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Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:51:00 EST
Judge rejects ‘Freedom Convoy’ lawyer’s racist flag claims as a ‘fishing expedition’
It would be a waste of time to pursue a “Freedom Convoy” lawyer’s conspiracy theory that has “little foundation in evidence,” says judge.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 17:10:00 EST
Ontario asks health clinics to stay open longer to take pressure off ERs
Ontario’s Health Ministry is asking family health team and nurse practitioner clinics to work at “full capacity” — including nights and weekends.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 18:23:33 EST
In first meeting of new Toronto council, Mayor John Tory outlines conditions for using ‘strong mayor’ powers
Tory acknowledged there are concerns about the legislation, which would allow him to pass measures with the support of one-third of the council.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:13:00 EST
Justice Minister David Lametti refuses to reveal key advice behind decision to use Emergencies Act
Newly released text messages reveal Canada’s justice minister explored using the Emergencies Act on the very first weekend of the “Freedom Convoy.”

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 17:54:23 EST
Ontario bill that allows profs to be fired for sex assault needs to do more for victims, critics say
The bill, introduced by Colleges and Universities Minister Jill Dunlop in October, gives schools clear rights to let go a member of faculty — without any financial payouts — when they are found to have abused a student.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 19:23:51 EST
Bruce Arthur: Canada earned some respect in their loss against Belgium — but now they have no margin for error
Canada played fearless football against the highly ranked Belgians, becoming the first team to attempt 20 shots and a penalty in the World Cup and not score since 1978. But now they’re bottom of their group and need to avoid losses to Morocco and C...

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 18:46:00 EST
What’s behind Pierre Poilievre’s controversial drug policy?
The Conservative leader is promising a new approach to managing Canada’s toxic drug crisis, but what he’s saying about that crisis is an irresponsible distortion of the facts, his critics charge.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 17:40:23 EST
Doug Ford’s Tories accused of holding ‘secret conversations’ before controversial municipal governance changes
As Premier Doug Ford’s initial strong-mayor legislation was proclaimed into law, his government is being battered for its followup.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 18:47:00 EST
What is the Emergencies Act and when can it be used?
What exactly is this never-before-used piece of legislation, and how will we know if it was deployed appropriately? Here’s what you need to know.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:03:13 EST
Edmonton teen is killed in Jerusalem bus-station blast — and father apologizes for not protecting him
Aryeh Schupak died of injuries suffered in a coordinated bus explosion that occurred Wednesday morning while he and classmates were travelling to school

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:10:42 EST
Vinay Menon: It’s time for Herschel Walker, the most unintentionally hilarious man alive, to ditch politics for comedy
Over the last few months, Walker has made me laugh out loud more than Dave Chappelle and Chris Rock combined.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:33:12 EST
Alberta demands RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki be removed
Alberta Justice Minister Tyler Shandro says the commissioner has failed in her duties and should be removed from her post.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:29:37 EST
Sammy Yatim inquest derailed by convicted officer’s ‘outrageous’ 11th-hour motion
“With this motion, Mr. Forcillo is pointing his finger at Sammy, when he already used the same finger on the trigger of his Glock, nine times,” father Bill Yatim said.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 17:14:00 EST
Ontario Line costs nearly double after awarding of latest contracts
The cost for the subway line has jumped to between $17 billion and $19 billion — a significant leap from the initial $10.9-billion price tag.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:35:19 EST
Show me the money! Toronto’s $2.3 billion dollar budget shortfall
Mayor John Tory has warned there will be massive service cut, tax hike or both if a bailout doesn’t come soon.



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