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Three charged, including spouse, with supplying ammunition to N.S. mass shooter

HALIFAX — Three people, including the killer's former spouse, have been charged with supplying ammunition to the gunman who killed 22 people in the April 18-19 mass shooting in Nova Scotia.

Dec 4, 2020 10:29 AM Read more >

Trudeau stresses digital tech's potential — and dangers — at global AI summit

MONTREAL — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau kicked off the inaugural meeting of a global council on artificial intelligence by warning of the danger of unbridled digital technology, despite its potential to change the world for the better.

Dec 4, 2020 7:48 AM Read more >

'My only wish:' Children asking pet charity to help their furry friends at Christmas

CALGARY — One child asks for a coat for her dog in case her family gets evicted. Another girl hopes Santa can bring her pet medication he needs. Another wishes for enough dog food.

Dec 4, 2020 1:00 AM Read more >

Ontario COVID-19 task force and Biden's mask plan: In The News for Dec. 4

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kick-start your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Dec. 4 ... What we are watching in Canada ...

Dec 4, 2020 12:07 AM Read more >

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Friday, Dec. 4, 2020

The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 4:00 a.m. ET on Friday Dec. 4, 2020. There are 396,270 confirmed cases in Canada. Canada: 396,270 confirmed cases (69,255 active, 314,608 resolved, 12,407 deaths).

Dec 3, 2020 8:00 PM Read more >

Children and youth with special needs 'left out' of pandemic response: B.C. watchdog

VANCOUVER — Victoria O'Connor says she's reached a breaking point while constantly managing and advocating for the supports she needs for her twin sons, who are non-verbal and have been diagnosed with autism.

Dec 3, 2020 7:52 PM Read more >

COVID-19 vaccine approval could be days away as pressures mount on health-care system

Senior Health Canada officials said Thursday they could be just days away from approving a COVID-19 vaccine as many provinces reported increasing hospitalizations and Quebec cancelled plans to allow gatherings over the Christmas holidays.

Dec 3, 2020 5:44 PM Read more >

Metro Vancouver transit system confirms ransomware attack, says payment data secure

VANCOUVER — Metro Vancouver's transit authority is confirming that it was the target of a ransomware attack on part of its information technology systems.

Dec 3, 2020 5:40 PM Read more >

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020

The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 7:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020. There are 396,270 confirmed cases in Canada. _ Canada: 396,270 confirmed cases (69,255 active, 314,608 resolved, 12,407 deaths).

Dec 3, 2020 4:53 PM Read more >

Liberals accuse Conservatives of disregarding court deadline, filibustering MAID bill

OTTAWA — Federal Liberals are accusing the Conservatives of thumbing their noses at a looming court deadline by filibustering a bill to expand access to medical assistance in dying.

Dec 3, 2020 4:01 PM Read more >