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From debt to defence, Harper has his hands full at G8/NATO summits - The Province
A Canadian official speaking on background said Canada also supports the "smart defence" proposal. The fact the budget cuts are coming at a time when members are embroiled in a debate over what kinds of missions the alliance should be undertaking, ...
George W. Bush declares 'I'm for Mitt Romney' - The Province
The Republicans, who insisted on anonymity to discuss strategy, said Romney's team will determine, if it hasn't already, how best to recognize Bush at the party's national convention in August in Florida, where Bush's brother, Jeb, was governor.
Canadians in Afghanistan safe after wave of Taliban attacks - The Province
“I heard stuff at the beginning, probably small arms fire, but did not hear any explosions,” before the staff at the embassy went to a protected area, the source said. At the time that the source spoke, the Canadians had been in the safe area for about ...
Tough times in the U.S.-China iPad smuggling game - The Province
Accessory makers do not get an early peek at Apple products, so they have to scramble as soon as new iPads and iPhones hit the streets to reconfigure assembly lines and craft accessories that fit, he said, speaking on the condition of anonymity.
Spy scandal linked to Canada-U.S. rift - The Province
The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday that sources close to the case said the leak, allegedly conducted by Sub-Lt. Jeffrey Paul Delisle, created serious fallout between Canada and the US, which was downplayed by Canadian officials.
Longer Read: Tough times in the U.S.-China iPad smuggling game - The Province
Accessory makers do not get an early peek at Apple products, so they have to scramble as soon as new iPads and iPhones hit the streets to reconfigure assembly lines and craft accessories that fit, he said, speaking on the condition of anonymity.
Proposed class-action suit will be filed today in court: Source - The Province
By Andy Ivens, The Province March 27, 2012 3:02 AM A proposed class-action law-suit against the RCMP, alleging widespread mistreatment of female officers by the police force, will be filed today in BC Supreme Court, a source close to the proceedings ...
Proposed class-action suit will be filed today in court: Source - The Province
By Andy Ivens, The Province March 26, 2012 A proposed class-action law-suit against the RCMP, alleging widespread mistreatment of female officers by the police force, will be filed today in BC Supreme Court, a source close to the proceedings told The ...
Proposed sexual harassment class action against RCMP to be filed in BC Tuesday ... - The Province
A proposed class action against the RCMP, alleging widespread mistreatment of female officers of the iconic police force, will be filed Tuesday in BC Supreme Court, a source close to the proceedings told The Province. The source, who spoke on condition ...
10 human heads latest grisly find in Mexico's drug wars - The Province
The Knights Templars drug cartel, meanwhile, is calling a truce - but only to welcome the Pope to Mexico, a government official said Sunday. "They did put up signs announcing this," said a Guanajuato state government source. "The Knights Templars are ...
'Pierre Poutine' will admit robocall role, sources say - The Province
According to sworn affidavits from Elections Canada investigator Al Matthews, and sources close to the investigation, whoever sent the fake recorded message used a prepaid credit card to buy a prepaid cellphone, registered an account under a fake name ...
Chrysler fires drinking workers - The Province
"All four have been terminated," the source said, adding the dismissals took effect Feb. 17. Two of the workers had more than 30 years seniority with Chrysler, while the other two had more than 20 years, the source said. The Canadian Auto Workers union ...
Social-network titan preparing IPO launch - The Province
Facebook's new and existing banks will grant the company an additional credit line of more than $2.5 billion, said the person, who declined to be identified because the decision isn't public. Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Goldman Sachs Group ...
Actor Sacha Baron Cohen's Oscar tickets in jeopardy - The Province
According to an executive with the Academy who did not wish to be identified, AMPAS officials have been in touch with representatives for Baron Cohen since they learned of his plan to attend the Oscars in costume as the title character in “The Dictator ...
Senior stabbed by homeless man in Vancouver coffee shop - The Province
A man staff identified as the owner spoke to media but denied he was the owner and wouldn't give his name. Porter said staff weren't speaking publicly about the attack. Mohamed Amer, 30, has been charged with one count each of attempted murder and ...
'Miracle' dog Toffee found five days after fatal crash - The Province
"And we didn't." The deceased woman left behind a 14-year-old daughter who Hawkins said is now living with grandparents. The woman's family asked that her name not be used. The RCMP and the BC Coroner's Service are investigating the crash.
Consumers ring in shopping season by getting jump start on Boxing Day - The Province
Armani Exchange on Robson Street started its Boxing Day sale a day early, said a staff member who asked not to be identified. "It's pretty crazy," said the employee. "There's not many other places to go to [shop]." The store was set to close at 7 pm on ...
Mayor Robertson's frustration mounts over Occupy Vancouver as woman dies at ... - The Province
A speaker, who wouldn't give her name, said fire and police officials would have to bring the order to the nightly general assembly so it could be voted on. She said they wouldn't dismantle the tent city, saying protesters still hope the site will grow ...
Mayor Robertson's frustration mounts over Occupy Vancouver as woman dies at ... - The Province
A speaker, who wouldn't give her name, said fire and police officials would have to bring the order to the nightly general assembly so it could be voted on. She said they wouldn't dismantle the tent city, saying protesters still hope the site will grow ...
Mayor on Occupy Vancouver: 'The encampment does have to end' - The Province
One VFD official, who wouldn't give his name, reached an agreement with protesters preparing to erect a super-sized tent that included large sheets of plywood. Protesters asked that city inspectors supervise them putting it up to ensure it caused no ...
Occupy Vancouver protesters defiant in face of fire safety order - The Province
A speaker, who wouldn't give her name, said fire and police officials would have to bring the order to the nightly general assembly so it could be voted on. She said they wouldn't dismantle the tent city, adding protesters planned to have it grow. ...
Huge total from Titanic item auction - The Province
It was purchased by a private collector who did not want to be identified. The price includes a 13-percent buyer's premium. The letter is on stationery that reads "On board RMS Titanic" and is dated April 10, 1912 - five days before an iceberg sent the ...
March 28, 2010: Mix of drugs, alcohol killed girls - The Province
A 17-year-old friend, who asked not to be identified, said that both girls had been hanging out in the past year with a man named Martin, who supplied them with free alcohol and drugs. At first he would show up at parties and drop off booze or drugs, ...
Oilers owner Katz reportedly living in Vancouver - The Province
An individual familiar with the project, who asked to remain anonymous, confirmed that Katz currently owns the penthouse unit. Since Katz is immersed in protracted negotiations with the City of Edmonton for a proposed new $450-million downtown arena ...
March 14, 2008: Hit-and-run victim had said goodbye; Abbotsford man was killed ... - The Province
O'Brien's best friend, who did not want to be identified, came to 16th Avenue simply to walk down the road where his pal died. "He was a great friend," he said through tears. "He was good to his family, to his friends. He lived life to the fullest ...