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The controversy over Canada's rules on military exports to Israel, explained

The controversy over Canada's rules on military exports to Israel, explained

Here's a look at what we know — and don't know — about Ottawa's efforts to keep Canadian weapons out of Gaza while allowing Israel to import military goods for other purposes.
10th most wanted man in Canada arrested at Montreal airport: police

10th most wanted man in Canada arrested at Montreal airport: police

MONTREAL — A man who's been on the list of Canada’s top 25 most wanted fugitives for murder and drug trafficking charges in Saskatoon dating back to 2022 has been arrested at the airport in Montreal while police say he was returning to Canada.
Montreal police investigate assault of Jewish father caught in part on video

Montreal police investigate assault of Jewish father caught in part on video

MONTREAL — Montreal police are investigating after a Jewish father was attacked in the city's Villeray—Saint-Michel—Parc-Extension borough on Friday afternoon, an act condemned by much of the political class on Saturday.
Three men stabbed, one fatally, outside bars in Montreal, police say

Three men stabbed, one fatally, outside bars in Montreal, police say

MONTREAL — Montreal police were busy early Saturday dealing with three stabbings in two separate fights at opposite ends of the city, leaving one man dead. Police were called to a bar in the city's Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood at about 2 a.m.
Canada joins international partners to condemn Israel plan to take over Gaza City

Canada joins international partners to condemn Israel plan to take over Gaza City

Canada is joining international partners Saturday in panning Israel's plan to take control of Gaza City approved this week.
Conservative calls on minister to apologize to Christian singer over cancellations

Conservative calls on minister to apologize to Christian singer over cancellations

A Conservative MP is calling on Identity and Culture Minister Steven Guilbeault to apologize to U.S.-based Christian musician Sean Feucht after the permits for recent concerts in venues overseen by Parks Canada were revoked.
Giant Pacific octopus shoots video of itself after claiming camera from B.C. divers

Giant Pacific octopus shoots video of itself after claiming camera from B.C. divers

The animal's camera work was excellent.
Pistachios in your pantry? What experts say you should do amid a salmonella recall

Pistachios in your pantry? What experts say you should do amid a salmonella recall

TORONTO — Pistachios have been the subject of a series of recalls linked to a salmonella outbreak, and while some health officials say that doesn’t mean people should avoid all pistachio products, others say toss the nut.
Pay hike for military members 'long overdue,' says expert

Pay hike for military members 'long overdue,' says expert

OTTAWA — The federal government's decision to boost entry-level pay for Canadian Armed Forces members is being praised by expert observers as long overdue.
RCMP union pushes for change to help force attract talent from U.S., other countries

RCMP union pushes for change to help force attract talent from U.S., other countries

OTTAWA — The union representing front-line RCMP members wants the force to ease requirements for foreign applicants to help attract experienced police officers from agencies like the U.S.