Category Archives: Canadian Press
First Mi'kmaq senator aims to 'rebuild' Crown-aboriginal relationship
MEMBERTOU, N.S. - Daniel Christmas helped transform his near-bankrupt First Nation into one of the country’s most successful. Now, named what is believed to be Canada’s first Mi’kmaq...
Oct 27, 2016
Ontario boy dressed up as pint-sized Gord Downie captures hearts
Two-year-old Bentley knows he’s gone viral, even if he isn’t quite sure what that means. The little boy from Trenton, Ont., has captivated Internet audiences across the country after his m...
Oct 27, 2016
Olympians Rose, Carle lead Canada at U-20 Women's World Cup in Papua New Guinea.
TORONTO - Olympians Deanne Rose and Gabrielle Carle will lead Canada next month at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Papua New Guinea. The Canadians are in a challenging group with Japan, Spain...
Oct 27, 2016
Four countries promise to join Canadian-led battle group in Latvia
OTTAWA - Canadian troops will not face Russia alone when they begin to arrive in Latvia early next year. Four countries - Albania, Italy, Poland and Slovenia - have promised to contribute troops and e...
Oct 27, 2016
Sens goalie Anderson granted leave of absence for 'personal matter at home'
OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators have given goaltender Craig Anderson a leave of absence to attend to a “personal matter at home.” “While we are uncertain of how long Craig may be away, ...
Oct 27, 2016
Long-time Leaf Reimer returns to Toronto as foe for first time; Griffith debuts
TORONTO - As former Maple Leafs goalie James Reimer prepared for his first game at Air Canada Centre in almost nine months, he wondered what it would be like in the visitors’ dressing room. R...
Oct 27, 2016
Increased phone costs an additional punishment for prison inmates: advocates
Prisoner advocates say charging inmates exorbitant rates to call loved ones from jail could hinder their chances for rehabilitation and make it more difficult for them to reintegrate into society. ...
Oct 27, 2016
Support for 'my girl' Clinton is personal, Mrs. Obama says
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - As first ladies they could hardly have been more different. But as Democrats looking to fire up female voters, Michelle Obama and Hillary Clinton were firmly bonded on Thursday. ...
Oct 27, 2016
AP-GfK Poll: Clinton lead fueled by increased enthusiasm
NEW YORK - Hillary Clinton appears on the cusp of a potentially commanding victory over Donald Trump, fueled by solid Democratic turnout in early voting, massive operational advantages and increasing ...
Oct 27, 2016
Former GOP congressman: Grabbing my musket if Trump loses
CHICAGO - A former Republican congressman from Illinois says he plans to grab his musket if GOP nominee Donald Trump loses the presidential election. Former U.S. Rep. Joe Walsh tweeted Wednesday after...
Oct 27, 2016