Ottawa to buy 360 LAVs from London’s General Dynamic Land Systems
The vehicles will be deployed to support troops with the Canadian Armed Forces and replace outdated equipment. Continue reading
Canada
New Heritage Minute focuses on dark history of the Acadian Expulsion
The release of the video on Thursday will have special significance. August 15 marks National Acadian Day — a day to celebrate Acadian culture — in Canada. Continue reading
Sunwing Airlines challenges fine issued after ice storm-related delays in 2018
The fine was levied by the Canadian Transportation Agency, following an investigation of the airline’s conduct after an ice storm on April 14, 2018. Continue reading
Man, 74, killed in collision on Calgary Trail in south Edmonton
The southbound lanes of Calgary Trail at 41 Avenue S.W. were closed while police investigated. Continue reading
Nova Scotia to build ‘100% China-friendly’ website, navigate censorship in bid to grow commerce
The tender specifies that the developer of the website must have the “expertise to navigate China’s digital restrictions.” Continue reading
New mural hopes to brighten up Dartmouth, help it shed ‘darkside’ moniker
The mural is part of a push to revitalize the downtown area and shed Dartmouth’s moniker as the “darkside.” Continue reading
‘I have to get President Trump’s attention’: A mother’s anguish as her son faces the death penalty in China
Katherine Swidan is trying to save her son Mark, who has been sentenced to death on drug charges in China. She says his case is political. Continue reading
Damian Warner defends decathlon crown at Pan Am Games
The 29-year-old Londoner continued his strong season in dominant fashion, finishing with 8,513 points. Continue reading
London, Ilderton, Arkells celebrate Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir
Canada’s beloved figure skaters made a hometown tour on Wednesday to celebrate their spot on Canada’s Walk of Fame. Continue reading
Fired lawyer remains on as friend of the court in Fredericton shooting case
The case was back in court Wednesday to deal with pre-trial issues, but there is a ban on the publication of the details of what happened and what was said. Continue reading