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Steller sea lion pup in Vancouver aids research to rebuild species in Alaska

Steller sea lion pup in Vancouver aids research to rebuild species in Alaska

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Aquarium says one of its Steller sea lions has given birth to a healthy pup. A statement from the aquarium says the birth occurred recently and the male pup, named Natoa, and his first-time mom, Rogue, are doing well.
Plans underway to display giant painting of the Queen that hung in old Winnipeg Arena

Plans underway to display giant painting of the Queen that hung in old Winnipeg Arena

WINNIPEG — A massive painting of Queen Elizabeth II that was a fixture during National Hockey League games and rock concerts in Winnipeg for two decades may soon be on public display again.
Health Canada approves Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for kids six months to four years old

Health Canada approves Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for kids six months to four years old

OTTAWA — Health Canada approved Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine today for use in children between six months and four years old.
Former CTV anchor Lisa LaFlamme to cover Queen's death from London for CityNews

Former CTV anchor Lisa LaFlamme to cover Queen's death from London for CityNews

TORONTO — Rogers Sports and Media says former CTV national news anchor Lisa LaFlamme will cover the death of the Queen Elizabeth II as a special correspondent for CityNews.
Queen condolences, jobs numbers: In The News for Friday, Sept. 9, 2022

Queen condolences, jobs numbers: In The News for Friday, Sept. 9, 2022

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Friday, Sept. 9, 2022. What we are watching in Canada ...
The Latest: Canadians offer condolences to Queen Elizabeth II

The Latest: Canadians offer condolences to Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving British monarch and Canadian head of state, has died at age 96. The latest: 4 a.m.
A royal tour de force: Former CP London correspondent reflects on covering the Queen

A royal tour de force: Former CP London correspondent reflects on covering the Queen

Kevin Ward, who recently retired after 35 years at The Canadian Press, was the news agency's European correspondent, based in London from 2000 to 2004. During his time in England, he covered several milestones in the Queen's reign.
The Latest: Queen Elizabeth II, Canada's longest reigning monarch, dead at 96

The Latest: Queen Elizabeth II, Canada's longest reigning monarch, dead at 96

Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving British monarch and Canadian head of state, has died at age 96. The latest: 10 p.m. ET Elton John paid tribute to the Queen at his final Toronto show, calling her an "inspiring" presence in his life.
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon speaks of Queen's affection for her 'second home,' Canada

Gov. Gen. Mary Simon speaks of Queen's affection for her 'second home,' Canada

Gov. Gen. Mary Simon, the British monarch's representative in Canada, said in a televised statement Thursday evening that the late Queen was fond of Canada and considered this country to be her "second home.
'The end of an era': Canadians react to the death of Queen Elizabeth II

'The end of an era': Canadians react to the death of Queen Elizabeth II

When British Columbian Jason Dorey heard that Queen Elizabeth II had died, he was seized with an urge to share in his grief. So, the resident of Victoria headed to the B.C.