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Liberal budget survives in tight House vote before Carney departs for UAE

Liberal budget survives in tight House vote before Carney departs for UAE

OTTAWA -- Prime Minister Mark Carney's government narrowly passed a crucial budget vote Monday, with four MPs abstaining and Green Party Leader Elizabeth May backing the budget.

A list of some of the resolutions at British Columbia's NDP convention

A list of some of the resolutions at British Columbia's NDP convention

VICTORIA -- Delegates at the British Columbia NDP convention met over the weekend in Victoria to debate some of the hundreds of resolutions put before them. Premier David Eby has said some resolutions presented at past conventions have made it into law, however they are non-binding on government.

Hollywood star Richard Gere brings Tibet advocacy to Parliament Hill

Hollywood star Richard Gere brings Tibet advocacy to Parliament Hill

OTTAWA -- Hollywood actor Richard Gere said Monday Canada shouldn't pivot to a stronger relationship with China in response to its strained relationship with the United States.

If Newfoundland asks for changes to energy deal, so will Quebec, says minister

If Newfoundland asks for changes to energy deal, so will Quebec, says minister

ST. JOHN'S -- Quebec's energy minister says if Newfoundland and Labrador pushes for changes to a draft energy deal between the two provinces, Quebec will make new requests of its own.

MPs to vote on Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget today

MPs to vote on Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget today

OTTAWA -- Members of Parliament will today decide whether to vote in favour of Prime Minister Mark Carney's budget or send the country back to the polls less than a year after the last federal election.

Prime Minister Mark Carney met with cheers and boos at 112th Grey Cup game

Prime Minister Mark Carney met with cheers and boos at 112th Grey Cup game

WINNIPEG -- Prime Minister Mark Carney was on hand in Winnipeg for the 112th Grey Cup game between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Montreal Alouettes.

CP NewsAlert: B.C.'s NDP vote against leadership review for Premier David Eby

CP NewsAlert: B.C.'s NDP vote against leadership review for Premier David Eby

VICTORIA -- Almost 83 per cent of delegates attending the convention of British Columbia's New Democrats signaled their support for Premier David Eby by not asking for a leadership review.

Burnaby apologizes for historic discrimination against people of Chinese descent

Burnaby apologizes for historic discrimination against people of Chinese descent

BURNABY -- Burnaby, B.C., Mayor Mike Hurley has issued an official apology on behalf of the city for its historic discrimination against people of Chinese descent.

Mark Carney attends launch of new branch of Montreal-area light rail network

Mark Carney attends launch of new branch of Montreal-area light rail network

MONTREAL -- The northwest branch of a light rail project in the Montreal area was officially inaugurated on Friday, with Prime Minister Mark Carney and other dignitaries along for the first ride.

Judge orders recount in Newfoundland district after last month's provincial election

Judge orders recount in Newfoundland district after last month's provincial election

ST. JOHN'S -- A Supreme Court judge in Newfoundland and Labrador has ordered a recount in one electoral district after the provincial election last month.

Alberta's Smith supportive of new major projects, says pipeline negotiation ongoing

Alberta's Smith supportive of new major projects, says pipeline negotiation ongoing

CALGARY -- Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she's on board with Prime Minister Mark Carney's second batch of key major projects picked out for potential fast-track approval.

New Brunswick's Sisson Mine added to Ottawa's list of 'nation-building' projects

New Brunswick's Sisson Mine added to Ottawa's list of 'nation-building' projects

FREDERICTON -- New Brunswick's premier says a proposed tungsten mine in Sisson Brook, N.B., can help the province play a major role in the national economy and securing Canadian sovereignty, now that it is on a list of projects that could be fast-tracked by the federal government.

Golf course pitch for Cape Breton provincial park was 'unreasonable,' premier says

Golf course pitch for Cape Breton provincial park was 'unreasonable,' premier says

HALIFAX -- A golf course developer's controversial pitch to build in a Cape Breton provincial park is going nowhere, Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston told reporters on Thursday.

Golf course pitch for Cape Breton provincial park was 'unreasonable,' says premier

Golf course pitch for Cape Breton provincial park was 'unreasonable,' says premier

HALIFAX -- Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston says a golf course developer's pitch to build in a Cape Breton provincial park is going nowhere.

B.C. Human Rights Commissioner says stigmatizing drug use is a violation

B.C. Human Rights Commissioner says stigmatizing drug use is a violation

VANCOUVER -- British Columbia's Human Rights Commissioner is criticizing the province's handling of the deadly opioid crisis, saying it takes a stigma-based approach that is "a violation" of human rights.

Family of New Brunswick man who died in hospital emergency room settles lawsuit

Family of New Brunswick man who died in hospital emergency room settles lawsuit

FREDERICTON -- The family of a 78-year-old man who died after waiting seven hours for care in a Fredericton hospital has settled a legal action they filed against the province's health authority.

Soraya Martinez Ferrada to be sworn in today as mayor of Montreal

Soraya Martinez Ferrada to be sworn in today as mayor of Montreal

MONTREAL -- Montreal's new mayor will formally assume the city's top role today during a swearing-in ceremony.

Moe says province will do what it can for village dealing with cult aftermath

Moe says province will do what it can for village dealing with cult aftermath

REGINA -- Saskatchewan's premier says his government will help where it can for a village tormented by a cult but says it's ultimately an issue that has to be solved at the local level.

Ontario's online gamblers could legally bet against people outside Canada: court

Ontario's online gamblers could legally bet against people outside Canada: court

TORONTO -- Ontario's top court says provincially regulated online gaming and sports betting sites could legally allow users to play with - and bet against - people in other countries.

Sick of sick notes: B.C. limits when employers can request sick notes

Sick of sick notes: B.C. limits when employers can request sick notes

VICTORIA -- The British Columbia government has brought in new rules that limit when an employer can ask for a sick note, saving doctors the burden of writing them and preventing patients from spreading their illness even further.

Manitoba, federal government, help colour marketer move US resources to Winnipeg

Manitoba, federal government, help colour marketer move US resources to Winnipeg

WINNIPEG -- A Winnipeg-based company is moving some of its newly acquired operations from the United States to Winnipeg.

Corrective to Nov. 11 story on federal health transfers

OTTAWA -- In a Nov. 11 story about federal health funding in the budget, The Canadian Press erroneously reported that the $2.5-billion in annual funding for bilateral health agreements with the provinces and territories is set to expire in 2027. In fact, the agreements are set to run until 2033.

Tariff tensions don't stop annual Christmas tree gift from Nova Scotia to Boston

Tariff tensions don't stop annual Christmas tree gift from Nova Scotia to Boston

LUNENBURG -- An early Christmas gift from Nova Scotia is on its way to Boston, in the form of a 45-foot-tall tree.

Montreal transit maintenance union suspends strike as new labour bill tabled

Montreal transit maintenance union suspends strike as new labour bill tabled

MONTREAL -- Montreal's public transit network is gradually returning to normal after the union representing maintenance workers decided late Tuesday to suspend their strike.

Cleveland's Vogt named AL manager of year, Toronto's Schneider takes second in voting

Cleveland's Vogt named AL manager of year, Toronto's Schneider takes second in voting

NEW YORK -- Toronto Blue Jays skipper John Schneider will have to settle for being a finalist in the American League manager of the year voting.

Armed forces and veterans gather for Remembrance Day in Montreal

Armed forces and veterans gather for Remembrance Day in Montreal

MONTREAL -- Bruno Plourde says he was participating in Tuesday's Remembrance Day ceremony under heavy snowfall in Montreal to remember a fallen comrade.

Quebec should strengthen climate targets despite rollback in the U.S., says committee

Quebec should strengthen climate targets despite rollback in the U.S., says committee

MONTREAL -- An expert committee says Quebec needs to maintain its ambition to address climate change despite a U.S. government that disputes climate science.

Greenwashing rules to be scaled back, but scope of change remains unclear

Greenwashing rules to be scaled back, but scope of change remains unclear

TORONTO -- Canada's greenwashing rules are being scaled back, but it remains to be seen what the changes mean for businesses wanting to talk about their environmental record.

Quebec labour minister wants power to intervene in Montreal transit strike

Quebec labour minister wants power to intervene in Montreal transit strike

QUEBEC -- The Quebec government wants the power to intervene in a strike that has disrupted public transit in Montreal since the start of November.

B.C. Securities Commission settles with man, company for more than $4 million

B.C. Securities Commission settles with man, company for more than $4 million

VANCOUVER -- The British Columbia Securities Commission says it has reached a nearly $4.2 million settlement with a man and his company for misleading shareholders and misusing investor funds for personal expenses.

Veterans Affairs minister 'respects' independence of court in poppy ban decision

Veterans Affairs minister 'respects' independence of court in poppy ban decision

OTTAWA -- Veterans Affairs Minister Jill McKnight says she respects the independence of Nova Scotia's judiciary in determining judges have the right to ban the poppy from their courtrooms.

Finance minister says critical minerals refining is the 'name of the game'

Finance minister says critical minerals refining is the 'name of the game'

CALGARY -- Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne says his goal is to help make Canada the NATO partner of choice when it comes to supplying critical minerals.

Prime minister, N.B. premier tease major project announcement in the province

Prime minister, N.B. premier tease major project announcement in the province

FREDERICTON -- Prime Minister Mark Carney and New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt say federal support for a major project in the province will be announced later this week.

Manitoba makes changes to individuals eligible for specialized veteran licence plate

Manitoba makes changes to individuals eligible for specialized veteran licence plate

WINNIPEG -- Individuals currently serving with the Canadian Armed Forces, RCMP and other military services are now eligible to display a veteran licence plate on their vehicle in Manitoba.

Sol Zanetti elected co-spokesperson for Quebec solidaire, notes 'steep slope' ahead

Sol Zanetti elected co-spokesperson for Quebec solidaire, notes 'steep slope' ahead

Sol Zanetti won his bid this weekend to succeed Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois as co-spokesperson for Quebec solidaire, and acknowledged the "steep slope" ahead for the leftist party.

Montreal-area councillor to be chosen by lottery after a tie vote

Montreal-area councillor to be chosen by lottery after a tie vote

MONTREAL -- This year, one Montreal-area city councillor will be chosen by an effective flip of the coin.

B.C. government workers voting through to Thursday on tentative agreement

B.C. government workers voting through to Thursday on tentative agreement

BURNABY -- Members of the British Columbia General Employees' Union have begun voting on the tentative agreement reached last month with the provincial government.

Alberta considering boost in speed limit to 120 km/h on divided highways

Alberta considering boost in speed limit to 120 km/h on divided highways

EDMONTON -- Alberta's government is considering raising the speed limit on its divided highways to 120 kilometres per hour.

CP NewsAlert: Liberals survive second confidence vote amid Tory caucus turmoil

CP NewsAlert: Liberals survive second confidence vote amid Tory caucus turmoil

OTTAWA -- The minority Liberal government survived a second confidence vote on the budget this afternoon, with the Conservatives voting against a Bloc Quebecois motion to reject the budget.

Concordia defers sabbaticals, offers retirement program due to foreign student drop

Concordia defers sabbaticals, offers retirement program due to foreign student drop

MONTREAL -- Concordia University says it's deferring sabbaticals and won't be renewing some teaching contracts in response to federal and provincial immigration policies.

Photo Gallery: Prince Harry meets with veterans in Toronto

Photo Gallery: Prince Harry meets with veterans in Toronto

Veterans at a care centre in Toronto gathered to present their art therapy work to Prince Harry and share their stories ahead of Remembrance Day, as they reflected on the lasting impact of their sacrifices in service.

New Brunswick hospital ordered to pay man $5K because staff didn't speak French

New Brunswick hospital ordered to pay man $5K because staff didn't speak French

A New Brunswick court has ordered an anglophone health network in the province to pay $5,000 to a Moncton man for violating his language rights.

Quebec minister says Ottawa has gone too far in cutting temporary immigration

Quebec minister says Ottawa has gone too far in cutting temporary immigration

QUEBEC -- Despite years of calling for Ottawa to cut the number of non-permanent residents in the province, Quebec now says the federal government is "playing a dangerous game" in its move to slash temporary immigration.

CP NewsAlert: Alberta teachers file court challenge of back-to-work legislation

CP NewsAlert: Alberta teachers file court challenge of back-to-work legislation

EDMONTON -- The head of the Alberta Teachers' Association says it has filed a court challenge against back-to-work legislation that ended a provincewide strike.

Accused in spy trial says Chinese university bids tied to Hydro-Quebec job insecurity

Accused in spy trial says Chinese university bids tied to Hydro-Quebec job insecurity

MONTREAL -- A former researcher with Quebec's hydro utility who is facing economic espionage charges says he was applying for work at universities in China because he was unhappy at Hydro-Quebec.

Surge in reports of wrongdoing to Quebec anti-corruption police

Surge in reports of wrongdoing to Quebec anti-corruption police

MONTREAL -- Quebec anti-corruption police are reporting a surge of nearly 30 per cent in the number of reports of wrongdoing they received in the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

Quebec government cuts immigration targets for permanent residents

Quebec government cuts immigration targets for permanent residents

QUEBEC -- The Quebec government has lowered its immigration targets for the coming years to 45,000 new permanent residents annually.

CFIA says ostrich cull will go ahead after high court decides it won't hear appeal

CFIA says ostrich cull will go ahead after high court decides it won't hear appeal

OTTAWA -- The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says it will move forward with "complete depopulation" of hundreds of ostriches at a British Columbia farm after the owners lost a bid to have their case heard by the Supreme Court of Canada.

Prince Harry to visit veterans in Toronto today ahead of Remembrance Day

Prince Harry to visit veterans in Toronto today ahead of Remembrance Day

Prince Harry is set to meet with some of Canada's oldest veterans today as part of his two-day visit to Toronto for events related to Remembrance Day.

MP Chris d'Entremont's jump from Tories to Liberals sparks chatter across Nova Scotia

MP Chris d'Entremont's jump from Tories to Liberals sparks chatter across Nova Scotia

HALIFAX -- A Nova Scotia MP's high-profile jump from the federal Conservatives to the Liberals has sparked chatter across the region.

Photo Gallery: The 2025 federal budget

Photo Gallery: The 2025 federal budget

Prime Minister Mark Carney's first federal budget takes a big swing at making Canada's economy a more attractive place to invest with billions of dollars for infrastructure and new tax opportunities for business.

Researchers find microplastics in lobsters caught off the coast of Nova Scotia

Researchers find microplastics in lobsters caught off the coast of Nova Scotia

HALIFAX -- A new study has confirmed the presence of microplastics in the tails of lobsters caught off the coast of Nova Scotia.

Ex-hydro researcher tells spying trial he wasn't given opportunity to defend himself

Ex-hydro researcher tells spying trial he wasn't given opportunity to defend himself

MONTREAL -- A former researcher with Quebec's hydro utility says he had no idea he was under a criminal investigation until he was arrested by the RCMP in 2022.

Federal budget promises legislation to accelerate Alto high-speed rail project

Federal budget promises legislation to accelerate Alto high-speed rail project

MONTREAL -- The federal budget promises new legislation to accelerate development of the Alto high-speed rail project.

Expelled CAQ member of Quebec legislature slams government over doctor payment bill

Expelled CAQ member of Quebec legislature slams government over doctor payment bill

MONTREAL -- A member of the Quebec legislature whom the premier expelled from his caucus says she no longer recognizes the party she used to represent.

Prince Harry in Toronto this week for several events tied to Remembrance Day

Prince Harry in Toronto this week for several events tied to Remembrance Day

TORONTO -- Prince Harry is set to begin a two-day visit to Toronto to attend events supporting veterans and the military community ahead of Remembrance Day.

Alberta government wants more details on federal budget before passing judgment

Alberta government wants more details on federal budget before passing judgment

EDMONTON -- Alberta's finance minister says Ottawa's budget has some good elements and some bad, but he's hoping to get more clarity on regulatory changes that could affect the energy industry.

Manitoba premier encouraged by federal budget mentions of northern expansion

Manitoba premier encouraged by federal budget mentions of northern expansion

WINNIPEG -- Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says he's encouraged that the federal budget reaffirms plans to invest in the Port of Churchill and related facilities.

Budget 2025: Key numbers from the Liberals' latest spending plan

Budget 2025: Key numbers from the Liberals' latest spending plan

OTTAWA -- Here's a brief look at the key numbers in the Liberal government's 2025 budget:

Quebec government wants to restart talks with doctors over payment reform

Quebec government wants to restart talks with doctors over payment reform

QUEBEC -- Quebec Premier Francois Legault is extending an olive branch to the province's doctors amid a fight over a new law that changes how physicians are paid.