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The federal budget promises $11.2 billion over four years toward ending homelessness within 10 years, starting in Winnipeg, where about 2,000 people are unhoused.
Three ships landed 550 to 600 Jamaican Maroons in Halifax in July 1796. They shaped the Citadel and Government House, petitioned to leave, and sailed in 1800.
Thirteen gifts on Amazon.ca that give children more practice talking, performing and making friends, from story dice to co-operative games.
Beckett Sennecke and Pavel Mintyukov scored twice each as Anaheim held off a late Edmonton rally for a 5-4 win at Rogers Place on Thursday night.
The federal budget commits $32 billion over 10 years to First Nations infrastructure, while the AFN says more is needed and Métis leaders note no dedicated funding.
Health Canada has authorized Moderna’s mRNA flu vaccine and a flu-COVID combination shot, but neither will reach pharmacies in time for this respiratory season.
Elections Alberta told a legislature committee the Oct. 19 separation referendum cost $84 million, more than double the 2023 election, and won $59 million more.
Five smartwatches sold by Amazon.ca, from a $109.99 CMF Watch 3 Pro to the $589.99 Google Pixel Watch 5, with prices checked Nov. 5, 2026.
Six carbon monoxide and combination smoke alarms from Amazon.ca listings, with prices, ratings and what each type is for, as the heating season starts.
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The federal budget promises $11.2 billion over four years toward ending homelessness within 10 years, starting in Winnipeg, where about 2,000 people are unhoused.
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