Laval police find teen girl who had been missing for 2 weeks
The Laval police logo is seen on a police car, Tuesday, October 18, 2022 in Laval, Que. (Ryan Remiorz/The Canadian Press)
Laval police say they found a 15-year-old girl who had been missing since Dec. 14 safe and sound.
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Former Liberal cabinet minister Marco Mendicino won't seek re-election
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U.S. soldier shot self in head before Cybertruck exploded outside Trump's Las Vegas hotel, officials say
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Wayne Osmond, singer and guitarist for The Osmonds, is dead at 73
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Toys "R" Us Canada closing 5 stores, expand HMV and add play spaces to some shops
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Grieving orca mother Tahlequah carries dead baby for the second time
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Pickering pausing in-person meeting due to alt-right threats, mayor says
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FORECAST Weather warnings issued in 7 provinces and territories
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Apple to pay US$95M to settle lawsuit accusing Siri of snoopy eavesdropping
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Toronto
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Former Liberal cabinet minister Marco Mendicino won't seek re-election
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'Disgusting': Police say victim in Scarborough shooting may have been targeted because of his neighbourhood
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Man wanted in alleged break and enter of Leslieville business
Toronto police are looking for a man wanted for an alleged break and enter at a Leslieville business.
Ottawa
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Ottawa police say safety measures always in place before big events in the nation's capital
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ByWard Market restaurant closes after more than 35 years
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4 youths facing charges following ‘multiple incidents’ in eastern Ontario: OPP
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Atlantic
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Woman, father killed on New Year's Eve were victims of intimate partner violence: Halifax police
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N.S. couple wins $2.5M over the holidays
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Man who barricaded himself inside Porters Lake home found dead: N.S. RCMP
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N.L.
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Labradorians pay thousands to fly to Newfoundland. Could a Quebec energy deal help?
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Icebreaker on hand in Labrador to guide season's last freight arrivals by ferry
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Whooping cough in Canada: Outbreaks or case increases reported in these provinces
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Northern Ontario
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Body of one drowning victim recovered in Temiskaming Shores, Ont.
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Possible scenarios that could play out in Ottawa as the Liberal government teeters
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Charges after transport driver in northern Ont. fixed window with duct tape
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London
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Midwestern Ontario to receive 10 to 40 cm of snow on Friday
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Jury deliberates in bush party shooting trial
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Exeter business loses $10,000 in Bitcoin scam
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Kitchener
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HART Hubs opening in Kitchener and Guelph after CTS locations close
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Waterloo woman plans to buy accessible home, Reuben sandwich with $5M lottery prize
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Most Ontario daycare costs now caped at $22 per day
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Windsor
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ESHC launches investigation following LaSalle family’s allegation of misdiagnosis
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Pandemic bounce back: pair of Windsor businesses survive and thrive
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Teen arrested after phoning in bomb threat aboard Via Rail train
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Barrie
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Traffic violation turns into long list of criminal charges for Alliston man: OPP
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Snow squall warning issued with up to 60cms of snowfall possible
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Suspect in custody after early-morning home invasion
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Vancouver
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Trying for a 'Dry January'? This tool from B.C. researchers may help
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Holidays, avian flu cause egg shortages at some B.C. stores, but industry says supply stabilizing
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Woman robbed at gunpoint while using ATM in Richmond, B.C., RCMP say
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Vancouver Island
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Trying for a 'Dry January'? This tool from B.C. researchers may help
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Holidays, avian flu cause egg shortages at some B.C. stores, but industry says supply stabilizing
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Highway crash kills 1, injures 3 others near Kamloops, B.C.
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Winnipeg
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St. Andrews heritage home a total loss following fire
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Fiery crash after vehicle flees, rams RCMP cruiser
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New controls at city arenas save energy and keep fans warm
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Calgary
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Vigil for Calgary homicide victim to be held Friday
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Massage therapist accused of choking out client during a home session
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Calgary's 5 most expensive homes for sale right now (January 2025)
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Edmonton
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Athabasca 'chop shop' bust yields millions in stolen vehicles, heavy equipment: RCMP
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Deaths prompt recommendation for clothing donation bin safety standards in Alberta
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Alberta ministers head to Texas to meet with police, justice officials
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Regina
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Regina Police Service swears in 7 new recruits, including twin sister of constable
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'Got some work to do': With one sellout in 2024, Riders focus is on attendance in 2025
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Sask. RCMP investigating after two people killed in crash
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Saskatoon
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Saskatchewan charities left with questions following tax season extension announcement
The Saskatoon Community Foundation (SCF) has its eyes on Ottawa after the federal government announced that the deadline for making donations in the 2024 tax year will be extended.
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Sask. RCMP investigating after two people killed in crash
Warman RCMP are investigating after two people were killed in a collision on Highway 12 Tuesday.
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Escaped Sask. prisoner faces new charges after fleeing from police
The Saskatchewan RCMP says an inmate who escaped from federal prison in Prince Albert faces new charges.
