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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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Business, Economy, Environment, Labour

February 19, 2026

Ian Bickis

Ontario Teachers’ pension shifts climate strategy from emissions to investments

TORONTO — The Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board says it’s…

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Business, Justice, Retail

February 19, 2026

Tara Deschamps

Ontario court recognizes U.S. bankruptcy proceedings for Eddie Bauer’s Canadian shops

TORONTO — An Ontario court has agreed to recognize a…

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Canadian Challenge mushers race in Saskatchewan’s biggest dog sled event
Star

February 19, 2026

Canadian Challenge mushers race in Saskatchewan’s biggest dog sled event

The Canadian Challenge is the biggest dog sled race in…

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'Like lamb to a slaughter': Woman tells court details of alleged sexual assault by Frank Stronach
Star

February 19, 2026

‘Like lamb to a slaughter’: Woman tells court details of alleged sexual assault by Frank Stronach

A woman said it’s hard to live with the fact…

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Business, Retail

February 19, 2026

Tara Deschamps

7-Eleven Canada looks to franchising, restaurant model and egg sandwiches for growth

TORONTO — 7-Eleven Canada says the big competition it’s facing…

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Some employers using foreign worker program facing bigger fines for violations
Star

February 19, 2026

Some employers using foreign worker program facing bigger fines for violations

Amid increasing scrutiny on the use of Canada’s temporary foreign…

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Non-binary client wins discrimination case against Montreal-area hair salon
Star

February 19, 2026

Non-binary client wins discrimination case against Montreal-area hair salon

Quebec’s Human Rights Tribunal has ordered a Montreal-area hair salon…

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Were you an Anne Geddes baby in the '90s? The photographer wants to hear from you
Star

February 18, 2026

Were you an Anne Geddes baby in the ’90s? The photographer wants to hear from you

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Down in the…

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Business, National, Ontario/Quebec, Weather

February 18, 2026

Jordan Omstead

Winter mix delivers Ontario freezing rain, blowing Prairie snow and East Coast wallop

Old Man Winter doled out a medley of punishment across…

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