Canada

Canada's first Inuk governor general, Mary Simon, sparks hope for new relationship

OTTAWA - First Nations, Inuit and Mtis leaders are applauding the appointment of Mary Simon as Canada's first Indigenous governor general, saying they are excited at the chance to build stronger bridg...

Jul 06, 2021

Multi-vehicle crash closes Highway 16 in Jasper National Park

JASPER - Mounties are busy investigating a serious multi-vehicle collision on Highway 16, located near the Jasper Airport within Jasper National Park.RCMP say an initial investigation has revealed tha...

Jul 06, 2021

'She knows where she comes from': Mary Simon seen as humble, professional leader

Growing up in northern Quebec, Mary Simon was taught by her grandmother to respect elders and to always be kind. Raised in a family of eight children - four brothers and four sisters - Simon experienc...

Greg Fry Jul 06, 2021

Mary Simon's appointment as Canada's next governor general sparks applause, criticism

OTTAWA - Federal politicians, Indigenous groups and others were quick to weigh in following Mary Simon's appointment as Canada's next governor general on Tuesday. Here is some of what they said: "This...

Jul 06, 2021

Kahnawake's first female, LGBTQ grand chief wants to focus on healing, unity

MONTREAL - The Kahnawake Mohawk community south of Montreal has a long tradition of female leadership but has never had a female grand chief - until now. Over the weekend, Kahsennenhawe Sky-Deer, 41, ...

Jul 06, 2021

Liberals maintain narrow lead over Tories among decided voters: Poll

OTTAWA - A new poll suggests Justin Trudeau's Liberal party has only a narrow lead over the Opposition Conservatives among decided voters. The online survey from Leger and the Association for Canadian...

Jul 06, 2021

Canadian killed in Miami building collapse, three more Canadians missing

The body of a Canadian has been found at the site of a collapsed condo in southern Florida. Global Affairs Canada said on Tuesday that the Canadian is among 32 dead in the collapse that occurred on Ju...

Jul 06, 2021

At least 1.3 million Canadians opted to mix COVID-19 vaccines by the end of June

OTTAWA - Health Canada says at least 1.3 million Canadians opted for a mixed-dose finish to their COVID-19 vaccination schedule in June. The weekly vaccination coverage report published Monday shows a...

Jul 06, 2021

The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada for Tuesday, July 6, 2021

The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada (all times eastern): 12:15 p.m. Manitoba enforcement officers issued 58 warnings and 24 tickets last week for suspected infractions of COVID-19 publi...

Jul 06, 2021

Head of MADD Canada calls on Nova Scotia premier to take action against drunk driving

HALIFAX - The head of Mothers Against Drunk Driving Canada says Nova Scotia Premier Iain Rankin's apology Monday for an impaired driving conviction in 2003 must be followed up with action on the issue...

Jul 06, 2021