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Some cities will not halve child-care fees by end of year, study findsThe federal government's national child-care program aims to make care more affordable for parents; a new study suggests how much fees are reduced will depend on where they live.EconomyMay 10
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Grand Chief Arlen Dumas opposes MP’s calls for military support to combat COVID on Manitoba First NationsMP Niki Ashton is calling on the federal government for military support to brought in to northern Manitoba first nations, as communities deal with surging COVID-19 cases.NewsJan 9
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Kingston councillor calls for electoral reform after withdrawing as a provincial candidateKingston city councillor electoral system is broken after stepping down as a Progressive Conservative candidate in the upcoming provincial election.PoliticsOct 6, 2021
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COVID-19 diagnosis precludes Shuswap man from votingThe federal election is near, and one man is very frustrated that he won't be able to cast a ballot.CanadaSep 18, 2021
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Three Manitoba ridings will set tone for federal election outcome: expertIf history is any guide, political scientist Malcolm Bird says whoever wins in Manitoba election day Sept. 20 is going to determine who leads the country.PoliticsSep 12, 2021
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Many Kingston-area districts missing party candidates ahead of federal electionWith a federal election expected just five weeks from now, political parties are scrambling to nominate candidates and begin their local campaigns.PoliticsAug 13, 2021
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Kingston’s first electric buses now in serviceKingston's first electric buses were unveiled as part of the city's plan to lower greenhouse gas emissions. Mayor Paterson says they will be the first of many.EnvironmentJul 29, 2021
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N.S., feds announce $1.46M in funding to upgrade 2 recreational facilitiesThe government funds will go toward upgrading the Orenda Canoe Club in Lake Echo and the Cheema Aquatic Club in Waverley.CanadaJun 26, 2021
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New affordable housing announced for downtown KelownaThe building is expected to provide homes for low- to moderate-income individuals and families at below-market rates, according to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation.CanadaFeb 24, 2021
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Big hit to B.C’s cruise ship sector as Feds extend ban until 2022Transport Canada announced Thursday cruise ship vessels carrying more than 100 people will not be allowed to enter Canadian waters until Feb. 28, 2022.HealthFeb 4, 2021
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