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Nova Scotia's mass shooting inquiry receives warning about its recommendations
HALIFAX - The inquiry into the mass shooting in Nova Scotia heard today from experts who warned that the federal and Nova Scotia governments have a poor track record when it comes to implementing reco...
Sep 08, 2022
Transition to King Charles as Canada's head of state automatic after Queen's death
OTTAWA, ON - As momentous as the death of Queen Elizabeth II may be after 70 years on the throne, it's pretty much business as usual in terms of Canada's governance.The monarch remains the constitutio...
Sep 08, 2022
What happens to Canada's currency, stamps, place names after the Queen's death?
OTTAWA - Queen Elizabeth II has been a constant presence in Canadians' lives. Her face is engraved on our coins. It graces the $20 bill and is featured on some of our stamps. Even buildings, parks, mo...
Sep 08, 2022
McCain Foundation donates $200,000 to Coaldale rec centre
COALDALE, AB - A significant donation has been made towards the construction of a new multi-use recreation centre in Coaldale.The McCain Foundation announced a $200,000 commitment to the Coaldale STRO...
Sep 08, 2022
A list of Canadian Governors General who served under the late Queen
Until her death on Sept. 8, the Queen was the longest-reigning monarch in British history. She also served as Canada's official head of state, a role in which she was supported by the Governor General...
Sep 08, 2022
Lethbridge firefighters hosting rooftop campout for muscular dystrophy
LETHBRIDGE, AB - A group of five firefighters will spend the next four days on a rooftop for a charitable fundraiser.A kickoff event for the 2022 Firefighters Campout for Muscular Dystrophy was held o...
Sep 08, 2022
The Queen visited Canada more than any other country during her long reign
HALIFAX - It wouldn't be a stretch to suggest the Queen held a special place in her heart for Canada. As an ardent world traveller, she visited this country more than any other during her reign, and s...
Sep 08, 2022
Charles has long history with Canada, but must step into the spotlight as King
MONTREAL - As he stood between wind-whipped Canadian flags on a podium in Iqaluit in 2017, Prince Charles recalled his official first visit to Canada's North nearly half a century earlier. "I have nev...
Sep 08, 2022
A list of the Queen's visits to Canada over the years
The Queen has lavished much attention on Canada over the years. Here's a look at her official visits to Canada: ___ 1951: Her inaugural visit to Canada was made while she was still Princess Elizabeth....
Sep 08, 2022
Transition to King Charles as Canada's head of state automatic after Queen's death
OTTAWA - As momentous as the death of Queen Elizabeth II may be after 70 years on the throne, it's pretty much business as usual in terms of Canada's governance. The monarch remains the constitutional...
Sep 08, 2022