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Leadership rivals shouldn't be calling each other 'not Conservative,' says Bergen

Leadership rivals shouldn't be calling each other 'not Conservative,' says Bergen

OTTAWA — Conservative interim leader Candice Bergen says leadership contenders should avoid calling those they disagree with on policy "not Conservative.
Mosquito net with new insecticide reduces malaria cases in Africa: study

Mosquito net with new insecticide reduces malaria cases in Africa: study

MONTREAL — A mosquito net coated with a new insecticide that makes the insects unable to move or fly has reduced cases of malaria in children by about 40 per cent, according to a new study conducted in Tanzania involving Canadian researchers.
Two of Alberta premier's caucus members urge him to quit to renew party

Two of Alberta premier's caucus members urge him to quit to renew party

EDMONTON — Two of Alberta Premier Jason Kenney’s backbenchers say it's time for him to resign after last-minute changes to a party review of his leadership next month.
Canada to hike oil, gas output by 300,000 barrels a day to help displace Russian fuel

Canada to hike oil, gas output by 300,000 barrels a day to help displace Russian fuel

OTTAWA — Canada's oil and gas producers can hike output by the equivalent of 300,000 barrels a day by the end of the year to help displace Russian fossil fuels, Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson said Thursday.
Jagmeet Singh expects federal dental plan to remain faithful to NDP campaign promise

Jagmeet Singh expects federal dental plan to remain faithful to NDP campaign promise

OTTAWA — NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says he expects the federal government's new dental plan will reflect his party's original vision for oral health care in Canada.
Convoy protest was a national security threat, Ontario police boss says

Convoy protest was a national security threat, Ontario police boss says

OTTAWA — Ontario Provincial Police Commissioner Thomas Carrique said national security threat was identified as part of the so-called freedom convoy in Ottawa.
Feds table bill to protect the number of Quebec seats

Feds table bill to protect the number of Quebec seats

OTTAWA — The federal government has tabled legislation to ensure Quebec does not lose a seat when Canada's electoral map is redrawn.
Quebec Premier François Legault tests positive for COVID-19, says he's feeling good

Quebec Premier François Legault tests positive for COVID-19, says he's feeling good

Quebec Premier François Legault says he has tested positive for COVID-19. Legault announced on social media he started to feel symptoms this afternoon and tested positive later in the day.
Canada under the gun as NATO allies to present defence spending plans by June

Canada under the gun as NATO allies to present defence spending plans by June

BRUSSELS — Pressure from Canada's allies to boost the country's defence budget marked the end of an extraordinary summit on the war in Ukraine, as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised anew to increase military spending but with only vague suggestio
Beef emerging as sticking point in free trade talks between Canada and Britain

Beef emerging as sticking point in free trade talks between Canada and Britain

OTTAWA — A potential clash over hormone-treated Canadian beef is emerging as a sticking point as free trade talks between Canada and Britain formally begin. In an interview with The Canadian Press, U.K.
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