Sask. Minister Gordon Wyant announces $5 million investment to reserve 149 seats in nine health-care training programs offered outside the province. * This article was originally published here

In the current economic climate, leaving pork production altogether seems to be the more popular option for farmers in Quebec. * This article was originally published here

Women represented 37 per cent of all Canadians who worked independently to operate a business, professional activities or were unpaid family workers. * This article was originally published here

The Municipal District of St. Stephen in New Brunswick has declared a local state of emergency over the homelessness crisis, just days after the death of someone in a public space. * This article was originally published here

A 38-year-old and 14-year-old were arrested in connection to the second-degree murder of a teenager at a Manitoba community. Both remain in custody. * This article was originally published here

Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne handed down a mandate requiring the CRTC to prioritize consumer rights, affordability, competition and universal access. * This article was originally published here

Around this time of year, 630 CHED Santas Anonymous' depot is usually overflowing with toys but this year many of their bins sit empty. * This article was originally published here

According to reports, film industry entrepreneur Daniel Langlois and his partner were found inside a burned vehicle on the island of Dominica, where they had owned a luxury resort. * This article was originally published here

Police forces across Canada have reported a rise in what they suspect are hate-motivated incidents in recent months, many of them antisemitic. * This article was originally published here

One retail analyst told Global News he predicts that Canadians' tight budget this holiday season will lead to an over-consumption of fast fashion over more sustainable options. * This article was originally published here

“Enjoy yourself and have a good time, but please do it responsibly,” said RCMP Const. Chris Terleski. * This article was originally published here

Dozens of Indigenous communities attend the annual Tsleil-Waututh Nation Christmas Market every year. * This article was originally published here

The search for an escaped kangaroo continues in Ontario Saturday. The rogue marsupial was first spotted in Oshawa on Friday morning. * This article was originally published here

A cooling in the bonds market over the past month could deliver savings for Canadians renewing or taking out new fixed-rate mortgages, expert say. * This article was originally published here

QR Calgary's annual Pledge day raises funds for the Calgary Children’s Foundation and this year the live broadcast yielded a total of $177,000 in donations. * This article was originally published here

Edmonton is known for being a hockey city, but it's also a foodie's paradise. * This article was originally published here

A government-funded health project shows that in certain parts of Sarnia there is an increased risk of cancer, particularly leukemia, because of exposure to air pollution. * This article was originally published here

After three consecutive La Niña winters, a moderate El Niño is now well established. No two are alike, so let's break down what to expect this winter. * This article was originally published here

The CSSD superintendent said he understands that having classes start at 11 a.m. or noon one day a week could cause complications for parents and caretakers. * This article was originally published here

“If this continues the way it’s planned, there’s no way I can afford my home and my business,” Allison Laranjo told the assembly on Wednesday night. * This article was originally published here