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New CFL commissioner Johnston plans to be very visible at start of regular season

New CFL commissioner Johnston plans to be very visible at start of regular season

TORONTO — Stewart Johnston is set for his first CFL season as commissioner. Just six weeks after replacing Randy Ambrosie, Johnston is preparing to oversee his first regular season.
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Brown set to suit up for Oilers in Game 1, Greer out for Panthers

Brown set to suit up for Oilers in Game 1, Greer out for Panthers

EDMONTON — Oilers winger Connor Brown will suit up for the Stanley Cup final opener against the Florida Panthers. The Edmonton winger declared himself ready following his team's optional morning skate at Rogers Place.
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Eby says he won't be changing mind on another B.C. pipeline, rebuffing Ford

Eby says he won't be changing mind on another B.C. pipeline, rebuffing Ford

B.C. Premier David Eby says he won't be throwing his support behind a new oil pipeline through the province, dismissing Ontario Premier Doug Ford's suggestion that Eby would change his mind.
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Oilers set for Stanley Cup rematch with Panthers after last year's heartbreak

Oilers set for Stanley Cup rematch with Panthers after last year's heartbreak

EDMONTON — Connor McDavid stood along the boards and waited for his teammates. The Oilers had given everything in the Stanley Cup final.
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About 15,000 have fled Saskatchewan wildfires and more coming: Premier Moe

About 15,000 have fled Saskatchewan wildfires and more coming: Premier Moe

PRINCE ALBERT — As Manitoba grapples with wildfires that have forced more than 17,000 people from their homes, the premier of Saskatchewan said Tuesday the situation is becoming just as dire in his province.
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Ice from Oiler hometown rinks added to Edmonton arena ahead of Stanley Cup Final

Ice from Oiler hometown rinks added to Edmonton arena ahead of Stanley Cup Final

EDMONTON — Home ice advantage will take on a whole new meaning for some Edmonton Oilers as they head into the Stanley Cup Final.
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Majority of CFL teams have veteran experience at quarterback position

Majority of CFL teams have veteran experience at quarterback position

Nick Arbuckle is again proving the importance of quarterback depth in the CFL. Arbuckle is expected to be the starter Friday night when the Grey Cup-champion Toronto Argonauts visit the Montreal Alouettes.
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Veteran receiver Lewis opens CFL season chasing CFL touchdown receptions record

Veteran receiver Lewis opens CFL season chasing CFL touchdown receptions record

Eugene Lewis will resume his quest to land in the CFL record book. Lewis and the Ottawa Redblacks open the 2025 campaign Thursday night, visiting the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
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G7 protests to be livestreamed to leaders in Kananaskis to give protesters a voice

G7 protests to be livestreamed to leaders in Kananaskis to give protesters a voice

CALGARY — Law enforcement officials overseeing security at the upcoming G7 leaders summit in Alberta are expecting large protests but plan to make sure they stay peaceful.
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Wildfire forces more out in Saskatchewan, hotels open up for Manitoba evacuees

Wildfire forces more out in Saskatchewan, hotels open up for Manitoba evacuees

Winnipeg hotels were opening up Monday to evacuees who fled their homes due to raging wildfires, while to the west in Saskatchewan thousands more were ordered to flee.
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