Girl Guides spokeswoman Sarah Kiriliuks said Monday the organization’s membership is diverse and inclusive, and leaders worried about how U.S. border officials would treat foreign-born students.
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Vancouver prepares for protests over new Trump hotel
Authorities anticipate ‘a number of marches’ Tuesday during a visit by the president’s two oldest sons.
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Suspect charged with 6 counts of murder in Quebec mosque attack
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau characterized the attack, which left 17 injured, as a terrorist act.
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Obama signs bill to strengthen U.S. security along Canadian border
Maine Sens. Angus King and Susan Collins are cosponsors of the bill.
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Anchor first to wear hijab at major Toronto newscast
Ginella Massa, filling in at CityNews in Toronto, tweeted about the impact of wearing the headscarf after the broadcast ended.
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South Portland’s legal fees creep toward $1 million in pipeline lawsuit
Anonymous donations push the Clear Skies Legal Defense Fund to more than $100,000.
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Almost half of Canada’s military members are overweight
Meanwhile, 7.8 percent of the U.S. military is considered overweight.
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Another View: Canada’s new carbon tax sets the trend on climate policy
The revenue-neutral levy is no money grab, and it works even in an economy dependent on energy extraction.
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Canadian organic waste company picks Unity for first U.S. facility
Envirem Organics of New Brunswick plans to invest $4 million in the expansion and eventually create 30 jobs.
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Britain’s royal couple continue Canada tour
The pair visit Vancouver without kids, a day after their son made news by refusing to high-five Canada’s leader.