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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, Forestry, National

April 5, 2025

B.C. Premier to meet with Mark Carney over the soaring lumber duties imposed by U.S.

VICTORIA — British Columbia Premier David Eby says he will…

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Poilievre stands by B.C. candidate called out for residential school posts
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April 5, 2025

Poilievre stands by B.C. candidate called out for residential school posts

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre told a news conference in Osoyoos,Â…

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Cancelled speech by Syrian Canadian entrepreneur sparks resignation by legal group's incoming president
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April 5, 2025

Cancelled speech by Syrian Canadian entrepreneur sparks resignation by legal group’s incoming president

The incoming president of one of Canada’s most high-profile legal…

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Protesters tee off on Trump, Musk in global 'Hands Off' rallies
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April 5, 2025

Protesters tee off on Trump, Musk in global ‘Hands Off’ rallies

More than 1,200 demonstrations were planned across the U.S. and…

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Sports

April 5, 2025

Swiss-born midfielder Maxime Dominguez happy to trade Rio de Janeiro for Toronto

After disappointment in Brazil, Maxime Dominguez hopes to have found…

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Tens of thousands still without power in Ontario after pair of storms
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April 5, 2025

Tens of thousands still without power in Ontario after pair of storms

More than 100,000 customers still don’t have power as of…

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‘Please be respectful’: Call centres use recorded warnings as customer patience wears thin
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April 5, 2025

‘Please be respectful’: Call centres use recorded warnings as customer patience wears thin

Few things in life are more annoying than being told…

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As these kids get hands-on with food, they're also learning about climate change
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April 5, 2025

As these kids get hands-on with food, they’re also learning about climate change

Mixing hands-on lessons about food with environmental education has been…

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How to deal with the intense stress of political, economic uncertainty
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April 5, 2025

How to deal with the intense stress of political, economic uncertainty

Canadians say they’re stressed about current events. Experts say there…

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