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As new rules on compensating air passengers take effect, critics say it's not enough

As new rules on compensating air passengers take effect, critics say it's not enough

MONTREAL — Returning to St. John's, N.L., from France's Charles de Gaulle airport via Montreal earlier this summer, Air Canada customer AnDe Mosher's flight was cancelled.
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Alberta UCP leadership candidates unite to raise alarm on Alberta sovereignty bill

Alberta UCP leadership candidates unite to raise alarm on Alberta sovereignty bill

EDMONTON — More than half the candidates in the race to replace Premier Jason Kenney are raising the alarm over a rival's plan to proclaim Alberta would reject federal laws and court decisions deemed against the province's interests.
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The Queen, longest-reigning monarch in British history, dies at 96: Buckingham Palace

The Queen, longest-reigning monarch in British history, dies at 96: Buckingham Palace

Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom, Canada and the Commonwealth, ascended the throne as much by a twist of fate as by the grace of God.
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King Charles III has long history with Canada, but must step into the spotlight

King Charles III has long history with Canada, but must step into the spotlight

MONTREAL — As he stood between wind-whipped Canadian flags on a podium in Iqaluit in 2017, Prince Charles recalled his official first visit to Canada's North nearly half a century earlier.
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Supreme Court chief justice says more transparency will improve faith in system

Supreme Court chief justice says more transparency will improve faith in system

MONTREAL — Canadian courts need to be more transparent in order to maintain public faith in the justice system, the chief justice of the Supreme Court of Canada said Thursday ahead of a rare sitting outside of Ottawa.
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A look at the victims of the Saskatchewan stabbing attacks

A look at the victims of the Saskatchewan stabbing attacks

JAMES SMITH CREE NATION — Ten people were killed in a series of stabbings on the James Smith Cree Nation and in the nearby community of Weldon, northeast of Saskatoon, on Sunday. Police say 18 others were injured.
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Mayor says wildfire, power grid problems mean visitors should avoid Jasper

Mayor says wildfire, power grid problems mean visitors should avoid Jasper

JASPER NATIONAL PARK — The mayor of Jasper, Alta., is asking visitors to stay away from the town and national park as a nearby wildfire is expected to grow and crews work to restore power.
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Nova Scotia's mass shooting inquiry receives warning about its recommendations

Nova Scotia's mass shooting inquiry receives warning about its recommendations

HALIFAX — The inquiry into the mass shooting in Nova Scotia heard today from experts who warned that the federal and Nova Scotia governments have a poor track record when it comes to implementing recommendations from inquiries.
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What happens to Canada's currency, stamps, place names after the Queen's death?

What happens to Canada's currency, stamps, place names after the Queen's death?

OTTAWA — Queen Elizabeth II has been a constant presence in Canadians' lives. Her face is engraved on our coins. It graces the $20 bill and is featured on some of our stamps. Even buildings, parks, mountains and islands bear her name.
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A list of Canadian Governors General who served under the late Queen

A list of Canadian Governors General who served under the late Queen

Until her death on Sept. 8, the Queen was the longest-reigning monarch in British history. She also served as Canada's official head of state, a role in which she was supported by the Governor General.
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