Marc Garneau, first Canadian in space, remembered for aspirations he held for his country / Globe and Mail / Canada
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 8:21 pm more...
Canadian media outlets honor the legacy of Marc Garneau, the nation’s first astronaut, reflecting on his pioneering journey into space and his dedicated public service. The tributes emphasize his trailblazing achievements and the deep national pride he continues to inspire, serving as a reminder of his formidable impact on Canada's scientific and public life.
Bluesky: @theglobeandmail.com
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RCMP take steps to combat thieves targeting Alberta’s evacuated communities / Global
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 7:21 pm more...
Amid Alberta’s wildfire-induced evacuations, the RCMP is employing drone surveillance to deter and capture thieves preying on abandoned communities. The enhanced security measures highlight the force’s no-nonsense approach to protecting vulnerable evacuees in the midst of natural disaster turmoil.
Bluesky: @winnipegfreepress.com
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MANDEL: Brampton man tried fentanyl, then a hitman to kill girlfriend / Toronto Sun
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 6:21 pm more...
A 33‐year‐old Brampton man, accused of orchestrating a hitman plot and multiple attempted murder charges in connection with an intimate partner violence case, has been sentenced to 16 years. Earlier reports detailed police efforts to locate him amid a string of serious charges.
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Boy, 16, accused of robbing Grimsby jewelry store / Toronto Sun
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 5:21 pm more...
Authorities have charged a 16‐year‐old suspected of robbing a jewelry store in Grimsby. The investigation continues amid heightened community concern, as police work to piece together the events surrounding the incident. The teen now faces multiple charges, and further details are awaited.
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Vancouver General Hospital receives $60-million donation to fund cardiovascular institute / Globe and Mail / Canada
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 4:21 pm more...
Vancouver General Hospital has scored a record $60 million donation to launch its state-of-the-art cardiovascular institute. The landmark contribution, the largest in the hospital foundation’s history, promises to boost research and treatment capabilities, leaving both donors and administrators marveling at the generosity on display.
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Man with al-Qaida links charged with threatening attack in Montreal / City News / Toronto
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 3:21 pm more...
Montreal authorities have charged a man previously convicted of supporting al-Qaida after he allegedly threatened an attack in the city. Officials stress that while his past is checkered, the current charges are based solely on recent provocative actions, leaving the public both alert and, perhaps, unnerved.
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B.C. wildfire crews defend homes in Kelly Lake as Kiskatinaw River fire approaches / Global
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 3:21 pm more...
In a dramatic showdown at Kelly Lake, fire crews are defending homes as a rapidly growing blaze, driven by gusty winds, threatens nearby communities. Officials are closely monitoring the situation while residents brace for further chaos—a fiery spectacle nobody really wished for this summer.
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Boy, 6, seriously injured in 10th floor fall from west end apartment building / City News / Toronto
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 3:21 pm more...
Toronto police report that a six-year-old boy sustained serious injuries after falling from the 10th floor of a west-end apartment building. The harrowing incident has sparked questions about building safety and supervision, leaving neighbors both shocked and, with a touch of wry disbelief, scratching their heads.
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Loblaw removes Folgers coffee from stores over ‘unjustified’ price hikes / Global
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 2:22 pm more...
Loblaw has taken the bold step of removing Folgers products from its shelves after failed negotiations over steep, ‘unjustified’ price hikes. The decision, aimed at safeguarding consumer interests and market fairness, leaves many shoppers without their steady coffee fix and highlights growing tensions in product pricing.
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‘Lost Canadians’ bill tabled after judge sets November deadline for passage / City News / Toronto
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 12:25 pm more...
Ottawa’s Immigration Minister Lena Diab has tabled legislation aimed at restoring citizenship to so‐called “lost Canadians” after a court ruling set a November deadline. The new bill is intended to remedy bureaucratic oversights that stripped citizenship from longstanding residents, stirring both legal debate and political irony.
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