Canada

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Statue of Residential Schools architect toppled by protesters in Toronto

The statue of Egerton Ryerson, commonly known as the architect of the Indian Residential Schools in Canada, was toppled after a protest in Toronto.

07/06/2021

Canada

Remains of 215 children found at Canadian Indigenous school

The school was one of 139 such institutions set up in the country in the late 19th century in which First Nations, Métis and Inuit children were forcibly conscripted.

29/05/2021

Canada

Canada rules Iran's downing of civilian plane was 'terrorist act'

More than 170 people including Swedes, Britons and Germans were killed when the Ukrainian Airlines plane was shot down over Tehran last January.

21/05/2021

Green News

At 1.6 billion years old, this is the oldest water in the world

What could the discovery of the oldest water in the world tell us about life on other planets?

14/05/2021

Destinations

Yukon is the perfect road trip for a break from society

Need a break from society? With more moose than people, Yukon is for you.

11/05/2021

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Surveillance video released as Ontario police search for car thieves

Police in London, Ontario, are asking for help to track down two people involved in a car theft.

13/03/2021

Eco-Innovation

‘Dark vessels’ are being tracked from space to stop illegal fishing

Satellite technology is being brought in to help combat problems with unregulated fishing in coastal nations.

25/02/2021

Canada

Canada's Ontario to go into province-wide lockdown after Christmas

Health officials in Canada's most populous province have criticised politicians for what they see as prioritising the economy by delaying the lockdown until December 26.

22/12/2020

Green News

Fire and ice: Geothermal energy's world-saving potential

A thermal revolution is taking place in a remote northern alliance in Canada.

28/11/2020

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Canadian Muslim community offers flowers to pedestrians in Toronto

Members of Toronto's Muslim community gathered in front of the French consulate building to offer flowers to pedestrians.

01/11/2020

Canada

Sword-wielding man arrested after two die in Quebec stabbings

Police said five victims have been transported to a hospital, however, there was no immediate word on their conditions.

01/11/2020

Women Beyond Borders

Meet Crystal and Jazmyn: the couple travelling the world in a van

For 26-year-old Jazmyn Canning, and 25-year-old Crystal Drinkwalter, travelling wasn’t always on the agenda. Now, they explore the world full time in a van, with their two dogs in tow...

29/10/2020

Experiences

It’s over 27,000km long, but what is The Great Trail of Canada?

The Great Trail is hailed as one of Canada's biggest volunteer-led efforts, but it's not without controversy.

19/09/2020

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World's biggest rooftop greenhouse opens in Montreal

The facility spans 15,000 square metres or about the size of three football fields.

26/08/2020

Canada

COVID-19: 550 warned of infection after strip club visit

Toronto allowed nightclubs and restaurants to reopen - with social distancing restrictions - on July 31.

14/08/2020

Canada

Study: Use of cannabis during pregnancy increases risk of autism

Children of mothers who use cannabis during pregnancy appear to be at higher risk of being autistic, according to a study of half a million women.

10/08/2020

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Toronto art fans attend drive-in for socially distant Van Gogh exhibit

The Toronto show features a similar, digital concept: works by the Dutch painter are projected in high definition on walls and floors.

05/07/2020

Green News

The model and animal rights activist who protests naked for PETA

"They might say ‘oh you’re just a model, you don’t know anything about wildlife management’."

24/06/2020

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Spectacular timelapse catches Northern Lights dancing across Canada

A stunning timelapse video captured the Northern Lights as they shone through moving clouds over Thompson, Manitoba, on Tuesday night.

18/06/2020

Canada

Canada indigenous chief battered by police

Canadia Prime Minister Justin Trudeau calls for an independent investigation after an indigenous chief is beaten by police during arrest

14/06/2020

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Toronto graffiti artists "paint the city black" against racism

Toronto street artists use graffiti to raise awareness on racism following the death of George Floyd.

13/06/2020

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'Hug glove' gives Canada family bit of normality during COVID-19 pandemic

A Canadian woman has come up with an ingenious way to safely hug her mother with a plastic sheet and some duct tape

18/05/2020

Canada

Assault-style weapons banned in Canada following Nova Scotia massacre

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the ban on Friday, saying “Canadians need more than thoughts and prayers” in response to mass shootings.

02/05/2020

Canada

Gunman disguised as police officer kills at least 16 in rural Canada

Gunman disguised as police officer kills at least 16 in rural Canada

20/04/2020

Canada

Canada to cease security funding for Harry and Meghan

"The assistance will cease in the coming weeks, in keeping with their change in status," said the Office of the Minister of Public Safety Bill Blair.

27/02/2020

Canada

Euroviews. Harry, Meghan and the Queen all lost out under their new agreement. Who won? The media ǀ View

However much the Sussexes were looking to defeat the media, their new arrangement only feeds the story — and the press that draws sustenance from it.

23/01/2020