Light rain arrives in Nova Scotia as two major wildfires burn out of control
Scattered showers are moving across parts of Nova Scotia this morning, providing some relief to a province still struggling with its worst wildfire season on record
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Trudeau government proclaims annual day against gun violence
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Halifax wildfire still out of control, 14,000 forced from their homes: deputy chief
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‘Immense sorrow:’ Major fire at Montreal heritage building that once housed monastery
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B.C. premier embarks on trade mission in Japan, Korea, Singapore and Vietnam
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Opposition MPs to seek testimony from foreign interference watchdog David Johnston
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Trudeau promises to update act around use and development of water in Canada
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Trudeau leaves door open for Independent MP Han Dong to come back to Liberal caucus
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