Tag: CBC News
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Stepfather of Missing Nova Scotia Children Charged with Sexual Assault and Confinement
Developing case in Nova Scotia The investigation into the disappearance of two Nova Scotia children is taking a new turn as authorities report charges against the children’s stepfather. Daniel Martell, identified by police in connection with the case, has been charged with sexual assault, assault and forcible confinement, according to information provided by the RCMP…
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Dalhousie University Revokes Buffy Sainte-Marie’s Honorary Degree, Citing Harms of the Honor
Dalhousie University Revokes Buffy Sainte-Marie’s Honorary Degree Dalhousie University in Halifax has rescinded the honorary degree it awarded to Indigenous rights activist and musician Buffy Sainte‑Marie in 2018. The decision, announced after extensive review, follows years of discussion sparked by a Mi’kmaw student and ongoing scrutiny of how universities recognize public figures. The move underscores…
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Dalhousie University Revokes Buffy Sainte‑Marie’s Honorary Degree After Student Concerns
Dalhousie Takes Action on an Honorary Degree Dalhousie University in Halifax has officially revoked the honorary degree it awarded to Indigenous musician and activist Buffy Sainte‑Marie in 2018. The decision follows ongoing concerns raised by Mi’kmaw students about the appropriateness of maintaining the honour in light of broader community impacts. The move underscores a growing…
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NDP Leadership Race: Is Canada Paying Attention to the Nail-Biter So Far?
Three Front-Runners, Growing Uncertainty The NDP leadership battle is shaping up as a close contest, with three candidates emerging as the front-runners as the field narrows. Party strategists and political analysts say the race could hinge on ground-game intensity, candidate messages, and how the party frames its priorities in a changing political landscape. Yet a…