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OTTAWA — The Canadian government has announced support for the country's agriculture sector as it deals with tariffs imposed by China.

ST. JOHN'S — More than half of Canada's provincial and territorial governments buy critical internet and emergency communications services from Starlink — a satellite constellation owned by billionaire Elon Musk.

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed...

OTTAWA — Canada's 45th general election got underway Sunday, with the leaders vying to become Canada's next prime minister each positioning themselves as best to strengthen Canada's economy and stand up to U.S. President Donald Trump.

WHITEHORSE — The federal government says it has committed more than $56 million toward the construction of a new convention centre in the Yukon capital of Whitehorse.

VANCOUVER — Researcher Benjamin Leung carries a naloxone kit in his backpack in case of encountering an opioid overdose — but he admits that's about as practical as carrying a fire extinguisher in case of fire.

OTTAWA — When the federal election campaign kicks off Sunday, Mark Carney will be seeking a seat as a Liberal MP in the House of Commons to represent the Ottawa riding of Nepean.

A British Columbia judge has annulled the marriage of a woman to a fellow member of an India-based "cult group," saying she didn't "truly consent" to the 2023 wedding.

OTTAWA — Canadians are now facing updated travel advisories to the world's two largest economies, after Ottawa warned travellers who stay in the United States for more than 30 days to make sure they register as required.

MONTREAL — Ottawa says it will continue to fund Jordan’s Principle to support First Nations children through 2026 as some First Nations chiefs decry what they call cutbacks in services.