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All options but separation on the table to expand autonomy: Saskatchewan premier
REGINA - Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says all options are on the table when it comes to expanding his province's autonomy, except for separation. Moe says it's still early going and he will be cons...
Nov 15, 2019

Rio Tinto to exercise all options on Fort à la Corne exploration
Star Diamond Corporation says a decision by Rio Tinto Exploration Canada (RTEC) to exercise its further three options on exploring the Fort la Corne site east of Prince Albert is a very positive sign....
Nov 15, 2019 Rio Tinto’s huge Trench Cutting Sampling Rig during drilling earlier this year. (submitted photo/Rio Tinto)

Toronto FC players, front office cite plenty to be proud of despite MLS Cup loss
TORONTO - While the MLS Cup final loss in Seattle still stings, Toronto FC players and staff spoke confidently Wednesday about the club's place in Major League Soccer and the prospects of go...
Nov 15, 2019

Don Cherry's dismissal from Sportsnet a hot topic among Hockey Hall of Famers
TORONTO - Hayley Wickenheiser says she appreciates what Don Cherry has done for the game of hockey. She says she also often disagreed with what the colourful hockey commentator had to say. The controv...
Nov 15, 2019

Capital budget discussion in Melfort focuses on water mains
The City of Melfort is hoping that federal and provincial infrastructure grants will help them in their quest to replace outdated water lines.Council held their first 2020 capital budget meeting Frida...
Nov 15, 2019 (File photo/northeastNOW Staff)

B.C. wildlife experts urge hunters to switch ammo to stop lead poisoning in birds
VANCOUVER - Hunting season in British Columbia is having unintended toxic consequences for birds of prey and two local raptor experts say it's time to get the lead out of ammunition to ...
Nov 15, 2019

Canada's Salvation Army testing out quicker tap-and-go option at kettle stations
TORONTO - Canada's Salvation Army is testing out a new and faster way to allow cashless donations to its kettle stations via debit and credit card, making the process as quick and easy ...
Nov 15, 2019

Toronto FC deal Canadian Jay Chapman to Inter Miami for general allocation money
Toronto FC have sent Canadian midfielder Jay Chapman to expansion Inter Miami FC for US$100,000 in general allocation money. The 25-year-old Chapman signed as a homegrown player in January 2015 a...
Nov 15, 2019

AP source: Pirates agree to hire Ben Cherington as GM
PITTSBURGH - The Pirates have agreed to hire Ben Cherington as their general manager, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymit...
Nov 15, 2019

Saskatchewan resident concerned over game refund changes
One Saskatchewan hunter has expressed his concern over the Ministry of Environment's changes to their refund policy. Hunters are now unable to receive any financial or replacement tag refunding for an...
Nov 15, 2019 Lyndon Maurer and family with a moose harvested this fall during muzzle-loader season. (submitted photo/ Lyndon Maurer)