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Invasive mussel program receives funding boost from BC Hydro
The province announced that BC Hydro will be investing into the program for the next five years, at $900,000 a year. * This article was originally published here
Proposals sought for Kelowna scooter contract; Lime given temporary extension
Cameron Noonan, the City of Kelowna's transportation planner, said the city is currently running a competitive selection process for a new operating term that will last two years. * This article was originally published here
Toronto Pearson food service workers return to job after ratifying tentative deal
Airline caterer Gate Gourmet says its employees have voted in favour of a tentative deal with management, putting them back on the job as soon as today. * This article was originally published here
Quebec will invest in protecting French. Critics say the province is policing the private sphere
Critics say the province is relying on data that reflects the private sphere versus the public, and intends on using coercive measures to bolster and protect the French language. * This article was originally published here
Consultations ongoing on whether cellphones will be permitted in Manitoba classrooms
Manitoba Minister of Education and Child Development Nello Altomare has been conducting consultations on whether cellphones will continue to be permitted in Manitoba classrooms. * This article was originally published here
‘Influx’ of asylum seekers makes up over 10% of London’s shelter users: report
Over one in 10 permanent emergency shelter spaces in London, Ont., is currently occupied by asylum seekers and city staff are hoping for more federal supports. * This article was originally published here
Listeria fears spur recall of T&T meat and vegetable products
Several meat and vegetable products from three companies are being recalled in Canada due to concerns over listeria contamination. * This article was originally published here
‘I still can’t process’: Close friend speaks about teen killed outside Halifax mall
Speaking at a vigil Sunday for Ahmad Al Marrach, Nooman Hussain says he's trying to come to grips with what happened to his friend in a parking lot at Halifax Shopping Centre. * This article was originally published here
Protesters at McGill encampment demand university divest from Israel
Joining their U.S. campus counterparts, the McGill students say they want the institution to cut millions in financial ties with Israel in light of the ongoing conflict in Gaza. * This article was originally published here
Teal Jones forestry company files for creditor protection in B.C.
On Thursday, Teal Jones filed a petition for creditor protection at the B.C. Supreme Court. * This article was originally published here
London, Ont. marks annual Day of Mourning to remember lives lost, injured at work
This year, the London and District Labour Council says Canada’s unions are marking the Day of Mourning by calling on decision-makers to take immediate action to make work safe. * This article was originally published here
Businesses, lake users fear ‘knee-jerk’ action by Parks Canada to combat zebra mussels
As ice continues its spring thaw in many parts of the country and boaters and paddlers gear up to hit the water, an invasive species that’s been slowly making its way westward across Canada for nearly four decades threatens to end the boating season before it...
Fighting food insecurity in Montreal with handmade bowls
It was all part of the Empty Bowls initiative, benefitting Corbeille de Pain. Around 70 local potters donated over 600 handmade bowls to the non-profit. * This article was originally published here
Special event held in Kelowna for moms of children on Autism spectrum
For some who attended the Goddess on the Go gathering on Wednesday evening, it was a rare night out. * This article was originally published here
Man in life-threatening condition after collision with hydro pole in Scarborough
A man in his 40s has been rushed to a trauma centre with life-threatening injuries after his vehicle collided with a hydro pole in Scarborough on Saturday morning. * This article was originally published here
Warriors take Game One thriller
Fans were treated to a thriller in game one of the WHL's Eastern Conference Final. Saskatoon Blades forward Egor Sidorov tied the game at three with under two minutes to play. * This article was originally published here
‘Tremendous help’: Hundreds of new shelter spaces coming to Abbotsford
The B.C. Ministry of Housing and the City of Abbotsford announced 220 new shelter spaces will soon be provided in the city. * This article was originally published here
Alberta Aviation Museum wants to take over Hangar 14 ownership from City of Edmonton
After Hangar 11 was destroyed in a fire, those working to preserve and promote Edmonton's aviation history say their efforts are now more than important that ever. * This article was originally published here
B.C. officer alleged sexual assault, CSIS had her investigated
A CSIS officer's allegations that she was sexually assaulted repeatedly by a superior in agency vehicles set off a harassment inquiry, but also triggered an investigation into her. * This article was originally published here
Is home ownership only for the rich now? 80% say yes in new poll
Canadians are feeling more discouraged about prospects for home ownership than they were last year, Ipsos polling conducted exclusively for Global News shows. * This article was originally published here