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Questions loom after CF Montreal crashes out of MLS playoff race
MONTREAL - CF Montreal missed out on the playoffs this Major League Soccer season by the slimmest of margins. A 1-0 New York win over Charlotte on Saturday, cemented by a 94th-minute penalty from John...
Oct 25, 2023
Montreal to ban most natural gas heating, cooking in new buildings
Montreal will ban gas-powered systems in new construction starting next fall, with some notable exceptions. The new regulation, adopted by the city's executive committee this morning, will apply to ne...
Oct 25, 2023
Rugby referees have plenty to say during games — and everyone can listen
After a flare-up at an English club rugby game between London Irish and the Worcester Warriors, referee Wayne Barnes called the offending players over and calmly read them the riot act. "I understand ...
Oct 25, 2023
'Humanitarian pauses' in Israel-Hamas war don't prevent advocacy on hostages: Gould
OTTAWA - Government House leader Karina Gould says there doesn't need to be a choice between calling for the release of hostages held by Hamas and advocating for "humanitarian pauses" in its war with ...
Oct 25, 2023
Affordability, home ownership likely in the cards for throne speech
On Wednesday afternoon, the Saskatchewan Party government will lay out its priorities in what will likely be the last Speech from the Throne before next fall's expected provincial election.Now that th...
Oct 25, 2023
Running back Oliveira gets nod as Bombers nominee for CFL outstanding player
TORONTO - Zach Collaros won't be in the running for a third straight CFL outstanding player award. The Winnipeg quarterback has won the honour the last two years. But Canadian running back Brady Olive...
Oct 25, 2023
Celebrating 100 Years in Nipawin
The 100th Anniversary Gala of the Nipawin & District Chamber of Commerce is on Friday, November 17, 2023, at the The Evergreen Centre - Leisure Services!! Join us for our Black-tie event. Dress-up...
Oct 25, 2023
Stampeders look to become first CFL franchise to hit 700 all-time win
It won't affect the West Division standings but the Calgary Stampeders' regular-season finale is significant for the franchise. Calgary (6-11) hosts the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (13-4) on Friday night wi...
Oct 25, 2023
NHL notebook: Past champions talk Stanley Cup hangovers
Jack Eichel had a plan this summer. The idea was simple - a little less would have to do. After helping the Vegas Golden Knights capture their first Stanley Cup on June 13, Eichel and his teammates ha...
Oct 25, 2023
Bank of Canada holds key interest rate at 5%, keeps door open to more rate hikes
The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate steady at five per cent, but hasn't ruled out future rate hikes as price pressures remain high. "With clearer signs that monetary policy is moderating spe...
Oct 25, 2023