Air Canada headed closer to another possible labour disruption Thursday after its pilots began a strike vote in response to what they said was a “rigid” company position that appeared aimed at escalating their contract dispute.
Manulife CFO leaves; company loses $69M in Q4
Manulife Financial Corp. booked a loss of $69 million in the fourth quarter as it took a charge of $665 million related to low interest rates.
Internet providers not subject to Broadcasting Act
Retail internet service providers, such as Rogers and Bell, that provide end users with access to broadcasting over the internet are not subject to the Broadcasting Act because they have no control over the programming transmitted, the Supreme Court of Canada rules.
Kodak closing camera division
Kodak says it will leave the industry that it created by closing its camera division as it attempts to rebuild under bankruptcy protection.
SNC-Lavalin drops 2 executives tied to Gadhafi family
Canadian engineering firm SNC-Lavalin said two executives have hastily left the company amid reports of turmoil over the firm’s involvement with Cyndy Vanier, a hired consultant now facing serious charges in Mexico.
TransCanada cleared of Keystone conflict by U.S. audit
The U.S. inspector general has cleared TransCanada of undue influence in a State Department review of the Keystone XL pipeline, but faults the department for the way it handled some aspects of the review.
Income inequality overstated, study says
The concern over income inequality in Canada doesn’t take taxation and redistribution into account according to a study released thursday by the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy.
BCE earnings rise 53% on smartphones, media properties
BCE Inc. says profits were up nearly 53 per cent in the fourth quarter as it benefited from an increase in smartphone sales and its acquisition of national television broadcaster CTV.
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3 killed, 2 injured in shooting in northwestern Greenland
Danish police in Greenland say three people have been killed and two seriously injured in a shooting incident.
King salmon numbers could recover in Yukon
In Alaska, people who keep a close eye on fisheries think there’s good news for future king salmon runs on the Yukon River.
RCMP seize drugs from Yellowknife home
Police say they found approximately 17.5 kilograms of marijuana, two kilograms of cocaine and 500 grams of crack cocaine at a Yellowknife residence last month.
Man found dead in Fort Smith identified
A family member has confirmed the man found dead near the Fort Smith arena Tuesday was 52-year-old Raymond Beaulieu.
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VANCOUVER The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, and Wai Young, Member of Parliament for Vancouver South, today announced that the Government of Canada is continuing its commitment to limit air emissions from the Canadian transportation sector.
Government of Canada responds to United States Federal Maritime Commission inquiry – Transport Canada
OTTAWA The Government of Canada today welcomed the opportunity to respond officially to the United States (U.S.) Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Notice of Inquiry, Docket 11-19. Canada presented a fact-based submission underscoring the importance to both countries of the integrated North American economy and the strong Canada-U.S. trade relationship.
Minister Lebel issues statement on the passing of Cliff Mackay – Transport Canada
OTTAWA On behalf of the Government of Canada, I would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Cliff Mackay, in Napanee on January 26, 2012, and offer our sincere condolences to his family.
Winnipeg – Harper government announces faster, more convenient air travel to the United States for passengers and their baggage – Transport Canada
WINNIPEG Following the Beyond the Border announcement made by Prime Minister Stephen Harper and U.S. President Barack Obama earlier this month, the Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport), announced today that travelling to the United States (U.S.) by air will be easier for Canadian travellers.
PM announces job-creating investments in the Port of Saguenay – Transport Canada
Harper government continues focus on jobs and growth – Transport Canada
CALGARY The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, today is meeting with business leaders in Calgary, following successful similar meetings in Montreal and Vancouver earlier in the week.
Roberts Bank Rail Corridor upgrades benefit communities, boost Asia-Pacific trade – Transport Canada
TSAWWASSEN, BRITISH COLUMBIA Local commuters, farmers and truckers now have a safer, more reliable route to cross Deltaport Way at 41B Street without being delayed by long trains and truck traffic, thanks to a newly completed overpass.
Progress on Evergreen Line construction, first contracts awarded – Transport Canada
PORT MOODY, B.C. The Evergreen Line is taking a major step forward with pre-construction beginning and shovels hitting the ground in the next couple of weeks, bringing new jobs and improved transit options for residents of Metro Vancouver.
The governments of Canada and New Brunswick mark the reopening of runway 15-33 at the Fredericton International Airport – Transport Canada
FREDERICTON The Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister for the Atlantic Gateway, and the Honourable Craig Leonard, Minister of Energy for New Brunswick, today marked the reopening of runway 15-33 at the Fredericton International Airport. The runway was closed for several months because of rehabilitation work that was funded jointly by the Government of Canada, the Government of New Brunswick and the Fredericton International Airport Authority (FIAA).
All systems go: Santa passes tests with flying colours – Transport Canada
OTTAWA Transport Canada is pleased to announce that Santa has passed all his required pre-flight tests and is ready to make his deliveries again this year. Despite a flurry of last-minute activity to make sure all of his seriously fun cargo (SFC) was safely and securely loaded onto his sleigh, Santa Claus and his reindeer are expected to leave the North Pole on time and with all toys on board.
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Calgary-based Imperial Oil Ltd. says it will go ahead with a $2-billion expansion of Cold Lake oilsands operation in northeastern Alberta.
Sittler applauds Gagner’s 8-point night
Hockey Hall of Famer Darryl Sittler was happy for Sam Gagner after the Edmonton Oiler’s offensive explosion on Thursday, and he doesn’t rule someone one day matching his longstanding record of 10 points in one game.
Alberta, Canada launch joint oilsands monitoring system
Monthly water testing is part of a new $50 million ‘world class’ federal-provincial environmental monitoring plan for the Alberta oilsands.
Downtown safety forum at CBC Edmonton
CBC Edmonton hosted an hour-long public forum Friday looking at the issue of safety in downtown Edmonton.
Gagner’s big night inspired by the ‘Great One’
Sam Gagner joined Gord Stellick and Tim Wharnsby on Hockey Night in Canada Radio to talk about his spectacular eight-point performance against the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night .
St. Albert teens robbed at gunpoint
Six teens in St. Albert were robbed Tuesday at gunpoint, say RCMP.
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Prime Minister Stephen Harper says he doesn’t think much of a new border tax that’s being proposed by the United States, calling it a cash grab designed to help a budget crisis.
Bell class action suit approved by Que. court
A Quebec Superior Court judge has authorized a class action lawsuit to go ahead against Bell Mobility.
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A 59-year-old woman was found face down in the snow with severe frostbite early Wednesday morning.
RCMP warn of deadly ecstasy pills
RCMP say a form of ecstasy laced with PMMA is responsible for six deaths in Alberta in the last month, and 18 deaths in B.C. in the last six months.
Iqaluit bed bug problem began months ago, says government
The Government of Nunavut has confirmed that bed bug problems in Iqaluit began more than a year ago.
Four N.W.T. election candidates face fines
Elections NWT has fined four candidates from the Northwest Territories election last fall $250 for not filing the financial reports for their campaigns.
WestJet to offer service to Whitehorse
WestJet airlines announced its plans Monday to break into the Whitehorse market this spring with a $99 flight to Vancouver.
Nunavut hires more government liaison officers
The Government of Nunavut has hired eight new community liaison officers to be the first point of contact for government programs and services.
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Iqaluit residents had trouble making long-distance phone calls for a couple of hours Tuesday afternoon. Northwestel said it overpowered its satellite, which caused some service problems.
Watson Lake helps choose its new RCMP commander
For the first time, residents in Watson Lake, Yukon, had a say in choosing the community’s new RCMP detachment commander.
Iqaluit students get world-class music lessons
The National Arts Centre is putting on a special three-day music program in Iqaluit this week. The program is called ‘Music Alive’, and its goal is to help enhance music education in remote communities.
U.S. group wants trade ban on Canada for polar bear hunt
A U.S. conservation group is calling for trade sanctions against Canada because of an increase in polar bear quotas in the Western Hudson Bay region.
Northern aboriginal leaders attend Crown meeting
More than 400 chiefs from across the country gathered in Ottawa Tuesday to hear presentations from the Prime Minister. But many northern leaders are skeptical the one-day meeting was enough time to make a dent in some serious issues.
N.W.T. says no to Northlands
There is more bad news for the people who live in Yellowknife’s Northlands trailer park. The territorial government just said no to the city’s request for an interest-free loan for the struggling subdivision.
N.W.T. minister hopes to reintroduce wildlife act
The Northwest Territories’ Environment and Natural Resources Minister said he hopes to reintroduce the embattled Wildlife Act changes to the legislature this fall.
Iqaluit to tackle loose dog problem
Iqaluit’s bylaw officers said they plan to patrol areas near schools at key times of the day in order to prevent attacks from loose and stray dogs.
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B.C. libraries say they’re having a hard time adding e-books to their collections because publishers are worried about their own bottom line.
Softwood lumber agreement with U.S. extended
A softwood lumber agreement that settled a long-running dispute between Canada and the U.S. is being extended by two years, the governments announced jointly.
Appointment to the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority – Transport Canada
OTTAWA The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport), today announced the appointment of Lieutenant-General (retired) Angus Watt of Ottawa as chief executive officer (CEO) of the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) for a five-year term, effective January 3, 2012.
2 Cuban players missing from CONCACAF Olympic women’s qualifier
Two players were missing from Cuba’s lineup for its game against Haiti at the CONCACAF Olympic women’s soccer qualifying tournament Monday in Vancouver.
Ottawa – Harper government announces faster, more convenient air travel to the United States for passengers and their baggage – Transport Canada
OTTAWA Following the Beyond the Border announcement made by Prime Minister Stephen Harper and U.S. President Barack Obama earlier this month, Pierre Poilievre, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, and for the Federal Economic Agency for Southern Ontario, announced today that travelling to the United States (U.S.) by air will be easier for Canadian travellers.
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A combination of Christmas sales and falling gasoline and food prices contributed to one of the biggest one-month drop in consumer prices in years in December, Statistics Canada said Friday.
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WESTBANK Construction of the Westside Road Interchange will begin in early August, announced Premier Gordon Campbell, Westbank First Nation Chief Robert Louie, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Shirley Bond, and the Honourable Stockwell Day, President of the Treasury Board and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway, during a groundbreaking ceremony held at the construction site today.
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