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Canadian PM says Albertans have made a 'clear choice' to reject referendum on independence
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Alberta referendum: Voters want province to remain in Canada, CBC News projects | CBC
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Key FactsEarly Results Favor Alberta Staying in Canada
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- Monday’s nonbinding vote was Alberta’s first separation referendum and asked whether a binding independence referendum should be held.
- With more than one-third of ballots counted, official results showed over 76 percent for unity; CBC and CTV projected a comfortable victory.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed the result, saying Albertans had clearly chosen national unity.
- Jeffrey Rath of the Alberta Prosperity Project said his campaign for an independent Alberta would continue despite the result.
They chose unity, to build together, and to take care of each other.— Mark Carney, in a statement on X after Alberta voted to remain part of Canada.
Albertans support staying in Canada, oppose separation referendum, CTV News projects. Follow for live updates.
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Idea of partnering with U.S. is ‘under attack’ in Canada, Hoekstra says: From the Trump administration’s perspective, Washington isn’t in a trade war with Ottawa ...
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OpinionAlberta’s separatist movement is built on false and unearned authority: The so-called leaders of the province’s independence movement have just been in it for ...
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Canadian man gets 50 additional years in prison after knife attack on U.S. guards
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Adam Fantilli with a big hit on former teammate Kirill Marchenko 👀
ROGERS DODGER: The Maple Leafs earned a huge win over the Sharks last night. But if you were like many frustrated fans, you weren't able to watch unless ... Show more
OpinionLILLEY: Carney Liberals defend handing CRA security contract to U.S. firm tied to Trump’s ICE
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The Penguins have released a statement regarding a medical episode involving Ben Kindel, stating he's "conscious, alert and in stable condition."
Canada Wainwright fire: Four dead and dozens injured, Carney says - follow live: Prime Minister Mark Carney says it's "one of the worst tragedies" ...
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Alberta's decision to stay in Canada gives Carney backing to take on Trump: The overwhelming vote by Alberta to stay in Canada gives Mark Carney political ...
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New lawsuit filed challenging Trump’s tariffs on Canada: A lawsuit challenging U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs targeting Canada has been filed in the ...
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Alberta Referendum: Over 76 Percent Vote to Remain Part of Canada
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U.S. food importer sues Trump over Canada tariffs: A lawsuit challenging U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs targeting Canada has been filed in the United ...
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Poll shows B.C. Conservative leader Lorne Doerkson considered best choice for premier
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OpinionLILLEY: Desperate Chow turns to scare tactics as Bradford surges: The mayor’s desperate attacks on Bradford say more about the race than any survey ...
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OpinionJames Moore: Alberta’s vote to ‘remain’ is a clear warning to the conservative movement
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NDP Leader Eby vows not to use Wainwright tragedy for political gain : Eby’s promise follows criticism from the BC Conservatives
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Brendan Nugent facing three charges over alleged attack on MP Helen Haines: Victoria police arrested the 43-year-old Tarrawingee man on Monday afternoon after ...
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EU and Canada to flesh out closer associate membership by 2027: The European Union and Canada will endorse an unprecedented alliance at a summit next week ...
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Canada, Turkiye set to sign pledge during Carney visit to deepen defence, energy ties, Reuters source says
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EXCLUSIVE POLL: Chow’s lead over Bradford narrows, now within margin of error: Olivia Chow’s lead over Brad Bradford has narrowed and is now within the margin of ...
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OpinionAlberta rejected separation. Here's how Canada can put an end to 'neverendums' and make 'no' the final answer
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Paid articlePaywallSudbury man shoots 2 hunting partners, killing one of them: Ontario Provincial Police say an eastern Ontario hunting excursion by three people from Sudbury last ...
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'Bank of Canada will be increasing interest rates by 25 bps': Lau: Laura Lau, CIO at Brompton Group, joins BNN Bloomberg to discuss the outlook for the ...
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Finance minister announces date for new federal budget to be tabled: Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne will table the federal budget on Nov. 5 ...
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Albertans have voted against separating from Canada in a historic referendum, according to preliminary results released in the early hours of Tuesday morning ... Show more
Former Alberta premiers Rachel Notley and Jason Kenney discuss Premier Smith and Alberta’s future
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Business leaders breathe sigh of relief on Alberta referendum result: Leaders with ties to the province say outcome reinforces the concept that Canada is ...
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Key FactsStudy Links High Personal Taxes to Canada’s Competitiveness
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nationalpost.com
- The United States ranked 17th, two places behind Canada, and eighth for corporate competitiveness.
- A KPMG survey found 71 per cent of Canadian business leaders expected the upcoming budget to help businesses.
- Sixty-two per cent identified the Canada-U.S. trade conflict as the top priority, followed by attracting foreign investment at 44 per cent.
- A spokesperson for François-Philippe Champagne said the government aims to reduce risks in Canada’s tax regime and encourage investment.
Canadian workers and businesses are fighting to survive tariffs and our governments are making it harder by imposing less competitive business and income taxes than the Americans.— Franco Terrazzano, the federation’s federal director, in a release
Ruba Ghazal, spokesperson for Quebec Solidaire, raised a Palestinian keffiyeh during her oath-taking ceremony at Quebec’s National Assembly in Canada ... Show more
Frustrated Canadian hockey fans irate over new streaming costs: ‘First game I missed in a decade’
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OpinionJosh Dehaas: When the public needed info on Wainwright, a journalist was prevented from getting it
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Analyzing why Matthew Knies has cooled after a hot start for Blue Jackets: Matthew Knies came out of the blocks flying in his Blue Jackets debut ...
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Following in the steps of the Parti Québécois, on Monday 39 Quebec Liberals swore the oath to the Quebec people, omitting the oath to King Charles III ... Show more
Carney hails Alberta vote as 'great result for Canada,' vows to work with provinces on immigration
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Huge setback for Alberta's separatist movement after decisive defeat: Leaders of the movement for independence vow to push on but the margin of defeat could make ...
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U.S. cuts tariffs on most Canadian softwood lumber: But it still means tariffs at the border on softwood are now roughly 35 per cent, down from 45 per cent ...
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Edmonton supporters celebrate vote for a ‘United Canada’: CTV’s Geoff Hastings reports from Edmonton, where supporters are celebrating after a decisive vote for ...
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Trump sued over 50% tariffs on Canada in latest trade challenge: A new lawsuit challenges President Donald Trump's tariffs on a range of Canadian goods using ...
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‘Danielle Smith’s career has been defined by a slow walk towards separation’: NDP leader Avi Lewis | Watch News Videos Online
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Key FactsSeveral Metro Vancouver municipalities elect new mayors
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: vancouversun.com
- In Port Moody, Haven Lurbiecki defeated Meghan Lahti by five points and announced a review of a 14-tower housing plan.
- In Coquitlam, Craig Hodge won by 32 points and listed managing growth, including affordable housing, as a priority.
- In the two Langleys, Jay Lundgren and Delaney Mack defeated the incumbents by more than eight and 22 points, respectively.
- In White Rock, Chris Shields won by 16.5 points and will govern with five Together for White Rock councillors and one independent.
The door at Township Hall will be kicked open, and I will keep it open. You do not have to agree with me or any mayor to be treated with respect by your own Township.— Jay Lundgren, mayor-elect of the Township of Langley; on openness and respectful governance
CRA awards $12M contract to subsidiary of U.S. company over non-profit Commissionaires
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Canadian who stole a Las Vegas flamingo after drinking '30 to 40' beers convicted of animal cruelty
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Key FactsCanadian Tourist Convicted After Flamingo Theft
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
- Mitchell Fairbarn, 34, took Peachy, a Chilean flamingo, from Flamingo Las Vegas’s wildlife habitat in March.
- He carried the bird by its neck to his hotel room; experts reported torn feathers and blood loss.
- Fairbarn testified that he had consumed 30 to 40 beers and believed taking the bird would be funny.
- Jurors found him guilty of animal abuse after about five hours; Fairbarn remains under house arrest and cannot leave the United States.
funny— Mitchell Fairbarn testified in court that taking the flamingo would be 'funny'.
Norwegian Company Pitches 2,800-Mile Undersea Cable Linking Canada and Europe to Bypass the US
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OpinionAlberta remains in Canada. And now the real work begins: Business and political leaders need to ensure growth in the province is not hampered in the referendum’s ...
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Albertans back remaining in Canada in referendum: Some 76.5% of voters rejected holding a future vote on the province’s secession
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Lawyer asks judge to suspend Quebec law that abolished mandatory oath to the King
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Alberta voters reject move towards independence from Canada: Early results show the oil-rich province has overwhelmingly backed unity in a boost for Prime ...
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Canada urges travellers to avoid demonstrations as France grapples with rioting: Canada is urging travellers to France to avoid demonstrations as French ...
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Keanu Reeves Cast in James Wan’s New Remake of Beloved Horror Movie: Keanu Reeves isn't leaving the action genre anytime soon. According to a new report ...
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Lorne Doerkson didn’t plan on leading the BC Conservatives, but he’s trying to meet the moment
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Why the other nine Alberta referendum questions should dampen Canada's celebration
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In Canada, voters in Alberta overwhelmingly rejected a referendum that would have put the province on a path toward independence ... Show more
Ryan Gosling on 'Project Hail Mary' and help from Julia Roberts: The star of Phil Lord and Chris Miller's sci-fi hit talks about his attraction to Andy ...
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Vancouver elects Canada’s first Green mayor: Pete Fry said dealing with community safety and homelessness are among his priorities
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Key FactsPete Fry becomes Vancouver’s first Green mayor
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theglobeandmail.com
- Pete Fry defeated incumbent Ken Sim in Vancouver’s municipal election.
- Fry lists community safety and a thoughtful approach to helping people leave Vancouver’s streets among his priorities.
- During the campaign, Fry pledged an office coordinating police, fire, community services and land use, plus a 24/7 non-police team for non-emergency calls.
- Of 10 elected councillors, nine are left of centre: four Greens, four Coalition of Progressive Electors, and one OneCity member.
this sort of visible manifestation of poverty and homelessness on our streets. How do we fix that as a society and a city and get away from this really negative narrative.— Pete Fry said in an interview Sunday.
Albertans have voted against separation. What does that mean for the country?: Albertans have chosen. The majority of those who cast their ballots in the ...
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Noah Reid, Clark Backo, Carrie-Anne Moss, and Hudson Williams cover the latest issue of Entertainment Weekly for ‘YAGA’
Key Facts‘Yaga’ Blends Baba Yaga Folklore With Modern Crime
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ew.com
- Kat Sandler adapted her own play, updating the Baba Yaga legend for the series.
- Spoiled 22-year-old Henry disappears from his mansion on a Canadian island, while the existence of a mystery initially remains uncertain.
- Detective Carson and private investigator Rapp search for Henry while his family remains on a business trip in Japan.
- The review praises the atmosphere and cast but criticizes increasingly thin, uneven execution.
I wonder why you tell stories of the wicked old witch when no one will stay and get to know me.— Baba Yaga speaks this line in Yaga, an AMC+ series, expressing frustration with being reduced to a trope rather than being understood.
Four Canadian soldiers killed in a fast-moving fire during a training exercise in Alberta over the weekend are being remembered by their families and ... Show more
Initial forecast: Majority in Alberta against secession from Canada: The western Canadian province of Alberta is voting on whether to initiate a secession ...
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Stelco's U.S. owner says steelmaker had 'strongest' quarter since acquisition as massive layoffs underway
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Video shows Scottie Barnes singing this popular Justin Bieber song at a Raptors Halloween party
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