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Concordia offers new award of up to $4,000 in response to Quebec tuition hike

Concordia offers new award of up to $4,000 in response to Quebec tuition hike

Montreal's Concordia University has announced financial support of up to $4,000 for incoming out-of-province students in hopes of addressing concerns that a new government-imposed tuition increase will price them out of Quebec.
In the news today: Temporary visas offered to people in Gaza with Canadian relatives

In the news today: Temporary visas offered to people in Gaza with Canadian relatives

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today...
Canada's aid cut, geopolitical stances challenge 'pragmatic' pivot to Global South

Canada's aid cut, geopolitical stances challenge 'pragmatic' pivot to Global South

OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly said this fall that Canada needs to better reflect the needs of developing countries and have closer ties with states where the majority of the world's population lives.
High expectations, tight budget pose a challenge for Manitoba's new premier

High expectations, tight budget pose a challenge for Manitoba's new premier

Political analysts say the real test for Wab Kinew lies ahead, as the new Manitoba premier tries to fulfil promises to boost health care, improve education and give raises to public-sector workers while dealing with the province's chronic deficits.
The high costs of wildfires in 2023: For homeowners the struggles carry on for months

The high costs of wildfires in 2023: For homeowners the struggles carry on for months

British Columbia suffered its worst wildfire season on record, with about 400 homes destroyed and more than 2.8 million hectares burned.
Freeland approves RBC's $13.5-billion takeover of HSBC Canada with conditions

Freeland approves RBC's $13.5-billion takeover of HSBC Canada with conditions

OTTAWA — Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland has approved RBC's $13.5-billion takeover of HSBC Canada, despite calls from opposition politicians and other groups to block it over concerns of reduced competition.
People in Gaza with Canadian relatives offered visas, but no guarantee of escape

People in Gaza with Canadian relatives offered visas, but no guarantee of escape

OTTAWA — Canadians desperate to bring extended family members in the Gaza Strip to safety will soon be able to apply for temporary visas for their loved ones, but the government can't guarantee they'll be able to escape.
Transportation agency penalizes Air Canada for violating disabilities regulations

Transportation agency penalizes Air Canada for violating disabilities regulations

GATINEAU, Que. — The Canadian Transportation Agency says it's issued a $97,500 penalty to Air Canada for violating the Accessible Transportation for Persons with Disabilities Regulations.
Alberta commits extra $200M for family doctors, finalizes $1B health deal with Ottawa

Alberta commits extra $200M for family doctors, finalizes $1B health deal with Ottawa

CALGARY — The Alberta government is committing $200 million to help family doctors keep the lights on while a new funding agreement with physicians is hammered out. “This is stabilization money to keep those practices going,” Dr.
As Quebec teachers strike drags on, fears rise about children's welfare

As Quebec teachers strike drags on, fears rise about children's welfare

MONTREAL — As a Quebec teachers strike drags on, parents and child development experts warn the resulting classroom closures will have a profound effect on some students' education.