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The latest news on COVID-19 developments in Canada (all times eastern): 3:45 p.m. Saskatchewan is reporting 36 new cases of COVID-19 today, and no new deaths. Eighty-seven more people have recovered, leaving the province with 639 active cases.

OTTAWA — Betting on single games of football, hockey and other sports is about to become legal in Canada.

OTTAWA — Three new senators have been named to the upper chamber on the advice of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, including a high-profile labour leader and a political trailblazer who is also a former Liberal candidate.

OTTAWA — The Liberals are accusing Parliament of being toxic to its minority agenda while the Opposition Conservatives say Canada's institutions are broken under the Trudeau government, fuelling growing speculation voters could soon head to the polls

WINNIPEG — A Winnipeg-based cannabis producer and retailer is hoping to increase COVID-19 vaccination uptake with a chance to win free joints.

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.

OTTAWA — A House of Commons committee is recommending the government consider adding a little extra to internet and wireless bills so those who can afford it can help those having a hard time covering costs.

OTTAWA — Chief public health officer Dr. Theresa Tam says she'll soon have advice to help fully vaccinated Canadians figure out what they can safely do, but she says much will depend on who you are and where you live. More than 7.

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.

KAMLOOPS, B.C. — The Anglican Church of Canada says its first bishop of a large diocese in British Columbia has resigned and left the ministry after allegations of inappropriate conduct were made against him.