Murray Wood: Signs of spring appearing in Saskatchewan
Murray Wood says signs of spring were all over the place on the weekend, even though the forecast remains wintery for th...
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After years fighting them, Milley talks peace with Taliban
KABUL - In his three combat tours in Afghanistan, Gen. Mark Milley saw the Taliban as a formidable foe, one unlikely to "fade away in the dust," as he put it in 2013. This week, Milley, now chairman o...
Dec 17, 2020
Liberals striving for 'balance' on federal transparency, Trudeau says
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says while he is committed to transparency in the federal government, being too forthcoming can hinder the government's ability to wrestle with tough decisions. ...
Dec 17, 2020
As vulnerable youth face CERB clawbacks, Trudeau says Liberals looking over options
OTTAWA - Marie Christian recalls the confusion that reigned as the young people she works with tried to navigate government aid at the onset of the pandemic. The program director for Voices: Manitoba'...
Dec 17, 2020
B.C. forecasts $13.6 billion deficit; economy expected to grow 3 per cent next year
VICTORIA - British Columbia is showing signs of rebuilding its economy despite the ongoing and still uncertain impact of COVID-19, Finance Minister Selina Robinson says. Employment is steady after sha...
Dec 17, 2020
Advocates share fear of worsening overdose crisis in 2021, want national safe supply
VANCOUVER - With overdose deaths rising across Canada, advocates for drug users are calling for the implementation of a national safe supply program as part of an effort to save lives. Failing to do s...
Dec 17, 2020
No funds for provinces that don't agree to improve long-term care standards, PM hints
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is hinting that provinces that don't want to work with Ottawa to improve standards in long-term care homes won't get federal funding. In a year-end interview Wed...
Dec 16, 2020
Fighting systemic racism, extremism will be priority for next military chief: Trudeau
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says one of the top priorities for the next commander of the Canadian Armed Forces will be tackling systemic racism and rooting extremism from the ranks. The com...
Dec 16, 2020
The net-zero zone: A Canada without emissions requires massive effort
OTTAWA - Environment Minister Jonathan Wilkinson appears ready to deal with opposition parties to secure the votes he needs to get his net-zero legislation through Parliament next year. The proposed l...
Dec 16, 2020
Food insecurity during COVID-19 pandemic linked to poor mental health: StatCan
OTTAWA - Canadians who worried about having enough food during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic this spring were more likely to perceive their mental health as poor and report anxiety symptoms ...
Dec 16, 2020
Champagne keen to partner with new Biden administration on climate, COVID-19
OTTAWA - The incoming Biden administration in the United States will help stabilize the world order and give North America a good shot at beating COVID-19 and fighting climate change, says Foreign Aff...
Dec 16, 2020
OPINION
Sarah Mills: Cancelled ferries on west coast put the short Saskatchewan commutes into perspective
Using the ferry system is a great way to enjoy BC from the water, but Sarah Mills says recent issues have had a big impa...
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The Evan Bray Show - Tuesday, April 7
On Tuesday's show, Evan marks Green Shirt Day , talks youth crime and justice on the Round Table of Justice and anticipa...