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Some LGBTQ activists and historians are calling into question the message behind the loonie, saying it mistakenly suggests equality has been reached. Continue reading
A look at Canada’s first 4-20 celebrations since legalization
The annual event has traditionally been a day to celebrate the drug and also to protest for the legalization of cannabis. Continue reading
Mueller’s redacted report says Trump didn’t commit crime — stops short of exonerating him
The U.S. Department of Justice released a redacted version of special counsel Robert Mueller’s report on Thursday, capping a 22-month investigation into Russia’s meddling in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Continue reading
Jason Kenney: Here’s what the rest of Canada should know about Alberta’s new premier
In case you haven’t been paying attention to the Alberta election, here are some key promises Kenney promised during the campaign trail. Continue reading
France vows to rebuild gutted Notre Dame Cathedral: Experts say it could take decades
Experts warn it may likely to take decades to restore the cathedral, rich with European Gothic architecture. Continue reading
Notre Dame fire: ‘Priceless’ stained-glass windows may have survived destruction
After a devastating fire tore through the historic Notre Dame cathedral Monday, the iconic stained glass rose appeared to have survived — a stroke of luck given the difficulty of reproducing such ancient glass. Continue reading
Alberta election: If Jason Kenney wins Trudeau may be in for a headache, experts warn
Jason Kenney has publicly attacked Trudeau’s Liberals numerous times over issues such as pipelines and the federally imposed carbon tax. He has even vowed to a legal challenge against the tax if elected. Continue reading
Ontario proposes new childcare tax benefit — but experts warn it may not help families in need
Some childcare advocates are sounding the alarm, saying the rebate program does not go far enough in helping families covering skyrocketing costs. Continue reading
Brunei’s death-by-stoning law for gay sex, adultery prompts global backlash
A boycott of Brunei-owned luxury hotels and airlines is gaining momentum after the country announced this week it was punishing homosexuality by stoning offenders to death. Continue reading
Patching a pothole yourself? Officials warn Canadians to think twice before picking up the shovel
“The problem … is that the likely risk of being involved in potential liability far outweighs any temporary benefit with filling the pothole,” said one Toronto-based lawyer. Continue reading
Robert Mueller’s Russia investigation: An extensive timeline
Throughout the investigation, U.S. President Donald Trump has called it a “witch hunt” and a waste of taxpayer dollars. Continue reading
From the anti-vaxxers to flat earthers: what makes people distrust science?
From the anti-vaccine movement to the belief that the earth is flat, there seems to a growing distrust of science and institutions, and experts say it’s difficult to come up with an antidote to the erosion. Continue reading
‘Terrible idea’: Health expert warns against chickenpox parties for kids
Despite health experts saying the vaccine is highly effective and safe, some parents are still choosing to expose children to chickenpox the old fashioned way — with an infection party. Continue reading
Canada considering forcing social media companies to remove extremist content
Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale says the public is losing patience with social media platforms that allow the posting and spreading of extremist content. Continue reading
British PM Theresa May asks to delay Brexit until June 30, denies plans for 2nd referendum
British Prime Minister Theresa May asked the European Union on Wednesday to delay Brexit for three more months — hoping to get more time to properly ratify the divorce deal. Continue reading