3 d. ago Saskatoon police investigating after car crashes into Zak’s Home Hardware store

A car crashed through the front of Zak's Home Hardware, sending glass and merchandise everywhere. The staff worked hard to clean up the store and were able to open before 8am.

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7 d. ago Premier's office reaches out to Richmond residents as major property owner seeks reopening of Cowichan case

A letter to residents in claim area comes as the largest local landowner launches request to join litigation and reopen case

Politics

7 d. ago Appeal hearing for Saskatoon police officer reaches final stage

Final testimonies and arguments for the appeal hearing of a fired Saskatoon police officer for his friendship with someone associated to a biker gang was heard Monday.

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1 week ago WARMINGTON: Onlookers ‘distraught’ as cull seemingly underway for B.C. ostriches

Decision comes not even 12 hours after Supreme Court of Canada decided it would not hear appeal of farmers

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1 week ago WARMINGTON: Onlookers ‘distraught’ as gunshots heard at Universal Ostrich Farm

Decision comes not even 12 hours after Supreme Court of Canada decided it would not hear appeal of farmers

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1 week ago Five things to know about ostrich cull case, after court delivers blow to farmers

The cull of hundreds of ostriches at a British Columbia farm is set to begin after the Supreme Court of Canada announced it would not be hearing an appeal by the farm’s owners. Here are five things to know about the situation at Universal Ostrich Farms in Edgewood, B.C. 1. The court fight The Supreme […]

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1 week ago B.C. ostrich cull to go ahead after top court won’t hear appeal, CFIA says

400 birds remain on the farm after avian flu killed 69 ostriches in December 2024

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1 week ago Supreme Court plucks last hope of saving B.C. ostrich flock from cull

Canada's top court declined to hear the final appeal from Universal Ostrich Farms

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1 week ago BREAKING: Ostrich cull to go ahead after top court won’t hear appeal, CFIA says

The owners argue the surviving ostriches show no signs of illness and should be spared

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1 week ago B.C. ostriches’ fate in hands of Supreme Court, with cull decision imminent

The Supreme Court of Canada is set to release its decision on whether to hear a B.C. ostrich farm's final appeal to save its flock.

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1 week ago Supreme Court of Canada dismisses B.C. ostrich farm attempt to save flock

The Supreme Court of Canada is set to release its decision on whether to hear a B.C. ostrich farm's final appeal to save its flock.

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2 w. ago Mining giant Anglo American faces class action appeal over alleged lead poisoning in Zambia

CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — An appeal hearing opened Monday in South Africa on whether a subsidiary of British-based mining company Anglo American PLC was responsible for lead poisoning over decades that affected around 140,000 people in Zambia. The class action by women and children asks South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal to overturn […]

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2 w. ago Toronto's Santa Claus Parade returns after facing cancellation last year

A beloved Toronto tradition is set to return this year after threats of cancellation last year, with the Original Santa Claus Parade to hit the streets again for 2025 in late November. This year's parade promises the same holiday cheer crowds have come to expect over the years, including floats like The Dalton Owl and Mother Goose, more than 1,200 marchers, and live bands, as thousands gather to celebrate the start of the holiday season.But, like many other events in Toronto this year, the parade was almost scrapped.The 2025 parade returns after a turbulent 2024, where organizers were forced to issue a plea for help to keep the annual tradition alive amid financial challenges.Clay Charters, President and CEO of the Original Santa Claus Parade, shared a heartfelt appeal at the time, stating, "In the spirit of togetherness for our 120th anniversary, we're asking anyone who holds a heartfelt memory of the Parade to consider donating $2.00, $12...

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2 w. ago Lockout comes to an end: District of Squamish workers ratify new collective agreement

SQUAMISH — CUPE 2269 members have ratified the tentative agreement reached earlier this week with the District of Squamish, officially bringing an end to the almost two-week long lockout. “At its core, this dispute was about respect, and about creating a workplace where people feel valued and supported,” said Celeste Bickford, president of CUPE 2269. […]

Society

3 w. ago Pakistan, Afghanistan hold 3rd day of peace talks as border tensions test ceasefire

ANKARA, Turkey — Hourslong peace talks between Pakistan and neighboring Afghanistan entered a third day Monday in Istanbul, officials from both sides said, but they were unable to reach an agreement by the end of the day. The talks came a day after U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to resolve the crisis between the two […]

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