United Nations food envoy blasts inequality, poverty in Canada

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Canada axes foreign studies program despite being told of economic spinoffs

Foreign Affairs is axing a $5-million program that funds Canadian studies abroad even though the department was told two years ago the program generates $70-million a year for the countrys economy.

Globe and Mail 2 hours ago

Garage sale sellers responsible for product safety, Health Canada says

Garage sales now face the same responsibilities as legitimate retailers when it comes to screening for banned or unsafe products, Health Canada reminded Canadians in a Tuesday advisory. “Everyone holding a garage sale in Canada is legally responsible for ensuring that products sold or even given..

National Post 2 hours ago

Delayed Air Canada flight gets a dose of Klezmer

Passengers aboard a delayed Air Canada flight got a welcome surprise when a travelling Balkan Klezmer band broke out their instruments and treated them to a four-song set.

CBC.ca 6 hours ago

Oil a net benefit to Canada, studies suggest

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Blue Jays’ Brett Lawrie suspended four games for tirade

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French President François Hollande names allies, moderates to cabinet

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