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CANADA: Here's the bills, big and small, that will be looked at in 2023

CANADA: Here's the bills, big and small, that will be looked at in 2023

House of Commons is still considering 54 proposed laws, 21 of which were brought forward by federal ministers
YEAR IN REVIEW: Local chalk artist drawing a better world

YEAR IN REVIEW: Local chalk artist drawing a better world

Norma Lizotte tries to uplift her neighbourhood with her chalk sidewalk drawings; 'If I can at least make one person smile, it is so worth it'
Nearly 60,000 customers without power in Ontario Christmas morning

Nearly 60,000 customers without power in Ontario Christmas morning

Thousands of Canadians hoping to travel for Christmas Day festivities remained stuck as winter storm conditions forced the cancellation of planes and trains and stretched into a third straight day in some areas
Ontario Walmart turns into 'hotel' as storm-stranded shoppers get stuck for the night

Ontario Walmart turns into 'hotel' as storm-stranded shoppers get stuck for the night

Quick errand to Walmart turns into overnight adventure for dozens of shoppers in southern Ontario when whiteout conditions mean they can't leave store
BEYOND LOCAL: Some of the season's best-loved songs are bittersweet

BEYOND LOCAL: Some of the season's best-loved songs are bittersweet

A professor in religious studies explores the melancholy side of Christmas music
State of emergency declared in Niagara Region

State of emergency declared in Niagara Region

'I implore residents to stay home and be patient as municipal crews work around the clock to keep Niagara safe': Regional Chair Jim Bradley
Merry Christmas, Thorold!

Merry Christmas, Thorold!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
CANADA: Feds move to mandate electric vehicle sales in 2026

CANADA: Feds move to mandate electric vehicle sales in 2026

Manufacturers or importers who don't meet the sales targets could face penalties
YEAR IN REVIEW: A warm farewell to the 'old arena magic'

YEAR IN REVIEW: A warm farewell to the 'old arena magic'

In March, the City of Thorold decided to close the doors at the James Whyte Arena for good; 'This was the hub of the community in the 1950s'
LIVE: Here comes Santa Claus! Follow him with NORAD

LIVE: Here comes Santa Claus! Follow him with NORAD

Follow Jolly Ol' Saint Nick as he delivers Christmas cheer to the people of the world