New Green Party leader Annamie Paul says her victory is a sure sign that the Canadian political scene is becoming more inclusive. Paul became the first black person to lead a major political party on Saturday after she beat seven… »
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Canadian headlines
Immigration & Refugees, Politics, Society
Canada reinstates controversial family reunification lottery on Oct. 13
New Canadians and permanent residents who want to bring in their parents and grandparents to Canada will have to once again try their luck with a lottery system, says Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino. After several months of hiatus, the federal… »
Prevent cancers caused by HPV, urge doctors
It’s estimated that three out of every four sexually active Canadians will contract Human Papillomavirus (HPV) at some point in their lives and that puts them at risk for genital warts and as well as several types of cancer. HPV… »
Many Canadians modify Thanksgiving, Halloween plans
October will likely be very disappointing for many Canadians who, according to a recent survey, are modifying their event plans due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanksgiving is on October 12 this year and normally is an important time for family… »
Economy, International, Society
Super rare huge Canadian diamond sells for record online price
A ‘flawless’ white diamond, the size of a small egg, was sold yesterday at a Hong Kong auction for an online record for the equivalent of C$ 20.9 million (USD $15.7). The 103.9 carat diamond was cut from a large… »
Deciding who gets COVID-19 vaccine will be complex
It may seem obvious that when a vaccine for COVID-19 is finally available, front-line health workers should be first in line to get it. But who should get it next will be difficult to decide. Not all vaccines work well… »
Health, Internet, Science & Technology
Canadian scientists seek to improve organ, vaccine transport
It is of critical importance to keep vaccines and organs for transplant at the correct temperature while they are being transported. For example vaccines such as those currently being developed for COVID-19 must not freeze and after delivery it is… »
Canadian companies urged to provide mental health support to employees
Nearly 60 per cent of Canadians say their mental health has been negatively affected by COVID-19, according to a recent poll. A survey by the Sun Life insurance and financial services company suggests 45 per cent of all Canadians feel… »
International, Politics, Society
Orphaned Canadian girl held in Syrian camp is on her way home, says minister
A five-year-old orphaned Canadian girl is on her way to Canada to be reunited with her extended family after spending nearly two years in a crowded refugee camp in northeastern Syria, Foreign Affairs Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne announced Monday. “I am… »
Asbestos: town to try again for new name to distance itself from its past
The Quebec town was once one of the world’s largest exporters of the mineral asbestos. Unfortunately the mineral became known as a health hazard and its use if not banned outright is strictly controlled. The giant mines in and around… »
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