Guergis vows to run as Independent
MP Helena Guergis says she will run as an "independent conservative" in the next federal election after being dropped as the official Conservative Party candidate in the central Ontario riding of Simcoe-Grey. cbc.ca |
Anne Frank's tree of hope renewed in Montreal
A sapling of the famous chestnut tree that comforted Anna Frank as she hid from the Nazis during the Second World War will be planted in Montreal on Monday. cbc.ca |
Congo releases detained Que. activist
A Montreal human rights activist who had been held in custody for allegedly filming a protest during which Congolese President Joseph Kabila's motorcade was stoned has been released. cbc.ca |
Incendies nabs Vancouver film fest top prize
Denis Villeneuve's Incendies, based on a play by Wajdi Mouawad, has captured the Best Canadian Film prize at the Vancouver International Film Festival. cbc.ca |
Defying Trend, Canada Lures More Migrants
Manitoba has won new power to bring foreigners in, handpicking ethnic and occupational groups. nytimes.com |