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Cabinet ministers say take Trump threats seriously, but don't overreact

Cabinet ministers say take Trump threats seriously, but don't overreact

OTTAWA — Canada should not overreact to U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's comments about annexing Canada, but should still take them seriously, several federal cabinet ministers said Wednesday.
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YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka celebrates past year's 'incredible strides'

YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka celebrates past year's 'incredible strides'

Organization raised $3.7M, assisted 18,443 newcomers in 2023-24
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Tech stocks help lift S&P/TSX composite, U.S. stock markets mixed

Tech stocks help lift S&P/TSX composite, U.S. stock markets mixed

TORONTO — Strength in technology stocks helped lift Canada's main stock index on Wednesday, while U.S. stock markets were mixed. The S&P/TSX composite index closed up 121.79 points at 25,051.68.
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Gunshots heard in the capital of Chad near the presidential compound

Gunshots heard in the capital of Chad near the presidential compound

N’DJAMENA, Chad (AP) — Multiple gunshots were heard near the presidential palace in the capital of the African nation of Chad on Wednesday evening, residents said, while one government minister reported that the situation was under control.
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Convicted Quebec murderer in men’s institution as request for women’s prison studied

Convicted Quebec murderer in men’s institution as request for women’s prison studied

MONTREAL — A Quebecer found guilty of murdering a woman and their two children is being held in a men’s federal institution while authorities assess the convict's request to be housed in a women’s prison. Mohamad Al Ballouz was sentenced Dec.
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Stock market today: Wall Street holds steadier after Tuesday's slide

Stock market today: Wall Street holds steadier after Tuesday's slide

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes ended mixed after drifting between small losses and gains.
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Wildfires burn out of control across Los Angeles area and kill 2 as thousands flee homes

Wildfires burn out of control across Los Angeles area and kill 2 as thousands flee homes

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Massive wildfires roaring through the Los Angeles area left neighborhoods in ruins Wednesday, killing at least two people and threatening landmarks made famous by Hollywood as desperate residents escaped through flames, hurricane-f
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Adviser says Quebec-N.L. energy deal is 'very good,' as Opposition vows not to vote

Adviser says Quebec-N.L. energy deal is 'very good,' as Opposition vows not to vote

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — Newfoundland and Labrador's Opposition Progressive Conservatives vowed Wednesday that they will not vote on a draft energy deal with Quebec's hydro utility until it is scrutinized by independent experts.
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RICHARDSON, David

RICHARDSON, David

Sept 24 1944- In the early hours of January 4th, David left us peacefully at the Blanche River Health – Kirkland Lake Site, at the age of 80. David was the son of Fred and Dora, brother of Fred Jr.
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'On the frontline': Quebec planes and B.C. firm's helicopters battle L.A. wildfires

'On the frontline': Quebec planes and B.C. firm's helicopters battle L.A. wildfires

MONTREAL — Firefighting aircraft provided by the Quebec government and a B.C.-based company are helping to battle the massive wildfires tearing through the Los Angeles area.
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