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CBSA workers get roughly 15% raise over 4 years in tentative dealThe union representing Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) workers has released the details of its tentative agreement with the federal government.CanadaJun 13
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Amazon must provide records to Competition Bureau, court order saysCanada's Competition Bureau said Wednesday that it has obtained a second court order that will require Amazon to provide records and written information.CanadaJun 12
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Why pharmacists say they could help ease health-care strainCanadian pharmacists are calling on provincial governments to expand what treatments they can provide patients, arguing it will help relieve a strained health-care system.CanadaJun 7
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Kawasaki engines in some lawn, garden equipment recalled due to safety hazardKawasaki engines in some Bad Boy Mowers, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hustler, John Deere and Kubota brand lawn and garden equipment have been recalled due to a fire and burn hazard.ConsumerJun 7
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Canada’s average rent hit new record in May: reportThe average rent in Canada broke a new record in May according to a report released Thursday, rising above $2,200 a month for the first time.CanadaJun 6
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UN head warns of ‘climate hell’ as May sets temperature recordThe UN's secretary general warned of "climate hell" on Wednesday as two new reports show that the planet may warm above the 1.5 C threshold once hoped to be kept at or under.CanadaJun 5
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Social media lawsuit: Why school boards are raising red flags over useAs Ontario school boards are raising red flags over social media use among students, experts say the evidence is mounting that more screen time is linked to changes in behaviour.ConsumerMay 31
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Canada waives fees on permits for Haitian temporary residentsHaitians with temporary resident status in Canada can now apply for a study permit, open work permit or status extension at no cost.CanadaMay 24
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Auto theft crisis: Insurance claims hit $1.5B in 2023 — a new recordAuto theft insurance claims for replacing stolen vehicles skyrocketed to a record-breaking $1.5 billion in 2023, according to data released by the Insurance Bureau of Canada.CanadaMay 16
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IN PHOTOS: Solar storm creates aurora borealis across Canada, worldCanadians and others across the world were treated to an aurora borealis display due to a severe geomagnetic storm. The northern lights were visible across Canada.CanadaMay 11
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Wildfires are burning across western Canada. What to knowWildfires have prompted evacuation orders in western Canada just days after officials warned of 'significant risk' from the natural hazard this summer.CanadaMay 11
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RateMDs faces certified class-action lawsuit over alleged breach of privacyA class action lawsuit against doctor review website RateMDs has been certified by the Supreme Court of British Columbia, alleging it breaches provincial privacy laws.CanadaMay 10
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Begin breast cancer screening at age 40, Canadian Cancer Society urgesThe Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is urging all provinces and territories to begin breast cancer screening at age 40 for those at average risk of the disease.HealthMay 9
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A ‘zombie’ virus is raging among raccoons. What to knowWATCH: Toronto calls about sick raccoons spike as 'zombie’ virus rages in parts of CanadaCanadaMay 9
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A spoonful of olive oil a day could reduce risk of death from dementia: studyA study found that those who consumed more than seven grams of olive oil a day — a bit over half a tablespoon — had a 28 per cent lower risk of dying from dementia.HealthMay 7
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Bird flu: Experts urge more surveillance in Canada — before it’s too lateExperts are urging Canada to boost its surveillance of the bird flu after traces of it were found in milk in the U.S. and it has spread among dairy cattle in the U.S.CanadaMay 3
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Is inside sports betting on the rise? Why the problem may get ‘more common’Does Canada have an inside sports betting problem? Two athletes for Canadian teams were recently penalized for betting as legalized gambling has taken off.SportsMay 1
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Visiting Venice? That’ll be 5 euros to enterVenice, Italy, has begun a pilot test of a new entry fee to visit the city. Called the Venice Access Fee, it will now cost tourists five euros on 29 select dates.WorldApr 25
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More financial institutes are offering crypto-services, survey showsInvesting in cryptocurrencies is picking up steam, according to a new survey, even in the face of potential volatility and massive fraud that has been uncovered.CanadaApr 24
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Meta says you can’t turn off its new AI tool on Facebook, InstagramMeta has now integrated AI into Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp and Messenger in Canada — but its presence may not be welcomed by all.CanadaApr 19
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Buzz kill? Gen Z less interested in coffee than older Canadians, survey showsAre younger Canadians now less interested in coffee than previous generations? A new study shows that Gen Z is the least likely to have a cup of Joe with their breakfast.CanadaApr 19
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Shoppers faces proposed class action over claims company is ‘abusive’ to pharmacistsA proposed class action lawsuit filed against Shoppers Drug Mart and its parent company Loblaw claims that the companies pressure pharmacists fill prescription quotas.CanadaApr 17
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Are vehicle headlights too bright? Debate revs up as U.K. plans studyThe U.K. announced in late March that it will commission an independent study into glare from bright car headlights but it is unclear whether Canada will do the same.CanadaApr 13
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Yoto Mini speaker recalled in Canada, U.S. due to burn, fire hazardThe Yoto Mini speaker has been recalled by Health Canada after there were reports of its battery overheating and melting in the U.S.CanadaApr 12
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Enjoyed the solar eclipse? Here’s when and where it is happening nextIf you can't get enough of solar eclipses after getting a taste for them on Monday — or feel like you missed out — here's a look at when it's set to again dazzle overhead.CanadaApr 9
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