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Man who ran over, killed Sask. Mountie sentenced to 18 years

A Saskatchewan judge has handed Alphonse Stanley Traverse an 18-year prison sentence for running over and killing RCMP officer Const. Shelby Patton.

The Prairies are heading into another drought. Here's why the region is more vulnerable this time

Droughts are nothing new for southern Alberta, but experts say it is becoming more common to see similar conditions appear in northern parts of the province. While drought conditions might not be felt by most people living in northern Alberta, conditions hint to potentially worse conditions in years to come. 

Priest facing sexual assault charge in Nunavut will not be dismissed from Oblates

Johannes Rivoire, who is in his mid-90s and lives in Lyon, France, has long faced allegations he sexually abused Inuit children during his time in Nunavut. Oblate leaders in Rome have now ruled against his dismissal from the Oblates.

Winter back in full force in Saskatchewan, with heavy snow and strong wind gusts

An Alberta clipper is bringing heavy snow and strong wind gusts across central Saskatchewan Monday, according to Environment Canada meteorologist Terri Lang. She recommends avoiding travel if you can.

First orders to remove online images issued under new B.C. intimate images act: attorney general

A month after the introduction of legislation aimed at combatting online harm, Niki Sharma says three orders have been issued in relation to the non-consensual dissemination of intimate images.

RCMP networks targeted by cyberattack

The RCMP has launched a criminal investigation as it manages a cybersecurity attack targeting its networks.

Edmonton's working-age population grew faster than any other major city in Canada last year

The City of Edmonton's chief corporate economist says Edmonton is outpacing Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal and Calgary for population growth among people 15 and older.

Ex-police officer says he's 'scapegoat' for failure of leadership

A former Victoria police officer who left the force over allegations of misconduct claims he's being used as a "scapegoat" by the department to avoid scrutiny of leadership decisions, which led to the collapse of a major drug prosecution.

Dollarama reaches $2.5M settlement in class-action suit over pricing

A proposed national settlement has been reached in a class-action lawsuit about prices advertised and charged by Dollarama for products subject to an Environmental Handling Fee. The settlement still has to be approved before any compensation is paid.

Feel like you're juggling a lot? Try doing it while running a marathon

A Moncton man is attempting to break a Guinness world record for running a full marathon while juggling three balls. Joggler Jean-Marc Doiron can be the new record holder if he finishes the 42.2-km run in under two hours, 50 minutes and 12 seconds.

Learning about his Surinamese heritage made this Ontario man feel ‘so much more complete’

Nigel Gordijk credits researcher Peggy Plet with helping him learn so much about his father's family history because she helped connect him with information that led to him learning about his missing Surinamese heritage, including his enslaved great-great-grandmother.

Romance novel boom spurs new bricks-and-mortar bookstores in Alberta

Specialty romance book stores have been opening across North America to respond to rising demand, including three shops dedicated to the genre on the Canadian Prairies all founded within the last year — like Edmonton's The Book Boudoir.

$6 breakfast a welcome deal for B.C. diners as restaurants try to balance costs and customers

The excitement of being able to purchase a full, sit-down meal for less than $10 has led to a full house every morning for OM, a fusion Indian-western restaurant in Prince George, B.C.

Meet the N.L. couple finding happiness in pet pigeons

Whether wandering around the Avalon Mall or walking along the harbourside during cruise ship season, Matthew and Jay Howlett regularly draw curious glances from passersby. Proudly perched on either one’s shoulder is a pigeon wearing pants, and chances are his name is Mr. Earl Grey.

Deaths of teens aged 12 and 19 at Nunavut care home trigger multiple investigations

A 12-year-old and a 19-year-old have died in hospital after what the Nunavut government is calling "critical incidents" at the Naja Isabelle Home in Chesterfield Inlet, which is contracted to care for disabled residents from across the territory.

Skate Canada to appeal ISU ruling that awarded Russia bronze medal from Beijing Olympics

Skate Canada has announced a formal appeal of the International Skating Union's decision to award the bronze medal in the team figure skating event from the 2022 Beijing Olympics to Russia despite one of its skaters being sanctioned for doping.

Meet the people making countries connect by building the Gordie Howe bridge

The Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Ontario and Michigan has been under construction since 2018, with its opening slated for September 2025. Some of the people working on the project took the time to talk to CBC Windsor about their role in bringing this massive piece of infrastructure to life.

Canadian curling great Jennifer Jones announces retirement from team curling

Decorated curling skip Jennifer Jones has announced she will retire from women's team curling at the end of this season.

Cape Breton Regional Municipality ends local state of emergency

The Cape Breton Regional Municipality has ended a local state of emergency. The municipality declared the state of emergency last Sunday amid a historic snowfall in the area.

Felix Roussel leads 1-2 Canada finish at German short track event

Felix Roussel took another step up the medal podium on Sunday, beating fellow Sherbrooke, Que., native Jordan Pierre-Gilles to the finish line in the men's 500-metre final at a short track World Cup event in Dresden, Germany.

Trudeau 'pissed off' by Bell Media's 'garbage decision' to lay off journalists

Winnipeg parents charged with manslaughter in fentanyl death of 1-year-old girl

Winnipeg police have charged two parents with manslaughter after their one-year-old daughter died from fentanyl intoxication.

Let the spirits move you: A nightlife afterlife is planned for this historic stone church

From breweries to community spaces, finding different uses for churches like is becoming more common across Canada.