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In Canada's largest city, a river returns to its roots

In Canada’s largest city, a river returns to its roots

In this issue of our environmental newsletter, we learn why the City of Toronto thinks spending $1.4 billion to renaturalize the mouth of a river is worth it, map the explored regions of the ocean floor, and find out why some wildfire evacuees are never returning home.

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The oilsands, the housing crisis next door and a new partnership to bring about change | CBC News
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August 1, 2023

The oilsands, the housing crisis next door and a new partnership to bring about change | CBC News

When you live without direct power and running water, everyday…

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How 'financialized' landlords may be contributing to rising rents in Canada | CBC News
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August 1, 2023

How ‘financialized’ landlords may be contributing to rising rents in Canada | CBC News

Khalil Alibi is facing his Goliath.Starlight Investments is Canada’s largest…

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Opening ceremony gets Canada Games off to energetic start in St. John's
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July 9, 2023

Opening ceremony gets Canada Games off to energetic start in St. John’s

ST. JOHN’S —  If the opening ceremony was any indication, the…

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Summer McIntosh wins 2nd gold in quest for 5 at swimming worlds, captures 200m IM
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July 9, 2023

Summer McIntosh wins 2nd gold in quest for 5 at swimming worlds, captures 200m IM

Canadian superstar Summer McIntosh is two for two in her…

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B.C. Supreme Court certifies Canada-wide class-action lawsuit against opioid makers
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June 28, 2023

B.C. Supreme Court certifies Canada-wide class-action lawsuit against opioid makers

British Columbia’s attorney general says the Supreme Court of Canada…

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From abstinence to 'grey-area drinking,' why alcohol habits aren't a black-and-white issue
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May 22, 2023

From abstinence to ‘grey-area drinking,’ why alcohol habits aren’t a black-and-white issue

The Current27:00How to help a loved one drink lessIt’s a…

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Should Canada put cancer warnings on alcohol? Doctor says we have a right to know the risks
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May 22, 2023

Should Canada put cancer warnings on alcohol? Doctor says we have a right to know the risks

As It Happens6:35Should Canada put cancer warnings on alcohol? Doctor…

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U.S. surgeon general urges cancer warnings for alcoholic drinks
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May 22, 2023

U.S. surgeon general urges cancer warnings for alcoholic drinks

Alcoholic drinks should carry a label warning consumers about their…

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Why a song contest has emerged as Europe’s most controversial election
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May 13, 2023

Why a song contest has emerged as Europe’s most controversial election

By the time Israeli singer Noam Bettan took the stage…

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