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Federal Court orders CN to compensate company behind Dawson Creek grain elevator

A Federal Court judge awarded Louis Dreyfus Company Canada ULC $21.6 million in lost profits after Canadian National Railway Co. failed to meet service obligations in 2013-2014. The court ruled CN's service failures impacted the entire industry, only partially granting claims for vessel demurrage and rejecting reputational harm damages.
‘It’s a lot busier than I thought’: Newfoundland game shop owner living out his dream
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‘It’s a lot busier than I thought’: Newfoundland game shop owner living out his dream

Devon Mugford opened Game Cave in Bay Roberts in September, fulfilling a lifelong dream. Initially slow, business improved with events like Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic: The Gathering. Expanding offerings, including used video games and a dice vending machine, has attracted locals. The CBDC supported his startup financially, allowing for swift launch.
Interview with NDP leader Nenshi; calls 2025 ‘undemocratic’
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Interview with NDP leader Nenshi; calls 2025 ‘undemocratic’

In a year-end interview, NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi criticized Alberta's Premier Danielle Smith for neglecting rural issues, like canola tariffs and environmental policies, which alienated constituents. The UCP defended its ties to rural communities, claiming improved economic conditions. Nenshi emphasized the need for better government representation, citing the electorate's diverse concerns.
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Opinion – Wisdom of Our Elders: The Contempt for Memory in Canadian Indigenous Policy

The article discusses the responsibilities children may feel toward their parents, particularly in political contexts, focusing on Indigenous issues in Canada. It examines two cases: Wanda Wuttunee and Mark Carney, who distance themselves from their fathers' legacies due to contemporary pressures, potentially undermining their ancestors' visions for equality and unity in Canada.
Alberta RCMP issues 998 tickets over the holidays
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Alberta RCMP issues 998 tickets over the holidays

From December 24-31, 2025, Alberta RCMP conducted traffic safety enforcement, issuing 988 tickets, including 242 for speeding and 31 for distracted driving. They removed 121 impaired drivers from the roads. The period saw 99 non-fatal injuries and six fatal collisions, highlighting road safety concerns during the holidays.