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Tuesday, February 09, 2010
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Canada - National
Minister Kent defends free speech rights in Venezuela
Feb 9, 2010, 1:00 pmMinister of State for the Americas Peter Kent takes a stand in defence of democratic principles in Venezuela.
University Loses China Accreditation After Dalai Lama Honour
Feb 8, 2010, 1:00 pmThe Chinese regime’s vehement opposition to recognition of the Dalai Lama has meant repercussions for the University of Calgary.
Psychologist Brings Calm to Haiti Chaos
Feb 8, 2010, 2:00 amMental health experts believe Haiti earthquake survivors face long-term challenges and need special help coping with the psychological trauma.
NDP Leader Fighting Prostate Cancer
Feb 5, 2010, 3:00 pmNDP leader Jack Layton announced that he is undergoing treatment for prostate cancer but will stay on as party leader.
Mayors Urge Ongoing Infrastructure Funding
Feb 4, 2010, 3:00 pmMayors of Canada are urging the federal government to balance the budget without cutting infrastructure funding.
End Asbestos Exports, Scientists Tell Charest
Feb 3, 2010, 1:00 amScientists from 28 countries have called on Quebec Premier Jean Charest to ban asbestos exports to developing countries.
Wilderness Program Aims to Help Young Veterans
Feb 3, 2010, 1:00 amA young veteran hopes wilderness trips in the Rocky Mountains will help veterans adjust to civilian life.
Canada Welcomes Fourth Flight of Haitian Orphans
Feb 3, 2010, 1:00 amA fourth flight of Haitian children arrived in Canada on Feb. 3, bringing 31 adoptees to be united with their new Canadian families.
Canada in Brief Feb. 3 - 9
Feb 3, 2010, 12:00 amConcerns over the location and logistics for Friday and Saturday’s G7 meeting in Nunavut have not been alleviated.
Canada Welcomes More Haitian Orphans
Jan 31, 2010, 6:00 pmCanadian adoptive parents welcomed the third group of Haitian children to Canada as focus in Haiti turns to reuniting families.
