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'Queen of the North Atlantic:' Nova Scotia schooner Bluenose launched 100 years ago

HALIFAX — It is Canada's most famous ship, a national icon that calls to mind the romance of the age of sail and the tenacity of those who make their living on the North Atlantic.

Mar 25, 2021 10:52 AM Read more >

Supreme Court to review provisions on evidence of sexual history in assault cases

OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada will look at the constitutionality of provisions that govern evidence about an alleged assault victim's sexual history.

Mar 25, 2021 8:54 AM Read more >

People infected with COVID-19 may need just one dose of vaccine, studies say

VANCOUVER — Scientists at the National Advisory Committee on Immunization are reviewing research that suggests people who have been infected with COVID-19 can turbocharge their antibodies with just one dose of a vaccine.

Mar 25, 2021 7:13 AM Read more >

Supreme Court decision on carbon tax and hair ties for guys: In The News for March 25

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 March 25 ... What we are watching in Canada ...

Mar 25, 2021 1:15 AM Read more >

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Thursday, March 25, 2021

The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 4 a.m. ET on Thursday, March 25, 2021. There are 946,370 confirmed cases in Canada. <b>_ Canada: 946,370 confirmed cases (37,100 active, 886,511 resolved, 22,759 deaths).

Mar 25, 2021 1:00 AM Read more >

A look at COVID-19 vaccinations in Canada on Thursday, March 25, 2021

The latest numbers on COVID-19 vaccinations in Canada as of a a.m. ET on Thursday, March 25, 2021. In Canada, the provinces are reporting 171,761 new vaccinations administered for a total of 4,393,876 doses given. Nationwide, 642,821 people or 1.

Mar 25, 2021 1:00 AM Read more >

Who have provinces pegged to receive COVID-19 vaccines in the coming weeks?

As COVID-19 vaccine supplies ramp up across the country, most provinces and territories have released details of who can expect to receive a shot in the coming weeks.

Mar 25, 2021 1:00 AM Read more >

A look at COVID-19 vaccinations in Canada on Wednesday, March 24, 2021

The latest numbers on COVID-19 vaccinations in Canada as of 10:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 24, 2021. In Canada, the provinces are reporting 171,761 new vaccinations administered for a total of 4,393,876 doses given.

Mar 24, 2021 8:10 PM Read more >

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Wednesday, March 24, 2021

The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 24, 2021. There are 946,370 confirmed cases in Canada. <b>_ Canada: 946,370 confirmed cases (37,100 active, 886,511 resolved, 22,759 deaths).

Mar 24, 2021 7:18 PM Read more >

New EU export restrictions unlikely to hit Canada's COVID-19 supplies, feds say

TORONTO — Concerns about possible disruptions to Canada's COVID-19 vaccine supply emerged Wednesday as the prime minister played down any immediate threat to shipments expected in the coming weeks.

Mar 24, 2021 6:25 PM Read more >