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Thirteen men charged after human trafficking investigation in Niagara Falls, Ont.

Thirteen men charged after human trafficking investigation in Niagara Falls, Ont.

A total of 13 men have been arrested and charged after a human trafficking investigation in Niagara Falls, Ont.
Wilm grabs 100m backstroke bronze, Canada's third swimming medal at aquatics worlds

Wilm grabs 100m backstroke bronze, Canada's third swimming medal at aquatics worlds

DOHA, Qatar — Ingrid Wilm picked up Canada's third swimming medal at the world aquatics championships on Tuesday, earning bronze in the women's 100-metre backstroke. The Calgary native finished with a time of 59.18 seconds.
Rural internet providers divided on whether CRTC should expand wholesale fibre access

Rural internet providers divided on whether CRTC should expand wholesale fibre access

A national framework that allows smaller internet providers to offer services to customers by using rivals' fibre networks would give residents of remote regions more affordable options, the industry regulator heard on Tuesday.
'Sway' among Toronto Black Film Festival movies telling untold Canadian stories

'Sway' among Toronto Black Film Festival movies telling untold Canadian stories

TORONTO — Although it was filmed in Toronto's downtown Regent Park neighbourhood and features a soundtrack fuelled by underground local rappers, Emmanuel Kabongo says his new film “Sway” doesn't feel like a Canadian production.
First Nations group criticizes federal fish policies, conflict of interest in B.C.

First Nations group criticizes federal fish policies, conflict of interest in B.C.

OTTAWA — An Indigenous-led group is criticizing what it says is the "gross mismanagement" of aquaculture in British Columbia by the Fisheries Department, as it calls for a separation of its regulatory and promotional responsibilities.
Edmonton Elks sign special-teams dynamo Javon Leake

Edmonton Elks sign special-teams dynamo Javon Leake

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks signed American kick-returner Javon Leake on Tuesday. The move became official shortly after Leake hit the CFL's open market. Edmonton signed Leake to an agreement in principle last week.
Montreal woman pleads guilty in U.S. to helping export weapon components to Russia

Montreal woman pleads guilty in U.S. to helping export weapon components to Russia

MONTREAL — United States prosecutors say a Montreal woman has pleaded guilty to being part of a scheme to illegally export millions of dollars' worth of electronic components to Russia for military use.
Canada's Fernandez advances to round of 16 at Qatar Open

Canada's Fernandez advances to round of 16 at Qatar Open

DOHA, Qatar — Canada's Leylah Fernandez is off to the round of 16 at the Qatar Open after a 0-6, 6-2, 6-3 win over Spain's Paula Badosa on Tuesday. The Laval, Que.
Nearly three-quarters of Senate appointed on Trudeau's advice as Quebec senator joins

Nearly three-quarters of Senate appointed on Trudeau's advice as Quebec senator joins

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced the appointment of a new senator from Quebec. Manuelle Oudar is joining the Senate's ranks after most recently serving with a Quebec government commission on workplace equity, health and safety.
'Back to the Future,' 'Beetlejuice' part of Mirvish's Hollywood-driven new season

'Back to the Future,' 'Beetlejuice' part of Mirvish's Hollywood-driven new season

TORONTO — Producer David Mirvish says he hopes to inject a "sense of fun" into his theatre company's 2024-2025 season with a little bit of Hollywood and live stage spectacle.