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No 'traitors' in parliament on foreign interference, report says
Foreign interference did not affect the last two federal elections. The final report of a public inquiry makes 50 recommendations after hearing from over 100 witnesses. Commissioner Marie-Jose Hogue s...
Kevin Northup Jan 28, 2025
Navy reveals identity of sailor who died in Halifax
The Navy has now identified the sailor who died in Halifax waters on Friday. On Friday night, two sailors were in a small boat in the Bedford Basin when their vessel overturned and sank. A small boat ...
Jacob Moore Jan 28, 2025
Free tax clinic program seeks volunteers, host organizations
You can volunteer to help Canadians with a modest income and a simple tax situation complete their tax returns for free. The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program was launched by the Canada Revenue A...
Brad Perry Jan 27, 2025
Two major takeaways from Pierre Poilievre interview
Our newsroom spoke to Pierre Poilievre, leader of the Conservative Party, on Friday after he did a campaign-style tour of a Halifax brewery. Here's two major takeaways from that interview: Cancelled E...
Jacob Moore Jan 27, 2025
Liberal leader candidate calls for four debates before vote
January 27 is the cutoff date to become a Registered Liberal, to be eligible to vote for the next leader. Candidate Chrystia Freeland is calling for four debates before the leader is officially chosen...
News Jan 27, 2025
Dignitaries express sadness over loss of Navy sailor
Condolences continue to pour in after the tragic death of a Royal Canadian Navy sailor. On Friday night, two sailors were participating in small boat operations in Bedford Basin, Halifax, Nova Scotia,...
Tara Clow Jan 26, 2025
Navy sailor dies in Bedford Basin
Tragedy in the Bedford Basin in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The Royal Canadian Navy says it happened during small boat operations on Friday. Two sailors were operating a rigid-hull inflatable boat that over...
Tara Clow Jan 25, 2025
Trump says U.S. does not need Canada's oil, lumber and cars
More strong words about Canada from Donald Trump. The U.S. President spoke of his need for new trade tariffs while speaking to delegates attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He ar...
Randy Thoms Jan 23, 2025
RCMP contract two Blackhawk helicopters to bolster border security
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has expanded its border patrol capabilities by chartering two Black Hawk helicopters, operational since January 17, 2025. The aircraft are focused on detecting...
Evan Taylor Jan 23, 2025
Deadline looms for Liberal leadership candidates
Time is counting down for Liberal leadership candidates to come forward. The deadline is January 23rd, and contestants must raise a $350,000 entrance fee. The party will choose Prime Minister Justin T...
Kelli Rickard Jan 22, 2025





