Winnipeg Jews react to Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting
Members of Winnipeg's Jewish community express profound grief and shock following the deadly Hanukkah massacre at Sydney's Bondi Beach. Details emerge as Australia considers tighter gun laws.
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Saskatchewan Needs Strong Privacy Laws for AI Era
An opinion piece argues Saskatchewan's cybersecurity pact is insufficient. The province needs robust privacy legislation to govern AI data use, citing real-world examples of potential breaches.
Quebec's secularism attack on religious liberty
A controversial plan to remove religious exemptions from Canada's hate speech laws faces opposition, raising alarms about aggressive secularism in Quebec and its impact on national religious freedom.
Drunk hunter fined $1K in northwestern Ontario
A Terrace Bay man faces a $1,000 fine for careless hunting while intoxicated in October 2024. Details on the incident and Ontario's hunting safety laws.
Windsor men fined for hunting violations
Two local men from the Windsor area have been fined for multiple hunting infractions following an investigation by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Learn the details of the charges and penalties.
U.S. Navy Killed Survivors in Drug Boat Strike
Congress probes deadly U.S. military strikes on suspected drug boats near Venezuela. Lawmakers question legal basis and tactics after Navy fired on survivors.
N.L. girl's disappearance prompts calls for tougher abduction laws
The mysterious disappearance of a young woman in Newfoundland and Labrador six weeks ago has reignited demands for stronger legal measures to prevent abductions and protect the vulnerable.
Alberta's gun law resistance follows historic provincial pushback
Alberta's refusal to enforce the federal firearm buyback mirrors a Canadian tradition of provincial defiance, recalling the 2000s long-gun registry rebellion. Explore the history and its implications.
Liberals stall hate speech bill debate, risk Bloc support
The Bloc Québécois accuses the Liberals of delaying a key justice committee meeting on removing religious defences from hate speech laws, fearing political backlash. This could jeopardize the bill's passage.
Critics Warn of 'Ever-Expanding' Liberal Anti-Hate Bill
Advocates and faith groups decry changes to Bill C-9, including the removal of a religious defence for hate speech. Justice committee review sparks debate on religious freedom.
Alberta's Smith uses Sovereignty Act against federal gun laws
Premier Danielle Smith follows a federal economic agreement by invoking the Alberta Sovereignty Act to block enforcement of Ottawa's gun seizure program. Explore the political strategy.
Deportation Debate for Non-Citizen Criminals in Canada
A controversial case in Bradford, Ont., sparks a national debate on whether judges should consider immigration consequences during sentencing for serious crimes. Read the full analysis.
Alberta to Announce Firearms Rules Defying Federal Buyback
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government will unveil new rules allowing gun owners to bypass the federal buyback program and may expand property defence laws. Learn the details.
Minister: Religion not a defence for hate speech
Heritage Minister Marc Miller defends removing religious defence from hate speech laws. Liberals and Bloc Québécois amend Bill C-9, the Combating Hate Act. Read the latest.
Bill C-9 Removes Religious Text Defence from Hate Speech Laws
The Liberal government's Bill C-9, backed by the Bloc Québécois, aims to eliminate a crucial Criminal Code defence protecting religious expression, potentially criminalizing quoting sacred texts. Read the analysis.
Danielle Smith Moves to Strengthen Self-Defence Laws in Alberta
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces new guidance for police and prosecutors on self-defence cases, while opposing Ottawa's gun confiscation program. Read the latest on provincial policy changes.
Poilievre: Removal of Religious Hate-Speech Exemption an Assault
A Liberal-Bloc deal to remove a religious exemption from Canada's hate-speech laws sparks a fierce debate over freedom of speech and religion. Conservatives vow to oppose the change.
Deal Removes Religious Exemption from Hate-Speech Laws
The Liberal government has agreed to remove the 'sincerely held' religious belief exemption from Canada's hate-speech laws to secure Bloc Québécois support for Bill C-9. Learn about the key changes and political implications.
20 Drivers Ticketed for Distracted Driving in Vancouver
Vancouver police issued 20 distracted driving tickets in a 2-hour enforcement blitz. Learn the consequences and how to avoid fines on BC roads.
$200K for Ottawa 'Red Flag' Firearm Law Awareness
Ottawa Victim Services receives federal funding to expand a campaign raising awareness of 'red flag' laws and their role in preventing intimate partner violence.
E-dirt bikes banned in Lethbridge, police warn
Lethbridge police remind residents that electric dirt bikes are prohibited within city limits. Stay informed about local traffic laws and avoid fines.
Ontario exempts training centres from municipal laws
Ontario government exempts Skills Development Fund recipients from municipal planning laws to accelerate workforce training. Minister David Piccini announces new policy.
Sweden Acts Against Illegal Child Sex Doll Sales
Sweden's government pledges action after high-profile reports of child-like sex dolls sold online. Minister meets e-commerce giants to halt the practice.
BC toughens reckless driving laws after child's death
British Columbia implements stricter reckless driving legislation following the tragic death of 12-year-old Xavier Rasul-Jankovics on Vancouver Island. Learn how new laws aim to protect pedestrians.
Swiss lawmakers seek probe into Trump gifts for bribery
Swiss prosecutors are asked to investigate if gifts from Swiss business leaders to U.S. President Donald Trump violated anti-bribery laws. A new political challenge emerges.
Swiss Probe Trump Gifts: Rolex Watch & Gold Bar
Swiss prosecutors examine whether gifts to Donald Trump violated anti-bribery laws after tariff deal. Two lawmakers demand investigation into Rolex watch and gold bar.
Exchanges warn SEC against crypto rule bypassing
Major stock exchanges demand SEC prevent cryptocurrency companies from circumventing securities regulations. Learn how this could impact crypto market oversight and investor protection in Canada.
Mom Demands Reform After Daughter's Suicide Following FOI
Maya Cassady, 17, died by suicide after obtaining her mental health records through freedom of information. Her mother now advocates for systemic reform to protect vulnerable youth.
Late-Term Abortions in Canada: The Uneasy Debate
Chris Selley explores the complex reactions to late-term abortion realities in Canada. Discover why this medical procedure sparks intense debate even among pro-choice advocates.
Ontario cracks down on dangerous driving with new laws
Ontario government proposes new legislation targeting careless and dangerous driving. Learn how these measures aim to improve road safety across the province.
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