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Intense heat moves east on the Prairies as rain helps fire-stricken Alberta
While sorely needed rain hits wildfire hot spots in Alberta this week, the sizzling heat will track into Saskatchewan and Manitoba
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How does Canada's 2024 wildfire season so far compare to historic 2023?
As we approach the end of July, with more than 950 wildfires currently burning in Canada, how does the 2024 season fare when measured against 2023's historical year? We have a detailed look at the two
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Raised threat for severe weather in Ontario, Quebec includes tornado risk
Heads-up if you're going to be spending time outdoors on Wednesday in southern Ontario and Quebec, as there will be a potential for some folks to get a dose of severe weather.
2 min read - NewsThe Canadian Press
Battle to keep historic town wet and safe, as B.C. fire tally surges, homes destroyed
BARKERVILLE, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA — The British Columbia gold rush town of Barkerville is drenched, both from overnight rains and sprinklers dousing its timber buildings, some more than 150 years old.
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Advocate warns of impending 'crisis' in B.C. child welfare staffing
British Columbia's child welfare system is either in a state of crisis or close to it with understaffing and unmanageable workloads, the province's representative for children said.
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Ontario man killed fighting in Ukraine remembered as loving son and volunteer firefighter
An Ontario man remembered for his desire to help others was killed fighting for Ukraine last month.
3 min read - NewsThe Canadian Press
Feds were warned about setting 'significant precedent' with Ukraine visa program
OTTAWA — Federal immigration officials warned the government it risked undermining the temporary immigration system with the design of the emergency visa program for war-displaced Ukrainians, newly released court documents show.
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