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British Columbia »
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RCMP has 'no interest' in discussing harassment suit settlement May 18, 2013 1:27 AM ET — A lawyer representing 300 women who worked for the RCMP alleging harassment and gender-based discrimination in a lawsuit says the national p…
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First Nations chief asks to meet B.C. premier over pipelines May 18, 2013 1:18 PM ET — A First Nations chief in northern B.C. is demanding a face-to-face meeting with the premier over pipeline projects.
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Vancouver's outdoor pools open for long weekend May 18, 2013 1:38 PM ET — Vancouver's five outdoor swimming pools open on Saturday morning, just in time for the Victoria Day long weekend.
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Calgary »
- Fire destroys, damages 2 homes hours after ban lifted May 18, 2013 2:53 PM ET — Calgary fire crews were still on the scene Saturday afternoon after being called to a fire late Friday night that destroyed one home and dam… 2:53 PM ET
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Downtown Kiss-In marks Anti-Homophobia Day May 18, 2013 2:16 PM ET — Couples from the LGBT community participated in a Kiss-In to mark International Anti-Homophobia Day.
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- Entrepreneur on a mission to teach gardening May 18, 2013 1:03 PM ET — A Calgary entrepreneur and gardener is working throughout the city to teach people about growing food. 1:03 PM ET
Edmonton »
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Loft residents start petition against proposed strip club May 18, 2013 3:07 PM ET — Residents of the Cambridge Lofts on Jasper Avenue have started a petition to block a strip club from opening up in the building.
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- Man killed in rollover near Slave Lake May 18, 2013 3:46 PM ET — One man was killed and another injured in a rollover near Slave Lake early Saturday morning. 3:46 PM ET
- Danielle Smith asks RCMP to investigate Sandhu May 18, 2013 12:15 PM ET — Wildrose Official Opposition Leader Danielle Smith has requested the RCMP conduct a criminal investigation into the actions of Edmonton-Mann… 12:15 PM ET
Saskatchewan »
- Man, 21, stabbed in Saskatoon's north end May 18, 2013 10:44 AM ET — Saskatoon police are investigating after a 21-year-old man was stabbed at Stanley Place early Saturday morning. 10:44 AM ET
- Small plane uses RCMP driver training course for emergency landing May 17, 2013 11:34 PM ET — The pilot of a small plane landed safely on the grounds of the RCMP Training Academy in Regina, after reporting a mechanical problem. 11:34 PM ET
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Knights best Blades in Memorial Cup opener May 18, 2013 1:20 AM ET — Nikita Zadorov scored on the power play in the third period Friday as the London Knights defeated the host Saskatoon Blades 3-2 in the openi…
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Saskatoon »
- Man, 21, stabbed in Saskatoon's north end May 18, 2013 10:44 AM ET — Saskatoon police are investigating after a 21-year-old man was stabbed at Stanley Place early Saturday morning. 10:44 AM ET
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Senator Pamela Wallin leaves Conservative caucus May 18, 2013 12:11 AM ET — Senator Pamela Wallin says she is recusing herself from the Conservative caucus while her travel expense claims are under scrutiny. Wallin's…
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Knights best Blades in Memorial Cup opener May 18, 2013 1:20 AM ET — Nikita Zadorov scored on the power play in the third period Friday as the London Knights defeated the host Saskatoon Blades 3-2 in the openi…
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Manitoba »
- Man,44, charged in Charleswood double homicide May 18, 2013 12:53 PM ET — Winnipeg police have charged a man with second degree murder in connection with a double homicide after two bodies were found inside a Charl… 12:53 PM ET
- Second man charged in death of Winnipeg model May 18, 2013 2:47 PM ET — Winnipeg police have charged a second man in connection with the death of a young model who was shot to death in March of last year. 2:47 PM ET
- One person killed in head-on crash near Brandon May 18, 2013 10:59 AM ET — One person has died after a head-on crash involving a pickup truck and a semi carrying fertilizer, just north of Brandon, Man. Friday night.… 10:59 AM ET
Thunder Bay »
- Rain and flooding expected over long weekend May 17, 2013 4:22 PM ET — Just as Thunder Bay area residents are heading into the much-anticipated long May weekend, flood warnings have been issued, and a forecast o… 4:22 PM ET
- Strike delays elevator service in Thunder Bay May 17, 2013 1:23 PM ET — A province-wide strike is causing longer waits for elevator service in Thunder Bay. Fourteen hundred Ontario members of the International … 1:23 PM ET
- Neskantaga First Nation finds hope after suicide crisis May 17, 2013 9:44 AM ET — Artwork created by young people in Neskantaga First Nation will soon be on display in Toronto as part of an effort to help the community rec… 9:44 AM ET
Sudbury »
- Hospital's plan for temporary helipad runs into turbulence May 17, 2013 12:26 PM ET — The Sudbury hospital's plans to build a temporary helipad just off Ramsey Lake Road met with unexpected opposition at a public meeting hoste… 12:26 PM ET
- Councillor's ward cited as unhealthiest in Sudbury May 17, 2013 12:28 PM ET — A Sudbury city councillor said Friday he was stunned to learn his ward is one of the most unhealthy areas in Greater Sudbury. 12:28 PM ET
- Possibility of cancelling Algo's rooftop parking raised at inquiry May 17, 2013 3:41 PM ET — Testimony at the public inquiry into the fatal collapse of the Algo Centre Mall in Elliot Lake has raised questions about whether the owner … 3:41 PM ET
Windsor »
- No air quality concerns following Grace Hospital fire May 17, 2013 9:39 PM ET — There are no air quality concerns following Friday afternoon's fire at the old Grace Hospital site, the city's acting chief fire prevention … 9:39 PM ET
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Turtle hit by car airlifted 400 km for medical care May 17, 2013 2:14 PM ET — A snapping turtle injured by a car in Ontario has been airlifted more than 400 kilometres to an animal hospital, and is now on a slow road t…
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- Ontario casinos to pay host municipalities more money May 17, 2013 9:40 PM ET — The Ontario government on Friday announced a new to determine the fee municipalities receive for hosting an OLG gaming facility. 9:40 PM ET
Kitchener-Waterloo »
- Police stop searching landfill for Catherine Todd's body May 17, 2013 7:02 PM ET — Waterloo Regional Police have confirmed they have stopped searching a landfill for the remains of Kitchener woman Catherine Todd. 7:02 PM ET
- Five Fun Things To Do in Waterloo Region This Weekend – May 18-20 May 17, 2013 4:02 PM ET — Looking for something fun to do in Waterloo Region? Online host Andrea Bellemare has you covered, with everything from fireworks to a dog sh… 4:02 PM ET
- Tim Bosma public memorial Wednesday in Hamilton, Ont. May 17, 2013 5:40 PM ET — As plans to honour Tim Bosma take shape for next week in Hamilton, Ont., CBC News has learned the man accused in his slaying purchased a Tor… 5:40 PM ET
Hamilton »
- Police not questioning Millard in other cases, lawyer says May 18, 2013 11:46 AM ET — The lawyer for Dellen Millard, who is accused of murdering Hamilton man Tim Bosma, says his client has not been questioned in connection wit… 11:46 AM ET
- Hamilton Police launch new mobile app May 18, 2013 9:20 AM ET — The app is available for any smartphone or tablet 9:20 AM ET
- Weekend Guide: Things to do and what's open and closed May 18, 2013 10:25 AM ET — Between a cemetery tour, fireworks, and a dance competition, there is no shortage of things to do over the Victoria Day weekend. 10:25 AM ET
Toronto »
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Toronto Mayor Rob Ford cancels weekly radio show May 18, 2013 3:24 PM ET — Toronto Mayor Rob Ford will not be hosting his weekly radio show this weekend after explosive allegations that he was recorded on video appe…
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Toronto Mayor Rob Ford denies crack cocaine allegations May 17, 2013 11:12 PM ET — Toronto Mayor Rob Ford says allegations he was caught on tape smoking crack are "ridiculous," following reports that someone had been trying…
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Panda exhibit opens at Toronto Zoo May 18, 2013 9:54 AM ET — The long -awaited day for the public unveiling of a pair of giant pandas at the Toronto Zoo has finally arrived.
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Ottawa »
- Man, 48, run over by forklift at Bank Street work site May 18, 2013 3:03 PM ET — A 48-year-old man tripped at a work site on Saturday afternoon and was run over by a forklift, paramedics said. 3:03 PM ET
- Gatineau man arrested for allegedly exposing himself May 18, 2013 3:13 PM ET — Just one day after being released from police custody, a Gatineau man was arrested Friday by police for allegedly exposing his genitals to t… 3:13 PM ET
- Bagpiper finds extremely rare instrument at auction May 18, 2013 11:54 AM ET — An Ottawa bagpiper went to an estate sale to buy an instrument, but had no idea he would get what's likely an extremely rare, century-old mo… 11:54 AM ET
Montreal »
- Apartment fire leaves 2 children, father in critical condition May 18, 2013 3:47 PM ET — Emergency crews responding to a fire in Sainte-Thérèse said they found five family members unconscious in their apartment on Sunday morning. 3:47 PM ET
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Behind the scenes: Community fights Hydro-Québec plan May 18, 2013 2:47 PM ET — CBC reporter Willy Lowry takes us behind the scenes as he heads to a village in the Laurentians.
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- Pierre's picks: 5 don't-miss events in Montreal this weekend May 17, 2013 5:30 PM ET — Every Friday, CBC Montreal's Homerun arts reporter Pierre Landry brings you the top five things to see and do in Montreal this weekend. 5:30 PM ET
New Brunswick »
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Rescue attempt over for missing fishermen in New Brunswick May 18, 2013 3:42 PM ET — The rescue attempt for two missing fishermen has been called off in New Brunswick, hours after one body was found.
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- Woman charged with hiding newborn's body May 18, 2013 2:59 PM ET — A 30-year-old New Brunswick woman has been charged in connection with the discovery of the body of a newborn boy found on Taylor Road near M… 2:59 PM ET
- Dennis Oland named as prime suspect in father's slaying May 17, 2013 9:59 PM ET — Dennis Oland is considered the prime suspect in the killing of his father, Richard Oland, according to search warrants. 9:59 PM ET
Prince Edward Island »
- Man dies in Mount Vernon car crash May 18, 2013 1:37 PM ET — A P.E.I. man died in a single-vehicle crash Friday night. 1:37 PM ET
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Rescue attempt over for missing fishermen in New Brunswick May 18, 2013 3:39 PM ET — The rescue attempt for two missing fishermen has been called off in New Brunswick, hours after one body was found.
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Duffy's Senate expenses may get 2nd look from auditors May 17, 2013 8:12 PM ET — Senator Mike Duffy's expenses may get a second review by independent auditors following media reports regarding expenses he claimed while ca…
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Nova Scotia »
- Worker falls in ocean in Digby accident May 18, 2013 3:19 PM ET — RCMP in Nova Scotia are investigating after an excavator and its operator plunged into the ocean Saturday. 3:19 PM ET
- Roundup of Bluenose Marathon street closures May 17, 2013 9:23 PM ET — Thousands are gearing up for this weekend's 10th annual Bluenose Marathon and motorists are being advised of street closures. 9:23 PM ET
- Sailor fighting cancer says AWOL charges dropped May 17, 2013 6:23 PM ET — All charges against a Nova Scotia woman in the Royal Canadian Navy who is fighting cancer, and who was charged with being absent without lea… 6:23 PM ET
Newfoundland & Labrador »
- Gros Morne fracking issue causing significant reaction May 18, 2013 12:51 PM ET — Tourism industry stakeholders, area residents and anti-fracking groups are weighing in on plans for controversial oil exploration near Gros … 12:51 PM ET
- Gushue | Why the loss of Ray Guy has meant so much May 18, 2013 6:54 AM ET — Ray Guy often spared no mercy in skewering his political subjects, but the man himself was altogether different, writes John Gushue. 6:54 AM ET
- Police investigating vehicle accident near Lewisporte May 18, 2013 12:52 PM ET — RCMP are investigating a single-vehicle accident that happened early on Saturday morning on Rte. 340 near Michael's Harbour. 12:52 PM ET
North »
- Bell Mobility to appeal ruling in 911 lawsuit May 18, 2013 3:44 PM ET — Bell Mobility says the company plans to appeal a Northwest Territories Supreme Court ruling that says the company is liable for charging 911… 3:44 PM ET
- Agnico-Eagle worker found alive after blizzard May 17, 2013 6:00 PM ET — A worker missing from Agnico-Eagle's Meliadine camp near Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, was found alive late Thursday night, after weathering a pote… 6:00 PM ET
- Sahtu board issues draft conditions for fracking project May 17, 2013 4:33 PM ET — The Sahtu Land and Water Board has decided not to send a controversial drilling exploration project near Norman Wells, N.W.T., to an enviro… 4:33 PM ET