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OTTAWA — The federal government has found itself defending what Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called an absolutely unacceptable decision in recent weeks — to grant a Canadian company an exemption on Russian sanctions.

In a warehouse just outside Toronto, furniture makers put final touches on historic pieces that are to be part of Pope Francis' journey to Canada.

OTTAWA — Roman Baber is asking Conservative party members to give him a second look — not just think of him as their second choice.

TORONTO — There was no winning ticket sold in Tuesday's Lotto Max $20 million draw. The jackpot for the next draw on Friday, July 22, will be an estimated $25 million. The Canadian Press

VANCOUVER — British Columbia Attorney General David Eby has announced his bid to become the province's next premier, saying he has secured the support of a large majority of New Democrat members of the legislature.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau understands the public's frustration and disgust with Hockey Canada. He shares many of those same feelings.

BOWEN ISLAND, B.C. — Boosted coast guard facilities and increased safeguards for Canada's coastal environments are part of an expanded $3.5-billion marine program that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has dubbed the "Oceans Protection Plan 2.0.

OTTAWA — Many First Nations are preparing to mark significant anniversaries of their treaty relationships with the Crown in coming years, but a government briefing document says Ottawa has no plan to commemorate the treaties.

VANCOUVER — The path for British Columbia to host another Winter Olympic Games remains uncertain as cities voice concern about its feasibility.

MONTREAL — A shortage of available judges has resulted in the cancellation of an entire week of provincial court hearings in Quebec's northern region of Nunavik.