Canada & the World
Pope Leo XIV declares death penalty inadmissible as U.S. plans livestreamed execution
The pontiff's statement came as the U.S. announced a firing squad execution would be publicly broadcast on Dec. 3.
Canada & the World
iGaming
Supreme Court hears challenge to Ontario's plan for international online gambling
The Atlantic Lottery Corporation argues the province's plan to let players compete abroad exceeds its legal powers.
Crime & Justice
Alberta court again rules federal environmental assessment law unconstitutional
The Alberta Court of Appeal ruled the federal Impact Assessment Act still infringes on provincial jurisdiction, despite amendments made after a 2023 Supreme Court ruling.
Politics
Poilievre to deliver unity speech in Alberta ahead of separation referendum
The Conservative leader will address a conference in Calgary days before Albertans vote on the prospect of a future separation referendum.
Crime & Justice
SIU clears Toronto officer who shot suspect accused of killing Const. Marc Pinizzotto
The police watchdog said officers had 'no alternative' but to use lethal force during a North York raid in June.
Communities
Alberta orders Edmonton to repeal zoning bylaw, restrict infill development
The province is also directing Calgary to maintain its pre-2024 bylaw framework as part of interim measures.
Crime & Justice
Supreme Court sets new framework for sentencing Indigenous offenders in partner assault cases
The 5-4 ruling came in a Nova Scotia case where a Mi’kmaq man’s sentence for aggravated assault was reduced to three years.
Crime & Justice
Family of teen shot by police will learn officers' names under court deal
A Quebec Superior Court judge approved an agreement allowing the family access to information, but a publication ban prevents its public release.
Communities
Manitoba premier opposes criminalizing residential school denialism
Premier Wab Kinew says education, not criminal law, is the way to combat misinformation about residential schools.
iGaming
Brazil's betting ban drives players to unlicensed sites, data shows
The provisional ban on fixed-odds betting has led to a 74% drop in visits to licensed sites as players move to offshore platforms.
Crime & Justice
Man accused of Halifax U.S. consulate bomb threat derails court hearing
The accused held up a handwritten note after his lawyer said he wanted a Supreme Court trial.
Canada
Navanethem Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize for work on international law
The South Africa-born judge was recognized for her efforts to promote peace and international law.
Politics
Liberals' major projects bill passes first vote with Conservative support
The legislation aims to speed up approvals but faces criticism over Indigenous consultation and workers' rights.