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Olympic runner Moh Ahmed wins his 1st Canadian cross-country title

In his long-awaited return to the Canadian cross-country championships, Olympic track medallist Moh Ahmed took control late in the open men’s 10-kilometre race and won in 29 minutes 30.4 seconds at Fanshawe Golf Course on Saturday in London, Ont.

Ottawa Charge head coach Carla MacLeod diagnosed with breast cancer

Carla MacLeod says that while she'll begin treatment this week and will miss the Charge's upcoming game on Tuesday, she plans to return to the PWHL club later this season.

Olympian Moh Ahmed 'will command a lot of respect' in Canadian cross-country return

Olympian Moh Ahmed is leaving track running, for a day, and returning to the Canadian cross-country championships for the first time in 13 years on Saturday in the open men's 10-kilometre race in London, Ont.

Balancing conservation with millions of visitors: Banff National Park at 140

Four million people pour into Banff National Park each year — a level of visitation the park’s first wardens could never have imagined in 1885. As Banff turns 140, Parks Canada is rethinking what it means to welcome so many people while still protecting the landscape for future generations.

Sask. child-care deal extended for 5 more years, expands eligibility for kids turning 6

The federal and Saskatchewan governments have reached a deal to extend the province’s $10-a-day child-care agreement for another five years, beginning in the 2026-27 fiscal year.

Live updates | B.C., federal officials to announce measures to tackle extortion crisis

No survivors after plane crashes near Nanaimo, B.C., on Vancouver Island: RCMP

RCMP say they responded to reports of a plane crash in a wooded area just outside of Nanaimo at about 3 a.m. They have not shared what kind of plane was involved or how many people were onboard.

Former Grade 8 teacher who sent nude images to students sentenced to 4 years

A former Grade 8 teacher in Port Hope, Ont., who pleaded guilty to sex crimes after persuading students to exchange explicit selfies with her, has been sentenced to four years in prison. Kelly-Anne Jennings was taken into custody immediately.

Millions in funding for First Nations and Inuit policing left unspent, says budget watchdog

A report from the federal spending watchdog shows that although funding has increased for First Nations and Inuit policing services, spending for the programs hasn't caught up, while Indigenous communities say their police services are going underfunded.

MPs recommend criminalizing coercive control to combat intimate partner violence

Members of Parliament have revived calls for Canada to criminalize the concept of coercive control as a way of combating intimate partner violence, after a previous bill died when Parliament was dissolved.

Ontario ballet's stolen Nutcracker set recovered

A moving truck loaded with 'irreplaceable' sets and backdrops for an Ontario-wide tour of The Nutcracker has been found one day after it was reported stolen, ahead of the production’s show in Burlington, Ont.

Why are ER wait times so long?

Lengthy wait times have become a reality for patients trying to get into emergency rooms across the country. Marketplace investigates why the system is in crisis and how it’s driving more Canadians to walk out of ERs without ever being seen.

N.L. asks Deloitte to carry out review after 'incorrect' citations found in provincial health plan

The Newfoundland and Labrador government says it's been in contact with the private company responsible for a new report meant to guide the province into the future, which was found to contain fake citations.

Trailblazing N.L. pitcher Jaida Lee drafted in new Women’s Pro Baseball League

Nineteen-year-old Jaida Lee of St. John's was drafted to play for New York in the Women’s Pro Baseball League on Thursday night.

Small Sask. town rallies to preserve historic bridge a decade after its closure

The town of Saint Louis, Sask., has rallied together to save a historic bridge with a century-old legacy. The former railway bridge is now a walkway designed to teach people about the community's rich Métis culture.

What Alberta's public-private doctor plan could mean for insurance, physician burnout, nurses and more

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s plan to allow physicians to dabble both in the public and private systems at the same time would be a Canadian first, and has drawn mixed reaction from critics and supporters alike. It has also prompted a number of questions.

Defence in Ontario couple’s murder trial suggests boy they were trying to adopt made up testimony for money

Defence lawyers for two Burlington, Ont., women accused of murdering a boy in their care cross-examined his younger brother Friday, questioning his credibility, memory and motives.

Why Quebec’s proposed constitution has legal experts, civil rights groups sounding the alarm

The legislation tabled last month has been the subject of growing consternation among legal experts and civil liberties groups, who warn it would centralize power, weaken judicial oversight and infringe on individual freedoms.

Former Regina officer pleads guilty to using police databases to pursue women

Robert Eric Semenchuck resigned from the Regina Police Service in April. On Fridya pleaded guilty to breach of trust and unauthorized use of a computer.

Huskies hunt for Vanier Cup breakthrough in home province against high-flying Carabins

The Canada West champion Saskatchewan Huskies take the field at Mosaic Stadium in their home province against RSEQ victor Montreal Carabins in the 60th installment on the Vanier Cup on Saturday.

Another Canadian joins Gretzky, Crosby as lone NHL teens with 30 points in first 20 games of a season

Three goals on Tuesday night gave San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini 30 points in his team's first 20 games of a season, a mark reached only by two other teenagers in NHL history, Wayne Gretzky and Sidney Crosby.

Why Ontario researchers want more people to eat fermented food

A first-of-its-kind Canadian network launched in London, Ont., this week aims to help Canadians better understand the health benefits of fermented foods, and even make them part of daily diets, hospital meals and national nutrition guidelines.

Toronto City Hall raises Palestinian flag, joining other cities across Canada

The Palestinian flag is flying over Toronto's city hall Monday morning after similar moves by other Canadian cities.

'They just kept coming': Nearly 20 dogs rescued from fire in Newport Station, N.S.

Roughly 20 dogs were saved after a Saturday fire in Newport Station, N.S. All but one of the dogs survived.

Federal government plans to invest up to $5.45M to help grow women's soccer

Ahead of the first-ever Northern Super League final, the federal government has committed up to $5.45 million to support the league and help grow women's professional soccer in Canada.

Winnipeg couple plead guilty to animal cruelty after killing cats, birds, axolotl for videos they sold

A Winnipeg couple have pleaded guilty to multiple counts of animal cruelty after being arrested last year for making videos of animals being tortured and killed and selling them on a messaging app — a venture that included more than 90 animals, ranging from kittens to birds to an axolotl.

1 in 10 terrorism investigations at CSIS involves a minor: spy boss

The head of Canada’s spy agency is warning about a “worrying” number of young people becoming radicalized. 

Federal prison watchdog leaving post early over 'frustrations' with lack of prison reform

A watchdog that investigates the fair and humane treatment of federal prisoners is leaving his post two years early after becoming exasperated with what he says is the government’s unwillingness to address systemic human rights issues.

Federal budget commits $1B to Arctic Infrastructure Fund

The budget proposes $1 billion over four years for Transport Canada to invest in major transportation projects in the North, including airports, seaports, all-season roads and highways, for both civilian and military use. CBC News speaks with former army commander Andrew Leslie for more.

Toronto children’s charity wins big following Jays-Dodgers rivalry

Los Angeles Dodgers fans donated $30,000 to Toronto’s SickKids Hospital following their team’s World Series win — picking up a trend Toronto Blue Jays fans started during their post-season run.

CFIA says it has culled ostriches at B.C. farm

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says it has culled the ostrich population on a farm in Edgewood, British Columbia.

New N.S. study finds microplastics in edible portions of lobster tails

Dalhousie University researchers found an average of six to seven microplastic particles per gram of meat.

Canada's men collect their 1st-ever FIFA U17 World Cup win

Elijah Roche scored in the 88th minute and Marius Aiyenero converted a penalty in stoppage time as Canada pulled off a Houdini-like 2-1 win over Uganda on Wednesday for its first-ever victory in nine trips to the FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Robert Munsch’s personal archives to be donated to new central library in Guelph, Ont.

The Guelph Public Library in Ontario is receiving what it says is an “extraordinary gift” from beloved children’s author Robert Munsch, who is donating his personal archives for research and display. The collection includes original drafts of his stories, notes from publishers, fan letters, photographs, published work and other artifacts. 

Old dog, new tricks: Sask. man reunites with his food truck after a decade apart

A Saskatchewan man who had to sell his hot dog truck a decade ago is getting back in business, thanks to a photographer who happened upon the truck as he drove through the province.

It's municipal election day in Quebec. Here's what you need to know