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OTTAWA — The criminal trial of "Freedom Convoy" organizer Pat King is expected to delve into some of the social media posts he made during the massive protest that gridlocked Ottawa in 2022.

CARAQUET, N.B. — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he has "issues" with the Progressive Conservative government of New Brunswick.

VICTORIA — Premier David Eby delivered an election-style speech to his New Democrat caucus, warning of the potential merger between the opposition BC United and B.C.

Wildfires have forced thousands out of several communities in Western Canada. In Fort Nelson, B.C., about 4,700 people are out of their homes. Roughly 6,600 residents have been evacuated out of parts of Fort McMurray, Alta.

FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. — A wildfire that has forced thousands out of their homes in the Alberta oilsands hub city of Fort McMurray was held in place Thursday as rain and cooler temperatures swept the area.

OTTAWA — Canada has yet to set a date for the North American Leaders' Summit, but Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he's still aiming to host the gathering this year. Hosting duties rotate between Canada, the U.S.

OTTAWA — The Canadian and U.S. governments say they're co-investing in critical mineral producers for the first time as they work to boost regional supplies. Natural Resources Canada and the U.S.

ORMSTOWN, Que. — A 60-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of his 34-year-old daughter in Ormstown, Que., southwest of Montreal. Alain Caza appeared in court this morning, where he was charged with killing Amanda Caza.

WINNIPEG — The ex-wife of admitted serial killer Jeremy Skibicki (skih-BITS’-kee) is recounting in count her violent life with him. The woman says she met Skibicki at a Winnipeg homeless shelter while she was struggling with a drug addiction.

MONTREAL — Quebec newsroom leaders are calling out a new bill to protect politicians from abuse, saying the legislation is excessive and potentially stifling to democratic debate.