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Once a lonely Liberal, outgoing Yukon Premier Silver reflects on six years at the top

Once a lonely Liberal, outgoing Yukon Premier Silver reflects on six years at the top

DAWSON CITY, Yukon — Ask Sandy Silver about his path from being the only Liberal in the Yukon's legislature to the territory's premier and he will often pivot back to the community he represents, Dawson City, about 500 kilometres north of Whitehorse.
Parole board recommends charge against sex offender Hopley, who abducted B.C. boy

Parole board recommends charge against sex offender Hopley, who abducted B.C. boy

ABBOTSFORD, B.C. — More than four years after convicted sex offender Randall Hopley finished his sentence for abducting a young British Columbia boy, the parole board is recommending charges against him for not complying with supervision orders.
Homicide investigation after three people found dead in Surrey, B.C.

Homicide investigation after three people found dead in Surrey, B.C.

SURREY, B.C. — Three people have been found dead inside a home in Surrey, B.C. A news release from the Surrey RCMP says officers attended the home around noon Monday and found the people deceased.
As 'Three Amigos' meet in Mexico, experts call on leaders for North American vision

As 'Three Amigos' meet in Mexico, experts call on leaders for North American vision

MEXICO CITY — From the frosty throes of a Canadian winter, the land of conquistadors and Frida Kahlo can seem a million miles away.
Transport committee wants to hear from passengers affected by holiday travel chaos

Transport committee wants to hear from passengers affected by holiday travel chaos

OTTAWA — A parliamentary committee voted Monday to launch a study into the causes behind Canada's chaotic holiday travel season and to hear not only from industry giants, but also from some of the passengers who saw their plans upended.
Yukon Liberal Ranj Pillai acclaimed party leader, will replace Premier Sandy Silver

Yukon Liberal Ranj Pillai acclaimed party leader, will replace Premier Sandy Silver

WHITEHORSE — The Yukon Liberals have a new leader who will officially be sworn in as the territory's 10th premier this weekend.
Months-long saga of runaway cattle in Quebec comes to an end with weekend capture

Months-long saga of runaway cattle in Quebec comes to an end with weekend capture

MONTREAL — The remaining fugitive cattle that had been on the lam in central Quebec since July were finally recaptured over the weekend, bringing an end to an unusual saga that has involved cowboys and covert nighttime operations.
Canada ends years-long search for new fighter jet with deal to buy F-35s

Canada ends years-long search for new fighter jet with deal to buy F-35s

OTTAWA — Canada's years-long search for new fighter jets came full circle on Monday as Defence Minister Anita Anand officially confirmed the planned purchase of a fleet of F-35s to replace the Royal Canadian Air Force's aging CF-18s.
Canada sanctions Iranian entities and officials, citing misinformation

Canada sanctions Iranian entities and officials, citing misinformation

OTTAWA — Canada has imposed another round of sanctions, punishing three Iranian entities and two leaders Ottawa blames for propagating misinformation.
In The News for Jan. 9: The latest on Canada's plan to replace aging fighter jets

In The News for Jan. 9: The latest on Canada's plan to replace aging fighter jets

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Jan. 9 ... What we are watching in Canada ...