First Nations say they must not be left out of UN plastic treaty talks in Ottawa
April 24, 2024
First Nations have one message for delegates gathered in Ottawa this week to negotiate a global plastic waste agreement: don’t leave us out.Aamjiwnaang First Nation councillor Janelle Nahmabin lives in an area nicknamed “Chemical Valley.”The First Nation, near Sarnia, Ont., neighbours a chemical plant that researchers say is emitting high levels of cancer-causing benzene.
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The BC Coroners Service says inmate deaths in the province have been trending upward.The agency says the deaths of 188 people in provincial and federal correctional facilities were reported between Jan. 1, 2013, and Dec. 31, 2023.It says that while the annual average during that time period was 17 deaths, 25 inmates died in 2023.
May 23, 2024 - 23:32 | | The Globe and Mail
A Calgary senior couple is facing a possible eviction after they refused to give up their cat, which they claim is an emotional support animal.
May 23, 2024 - 22:49 | Sarah Offin | Global News - Canada
Manitoba’s main political parties have now all lined up candidates for a by-election set for June 18 in the Tuxedo constituency in Winnipeg.The seat has been vacant since former premier Heather Stefanson resigned last month.The Progressive Conservatives nominated lawyer Lawrence Pinsky at a meeting Thursday night, over two other candidates in a contested race.
May 23, 2024 - 22:42 | | The Globe and Mail
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