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Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows sued by book publisher for breach of contract

Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows sued by book publisher for breach of contract

NEW YORK (AP) — Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows is being sued by his publisher for contradicting his book's claim about the the 2020 election.
Premiers say Ottawa must ensure carbon pricing measures are fair to all Canadians

Premiers say Ottawa must ensure carbon pricing measures are fair to all Canadians

HALIFAX — Canada's premiers presented a rare unified front Monday as they took turns saying Ottawa's recent changes to its carbon pricing measures were unfairly applied across the country.
Canadian poet Rupi Kaur declines White House invitation over Gaza

Canadian poet Rupi Kaur declines White House invitation over Gaza

TORONTO — Canadian poet Rupi Kaur says she's turned down an invitation from U.S. President Joe Biden's administration because she opposes his government's response to the Israel-Gaza war.
Ontario may have to operate two Toronto LRTs amid city budget crunch: documents

Ontario may have to operate two Toronto LRTs amid city budget crunch: documents

TORONTO — Ontario might have to assume operations of two light rail lines in the cash-strapped city of Toronto, Ministry of Transportation officials say in internal government documents.
Quebec public sector unions go on strike, announce 72-hour walkout later this month

Quebec public sector unions go on strike, announce 72-hour walkout later this month

MONTREAL — Members of four major public sector unions in Quebec walked off the job on Monday and promised another series of strikes later this month if progress isn't made at the bargaining table.
Ontario plans to require salary ranges be included in job postings

Ontario plans to require salary ranges be included in job postings

TORONTO — Ontario employers could soon be required to include salary ranges in job postings under new legislation announced Monday, while the province is also considering curtailing the use of workplace non-disclosure agreements.
Military investigates member of supply ship unit over alleged harmful comments

Military investigates member of supply ship unit over alleged harmful comments

OTTAWA — The Defence Department says a disciplinary investigation is underway following complaints a member of the unit attached to naval supply ship MV Asterix made harmful and inappropriate comments toward subordinates.
Israel, Hamas conflict causes surge of discrimination, B.C. rights commissioner says

Israel, Hamas conflict causes surge of discrimination, B.C. rights commissioner says

VANCOUVER — British Columbia's human rights commissioner says the devastating events in and around the Gaza Strip are causing a surge of discrimination and violence targeting Jewish and Muslim people.
Florida lawmakers begin special session to express support for Israel, further sanction Iran

Florida lawmakers begin special session to express support for Israel, further sanction Iran

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — The Florida Legislature returned to the Capitol on Monday for a special session that will allow lawmakers to express their support for Israel, while giving Republican Gov.
Ontario registered nurses soon able to prescribe birth control, travel medication

Ontario registered nurses soon able to prescribe birth control, travel medication

TORONTO — Registered nurses in Ontario will soon be able to prescribe certain medications such as birth control and drugs for smoking cessation.