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Quebec provincial police is searching for two men missing since Friday in Outaouais

Quebec provincial police is searching for two men missing since Friday in Outaouais

MONTREAL — Quebec provincial police say they are searching for two hunters in the Outaouais region who have been missing since Friday.
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Quebec lifts COVID-19 measures; extends closing times for bars and restaurants

Quebec lifts COVID-19 measures; extends closing times for bars and restaurants

MONTREAL — Quebec lifted further COVID-19 restrictions across the province on Sunday, including extending closing times for bars and restaurants, and increasing capacities for gatherings.
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Mohawk Council of Kanesatake elects new grand chief for first time in 10 years

Mohawk Council of Kanesatake elects new grand chief for first time in 10 years

MONTREAL — Newly elected Kanesatake Grand Chief Victor Bonspille says he wants to bring positive change in the Kanien'kehá:ka (Mohawk) community, west of Montreal.
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Defence chief's notes reveal debate over due process, optics on Fortin allegation

Defence chief's notes reveal debate over due process, optics on Fortin allegation

VANCOUVER — An extraordinary set of handwritten notes by Canada's acting defence chief appear to reveal a behind-the-scenes struggle between due process, political optics and support for the complainant after a sexual misconduct allegation emerged ag
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Maple Leafs sign Menell to one-year, 750K contract in a trade with the Minnesota Wild

Maple Leafs sign Menell to one-year, 750K contract in a trade with the Minnesota Wild

TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed defenceman Brennan Menell to a one-year, two-way contract. The hockey club announced the news Sunday, saying the contract carries an NHL salary of $750,000.
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No winning ticket for Saturday's $6 million Lotto 649 jackpot

No winning ticket for Saturday's $6 million Lotto 649 jackpot

TORONTO — No winning ticket was sold for the $6 million jackpot in Saturday's Lotto 649 draw. However, the draw's guaranteed $1 million prize was claimed by a lottery player in Ontario. The jackpot for the next draw on Aug.
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Toronto Blue Jays sign Damiano Palmegiani and Cooper Benson from 2021 MLB draft

Toronto Blue Jays sign Damiano Palmegiani and Cooper Benson from 2021 MLB draft

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays have signed two more players, the team announced Saturday. The Jays are adding Damiano Palmegiani, a 14th-round pick and third baseman to the their roster.
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"Not a coincidence:" Indigenous leaders praise historic election victories by women

"Not a coincidence:" Indigenous leaders praise historic election victories by women

MONTREAL — It's no coincidence that a wave of Indigenous women have won leadership roles previously held only by men, say leaders and advocates.
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Winnipeg Jets sign forward Riley Nash to one-year contract; Nash recorded 172 points

Winnipeg Jets sign forward Riley Nash to one-year contract; Nash recorded 172 points

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Jets have clinched a one-year, $750,000 contract with forward Riley Nash, the team announced Saturday.
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Vancouver Canucks acquire goaltender Spencer Martin for 'future considerations'

Vancouver Canucks acquire goaltender Spencer Martin for 'future considerations'

Vancouver Canucks have snatched up goaltender Spencer Martin from the Tampa Bay Lightning for "future considerations," says team's general manager Jim Benning on Wednesday.
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