Full parole granted to former Mountie, sports coach convicted of sex abuse
by Former Sask. RCMP officer Alan Davidson, now 65, met some of the victims through coaching hockey and baseball. The Parole Board of Canada previously denied …
Day: January 14, 2021
Leafs’ Keefe anticipates temperature of Battle of Ontario to rise in North Division
And after seeing many of their prospects up close in the minors the last few years, not to mention some key off-season acquisitions brought to …
How hot was 2020? It depends who you ask, but it was another one for the record books, agencies say
On Thursday, NASA and NOAA released their look at the 2020 state of the climate. While the numbers may not be exactly the same, the …
Minister Lametti to Make a Funding Announcement
The Honourable David Lametti, P.C., Q.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, President of the Treasury Board, accompanied …
Steve Nash has his hands full with the Brooklyn Nets
CBC Sports’ daily newsletter looks at how Brooklyn’s blockbuster trade for James Harden makes its rookie coach’s job both easier and much harder.
Chen the headliner, but Mariah Bell could steal the scene at U.S. Nationals
While Nathan Chen will be the headliner at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships that begin Thursday in Las Vegas, Mariah Bell could be the scene …
Chris Armas already feeling right at home as head coach of Toronto FC
The former New York Red Bulls boss has extensive ties to his new club. Toronto GM Ali Curtis was sporting director at the Red Bulls …
Winnipeg Jets, Calgary Flames renew hostilities to start season
The puck drops Thursday on the NHL season-opener for the Winnipeg Jets, and many are expecting several pairs of gloves to drop as well.
Raiders owner Mark Davis buying WNBA’s Las Vegas Aces
The Raiders owner purchased the WNBA team Thursday pending approval from the league’s board of governors.
Quebec guarantees COVID-19 vaccine boosters within 90 days of first dose
Amid the urgency of a worsening pandemic, the province has opted to delay the second shot in a two-dose vaccine protocol. It is now saying …
After missing migration, Freddy the monarch butterfly settles in for winter with Manitoba family
A monarch butterfly that missed Mexico migration has been spending winter in Manitoba with a couple grateful for the company during the lonely COVID-19 lockdown.
Supreme Court to examine limits on conditional sentencing
The Supreme Court of Canada will examine the constitutionality of a law that prevented a judge from allowing an offender to avoid jail by imposing …
Admiral Art McDonald Appointed Canada’s new Chief of the Defence Staff
Admiral Art McDonald was appointed Canada’s new Chief of the Defence Staff during a change of command ceremony held virtually today in Ottawa.
CONCACAF reschedules men’s Olympic soccer qualifying
Men’s Olympic soccer qualifying in North and Central America and the Caribbean was rescheduled Thursday for March 18-30 in Guadalajara, Mexico, where the tournament originally …
The Canadian Coast Guard to conduct silvicultural work on île Saint-Ours to ensure safe navigation
Québec, Quebec – The Canadian Coast Guard wishes to inform the public that between January 15 and March 31, 2021, it will be felling trees …
Canadian NFLer Duvernay-Tardif plans to resume career with Kansas City
He opted out of the current NFL campaign to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, but Canadian Laurent Duvernay-Tardif says he plans to resume his pro football …
Republicans face financial fallout after Capitol Hill riots
A growing list of major U.S. corporations say they will cut off campaign contributions to Republicans who voted to challenge U.S. president-elect Joe Biden’s victory.
More arrests made following U.S. Capitol riot
A retired firefighter who is suspected of throwing a fire extinguisher at police during last week’s mob attack on the U.S. Capitol has been arrested, …
Radio-Canada head travelled to Florida despite federal travel advisory
CBC/Radio-Canada’s executive vice-president of French services is apologizing for travelling to Florida last month despite the federal government strongly warning against non-essential travel during the pandemic.
Chicago places Jonathan Toews on long-term injured reserve
Chicago captain Jonathan Toews will miss at least 10 games and 24 days after the team placed him on long-term injured reserve Thursday because of an …
Canadian cannabis company Aphria eyes U.S. market as Biden presidency approaches
Aphria Inc. chief executive Irwin Simon is seeing green as Democrat Joe Biden prepares to be sworn in as president of the United States next …
Here’s what a heavily reinforced U.S. Capitol Hill looks like
More than 7,000 National Guard soldiers from multiple U.S. states have arrived in Washington, D.C., to support law enforcement with the inauguration of Joe Biden …
Environment and Climate Change Canada celebrates 50th anniversary and 150 years of weather forecasting
This year, Environment and Climate Change Canada is celebrating 50 years of protecting Canada’s environment. The Meteorological Service of Canada, one of Environment and Climate …
Students and staff at Conception Bay South Holy Spirit High School to benefit from improved school infrastructure
The health and well-being of Canadians are top priorities for the governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador. Communities across Canada are on the frontlines …
Trump’s family separation policy at border blasted in inspector general report
Justice Department leaders under President Donald Trump knew their 2018 “zero tolerance” border policy would result in family separations but pressed on with prosecutions even …
A flying Cadillac, a COVID-19 mask with an amplifier and other tech from CES 2021
From a flying Cadillac to “the world’s smartest mask”, here’s a look at some of the most interesting items on virtual display at this year’s …
A flying Cadillac, a COVID-19 mask with an amplifier and other tech from CES 2021
From a flying Cadillac to “the world’s smartest mask”, here’s a look at some of the most interesting items on virtual display at this year’s …
Students and staff at Conception Bay South Holy Spirit High School to benefit from improved school infrastructure
The health and well-being of Canadians are top priorities for the governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador. Communities across Canada are on the frontlines …
Saskatchewan cancels curling provincials after health officials reject curling bubble
Saskatchewan has become the latest province in a growing list that has cancelled its curling provincials to determine what team will head to the Scotties …
Federal sickness benefit falls short of paid sick leave protections, advocates say
The federal sick leave program that was created to make sure people wouldn’t face financial hardship if they have to miss work due to COVID-19 …
Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on January 14, 2021
On January 14, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
Atlantic film and television industry screens new business opportunities
Atlantic Canada has an established film and television industry that contributes to cultural industry growth and creates direct and in-direct jobs. Since the pandemic has …
Former Taekwondo Canada coach found guilty of sex-related offences involving students
A former Taekwondo Canada coach has been found guilty of sexual assault and other sex-related offences involving a teenage student.
Meridian DLT expands green energy powered data networks
Lower Sackville-based tech company to invest in infrastructure, people and marketing
Former Olympic hurdles champ Brianna Rollins-McNeal suspended for doping violation
Olympic hurdles champion Brianna Rollins-McNeal has been provisionally suspended for a doping rules violation, the Athletics Integrity Unit said Thursday.
Montreal MLS team rebrands as Club De Foot Montreal
The Montreal Impact are rebranding, changing the Major League Soccer club’s moniker to Club De Foot Montreal — or CF Montreal.
Former Taekwondo Canada coach found guilty of sex-related offences involving students
A former Taekwondo Canada coach has been found guilty of sexual assault and other sex-related offences involving a teenage student.
Olympic hockey gold medalist Hayley Wickenheiser gets COVID-19 vaccine in Guelph
Canadian Olympic hockey player Hayley Wickenheiser received the COVID-19 vaccine in Guelph this week. She’s in the city as part of her medical school training.
American Madison Keys tests positive for COVID-19, to miss Australian Open
American Madison Keys said on Thursday she tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss next month’s Australian Open in Melbourne.
Statement by Minister Chagger on Thai Pongal
Today, Tamils in Canada and around the world celebrate the start of Thai Pongal