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‘Gifted’ dogs can learn new words just by eavesdropping

‘Gifted’ dogs can learn new words just by eavesdropping

Researchers have identified that some dogs are “gifted word learners” — pups who know the names of more than 100 toys. In fact, these dogs can learn new words just by eavesdropping. And even if your dog isn’t in this “gifted” group, there are many ways to help them improve how they learn.

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How is Carney's government filling high-level jobs?

How is Carney’s government filling high-level jobs?

In 2016, former prime minister Justin Trudeau overhauled the way appointments are made to make them more open and transparent. However, recent appointments by Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government raise the question of whether his government is still following the system Trudeau put in place.

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Education, Labour, Ontario/Quebec

March 2, 2026

Allison Jones

Ontario teacher, education worker unions call for contract talks to start early

TORONTO — Contracts for Ontario’s teachers and education workers expire…

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Atlantic, Business, Economy, Ontario/Quebec

March 2, 2026

Allison Jones

Ontario, Nova Scotia sign deal to allow direct-to-consumer alcohol sales

TORONTO — Ontario and Nova Scotia have agreed to let…

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Business, Health, Ontario/Quebec

March 2, 2026

Rianna Lim

New study finds sharp rise in young men contacting Ontario gambling helpline

The rate of young men contacting Ontario’s mental health helpline…

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National, Science

March 2, 2026

Hoping to see the ‘blood’ moon eclipse? It may depend on where you live in Canada

Moongazers across Canada will be treated to a full lunar…

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Security guard punches man, threatens to kill him in video shot at Winnipeg Dollarama
Star

March 2, 2026

Security guard punches man, threatens to kill him in video shot at Winnipeg Dollarama

A security guard’s actions are under investigation by police after…

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Ontario/Quebec

March 2, 2026

‘Our guns are not for sale!’ Protesters target Ottawa’s gun buyback program

QUÉBEC — Several thousand protesters in Quebec City are demanding…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

March 2, 2026

Police investigating after shots fired at Thornhill gym displaying Iranian flags

York regional police say they are investigating after multiple shots…

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Ontario/Quebec

March 2, 2026

Police charge 14-year-old in sexual assault at daycare in Trenton, Ont.

A 14-year-old youth is facing charges in the alleged sexual…

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Ontario/Quebec

March 1, 2026

A short cold snap marches into Ontario, bringing frigid wind chills

March may not be roaring in like a lion in…

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