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Crews working to restore gas to 6,200 customers in Lake Country, North KelownaLauren Beckett, corporate communication advisor at FortisBC, told Global News on Friday that they have about 60 technicians on the ground in the area.CanadaApr 17
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Iran prepares for dayslong funeral of late Supreme Leader killed in warThe country's theocracy plans to see millions flood the streets of the capital beginning Saturday in scenes reminiscent to the burial of the late Supreme Leader.WorldJul 3
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2nd victim recovered in fatal Canada Day boating accident in N.S.Two men have died in a Canada Day boating accident on Aylesford Lake in Nova Scotia's Kings County, according to RCMP.CanadaJul 2
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Canada Day heat wave prompts warnings in several provincesAs the heat wave is expected to continue across parts of the country into the weekend, people are reminded to take action to protect themselves.WeatherJul 1
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U.S. prepares to celebrate 250th Independence Day while facing extreme heatDemonstrations of national pride — and hints of political polarization — were balanced with efforts to stay safe as much of the country baked under soaring temperatures.U.S. NewsJul 3
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U.K. lays out future defence plan with technology focus, fight over moneyLike other NATO countries, the U.K. is under pressure to increase defence spending to counter a more aggressive Russia and less reliable United States.WorldJun 30
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Carney urged to take action amid Trump’s abortion ‘gag rule’ for developing countriesThe aid sector is hoping Canada renews its 10-year commitment to funding health services through a gender lens, which expires in 2030.CanadaMay 17
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Recipe: Asparagus dressed in saffron and sunchoke goat cheese flanAs Summer is on its way, these are some recipe ideas to make the most of the produce and the fresh and light tasting food. There's something for everyone!LifestyleMay 24
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Asian Heritage Month: 40 years of flavour and family at New Asian VillageLike many immigrants who settle in Canada, Harmeet Kapur started New Asian Village from scratch in a new country, with little money and little stability.PerspectivesMay 12
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Geopolitical tension now seen as top economic risk in Bank of Canada surveyGeopolitical tensions are now considered a bigger risk risk to Canada's economic productivity than trade conflict with countries like the U.S, according to the latest survey data.EconomyMay 11
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Large brush fire in Rocky View County under controlRocky View County says a large brush fire that started on Thursday near Ghost Lake, west of Calgary, is now under control and no longer considered to be active.FireMay 1
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Eurovision turns 70. What to know as Canada mulls joiningThe annual musical extravaganza that has been likened to a pop music Olympics takes place in Vienna, Austria, May 12-16. It will see singers and bands from 35 countries compete.EntertainmentMay 1
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Ottawa announces multinational defence bank to be headquartered in CanadaA news release issued late Wednesday says the defence bank will allow member countries, including Canada, to leverage shared resources to 'meet today’s defence challenges.'PoliticsApr 30
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Okanagan residents urged to be vigilant as warmer temperatures increase fire riskOutdoor enthusiasts are loving it, but with the warm weather about to heat up even more this weekend, there's a concern for potential fire starts.CanadaMay 1
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Canadians are continuing to avoid travel to U.S., StatCan reportsSome Canadians have avoided travelling to the U.S. since early 2025, after the U.S. administration's trade war against Canada and threats to make the country into the '51st state.'CanadaApr 23
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Boating safety urged as RCMP investigate 2 separate fatal accidents in N.S.Boating safety is top of mind, as police in Nova Scotia investigate two separate fatal boating incidents that claimed three lives over the past week.CanadaJul 3
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Nova Scotia approves plans for the province’s largest onshore wind farmThe Nova Scotia government has granted environmental assessment approval for plans to build what it describes as the province’s largest wind energy project.CanadaJul 2
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Country Thunder cancels Calgary concert, blames noise bylaw and constructionIn a surprise announcement the organizers of the Country Thunder Alberta 2026 music festival have cancelled this year's event and are placing the blame on the city of Calgary.EntertainmentJun 24
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No charges will be filed against Taylor Frankie Paul’s ex, Dakota MortensenThe news comes two days after the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office declined to file charges against Taylor Frankie Paul.EntertainmentApr 17
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Canada Day a moment of pride, patriotism and melancholy in AlbertaOn Oct. 19, voters are to decide whether they want the province to remain in Canada or to start the process for holding a second, binding vote on quitting Confederation.CanadaJul 1