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In the news today: Details of new federal dental insurance plan to be released today

In the news today: Details of new federal dental insurance plan to be released today

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today...
Climate change battering municipal finances across Canada

Climate change battering municipal finances across Canada

MONTREAL — The hamlet of Gore, Que., had the foresight to start preparing for more intense annual flooding due to climate change a decade ago.
Federal dental insurance program to be phased in over 2024, benefits to start in May

Federal dental insurance program to be phased in over 2024, benefits to start in May

OTTAWA — The new federal dental insurance plan will be phased in gradually over 2024, with the first claims likely to be processed in May, government officials said ahead of a formal announcement scheduled for Monday morning.
Work to secure Quebec dike continues one week after evacuation over breach fears

Work to secure Quebec dike continues one week after evacuation over breach fears

MONT-LAURIER, Que. — Officials say work is ongoing to stabilize a Quebec dike that was showing signs of failing, forcing hundreds from their homes one week ago.
Advocates look to stem radicalization as anger mounts over Israel-Hamas war

Advocates look to stem radicalization as anger mounts over Israel-Hamas war

An Alberta woman whose son was killed while fighting with Islamic extremists in Syria is worried anger over the conflict between Israel and Hamas could lead to an increase in radicalization.
Canada has a secretive history of adoption, and some want it brought to light

Canada has a secretive history of adoption, and some want it brought to light

In a theatre in St. John's, N.L., a murmur spreads through the audience as people timidly raise their hands. They have been asked if they saw their own stories reflected in the film they just watched — "A Quiet Girl."
Every phone call is a goodbye, says Vancouver resident with family in Gaza

Every phone call is a goodbye, says Vancouver resident with family in Gaza

Omar Mansour says every phone call with his family in the Gaza Strip might be the last. So during those few minutes when he is able to talk to his parents, brother and sisters, the Vancouver resident makes sure he tells them he loves them.
Indigenous services minister to table First Nations water bill as early as Monday

Indigenous services minister to table First Nations water bill as early as Monday

OTTAWA — Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu is expected to table much-anticipated legislation to improve water quality in First Nations communities as early as Monday.
'People are confused': Survey suggests Canadians need education on Charter rights

'People are confused': Survey suggests Canadians need education on Charter rights

While one-third of Canadians say they have read the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, many fail to distinguish between its text and that of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, a new survey suggests.
RCMP in Surrey, B.C., ends Amber Alert for two-month-old girl

RCMP in Surrey, B.C., ends Amber Alert for two-month-old girl

Mounties in Surrey, B.C., have cancelled an Amber Alert for a two-month-old girl who has been found safe in Chilliwack.