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Monday, August 3

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Provincial • about 1 hour ago
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Wildfires in British Columbia Prompt Evacuations

Approximately 130 wildfires are currently burning in British Columbia, with nearly half classified as out of control. The situation has led to over 5,000 people being placed under evacuation orders in the past 24 hours. The BC Wildfire Service is actively monitoring and responding to the fires across the province.

Sources: Global News
Business • about 1 hour ago
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Max Scherzer Comments on Blue Jays' Trade Deadline Situation

Max Scherzer commented on the Toronto Blue Jays' situation as the MLB trade deadline approaches. He indicated that if the team decides to sell players, the responsibility would lie with the current performance of the team. Reports suggest that the Blue Jays are considering trades involving several key players, including Kevin Gausman.

Sources: Google News
Provincial • about 1 hour ago
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Canada's Reyes and Godbout Secure Judo Medals at Commonwealth Games

Kyle Reyes and Coralie Godbout won judo medals for Canada at the Commonwealth Games, contributing to the country's overall medal count. Their performances showcased the strength of Canadian athletes in judo. The event concluded on Sunday.

Sources: Ctv News
Provincial • about 1 hour ago
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Environment Canada Issues Rain Alert

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement regarding an anticipated weather event. The statement indicates that an additional 10 to 25 millimetres of rain is expected in the coming period. The alert was released on Sunday afternoon.

Sources: Ctv News
Provincial • about 1 hour ago
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Moosehide Gathering Takes Place in Dawson City, Yukon

The Moosehide Gathering, a significant bi-annual event hosted by the Tr'ondek Hwech'in First Nation, is currently being held in Dawson City, Yukon. Organizers report approximately 1,500 attendees at this year's gathering. The event aims to promote cultural reconnection and revitalization.

Sources: Yahoo! News, CBC News
Provincial • about 1 hour ago
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University of Saskatchewan Research Explores Therapy Dogs' Perspectives

Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan are investigating the emotions and experiences of therapy dogs during their tasks. Led by Dr. Colleen Dell, the Pawsitive Connections Lab aims to understand how therapy dogs perceive their work. This study is expected to provide insights into the roles of therapy animals in various settings.

Sources: Global News
Business • about 1 hour ago
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Canada Nickel Receives Federal Approval for Crawford Nickel Project

Canada Nickel Company has received federal approval from Canada's Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature for the Crawford nickel project in Ontario. This marks the first mining approval issued under the amended Impact Assessment Act since 2019. The decision highlights the importance of developing Canada's critical mineral resources while upholding environmental standards.

Sources: Australasia Global Mining News
Technology • about 1 hour ago
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Protests Erupt Against Meta's Data Centre Plans in Northern Alberta

Protests occurred in a northern Alberta county against Meta's proposal to build a data centre. The demonstration attracted a significant number of participants expressing their opposition to the project. Concerns about corporate influence and environmental impacts were raised during the protest.

Sources: Kamloops This Week, Chek News, Google News
Provincial • about 1 hour ago
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Saskatchewan Government Continues Funding for Human Trafficking Response Team

The Saskatchewan Government has decided to continue funding for the Human Trafficking Response Team (HTRT) in Saskatoon after the previous federal support agreement expired. This funding is a response to ongoing concerns regarding human trafficking in the region. The government’s intervention ensures the continuity of police-run efforts to combat this issue.

Sources: Global News