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David Braley Foundation donates $250,000 to amateur football in British Columbia

David Braley Foundation donates $250,000 to amateur football in British Columbia

VANCOUVER — The David Braley Foundation has donated $250,000 to amateur football in British Columbia, the B.C. Lions announced Friday.
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Canadians Gilles, Poirier second after rhythm dance at ISU Grand Prix event

Canadians Gilles, Poirier second after rhythm dance at ISU Grand Prix event

GRENOBLE, France — Canadians Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier finished second in the rhythm dance Friday at the ISU Grand Prix in France. The Toronto ice dancers scored 81.35 with their skate to music by Elton John.
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Arrows re-sign Argentina's Tomas de la Vega, Canadian international Paul Ciulini

Arrows re-sign Argentina's Tomas de la Vega, Canadian international Paul Ciulini

TORONTO — The Toronto Arrows have re-signed Tomas de la Vega and Paul Ciulini and added second-round draft pick Bryce Worden.
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Another soccer showdown in Alberta as Cavalry FC hosts Pacific FC in CPL playoffs

Another soccer showdown in Alberta as Cavalry FC hosts Pacific FC in CPL playoffs

Four days after Canada's memorable World Cup qualifying win over Mexico in snowy Edmonton, there's another soccer showdown in Alberta.
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English cricketer sorry for appearing in blackface at party

English cricketer sorry for appearing in blackface at party

LONDON (AP) — English cricketer Alex Hales apologized on Friday after the publication of a photo showing him in blackface portraying Tupac Shakur at a party in 2009.
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Unique technology helps former Humboldt Bronco rehabilitate, return to hockey

Unique technology helps former Humboldt Bronco rehabilitate, return to hockey

SURREY, B.C. — Layne Matechuk just wants to play hockey — and a unique piece of technology is helping him take strides toward that goal.
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Forge looks to dispatch York United and move within one win of a third CPL title

Forge looks to dispatch York United and move within one win of a third CPL title

In a season that has seen it travel to El Salvador, Panama and Costa Rica, Forge FC is looking to make its mark at home Sunday when it hosts York United FC in the Canadian Premier League semifinal. It's game No.
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Winnipeg Blue Bombers release veteran CFL receiver Roosevelt from the practice roster

Winnipeg Blue Bombers release veteran CFL receiver Roosevelt from the practice roster

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Blue Bombers released veteran receiver Naaman Roosevelt from their practice roster Friday. Roosevelt, 30, signed with Winnipeg on Aug. 30 and spent his entire time with the CFL club on the practice roster.
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Canadian men climb to No. 40 in latest FIFA rankings, matching all-time high

Canadian men climb to No. 40 in latest FIFA rankings, matching all-time high

Fuelled by wins over Mexico and Costa Rica, Canada has risen eight places to No. 40 in the latest FIFA world rankings, matching its highest-ever position. The Canadian men also hit No. 40 in December 1996.
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Priestman looks to extend unbeaten run in a pair of games in Mexico

Priestman looks to extend unbeaten run in a pair of games in Mexico

TORONTO — The Canadian women will look to extend their 12-game unbeaten run with a pair of games in Mexico. Sixth-ranked Canada will play No. 28 Mexico on Nov. 27 and Nov. 30 with a 10-day camp starting Nov. 22 in Mexico City.
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