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No winning ticket for Saturday's $32 million Lotto 649 jackpot

No winning ticket for Saturday's $32 million Lotto 649 jackpot

TORONTO — No winning ticket was sold for the $32 million jackpot in Saturday's Lotto 649 draw. However, the guaranteed $1 million prize went to a lottery player in the Prairies. The jackpot for the next Lotto 649 draw on Jan.
Rapid spread of Omicron showing "tale of two pandemics: rich and poor"

Rapid spread of Omicron showing "tale of two pandemics: rich and poor"

As parts of Canada see staggering rises in COVID-19 activity amid Omicron's rapid spread, experts say the highly transmissible variant is training a spotlight on social inequities across the country. Dr.
Canadian architect Eberhard Zeidler dies, firm confirms

Canadian architect Eberhard Zeidler dies, firm confirms

TORONTO — Canadian architect Eberhard Zeidler, whose myriad designs are peppered across the country, has died. His firm confirmed the news on Saturday.
Families call on Ottawa to pursue accountability for Iran in downed plane

Families call on Ottawa to pursue accountability for Iran in downed plane

Canada must boost its efforts to hold Iran to account after the regime's forces shot down a passenger jet two years ago, family members of the victims said Saturday.
Connection during isolation: Data shows national drug overdose hotline saves lives

Connection during isolation: Data shows national drug overdose hotline saves lives

CALGARY — Almost three dozen people survived overdoses because of a Canada-wide phone line that connects callers who use drugs with emergency support if there is a suspected overdose.
First Nations brace for labour challenges brought by Omicron-fuelled COVID-19 surge

First Nations brace for labour challenges brought by Omicron-fuelled COVID-19 surge

Many First Nations across the country are bracing for the spread of the Omicron variant as leaders prepare for labour shortages caused by COVID-19 that could be more severe in Indigenous communities.
Mounties eye corruption cases involving Canadian firms and new ways of resolving them

Mounties eye corruption cases involving Canadian firms and new ways of resolving them

OTTAWA — RCMP anti-corruption investigators say they are probing possible shady practices by several Canadian companies operating in parts of Africa, Eastern Europe and South America.
Dole, President's Choice salad products recalled due to Listeria risk

Dole, President's Choice salad products recalled due to Listeria risk

OTTAWA — A number of Dole and President's Choice brand salad products are being recalled because of possible Listeria contamination.
Prairie ticket holder wins Friday's $50 million Lotto Max jackpot

Prairie ticket holder wins Friday's $50 million Lotto Max jackpot

TORONTO — Friday's $50 million Lotto Max jackpot was won by a ticket holder in the Prairies. There were also two Maxmillions prizes of $1 million each up for grabs but neither was won. The jackpot for the next Lotto Max draw on Jan.
A look at the latest COVID-19 developments in Canada

A look at the latest COVID-19 developments in Canada

A look at the latest COVID-19 news in Canada: — Canada's health minister says he expects the country to reach a time in the COVID-19 pandemic when provinces consider implementing a broader vaccine mandate to counter rising cases.
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