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Family of missing Winnipeg man continues advocacy work 2 years later

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The daughter of an 81-year-old man who went missing two years ago is asking for a review of the police search for her father, who is presumed dead.

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Manitoba Hydro unveils strategy to meet demand for electricity

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Manitoba Hydro says the plan also falls into the province's path to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Friday, Dec 12

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Ottawa’s Indigenous advisers weren’t told of pipeline deal with Alberta: Chief

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The indigenous advisory council in Ottawa's major projects office says they were not given advance notice of the pipeline MOU signed between the federal and Alberta governments.

Wednesday, Dec 10

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Alberta MLA opens up about sister’s domestic violence murder and what needs to change

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MLA Demetrios Nicolaides opens up about the domestic murder-suicide that claimed the life of his little sister Melanie, and what fundamental shift in society needs to occur.

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Pembina Trails details information stolen in 2024 cyber attack

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The Pembina Trails School Division has compiled a list of the information compromised in a 2024 data breach.

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Airdrie rallies in support of holiday hamper program following theft

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Several hockey teams in the Airdrie area redoubled their efforts to make a difference in the community following a theft of donations for an annual holiday hamper program.

Tuesday, Dec 9

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Global’s Morning of Giving fundraiser returns in support of The Magic of Christmas

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Global Calgary's annual Morning of Giving, in support of The Magic of Christmas, will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 10 from 6 until 9 a.m. at the Atco Blue Flame Kitchen.

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Edmonton police issue warning about counterfeit $100 bills

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Edmonton police have issued a public warning for people to be on the lookout for a growing number of counterfeit $100 bills in circulation.

Saturday, Dec 6

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WATCH: Global Okanagan News at 5:30 p.m. – Dec. 5

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Watch the online news edition of Global Okanagan at 5:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec 5

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Judge rules proposed Alberta separation referendum would be unconstitutional

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An Alberta judge has ruled a proposed referendum question on Alberta independence violates the Canadian Constitution.

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Take-home DNA test reunites Quebec man with long-lost Dutch brother after 80 years

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An at-home DNA test given as a birthday gift solved an 80-year family mystery by revealing that a man in Quebec and a man in the Netherlands were long-lost brothers.

Thursday, Dec 4

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No charges will be laid against civilian pilot who violated G7 airspace during summit

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The RCMP says no charges will be laid against a wayward pilot whose actions forced officials to scramble four CF-18 fighter jets during the G7 leaders' summit in Alberta in June.

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Viral video in downtown Kingston sparks backlash, prompts police and BIA response

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A viral video showing a Kingston business owner rinsing a sidewalk near a person experiencing homelessness sparked backlash but police say the incident was a misunderstanding.

Tuesday, Dec 2

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‘They call me a fighter’: Strathmore family waits for 6-organ transplant

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A series of infections left the rare six-organ transplant as the only option to save Maggie Kosterewa's life. The ordeal has already left the family in financial turmoil.

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Saskatoon clinic shares their struggles to support need for family doctors

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Dr. Rebecca Waley at Mount Royal Family Physicians says there's no replacement for a family doctor when it comes to practicing medicine safely.

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Northwest Calgary homes seriously damaged in Monday afternoon fire

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Residents of two homes in the northwest Calgary neighbourhood of Panorama Hills will be looking for a new place to live following a Monday afternoon fire.

Friday, Nov 28

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‘Frustrating’: Veterinarians urge regulatory changes as medicine shortages mount

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Canadian veterinarians are sounding the alarm about their loss of access to about 40 per cent of medications they once were able to use and they are blaming Health Canada.

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Ontario university constructing Canada’s first 3D printed multi-storey residence

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University of Windsor begins building Canada’s first 3D-printed multi-storey, net-zero student residence with hopes of bringing a new solution to Ontario's housing crisis.

Thursday, Nov 27

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Lawsuit being considered in death of Quebec man who sought MAID over bedsores

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Normand Meunier, a 66 year-old quadriplegic patient, sought medical aid in dying in 2024 after spending days on a stretcher in the St. Jerome hospital's emergency room.

Sunday, Nov 23

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Carney says Canada drops talk of ‘feminist foreign policy’ but upholds values

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Prime Minister Mark Carney says he wants Canada to uphold values on the world stage including combatting violence against women, but says it doesn't have a feminist foreign policy.

Saturday, Nov 22

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City of Regina considers possibility of cuts in the 2026-2027 budget

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Although the city's budget will continue to be discussed over the next month, possible cuts and increasing property tax is being explored.

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Montreal clinic for vulnerable population faces closure amid Quebec’s controversial Bill 2

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Montreal’s Clinique L’Agora may close due to Bill 2, putting 6,000 vulnerable unhoused patients, LGBTQ2, and those with complex health needs at risk of losing critical care

Thursday, Nov 20

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NDP says the Sask. Party knew about poor conditions in recommended housing

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The Coachman Inn Motel has been used by Sask. Party to house social service clients since 2022 and has been paid over a quarter million dollars since then, the NDP says.

Wednesday, Nov 19

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Is your password on the ‘most common’ list? You might be surprised

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New research shows the most common passwords are not safe enough to protect individuals' data online, especially among younger users.

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Elections Saskatchewan proposes telephone voting for next election

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Elections Saskatchewan chief electoral officer is recommending telephone voting as a last resort method for voters in a bid to address gap voters.

Tuesday, Nov 18

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WestJet weight cap on power wheelchairs leaves some Canadians grounded, advocates say

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Travelers and advocates say a rule at WestJet Airlines that prevents passengers from traveling with some wheelchairs is discriminating against people living with a disability.

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Winnipeg sobering centre will hold 20 patients, provide medical assessments

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Legislation passed Nov. 5 allows people under the influence of methamphetamine and other drugs to be detained for up to 72 hours, up from 24.

Monday, Nov 17

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Andrew Rosenfeldt guilty of being ‘stupid’ but not murder, defence says in closing arguments

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Closing arguments began Friday. Without proof of who pulled the trigger, arguments have turned to debating whether Nykera Brown's death was a homicide or a suicide.

Sunday, Nov 16

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RCMP lift shelter-in-place in northern Alberta prompted by firearm theft

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RCMP lifted the shelter-in-place that was previously issued for the area of Peerless Trout First Nation after determining the suspects are no longer in the area.

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Ontario town ends boat rescue service sparking concern among water safety advocates

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Kingsville is discontinuing boat rescues to cut costs, prompting concern from safety advocates who say reducing local response capacity puts boaters at risk.