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‘Schools need to wake up’: Jewish student sues TMU for $1.3M over alleged ‘poisoned’ learning environment
A Jewish student is suing Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) for more than $1.3 million, alleging the school created a “poisoned environment” and disregarded several instances of antisemitism and harassment following the October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel. “I think I need to be a voice for all Jewish students who otherwise feel isolated and alone,”…
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Where the bagel mavens roam: Gathering celebrates best of the Jewish culinary invention
LOS ANGELES – Bubbe, the bagel is having a moment. At this month’s BagelFest West in L.A., it was clear North America’s favourite Jewish immigrant food has become “the new pizza” — meaning, gourmet pizza, with a gamut of choices from fine-handed artisans. The April 12 fest drew foodies, bakers and innovators conjuring up endless…
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Mounties, border officers and cyber spies shut out of early retirement incentive
Front-line security and intelligence workers including Mounties won’t be able to access the government’s penalty‑free early retirement incentive as federal public safety agencies focus on getting more people in the door — not out.
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With high gas prices and a trade war, get ready for a long stretch of low cross-border travel
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Drivers are tiring of sticker shock at the pump. Before U.S. President Donald Trump began waging war with Iran in late February, Canadians were paying roughly $1.32 a litre, while Americans were paying around US$2.98 per gallon. Today’s prices, on average, are about $1.75 per litre and US$4.03 per gallon, respectively. If…
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Flood alert issued for Peace River, Alta.; residents told to prepare for possible evacuation
The Town of Peace River issued a flood alert later Thursday afternoon, warning residents of the northern Alberta community to prepare for a possible evacuation “on very short notice.”
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Assembly of First Nations call for withdrawal of Red River Métis self-government bill
The Assembly of First Nations is calling for the withdrawal of a federal government bill that would recognize the right to self-government of the Red River Métis, in its second reading in the House of Commons.
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Coastal B.C. First Nation leaders go to Calgary to dissuade pipeline investors
A delegation of First Nations leaders from British Columbia have come to Calgary to relay a message to pipeline executives face-to-face: steer clear of investing in a new bitumen pipeline to the northwest coast or risk a prolonged legal fight.
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Early-season wildfires in B.C. prompt warnings
B.C. Wildfire Service officials had said that the warm and dry winter experienced by most of the province could lead to heightened risk in some areas this summer.
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Nova Scotia man convicted of molesting girl who once called him ‘Dad’ wins freedom and new trial
Warning: This story contains disturbing details A Nova Scotia man sentenced to seven years in prison for molesting a little girl who once called him “Dad” has won his freedom and a new trial because the original trial judge’s reasons were found to be factually and legally deficient. Nova Scotia Supreme Court Justice Patrick Murray…