTTAWA — Global Affairs Canada believes Conservative MP Michael Chong has been the victim of a foreign smear campaign, which the department suspects was conducted by Beijing.
Renewable energy workers say Alberta's pause will wipe out season of work

Renewable energy workers say Alberta's pause will wipe out season of work

Alberta's decision to pause approvals of new renewable energy projects is putting the lives of thousands of workers on hold, an industry group says.
Nova Scotia angler hooks juvenile great white shark and story of a lifetime

Nova Scotia angler hooks juvenile great white shark and story of a lifetime

Rick Austin said his thoughts went to the 1975 movie "Jaws" because of a scene in which a character's reel is clicking as he prepares for a big catch — the same scenario he found himself in.
Fax machines standing in way of Quebec health system fully adopting AI: report

Fax machines standing in way of Quebec health system fully adopting AI: report

MONTREAL — The Quebec health-care system's reliance on fax machines, handwritten notes and paper files is standing in the way of the province fully harnessing artificial intelligence, according to a recent report.
Religious group sues Quebec government for blocking event over abortion concerns

Religious group sues Quebec government for blocking event over abortion concerns

QUEBEC — A Christian group announced Wednesday it is suing the Quebec government after the tourism minister cancelled a religious gathering last June at a publicly owned convention centre because she assumed the event would promote anti-abortion view
Canada, allies sanction more Belarus officials for role in democratic suppression

Canada, allies sanction more Belarus officials for role in democratic suppression

OTTAWA — Canada has announced more sanctions against officials in Belarus as the country marks three years since a presidential vote that is widely seen as rigged.
Quebec court says it can hear challenge to governor general's lack of French

Quebec court says it can hear challenge to governor general's lack of French

MONTREAL — The Quebec Superior Court has ruled that it can hear a challenge to the appointment of Gov. Gen. Mary Simon, who isn't fluent in French.
In the news today: Details of B.C. port strike deal, missing fishermen in N.B.

In the news today: Details of B.C. port strike deal, missing fishermen in N.B.

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today...
'It came back to life.' Trees scarred by vandals recovering in historic Halifax park

'It came back to life.' Trees scarred by vandals recovering in historic Halifax park

HALIFAX — In the heart of downtown Halifax sits a small but beloved park known for its elaborate flower beds and stately trees.