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Sentencing hearing delayed for harasser of B.C. teen Amanda Todd

Sentencing hearing delayed for harasser of B.C. teen Amanda Todd

NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C. — A sentencing hearing for the Dutch man found guilty of harassing British Columbia teenager Amanda Todd has been adjourned until next month due to illness. B.C.
Legault sorry for saying racism against Indigenous people at hospital is 'settled'

Legault sorry for saying racism against Indigenous people at hospital is 'settled'

QUEBEC — Coalition Avenir Québec Leader François Legault apologized on Tuesday for offending the husband of an Indigenous woman who filmed nurses mocking her as she lay dying in a Quebec hospital.
QuickSketch: A look at Conservative Party of Quebec Leader Éric Duhaime

QuickSketch: A look at Conservative Party of Quebec Leader Éric Duhaime

MONTREAL — A look at Éric Duhaime, leader of the Conservative Party of Quebec. Born: April 15, 1969, in Montreal. Early years: An only child, Duhaime grew up in the Montreal suburb of Laval.
Justin Trudeau slightly favoured over Pierre Poilievre for prime minister: new poll

Justin Trudeau slightly favoured over Pierre Poilievre for prime minister: new poll

OTTAWA — A new poll suggests Canadians still believe Justin Trudeau is still the best man for the job of prime minister — but he has only a slight lead over new Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre.
Amber Alert cancelled for missing Vancouver child, found in Alberta

Amber Alert cancelled for missing Vancouver child, found in Alberta

VANCOUVER — An Amber Alert has been cancelled for the child who authorities say was taken from BC Children's Hospital in Vancouver on Monday.
Dental care details and inflation update: In The News for Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022

Dental care details and inflation update: In The News for Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022

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 Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022. What we are watching in Canada ...
Alberta man found guilty in death of Métis hunters appealing conviction, sentence

Alberta man found guilty in death of Métis hunters appealing conviction, sentence

EDMONTON — An Alberta man found guilty of manslaughter in the deaths of two Métis hunters is appealing his conviction and sentence.
Former swimmer Tewksbury calls queen's funeral 'personal,' proud to represent Canada

Former swimmer Tewksbury calls queen's funeral 'personal,' proud to represent Canada

Former Canadian swim star Mark Tewksbury was among thousands to honour Queen Elizabeth II at her funeral Monday in London. A funeral that was "personal" to him.
Expert flags potential for dental-care clawbacks as result of federal program

Expert flags potential for dental-care clawbacks as result of federal program

OTTAWA — A University of Calgary economist warns a new federal dental benefit for children could open families up to the potential for "clawbacks" if they don't spend all the money on their kids' teeth.
Queen honoured in procession, commemorative service in Victoria, B.C.

Queen honoured in procession, commemorative service in Victoria, B.C.

VICTORIA — Dignitaries including British Columbia's premier and lieutenant-governor joined a commemorative service Monday in honour of Queen Elizabeth in the capital city named after her great-great-grandmother.