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Ottawa Places New Work Cap on International Students
The federal government is limiting the number of hours international students are allowed to work in a single week to 24 hours. Ottawa previously waived a 20-hour cap on work hours for international s...
Apr 30, 2024 (Federal Immigration Minister Marc Miller via CPAC)
Icewater Seafoods President Wants to See Resumption of Commercial Cod Fishery
The President of Icewater Seafoods wants to see a resumption of the northern cod fishery. Alberto Wareham says DFO science confirms that the stock is in the cautious zone, based on a change to the lim...
Apr 30, 2024 Icewater Seafoods
Studded Tire Season Ends Today
Studded tire season comes to an end today. Studded tires are only allowed on vehicles between November 1 and April 30, and are required to be off by tomorrow. Any vehicle with them on after today will...
Apr 30, 2024 (Photo via Gov NL Twitter.)
Several Bidders Come Forward to Purchase Saltwire, Halifax Herald
A restructuring firm says several bidders have offered to buy all or part of the two companies which operate Atlantic Canada's largest newspaper enterprise-a development which could allow The Telegram...
Apr 29, 2024
More Canadians Willing to Consume Food Beyond Best-Before Dates: New Survey
A new survey by the Agri-Food Analytics Lab suggests more Canadians are willing to take the gamble on best-before dates and risk being struck with a foodborne illness. Experts say it's likely in respo...
Apr 29, 2024
TSB Concludes Lack of Emergency Preparedness Contributed to Fatal Incident in St. John's Harbour
The Transportation Safety Board has found that vessel design and the level of emergency preparedness provided contributed to a fatal incident in St. John's Harbour in September of 2022. A 61-year-old ...
Apr 29, 2024
No Charges Laid After Possible Weapons Offence Prompts Large Police Presence on Livingstone Street
There were no injuries, and no charges have been laid, after a situation in downtown St. John's possibly involving weapons Friday afternoon. A large number of police officers descended on the neighbou...
Apr 29, 2024
Innu Elder, David Nuke, Passes Away
Condolences are pouring in on the passing of Innu Elder and outspoken advocate, David Nuke. Nuke is being remembered for standing by his convictions and, says Nunatsiavut President Johannes Lampe, he ...
Apr 29, 2024
Nature Conservancy of Canada Holding "Outdoor Fun, No Damage Done" Webinar
As the weather warms up, and more people are getting outside, the Nature Conservancy of Canada is offering tips on how to enjoy the great outdoors responsibly. The organization is holding a webinar ca...
Apr 29, 2024 Via Nature Conservancy of Canada
Early Bird Tickets Now On Sale for Easter Seals Luxury Cabin Lottery
Early bird tickets for a chance to win a luxury cabin in Brigus Junction are now on sale as part of the annual Easter Seals Luxury Cabin Lottery. This year's grand prize property worth over $600,000 s...
Apr 29, 2024
