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Anglican bishop in British Columbia resigns after misconduct allegations
KAMLOOPS, B.C. - The Anglican Church of Canada says its first bishop of a large diocese in British Columbia has resigned and left the ministry after allegations of inappropriate conduct were made agai...
Jun 22, 2021
Commons committee calls for optional surcharge to subsidize internet for low-income
OTTAWA - A House of Commons committee is recommending the government consider adding a little extra to internet and wireless bills so those who can afford it can help those having a hard time covering...
Jun 22, 2021
'Toxicity' and 'obstructionism': Trudeau tells Canadians Parliament is dysfunctional
OTTAWA - Prime Minster Justin Trudeau is painting Parliament as a place of "toxicity" and "obstructionism" to his minority government's agenda, fuelling growing speculation of a possible election call...
Jun 22, 2021
Canada West released 2021 men's and women's soccer schedules.
KAMLOOPS --- The 2021 Canada West soccer schedules were unveiled Tuesday as the conference continues to release its plans for the upcoming season.This fall, women's soccer will be the first sport to t...
Jun 22, 2021
Former labour leader, Liberal candidate among three new Senate appointments
OTTAWA - Three new senators, including a high-profile labour leader, have been named to the upper chamber on the advice of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Hassan Yussuff, who just stepped down from a s...
Jun 22, 2021
Temporary COVID-19 vaccine clinic set up in Woodgrove Centre for first doses
NANAIMO - Anyone who hasn't yet received their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine has a new way to get the jab. Island Health announced a temporary walk-in clinic at Woodgrove Centre on Tuesday, June 22. ...
Jun 22, 2021
Coal companies hope to move forward with mines in Alberta despite roadblocks
Two coal companies planning to develop mines in Alberta's Rocky Mountains say they hope to move forward despite new regulatory and political roadblocks. Riversdale Resources, which had its proposed Be...
Jun 22, 2021
Advisory body was 'very keen' to have Indigenous Supreme Court candidate: Campbell
OTTAWA - The head of an independent advisory board on Supreme Court appointments says the body was "very keen" to find an Indigenous candidate to fill the latest vacancy. But Kim Campbell suggests at ...
Jun 22, 2021
Search and rescue teams seek missing Quesnel senior
QUESNEL, B.C. - The search is on for a missing 70-year-old Quesnel man.Norman Lawrence of Quesnel hasn't been seen since last Thursday says his friend, Michel Zuber."He was out looking for some trails...
Jun 22, 2021
UNESCO says industry, poor governance "likely" endanger Canadian World Heritage site
A United Nations agency says Canada's largest national park is now so threatened that it could likely be placed on the list of World Heritage sites in danger. UNESCO released the finding on Alberta's ...
Jun 22, 2021
