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International fugitive returned to B.C. after being arrested in Middle East

International fugitive returned to B.C. after being arrested in Middle East

An international fugitive and one of Canada's most wanted is back behind bars following a Vancouver Police Department investigation that lasted three years, spanned 14 countries and ended in the Middle East.
Here's what the Liberals promised for health care. But can they deliver?

Here's what the Liberals promised for health care. But can they deliver?

TORONTO — Until U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and threats to Canadian sovereignty came along, many thought health care would be a key issue in the federal election.
Marie-Claude Nichols returns to Quebec Liberals, supports Pablo Rodriguez for leader

Marie-Claude Nichols returns to Quebec Liberals, supports Pablo Rodriguez for leader

MONTREAL — A Quebec legislature member who was kicked out of the Liberal caucus in 2022 has returned to the party and is supporting Pablo Rodriguez in the leadership race.
CRA won't renew contracts for more than 1,000 term workers, union says

CRA won't renew contracts for more than 1,000 term workers, union says

OTTAWA — The Canada Revenue Agency won't renew contracts for more than 1,000 term workers across the country later this month, says the union representing them.
Montreal men plead guilty after keeping woman's body on couch for six months

Montreal men plead guilty after keeping woman's body on couch for six months

MONTREAL — Two Montreal men have pleaded guilty to committing an indignity to a body, after admitting they left the remains of an Indigenous woman on the couch in their home for six months.
In the news today: Carney to hold first press conference since election

In the news today: Carney to hold first press conference since election

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed...
Wildfire prompts evacuations in Fort St. John, B.C., city says

Wildfire prompts evacuations in Fort St. John, B.C., city says

Firefighters from Fort St. John, B.C., and the provincial wildfire service were battling a blaze that prompted evacuations late Thursday, the city said. A bulletin on the city's website posted at 6:04 p.m.
Vancouver festival attack suspect to appear in court on Friday

Vancouver festival attack suspect to appear in court on Friday

VANCOUVER — The suspect in the street festival attack that killed 11 people in Vancouver will appear in provincial court in the city on Friday, just hours before a memorial mass to pray for the victims of the tragedy.
Canadian automobile parts won't be hit with Trump's tariffs

Canadian automobile parts won't be hit with Trump's tariffs

WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection guidance released on Thursday said automobile parts compliant with the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement on trade will not be hit with President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Alberta Premier Smith punts suggestions she's stoking separatism talk

Alberta Premier Smith punts suggestions she's stoking separatism talk

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is deflecting accusations that she's stoking the fires of separatism, despite her government moving to lower the bar for holding a referendum.
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