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UNESCO says industry, poor governance 'likely' endanger Canadian World Heritage site

UNESCO says industry, poor governance 'likely' endanger Canadian World Heritage site

Canada's largest national park is now so threatened by upstream development and divided governance that it likely meets the criteria to be placed on the list of World Heritage sites in danger.
CRA audits of ultra-wealthy Canadians yield zero prosecutions, convictions

CRA audits of ultra-wealthy Canadians yield zero prosecutions, convictions

OTTAWA — Data from the Canada Revenue Agency shows its recent efforts to combat tax evasion by the super-rich have resulted in zero prosecutions or convictions.
The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Tuesday, June 22, 2021

The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Tuesday, June 22, 2021

The latest numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Canada as of 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. Some provinces and territories do not report daily case numbers. There are 1,410,206 confirmed cases in Canada.
Single-game sports betting about to become legal after Senate passes bill

Single-game sports betting about to become legal after Senate passes bill

OTTAWA — Betting on single games of football, hockey and other sports is about to become legal in Canada, with provinces poised to pounce on the forthcoming federal law.
'Toxicity' and 'obstructionism': Trudeau tells Canadians Parliament is dysfunctional

'Toxicity' and 'obstructionism': Trudeau tells Canadians Parliament is dysfunctional

OTTAWA — The Liberals have accused Parliament of becoming toxic to their minority agenda while the Opposition Conservatives say Canada's institutions are broken under the Trudeau government — finger-pointing that fuels growing speculation voters may
Desmond inquiry: Lionel Desmond's case manager testifies about bureaucratic barriers

Desmond inquiry: Lionel Desmond's case manager testifies about bureaucratic barriers

PORT HAWKESBURY, N.S.
The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada for Tuesday, June 22, 2021

The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada for Tuesday, June 22, 2021

The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada (all times eastern): 8 p.m. Yukon is recording eight new COVID-19 cases. Chief medical health officer Dr.
Advisory body was 'very keen' to have Indigenous Supreme Court candidate: Campbell

Advisory body was 'very keen' to have Indigenous Supreme Court candidate: Campbell

OTTAWA — The head of an independent advisory board on Supreme Court appointments said the body was "very keen" to find an Indigenous candidate to fill the latest vacancy.
Trans Mountain tree cutting can resume as stop-work order on pipeline route lifts

Trans Mountain tree cutting can resume as stop-work order on pipeline route lifts

CALGARY — A federal regulator has lifted a stop-work order on tree cutting and grass mowing along the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project route.
Coal companies hope to move forward with mines in Alberta despite roadblocks

Coal companies hope to move forward with mines in Alberta despite roadblocks

Two coal companies planning to develop mines in Alberta's Rocky Mountains say they hope to move forward despite new regulatory and political roadblocks.