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Canadian duo wins bronze medal in women's C-2 500 canoe sprint

Canadian duo wins bronze medal in women's C-2 500 canoe sprint

TOKYO — Canada's Katie Vincent and Laurence Vincent-Lapointe have won a bronze medal in the women's doubles 500-metre canoe sprint. It's the first medal for Vincent and the second for Vincent-Lapointe, who took silver in the C-1 200 on Thursday.
Two Edmonton Elks players in COVID-19 protocols ahead of season opener

Two Edmonton Elks players in COVID-19 protocols ahead of season opener

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks say two players have been placed in COVID-19 protocols and one staff member is isolating at home following a positive test result.
Raptors confirm sign-and-trade sending Lowry to Miami for Dragic, Achiuwa

Raptors confirm sign-and-trade sending Lowry to Miami for Dragic, Achiuwa

TORONTO — Raptors legend Kyle Lowry knows his return to Toronto won't be easy. The team on Friday confirmed a sign-and-trade deal that sent the star guard to the Miami Heat, ending his nine-year run in Toronto.
Canada Ravens regroup after decision to postpone Rugby League World Cup

Canada Ravens regroup after decision to postpone Rugby League World Cup

The decision to postpone the Rugby League World Cup to next year will help Canada's entry prepare but remains disappointing, Canadian team officials say. The tournament, which features men's, women's and wheelchair play, was scheduled to begin Oct.
Perez looks to Toronto FC to bounce back Saturday after poor midweek showing

Perez looks to Toronto FC to bounce back Saturday after poor midweek showing

Toronto FC Interim coach Javier Perez expects a response from his team Saturday against New York City FC in the wake of a poor performance in a 3-0 midweek loss at Philadelphia.
Vancouver Whitecaps announce pair of deals, look to bolster backline

Vancouver Whitecaps announce pair of deals, look to bolster backline

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Whitecaps have announced a pair of deals as they look to bolster their squad. The club says it has signed experienced defender Florian Jungwirth from the San Diego Earthquakes, with the U.S.
American Felix sets new women's Olympics medal record

American Felix sets new women's Olympics medal record

TOKYO (AP) — The new medal standard in Olympic women's track has been set. American Allyson Felix stands alone at the top and still has a chance to go even higher.
Dramatic women's soccer win caps huge day for Canada at Tokyo Games

Dramatic women's soccer win caps huge day for Canada at Tokyo Games

TOKYO — Moments after Julia Grosso's kick deflected off the hands of the Swedish keeper and into the goal, her Canadian teammates charged onto the pitch at Tokyo Stadium in jubilation.
Canadian sprinters win bronze in men's 4x100 relay; De Grasse gets 6th Olympic medal

Canadian sprinters win bronze in men's 4x100 relay; De Grasse gets 6th Olympic medal

TOKYO — Andre De Grasse ran a blistering anchor leg, and Canada's men's 4x100 relay team won bronze at the Tokyo Olympics. It's the third medal of the Games, and sixth Olympic medal overall, for De Grasse. The 26-year-old from Markham, Ont.
Canada beats Sweden in penalties to win gold in women's soccer

Canada beats Sweden in penalties to win gold in women's soccer

YOKOHAMA, Japan — The Canadian women's soccer team is celebrating an Olympic title at the Tokyo Games. Canada defeated Sweden 3-2 on penalty kicks to win the gold medal after the teams finished extra time tied at one.