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Canadian killed in Miami building collapse, three more Canadians missing

Canadian killed in Miami building collapse, three more Canadians missing

The body of a Canadian has been found at the site of a collapsed condo in southern Florida. Global Affairs Canada said on Tuesday that the Canadian is among 36 dead in the collapse that occurred on June 24.
Canada's first Inuk governor general, Mary Simon, sparks hope for new relationship

Canada's first Inuk governor general, Mary Simon, sparks hope for new relationship

OTTAWA — When Mary Simon uttered her first words as Canada's next governor general in her native language of Inuktitut, a collective thrill was felt among many Inuit and other Indigenous people across Canada, recognizing it as a moment to be long rem
At least 1.3 million Canadians opted to mix COVID-19 vaccines by the end of June

At least 1.3 million Canadians opted to mix COVID-19 vaccines by the end of June

OTTAWA — Health Canada's latest weekly report on vaccinations shows at least 1.3 million Canadians opted for a mixed-dose finish to their COVID-19 vaccination schedule in June. The report, published Monday, shows of 6.
'She knows where she comes from': Mary Simon seen as humble, professional leader

'She knows where she comes from': Mary Simon seen as humble, professional leader

Growing up in northern Quebec, Mary Simon was taught by her grandmother to respect elders and to always be kind.
Head of MADD Canada calls on Nova Scotia premier to take action against drunk driving

Head of MADD Canada calls on Nova Scotia premier to take action against drunk driving

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia Premier Iain Rankin's apology for a previously undisclosed impaired driving conviction must be followed up with action on the issue, the head of Mothers Against Drunk Driving said Tuesday.
Canada's first Indigenous GG calls appointment 'step forward' to reconciliation

Canada's first Indigenous GG calls appointment 'step forward' to reconciliation

OTTAWA — Mary Simon, an Inuk leader and former diplomat, described her appointment as Canada's next governor general — the first Indigenous person to serve in the role — as a “step forward on the long path to reconciliation.
Liberals maintain narrow lead over Tories among decided voters: Poll

Liberals maintain narrow lead over Tories among decided voters: Poll

OTTAWA — A new poll suggests Justin Trudeau's Liberal party has only a narrow lead over the Opposition Conservatives among decided voters.
Mary Simon's appointment as Canada's next governor general sparks applause, criticism

Mary Simon's appointment as Canada's next governor general sparks applause, criticism

OTTAWA — Federal politicians, Indigenous groups and others were quick to weigh in following Mary Simon's appointment as Canada's next governor general on Tuesday.
AFN honours children who perished at residential schools ahead of vote for new chief

AFN honours children who perished at residential schools ahead of vote for new chief

OTTAWA — Assembly of First Nations chiefs shared solemn words and prayers of mourning Tuesday for the Indigenous children who died in Canada's residential schools, striking a sombre tone at a virtual gathering that will culminate in the election of t
Kahnawake's first female, LGBTQ grand chief wants to focus on healing, unity

Kahnawake's first female, LGBTQ grand chief wants to focus on healing, unity

MONTREAL — The Kahnawake Mohawk community south of Montreal has a long tradition of female leadership but has never had a female grand chief — until now.