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Donate to the 2024 Times Colonist Christmas Fund

Donate to the 2024 Times Colonist Christmas Fund

We have raised and distributed millions of dollars through our Christmas Fund over the years — including $1.12 million last year alone — and the success is a direct result of your generosity.
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One of Langford teen's killers denied day parole; board says Cameron Moffat poses high risk

One of Langford teen's killers denied day parole; board says Cameron Moffat poses high risk

The Parole Board of Canada only agreed to an escorted temporary absence for Cameron Moffat to visit a minimum security institution, saying they were concerned about his ongoing justification of his participation in Kimberly Proctor’s murder.
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Power returns for some, while other Islanders still in the dark after 'bomb cyclone'

Power returns for some, while other Islanders still in the dark after 'bomb cyclone'

The number of customers on Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands affected by power outages was down to about 3,700 by late Friday afternoon
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Ottawa to deliver apology, $45M in compensation for Nunavik Inuit dog slaughter

Ottawa to deliver apology, $45M in compensation for Nunavik Inuit dog slaughter

OTTAWA — The federal government is providing $45 million in compensation to Inuit in Nunavik as part of Canada's apology for its role in the killing of sled dogs between the mid-1950s and the late 1960s.
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Football preparation for Vanier Cup a labour of love for Queen's equipment manager

Football preparation for Vanier Cup a labour of love for Queen's equipment manager

KINGSTON, Ont. — Framed pictures, posters, plaques and vintage helmets adorn the walls of equipment manager Jeff Mellor's office at Queen's University. His work space is just as crammed.
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Canada Post strike could delay influencer pup's holiday cards to dozens of fans

Canada Post strike could delay influencer pup's holiday cards to dozens of fans

Christmas cards are a cherished annual tradition for Percy. He sends out dozens of them every year — more than 70 last Christmas, each with a personalized message. But this year, things might be a little different.
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Colleges and universities face job cuts, deficits amid international student cap

Colleges and universities face job cuts, deficits amid international student cap

Ontario's colleges and universities say the federal government's cap on international students is taking a toll on the higher education sector as some schools face growing deficits, layoffs and, in at least one case, a temporary campus closure. St.
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Colleges and universities face job cuts, deficits amid international student cap

Colleges and universities face job cuts, deficits amid international student cap

Ontario's colleges and universities say the federal government's cap on international students is taking a toll on the higher education sector as some schools face growing deficits, layoffs and, in at least one case, a temporary campus closure. St.
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Russell puts Mercedes on pole at Las Vegas and Verstappen nips Norris in championship battle

Russell puts Mercedes on pole at Las Vegas and Verstappen nips Norris in championship battle

LAS VEGAS (AP) — George Russell put Mercedes on the pole for the Las Vegas Grand Prix in an upset over teammate Lewis Hamilton, who had been considered the favorite but struggled in Friday night's final qualifying session.
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As fast fashion's waste pollutes Africa's environment, designers in Ghana are finding a solution

As fast fashion's waste pollutes Africa's environment, designers in Ghana are finding a solution

ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — In a sprawling secondhand clothing market in Ghana’s capital, early morning shoppers jostle as they search through piles of garments, eager to pluck a bargain or a designer find from the stalls selling used and low-quality apparel
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