Drugs have surpassed alcohol as the top substance found in road deaths. But experts say the data must be read with caution
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World Humanist Congress comes to Ottawa — after U.S. plans fall through
Organizers moved the event to Canada over fears the American political climate could deter international attendees
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The ‘nuclear option’: Why the U.S.’ latest tariffs could have staying power
Experts say Trump’s latest Depression-era tariff law could be harder to challenge than White House’s earlier tariff moves
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New ‘omnibus’ elections law does not go far enough: experts
Experts welcome new voter protections, but say the problem still lies in political parties governing themselves
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Legendary investor Jeremy Grantham: ‘In 50-60 years, our species will be out of business’
Billionaire investor Jeremy Grantham says environmental risks are being ignored by markets and threaten humanity’s future
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Family history is critical to health. A new study shows how to collect it better
A recent study shows there is a simple way to improve doctors’ understanding of their patients’ risk profiles
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Summer byelections a test of federal parties’ strengths
Analysts say the Liberals’ popularity should not be taken for granted, and three August byelections will be a key testing ground
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Churches that ran residential schools help fund new reconciliation centre
Anglican, Presbyterian and United churches donate $1.5 million toward a new home for the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
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Trading up: Why young Canadians are choosing the trades over university
For generations, a university degree was seen as the path to a secure job. Now, many young Canadians are opting for the skilled trades
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Advocates and premiers urge Ottawa to renew mental health funding
A $5-billion mental health funding agreement expires in March. Advocates say extending it is crucial in this period of economic uncertainty