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Trudeau announces money for Quebec firm that produces minerals for electric cars

Trudeau announces money for Quebec firm that produces minerals for electric cars

SOREL-TRACY, Que. — Ottawa will invest $222 million to help a Quebec company increase production of critical minerals for goods such as electric cars and batteries while simultaneously cutting emissions, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Tuesday.
'Defending Saskatchewan': Moe prepared to take legal actions over pollution laws

'Defending Saskatchewan': Moe prepared to take legal actions over pollution laws

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says he's prepared to take legal action over federal regulations on pollution.
Hockey Canada resignations only first step in changing sport's culture: Trudeau

Hockey Canada resignations only first step in changing sport's culture: Trudeau

Hockey Canada's under-fire leadership finally stepped aside amid blistering and unwavering criticism over the embattled organization's handling of sexual assault allegations.
Canada and Japan launch formal talks on intelligence-sharing pact, more military ties

Canada and Japan launch formal talks on intelligence-sharing pact, more military ties

OTTAWA — Canada and Japan have launched talks aimed at sharing military intelligence, as the two countries try countering growing threats from China and Russia.
Cap on international students' working hours should be lifted permanently: advocates

Cap on international students' working hours should be lifted permanently: advocates

OTTAWA — A new pilot project to lift the cap on the number of hours international students can work should be made permanent, say advocates who have spent years asking for the change.
Canada sending 40 military engineers to train Ukraine forces after missile strikes

Canada sending 40 military engineers to train Ukraine forces after missile strikes

OTTAWA — Canada is sending 40 military engineers to Poland to train Ukrainian forces in their fight against Russia, following airstrikes on civilians that have G7 leaders pledging to support Kyiv "for as long as it takes.
'Can't serve two masters': Parti Québécois leader refuses to swear oath to King

'Can't serve two masters': Parti Québécois leader refuses to swear oath to King

MONTREAL — Parti Québécois Leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon said Tuesday he didn't want to swear an oath to King Charles III, but the newly elected member wouldn't say what he would do if his formal request to the legislature is rejected.
Several federal cabinet members expected to testify at 'Freedom Convoy' hearings

Several federal cabinet members expected to testify at 'Freedom Convoy' hearings

OTTAWA — Eight federal cabinet members, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, are among those slated to testify at the public inquiry into the government's unprecedented use of the Emergencies Act.
Trudeau condemns Russia, U.K. killer of Canadian sentenced : In The News for Oct. 11

Trudeau condemns Russia, U.K. killer of Canadian sentenced : In The News for Oct. 11

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Oct. 11 ... What we are watching in Canada ...
An election, then a trial, poses unusual test for Surrey's Mayor McCallum

An election, then a trial, poses unusual test for Surrey's Mayor McCallum

SURREY, B.C. — Incumbent Mayor Doug McCallum of Surrey, B.C., is facing consecutive challenges — one at the ballot box and the other in a courtroom.