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Traces of fentanyl, other drugs found in Ontario fish: researchersMark Servos, a professor at the University of Waterloo’s Department of Biology, said a recent study that found traces of fentanyl and other drugs in the fish population could have “subtle effects” on the ecosystem. He added there did not appear to be a health risk to humans or drinking water, but is still concerning...CanadaApr 20
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U.K. proposes generational tobacco ban. Could Canada follow?The U.K. is moving to ban tobacco sales for anyone born after 2008. David Hammond, a public health expert at the University of Waterloo, discusses what’s behind the push and whether similar rules could come to Canada.HealthApr 22
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‘Canada’s got to be ready’: Feds announce $307M contract for Canadian-made assault riflesDefence Minister David McGuinty and Defence Procurement Secretary of State Stephen Fuhr announced a $307-million contract awarded to Colt Canada in Waterloo, Ont. on Thursday. The investment will purchase up to 65,402 assault rifles to replace aging weaponry that has been in service for more than 35 years and enable Canadian defence companies to expand...CanadaMar 19
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Tsuut’ina Nation Police Service mentors next law enforcement leadersChief Keith Blake with the Tsuut’ina Nation Police Service and Supt. Shaena Morris with the Waterloo Regional Police Service join Global News Calgary with details on a mentorship program aimed at enhancing knowledge and skills in members who want to lead police services in the future.CanadaFeb 13
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Why did Time Magazine name ‘Architects of AI’ as Person of the Year?University of Waterloo economics professor Joel Blit joins Global’s Antony Robart to discuss the benefits and pitfalls of artificial intelligence, and why its architects have been named Time Magazine’s Person of the Year.TechDec 11, 2025
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What’s at stake at COP30 in Belém? Expert breaks down key climate issuesUniversity of Waterloo’s Managing Director of Climate Science Anabela Bonada, joined Global’s Nivrita Ganguly to discuss the key issues in focus at this year’s COP30 climate conference in Belém, Brazil.WorldNov 16, 2025
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‘Keg-tapping time’ for Mark Carney in Kitchener-Waterloo’s OktoberfestPrime Minister Mark Carney marked his attendance at ‘Canada’s Greatest Bavarian Festival,’ Kitchener-Waterloo’s Oktoberfest Friday. Carney participated in keg-tapping and opened the beer barrel for attendees and participants after shouting, “Keg tapping time!” when asked, “What time is it?”Oct 17, 2025
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How Trump’s new H-1B visa fee could push top talent to CanadaU.S. President Donald Trump’s move to charge $100,000 for H-1B visa applications has sent shockwaves throughout the tech industry, but it could also be a blessing in disguise for Canada. David Akin explains how Trump’s move has some University of Waterloo students rethinking their future.Global NationalOct 1, 2025
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Cobourg police make second arrest in July assaults with baseball bats, bear sprayA second arrest has been made in connection with an assault on two people in Cobourg in mid-July. Police say on the morning of July 15, two men wearing face masks attacked two people in a tent using baseball bats and bear spray. The incident took place in a wooded area near Fisher and Kerr...CrimeSep 16, 2025
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Ontario invests over $12.4M to train workers for in-demand careersOn Tuesday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced an investment of over $12.4 million for the Skills Development Fund to help train more than 50,000 workers and students for “in-demand” careers across Waterloo Region and the surrounding areas.CanadaSep 2, 2025
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Business Matters: Strong demand for cybersecurity services boost BlackBerry’s earningsBlackBerry’s profit and sales exceeded estimates thanks to higher demand for its QNX automotive software. The Waterloo-based company’s bottom line is poised to benefit from a rise in cybercrimes and hacks which have spurred companies to invest heavily in cybersecurity. Anne Gaviola has this story and more in Business Matters for June 25, 2025.Jun 25, 2025
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Starbucks workers in Ontario ratify first union contractsA significant moment for labour rights in Canada’s coffee industry as workers at 5 Starbucks locations in Ontario, including Toronto, Ajax, and Kitchener-Waterloo, have ratified their first collective agreements. The move signals growing momentum for unionization efforts in the private sector. Former MP and TMU Labour Relations Fellow Peggy Nash joins Jaden Lee-Lincoln to break...CanadaMay 15, 2025
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UWaterloo attacker sentenced to 11 years in prisonAs Catherine McDonald reports, an Ecuadorian man who went on a stabbing spree inside a University of Waterloo gender studies class, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison after a judge ruled that Geovanny Villalba-Aleman was motivated by hate against the LGBTQ2+ community.Global News at 6 TorontoMar 17, 2025
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Ontario men accused of using fake meat barcodes to activate gift cardsTwo men from Toronto are facing charges in connection to a scam of allegedly placing fraudulent barcode stickers on top of barcodes for meat at grocery stores in Kitchener, Cambridge and Waterloo. Police released a video that showed several instances of the men picking up meat and fidgeting with it before returning it to the...CanadaFeb 5, 2025
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Waterloo police arrest Milton man on sexual assault chargesA 32-year-old Milton man has been charged with three counts of sexual assault and three counts of sexual interference in connection with an incident in Waterloo.Aug 16, 2019
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Man arrested for sexual assault of 3 children has ‘personal connections’ to Waterloo region: policeWaterloo Regional police said on Friday that a man arrested in connection with the sexual assault of three children between 2013 and this past July had “personal connections” to the area.Aug 16, 2019
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Ottawa continues to cope with devastating spring floodsVideo taken on Monday shows the waterlogged areas along the Ottawa River that remain affected by the spring flooding in the capital.CanadaMay 6, 2019
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‘Stephen Hawking had a great sense of humour’: former student recalls Hawking teasing himCanadian professor Ray Laflamme, University of Waterloo, recollects being a student at the University of Cambridge under Stephen Hawking and how the brilliant physicist would tease him and classmates.CanadaMar 14, 2018
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Want to create your own snow sculpture? Waterloo artist shows you howMatt Morris, a resident of Waterloo, Ont., has been creating snow sculptures for the past dozen years. To spread the joy, he demonstrates how one can build their own snow sculpture at home, and what tools they would need.LifestyleJan 26, 2024
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Morneau says he doesn’t “report to journalists”Finance minister Bill Morneau was in Waterloo, Ontario today to sell tax reforms for small business owners. But as our David Akin explains, Morneau is still facing tough questions about his investments – and they’re questions he now seems reluctant to answer.Global NationalOct 20, 2017