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Watchdog nominee Philippe Dufresne stresses privacy as a 'fundamental right'

Watchdog nominee Philippe Dufresne stresses privacy as a 'fundamental right'

OTTAWA — Philippe Dufresne, the government's nominee to be the next federal privacy watchdog, says coming legislation must recognize privacy as a "fundamental right.
Feds' curb on debate of online streaming bill condemned as draconian by Tories

Feds' curb on debate of online streaming bill condemned as draconian by Tories

OTTAWA — The federal government is cutting short debate by MPs of its online streaming bill, a move Tory MPs have condemned as "draconian" and "disturbing.
Canada's COVID Alert app will be discontinued as PCR testing becomes rare

Canada's COVID Alert app will be discontinued as PCR testing becomes rare

OTTAWA — Canada's COVID Alert app will be discontinued in the coming days, a federal government source tells The Canadian Press.
Caroline Simard appointed new watchdog for federal elections

Caroline Simard appointed new watchdog for federal elections

OTTAWA — Caroline Simard, vice-chairperson of broadcasting at the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission, has been appointed as Canada's new elections watchdog.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau again tests positive for COVID-19

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau again tests positive for COVID-19

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has tested positive for COVID-19 for a second time. "I feel OK, but that’s because I got my shots," Trudeau said Monday on Twitter. "So, if you haven’t, get vaccinated — and if you can, get boosted.
Toronto van attack hearing and Capitol riot probe : In The News for June 13, 2022

Toronto van attack hearing and Capitol riot probe : In The News for June 13, 2022

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of June 13, 2022... What we are watching in Canada ...
Expanding camp in N.S. includes program for kids in grief, with ample time for fun

Expanding camp in N.S. includes program for kids in grief, with ample time for fun

HALIFAX — When Meaghan Belanger's mother informed her about a Nova Scotia camp for children in grief, the teenager's initial reaction was unenthusiastic as she feared it would be too teary and dull.
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 guaranteed $1 million prize was won by a lottery player in Ontario.
Police identify persons of interest but no threat as Parliament Hill probe continues

Police identify persons of interest but no threat as Parliament Hill probe continues

Ottawa Police said they identified two persons of interest but no public safety concerns as they continued to investigate an incident that briefly led to the evacuation of Parliament Hill.
Quebec Liberals promise not to preempt court challenges with notwithstanding clause

Quebec Liberals promise not to preempt court challenges with notwithstanding clause

MONTREAL — Quebec Liberal leader Dominique Anglade cast herself as a candidate who can unite Quebecers of all backgrounds as her party presented its election platform Saturday, less than four months ahead of the October vote.