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Hockey Canada has dropped a non-disclosure agreement with the complainant of a high-profile alleged group sexual assault in 2018 involving eight hockey players including some members of the world junior team, CBC News has learned. The complainant’s lawyer Rob Talach says Hockey Canada approached his client on July 22 and asked if …
Read More »Snuneymuxw First Nation, B.C. Ferries sign formal agreement guiding business decisions in nation’s territory
B.C. Ferries and the Snuneymuxw First Nation say they’ve entered into a historic formal agreement recognizing the nation’s treaty rights, that will guide the ferry company’s business decisions in Snuneymuxw territory in Nanaimo, on Vancouver Island. “It’s a first of its kind [agreement] between B.C. Ferries and a First Nation,” said …
Read More »Federal government, AFN reach $20B final settlement on First Nations child welfare agreement
Money to compensate young people harmed by Canada’s discriminatory child welfare system is expected to begin flowing to First Nations sometime next year, now that the federal government and the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) have reached a final settlement agreement. Ottawa, the AFN and plaintiffs in two class-action cases reached an agreement-in-principle …
Read More »U.S. senators strike initial agreement to address gun violence
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators announced Sunday a framework for potential legislation on gun safety, in response to recent mass shootings in parts of the country. The outline includes measured gun curbs, and bolstered efforts to improve school safety and mental health programs. “Our plan saves lives while also protecting the constitutional rights …
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