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'Anything is possible': Gen. Jennie Carignan takes over command of Armed Forces

'Anything is possible': Gen. Jennie Carignan takes over command of Armed Forces

OTTAWA — Gen. Jennie Carignan was a little emotional on Thursday as she spoke to reporters about what it means to take over command of the 91Ô­´´ Armed Forces.
Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan steps down from cabinet, successor to be named Friday

Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan steps down from cabinet, successor to be named Friday

OTTAWA — Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan is stepping down from cabinet and will not be seeking re-election in the next federal contest, he announced on Thursday.
Quebec court rules against Concordia University's attempt to pause tuition hike

Quebec court rules against Concordia University's attempt to pause tuition hike

MONTREAL — A Quebec Superior Court judge has denied Concordia University’s request to delay a controversial tuition hike for out-of-province and international students.
'Major damage': Vandalism at federal immigration minister's office in Montreal

'Major damage': Vandalism at federal immigration minister's office in Montreal

MONTREAL — An investigation is underway after the Montreal constituency office of federal Immigration Minister Marc Miller was vandalized overnight, police said Thursday. Outside, windows were smashed and walls were defaced with paint and graffiti.
Appeal denied: Frank Zampino, ex-aide at Montreal City Hall, to face corruption trial

Appeal denied: Frank Zampino, ex-aide at Montreal City Hall, to face corruption trial

MONTREAL — The Supreme Court of Canada has refused to hear an appeal by a former chair of Montreal city council's executive committee, who wanted to avoid facing trial on corruption charges.
Years after Insite ruling, drug policy landscape is still being shaped in B.C.

Years after Insite ruling, drug policy landscape is still being shaped in B.C.

VANCOUVER — In 2021, the 91Ô­´´-based Drug User Liberation Front approached Health Canada with a proposal.
In the news today: Two dead after Listeria outbreak, new defence chief takes command

In the news today: Two dead after Listeria outbreak, new defence chief takes command

Here is a roundup of stories from The 91Ô­´´ Press designed to bring you up to speed...
Two deaths in listeriosis outbreak linked to plant-based milk recall

Two deaths in listeriosis outbreak linked to plant-based milk recall

OTTAWA — Two people have died after an outbreak of listeriosis triggered a national recall of certain plant-based milks, the Public Health Agency of Canada said Wednesday.
Former safety minister wants 'protective zones' for MPs' offices as threats increase

Former safety minister wants 'protective zones' for MPs' offices as threats increase

Under the proposal from former public safety minister Marco Mendicino , anyone who intimidated or otherwise harassed people within a buffer zone of 50 to 100 metres would be subject to harsher criminal penalties, including jail time.
Republican National Convention focuses on foreign policy

Republican National Convention focuses on foreign policy

MILWAUKEE — Republicans criticized U.S. President Joe Biden's record on foreign policy at the national convention in Milwaukee, as many party faithful called for America to step back from its contributions to the world.