Canadian author Michael Ondaatje is among a group of at least six writers who have withdrawn from next month's PEN American Center gala, citing objections to the literary and human rights organization's honouring the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo.
OTTAWA — A former combat commander who has led operations at home and overseas has been appointed to the country's top military job.
The tax agency's $6 million in TV advertising is augmented by a $7.5 million campaign by the Finance department, all designed to promote previously announced and new targeted tax breaks.
Surrey residents concerned about the spate of gang violence in their city are taking action to restore peace to the community's streets.
A team of firefighters from B.C.'s Lower Mainland is joining an effort to find survivors of the worst earthquake to hit Nepal in more than 80 years.
Police in Winnipeg are advising the homeless to use caution in the wake of two homicides. Police say the bodies of two homeless men were found on Saturday behind buildings in the downtown area.