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Canada Reflects on 1976 Montreal Olympic Broadcast Legacy
CBC Sports and Canadian broadcasters managed the television coverage of the 21st Olympiad in Montreal.

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Nadia Comăneci Returns to Montreal for 50th Anniversary of Historic Olympics
The Romanian gymnast visited the Olympic Park to commemorate her first perfect 10 and three gold medals from the 1976 Games.

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Caitlyn Jenner's 1976 Olympic Decathlon Victory Remembered
The athlete set a world-record score of 8,618 points to secure gold during the 1976 Summer Games in Montreal.

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Leylah Fernandez Competes in National Bank Open
Canadian tennis star Leylah Fernandez takes the court in Toronto with an eye toward future Olympic goals.

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Farm-Raised Trout Stocking in Canadian Lakes Risks Wild Fish
Millions of fish are released annually to support recreational fishing, though experts warn of ecological consequences.

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WestJet Flight Attendants Issue 72-Hour Strike Notice
A potential labor walkout and airline lockout could disrupt travel for up to 75,000 daily passengers across Canada.

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Wildfires in Western Canada Turn Skies Orange
Smoke from more than 100 fires across the region reached as far as Toronto and Ontario last weekend.

politics
Meghan Pritchard Named Executive Director of Canada-ASEAN Business Council
The appointment comes as Canada seeks to strengthen economic ties with Southeast Asian nations; Michelle Bucci joins Crestview Strategy.

sports
Cara Gardner Morey Becomes Vancouver Goldeneyes Head Coach
The former general manager steps down from her executive role to lead the team from behind the bench.

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Cardinals Face Blue Jays in Toronto
St. Louis and Toronto met at the Rogers Centre on July 31, 2026, as part of the MLB regular season.

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Saskatoon Mamba Clinch Playoff Spot With Win Over Edmonton Stingers
The Mamba secured the Western Conference's third seed following a narrow victory in the CEBL regular season.

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Niagara River Lions Win Second Straight CEBL Championship
The River Lions defeated the Calgary Surge at the WinSport Event Centre to secure back-to-back league titles.
world
Port-Aux-Poutines and Rachel Cousins Lead 2026 MusicNL Nominations
The nominations for the 2026 MusicNL Awards feature 117 nominees across various categories in Newfoundland and Labrador.

world
Iconic Grizzly Bear Grinder Dies at Grouse Mountain
The orphaned bear lived in North Vancouver for more than two decades, becoming a symbol of the British Columbia coast.

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Saskatoon emergency crews search river for missing woman and dog
Search operations began Friday morning after reports of a person and pet in the South Saskatchewan River.
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Grinder the grizzly bear dies at Vancouver's Grouse Mountain
The 25-year-old bear had been a resident at the North Vancouver resort for more than two decades.

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NextStar Energy Battery Plant Workers to Vote on New Contract
Unifor Local 444 members in Windsor, Ontario, will decide on a tentative collective agreement following month-long negotiations.

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Windsor Unveils Emancipation Celebration Monument
The City of Windsor commemorates the legacy of enslaved people in Canada with a new public monument.

business
OMERS Hires CAAT Executive to Lead Private Equity Funds Business
The Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System brings in a longtime CAAT Pension Plan leader to expand its buyout strategy.

business
Farm Management Canada Urges National Agricultural Risk Strategy
A new report calls for a coordinated education and communication approach to help Canadian producers navigate agricultural risks.

world
PGA Golfer Si Woo Kim Accidentally Drives Into Canada
Four-time PGA Tour winner was surrounded by border agents after taking a wrong turn while heading to dinner.

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Oxford, Nova Scotia Opens All Town Streets to ATV Use
The town council expanded access to all roads following a previous trial period that opened select streets to off-road vehicles.

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Rivers, Manitoba Train Station Restoration Progresses
Decades of volunteer effort aim to transform the historic rail site into a regional economic engine.

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Businessman and Author Christopher Ondaatje Dies at 93
The Canadian philanthropist and writer shifted his focus from finance to personal passions and family in his later years.

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Canada to Invest Over C$10 Billion in Port of Vancouver Expansion
Prime Minister Mark Carney announces plan to diversify trade and reduce economic reliance on the US.

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Quebec Police Patrol 500 Waterways to Prevent Drownings
The Sûreté du Québec and municipal forces launch a coordinated safety operation during the construction holiday weekend.

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Europa Super Circus Visits Prince Albert for First Time
The international circus troupe is stopping at a local shopping mall as part of its second season touring Canada.

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Alberta Motor Association Warns Drivers Ahead of August Long Weekend
The AMA urges caution and slower speeds as road fatalities in Alberta have risen since 2021.

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About 23,000 Attend Jehovah’s Witness Convention in Calgary
The 2026 Eternal Happiness convention gathered thousands of attendees at the BMO Centre in Alberta.

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Canada Approves Giant Crawford Nickel Mine in Northern Ontario
Federal approval unlocks $5 billion in investment and creates thousands of jobs for the largest nickel sulfide mine in the West.

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Canada's Largest Outdoor Dog Show Held in Okotoks
The Alberta Kennel Club's Summer Classic brings together more than 1,000 dogs for a four-day competition.

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Calgary Municipal Golf Championship Returns for Second Year
A new strategic partnership between Golf Canada and Tourism Calgary provides support for the amateur event at local courses.

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WestJet Flight Attendants Threaten Strike Ahead of August Long Weekend
About 4,000 crew members may walk off the job Sunday, risking widespread flight cancellations across Saskatchewan.

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Health Canada removes sperm donation restrictions for gay and bisexual men
The agency will eliminate a screening question regarding sexual behavior to end discriminatory barriers to donation.
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Artist Uses Horse Manure to Paint US President Trump
Vancouver Island artist Wendy Chartrand debuted 'The Don of Dung' at the Sooke Fine Arts Show in British Columbia.

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Saskatoon Defends $300,000 Public Art Installation
City council faces criticism from the Canadian Taxpayers Federation over a plastic-themed art piece intended to spark recycling dialogue.

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Canadian Jobs Minister avoids commitment on WestJet strike legislation
The federal government employs a specialist mediator as flight attendants threaten walkout over unpaid work and contract terms.

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University of Toronto Professor Wins First Canada-Based Fields Medal
Jacob Tsimerman is the first mathematician based in Canada to receive the honor and is shifting his focus toward artificial intelligence.

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LGBTQ2+ seniors seek visibility at Vancouver Pride
Older members of the LGBTQ2+ community are fighting for recognition and specific care as the population ages in British Columbia.

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First Nations chiefs call for inquiry into Ontario wildfire response
Indigenous leaders describe the province's handling of northern wildfires as a catastrophic and systemic failure.

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Vancouver Pride Parade and Festivals Begin This Weekend
Thousands are expected to gather in downtown Vancouver and the West End for the annual LGBTQ+ celebrations.

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Canada Approves $5 Billion Crawford Nickel Mine
Ottawa greenlights construction of a major nickel project near Timmins to secure critical mineral supplies.

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Canadian Judoka Evelyn Beaton Wins Gold at Commonwealth Games
Beaton defeated a long-time rival in Glasgow to secure one of two judo gold medals for Canada.

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Metro Vancouver Hosts Fireworks and Festivals for BC Day Weekend
Free public events, including the Summer Lights display at English Bay, mark the July 31 to August 3 long weekend.

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WestJet Parks Aircraft Ahead of Potential Flight Attendant Strike
The airline is grounding planes across its Canadian network as up to 4,287 workers may walk off the job by Sunday.
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Quebec Minister Honors Fallen Officer After Four-Day Manhunt
Ian Lafrenière inaugurated a viaduct in Lac-aux-Sables to remember Officer Maureen Breau following a police operation in Mauricie.

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First Nations Leaders Criticize Doug Ford Over Ontario Forest Fires
Leaders allege lack of government preparation and budget cuts as 115 active fires blaze through Northwestern Ontario.

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Toronto Police Pledge Strong Presence for Caribbean Carnival
Authorities express confidence in public safety for the downtown festival following a deadly shooting earlier this month.

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First Nations Leaders, Ontario NDP Demand Wildfire Inquiry
Chief Wilfred King and NDP leader Marit Stiles call for a public probe into the provincial response to 2026 wildfires.

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WestJet grounds hundreds of aircraft ahead of possible strike
The airline began parking planes across Canada after flight attendants issued a 72-hour strike notice.

sports
Evelyn Beaton Wins Judo Gold Medal
Lethbridge athlete follows in the footsteps of her Olympian father with a gold-medal victory.

sports
Athletics Canada Coach Previews Relay Teams for Glasgow Games
Head coach Glenroy Gilbert discusses the composition and prospects of Canada's sprint relay squads.

world
University of Alberta Hospital Develops Kidney Preservation Machine
New perfusion technology aims to extend organ viability during transport and reduce transplant waste.

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WestJet Flight Attendants Issue 72-Hour Strike Notice
Union representing 4,400 workers warns of major travel disruptions across Canada starting this week.

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Auger-Aliassime Seeded Second for Omnium Banque Nationale
Canadian star emerges as a favorite in Montreal following the absence of top-ranked players Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz.

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Quebec Expands Dog-Friendly Tourism Infrastructure
Municipalities and hotels are adapting services to meet growing demand from pet owners traveling within the province.

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Ottawa Hosts Second Ironman Canada Triathlon
More than 3,000 athletes from 65 countries gather in Canada's capital for the long weekend competition.

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CTV News Highlights Art House Café in Vancouver's Chinatown
Host Melissa explores the menu and atmosphere of a local business as part of the 'Your Neighbourhood' series.

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Fairmont Château Laurier Launches Émilie’s Terrace Patio
The Ottawa hotel introduced the new dining concept as part of a broader food and beverage revamp.

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Canada Tobacco Industry Once Challenged Graphic Warning Labels
Legal efforts by major tobacco firms in 2000 sought to block federal mandates for health warnings on cigarette packaging.
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