The Canadian Press

Statistics Canada building and signs are pictured in Ottawa on Wednesday, July 3, 2019.  THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

Statistics Canada reports merchandise trade surplus rose to $1.9B in April

Statistics Canada say the country’s merchandise trade surplus increased to $1.9 billion…

Statistics Canada building and signs are pictured in Ottawa on Wednesday, July 3, 2019.  THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
An aircraft (centre) disperses a mix of water and fire retardant over a fire near Barrington Lake in Shelburne County, N.S. in this Wednesday, May 31, 2023 handout photo. As an unprecedented string of wildfires in Nova Scotia continued to burn out of control Wednesday, thousands of residents forced to flee their homes spent a fourth day wondering what their neighbourhoods will look like when they return home.THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Communications Nova Scotia **MANDATORY CREDIT**

Canadian forest fire centre responds to unprecedented wildfire season

Weather maps hang on the walls and precipitation reports flash across screens…

An aircraft (centre) disperses a mix of water and fire retardant over a fire near Barrington Lake in Shelburne County, N.S. in this Wednesday, May 31, 2023 handout photo. As an unprecedented string of wildfires in Nova Scotia continued to burn out of control Wednesday, thousands of residents forced to flee their homes spent a fourth day wondering what their neighbourhoods will look like when they return home.THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Communications Nova Scotia **MANDATORY CREDIT**
FILE - A Shell logo is displayed at a gas station in London, on March 8, 2022. A marketing campaign by oil major Shell was banned by the U.K.'s advertising watchdog Wednesday, June 7, 2023, for implying a big proportion of its business was in low carbon energy even though fossil fuels make up the “vast majority” of its operations. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein, File)

Shell’s clean energy advertising campaign is misleading, UK watchdog says

A marketing campaign by oil major Shell has been banned by the…

FILE - A Shell logo is displayed at a gas station in London, on March 8, 2022. A marketing campaign by oil major Shell was banned by the U.K.'s advertising watchdog Wednesday, June 7, 2023, for implying a big proportion of its business was in low carbon energy even though fossil fuels make up the “vast majority” of its operations. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein, File)
An Edmonton Police Service logo is shown at a press conference in Edmonton on Oct. 2, 2017. A police officer and two former community peace officers have been charged after an internal investigation into the death of man in custody. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Three men, including police officer, face charges after overdose death in cell

An Edmonton police officer and two former community peace officers have been…

An Edmonton Police Service logo is shown at a press conference in Edmonton on Oct. 2, 2017. A police officer and two former community peace officers have been charged after an internal investigation into the death of man in custody. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
The Cenovus logo is seen at the company's headquarters in Calgary, Alta., November 15, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

Cenovus fined after wastewater release from former Husky-owned pipeline

Cenovus Energy is facing a fine over a release of wastewater into…

The Cenovus logo is seen at the company's headquarters in Calgary, Alta., November 15, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
This satellite image provided by Planet Labs PBC shows an overview of the damage on the Kakhovka dam in southern Ukraine on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. Ukraine accused Russian forces Tuesday of blowing up the Kakhovka dam and hydroelectric power station on the Dnieper River in an area that Moscow controls, while Russian officials blamed Ukrainian bombardment in the contested area. It was not possible to verify the claims. (Planet Labs PBC via AP)

Wheat prices jump following collapse of major dam in southern Ukraine

Global prices for wheat and corn soared Tuesday after a major dam…

This satellite image provided by Planet Labs PBC shows an overview of the damage on the Kakhovka dam in southern Ukraine on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. Ukraine accused Russian forces Tuesday of blowing up the Kakhovka dam and hydroelectric power station on the Dnieper River in an area that Moscow controls, while Russian officials blamed Ukrainian bombardment in the contested area. It was not possible to verify the claims. (Planet Labs PBC via AP)
The Teck Resources logo is seen on a podium before the company's special meeting of shareholders, in Vancouver on April 26, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Teck Resources receives indications of interest for steelmaking coal business

Teck Resources Ltd. says it has received an unspecified number of “indications…

The Teck Resources logo is seen on a podium before the company's special meeting of shareholders, in Vancouver on April 26, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, centre, Rechie Valdez, Member of Parliament for Mississauga, and Kevin Lamoureux, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg North, make an announcement regarding visa-free travel in the Winnipeg airport, Tuesday, June 6, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods

Known travellers from 13 more countries can skip visa to come to Canada: minister

Low-risk travellers from 13 more countries will be able to skip a…

Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, centre, Rechie Valdez, Member of Parliament for Mississauga, and Kevin Lamoureux, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg North, make an announcement regarding visa-free travel in the Winnipeg airport, Tuesday, June 6, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods
Homicide detective Michael Campeau prepares to hold a press conference to discusses the arrest of Michael White at police headquarters in Edmonton, Tuesday, July 19, 2005. The Parole Board of Canada says Michael White, convicted of killing his pregnant wife and dumping her body in a ditch 17 years ago, was granted full parole following a review of his case. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Scott

Michael White, convicted of killing pregnant wife, gets full parole

An Edmonton man convicted of killing his pregnant wife and dumping her…

Homicide detective Michael Campeau prepares to hold a press conference to discusses the arrest of Michael White at police headquarters in Edmonton, Tuesday, July 19, 2005. The Parole Board of Canada says Michael White, convicted of killing his pregnant wife and dumping her body in a ditch 17 years ago, was granted full parole following a review of his case. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Scott
FILE - The OpenAI logo is seen on a mobile phone in front of a computer screen displaying output from ChatGPT, March 21, 2023, in Boston. The head of the artificial intelligence company that makes ChatGPT is set to testify to Congress as lawmakers call for new rules to guide the rapid development of AI technology. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is scheduled to speak at a Senate hearing Tuesday, May 16. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)

OpenAI CEO suggests international agency like UN’s nuclear watchdog could oversee AI

Artificial intelligence poses an “existential risk” to humanity, a key innovator warned…

FILE - The OpenAI logo is seen on a mobile phone in front of a computer screen displaying output from ChatGPT, March 21, 2023, in Boston. The head of the artificial intelligence company that makes ChatGPT is set to testify to Congress as lawmakers call for new rules to guide the rapid development of AI technology. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is scheduled to speak at a Senate hearing Tuesday, May 16. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)
Former President Donald Trump plays during the LIV Golf Pro-Am at Trump National Golf Club, Thursday, May 25, 2023, in Sterling, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

PGA Tour, Europe to merge with Saudis and end LIV Golf litigation

The most disruptive year in golf ended Tuesday when the PGA Tour…

Former President Donald Trump plays during the LIV Golf Pro-Am at Trump National Golf Club, Thursday, May 25, 2023, in Sterling, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
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Feds warn 2023 on track to be the worst fire season ever seen in Canada

Canada’s emergency preparedness minister says images of wildfires burning across the country…

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David Johnston looks on during a a farewell reception in Ottawa on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017. Special rapporteur David Johnston is expected to release his decision Tuesday on whether the federal Liberals should hold a public inquiry on foreign interference. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

David Johnston expected to begin public meetings on foreign interference next month

Former governor general David Johnston says he will begin holding public meetings…

David Johnston looks on during a a farewell reception in Ottawa on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017. Special rapporteur David Johnston is expected to release his decision Tuesday on whether the federal Liberals should hold a public inquiry on foreign interference. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
A Canadian passport sits on a suitcase in Ottawa on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023. Advocates for would-be Canadians born abroad say Conservative efforts to filibuster amendments to the Citizenship Act are threatening their hopes of passing their nationality on to their children and grandchildren. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

Conservative filibuster threatens potential citizenship for children born abroad

Advocates for would-be Canadians born abroad say Conservative efforts to filibuster amendments…

A Canadian passport sits on a suitcase in Ottawa on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023. Advocates for would-be Canadians born abroad say Conservative efforts to filibuster amendments to the Citizenship Act are threatening their hopes of passing their nationality on to their children and grandchildren. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
National President of the Union of Veterans' Affairs Employees, Virginia Vaillancourt, poses for a photo in Ottawa, on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. A union representing workers at Veterans Affairs Canada is calling the rehabilitation services contract a failure six months after it was implemented. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby

Union gives failing grade to companies handling veterans rehabilitation contract

The union representing workers at Veterans Affairs Canada is calling the deal…

National President of the Union of Veterans' Affairs Employees, Virginia Vaillancourt, poses for a photo in Ottawa, on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. A union representing workers at Veterans Affairs Canada is calling the rehabilitation services contract a failure six months after it was implemented. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby
Federal Sports Minister Jacques Olivier, left, presents a cheque to chairman of the Calgary Olympic Development Association Bob Niven at a ceremony in Calgary on March 30, 1984. Niven, who was president of the bid committee for the 1988 Calgary Winter Games, died May 26 at the age of 80. Niven was vice-chair of the organizing committee and served as mayor of the Olympic village during the Games. Canada Olympic Park named its high-performance training facility in his honour. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Pat Price

Calgary ‘88 Olympic Games leader Bob Niven dead at 80

One of the men who brought the Winter Olympic Games to Calgary…

Federal Sports Minister Jacques Olivier, left, presents a cheque to chairman of the Calgary Olympic Development Association Bob Niven at a ceremony in Calgary on March 30, 1984. Niven, who was president of the bid committee for the 1988 Calgary Winter Games, died May 26 at the age of 80. Niven was vice-chair of the organizing committee and served as mayor of the Olympic village during the Games. Canada Olympic Park named its high-performance training facility in his honour. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Pat Price
Flanked by Conservative Finance and Middle Class Prosperity critic Jasraj Singh Hallan and Conservative deputy leader Melissa Lantsman and other members of Parliament, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre speaks with reporters in the Foyer of the House of Commons, Monday, June 5, 2023 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

Liberals accuse Tories of ‘hijacking’ Parliament after threatening to filibuster

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is threatening to use procedural tools to delay…

Flanked by Conservative Finance and Middle Class Prosperity critic Jasraj Singh Hallan and Conservative deputy leader Melissa Lantsman and other members of Parliament, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre speaks with reporters in the Foyer of the House of Commons, Monday, June 5, 2023 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Department of Natural Resources and Renewables firefighter Kalen MacMullin of Sydney, N.S. works on a fire in Shelburne County, N.S. in a Thursday, June 1, 2023 handout photo. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is scheduled to provide an update on the wildfires that have caused widespread destruction in several provinces. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Communications Nova Scotia **MANDATORY CREDIT**

Wildfire risk remains well above average across Canada this month

An area of land 11 times bigger than the city of Toronto…

Department of Natural Resources and Renewables firefighter Kalen MacMullin of Sydney, N.S. works on a fire in Shelburne County, N.S. in a Thursday, June 1, 2023 handout photo. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is scheduled to provide an update on the wildfires that have caused widespread destruction in several provinces. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Communications Nova Scotia **MANDATORY CREDIT**
The Calgary skyline including the saddledome is shown on Friday, Sept. 15, 2017. (File photo by THE CANADIAN PRESS)

City official says Calgary Flames arena deal to include a 35-year commitment to stay

A $1.2-billion deal to replace Calgary’s aging Saddledome with a new National…

The Calgary skyline including the saddledome is shown on Friday, Sept. 15, 2017. (File photo by THE CANADIAN PRESS)
Children stand to sing O Canada after being sworn-in as Canadian citizens at the Halifax Citadel in Halifax on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darren Calabrese

‘Travesty’ or ‘forward thinking’? Hundreds weigh in on one-click citizenship oath

Immigration Minister Sean Fraser pitched the concept as a way to quickly work through the backlog

Children stand to sing O Canada after being sworn-in as Canadian citizens at the Halifax Citadel in Halifax on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darren Calabrese