B.C. Court Rulings Jeopardize Private Property Rights
Two recent B.C. court decisions undermine private property rights, threatening the province's economic foundation. Analysis of the Cowichan Tribes and Gitxaala rulings and their implications.
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Sudbury removes fire boat from auction after backlash
The City of Sudbury reversed its decision to auction a Skead fire rescue boat after residents and their councillor intervened. This rare about-face highlights community power in municipal decisions.
N.S. murder accused awaits bail, victim's mother speaks
A Nova Scotia man charged with murder awaits a bail decision. The victim's mother shares her enduring pain as the case continues through the justice system.
13-year sentence for cold-case murder of B.C. artist
A woman has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for the cold-case murder of a renowned British Columbia artist. Get the details on the long-awaited justice in this decades-old case.
Colorado child predator gets 84-year prison sentence
A prolific child predator from Colorado, whose victims were found in nearly every U.S. state, has been sentenced to 84 years in federal prison. The landmark case highlights extensive online exploitation.
B.C. man convicted of murder apologizes to victim's family
The man convicted of killing Mission, B.C., mother Chelsey Gauthier has apologized to her family and friends in court. Read the full details of the emotional sentencing hearing.
Musqueam Band Appeals Court Decision, Assures Private Property Safety
Musqueam Chief Wayne Sparrow addresses concerns over land rights appeal, emphasizing the band is not targeting private property. Read the full story on the Cowichan decision.
20-Year Sentence Sought for Neo-Nazi Leader in Toronto
Federal prosecutors seek a 20-year prison term for neo-Nazi Matthew Althorpe, whose online hate manifestos were linked to global terror attacks. Sentencing hearing continues in January.
5-Year Prison Sentence for Vaughan Hit-and-Run Death
A Vaughan man has been sentenced to five years in prison for a 2024 hit-and-run that killed a 16-year-old boy. Get the full details on the case and the court's ruling.
Magic mushroom advocate fined in London, Ont. hearing
A London, Ontario advocate for psilocybin faces fines following a sentencing hearing. Get the latest details on this developing story.
5-year sentence for lies after fatal Vaughan crash
A man received a five-year prison sentence for fabricating a carjacking story after fleeing the scene of a crash that killed a 16-year-old boy in Vaughan. Police detail the tragic case.
Liverpool parade attacker sentenced to over 21 years
A British man receives a prison sentence exceeding 21 years for driving a minivan into a crowd of Liverpool soccer fans, injuring over 45 people during a championship celebration.
Driver gets 20+ years for Liverpool soccer parade attack
A British man receives a prison sentence exceeding 20 years for driving a minivan into a crowd of Liverpool soccer fans, injuring over 45 people during a championship celebration.
Ex-Youth Worker Sentencing: 0 to 4 Years for Child Crimes
An Edmonton judge weighs sentencing for a former youth worker who lured a child and possessed over 1,000 abuse images. Prosecution seeks 4 years; defence argues for house arrest.
$1B in B.C. loan guarantees needed after Cowichan ruling
A property tax expert warns the B.C. government's $150M loan guarantee promise falls far short of the potential $1B needed to backstop financing after the Cowichan Aboriginal title decision. Read the full analysis.
Mother who killed daughter gets day parole in Nova Scotia
Penny Boudreau, serving life for murdering her 12-year-old daughter in 2008, has been granted six months of day parole. The Parole Board cites her 'observable positive changes'.
B.C. woman sentenced for violent dog theft robbery
A British Columbia woman has been sentenced for a violent robbery involving the theft of a dog named Lucy. Get the full details on the case and its outcome.
Ex-city lawyer faces Jan. 7 sentencing for monument vandalism
Former Ottawa lawyer Iain Aspenlieder awaits sentencing for defacing the National Holocaust Monument. Crown seeks a 2-year sentence. Read the latest court details.
Killer sentenced for 2022 murder in Fort St. James
A man has been sentenced for a 2022 murder in Fort St. James, B.C. The RCMP investigation led to a conviction in the case. Read the full details of the sentencing and the crime.
Sentencing delayed for Calgary teen's killer
The second brother convicted in the 2023 manslaughter of Danillo Canales Glenn in Copperfield will be sentenced in June. Get the latest on this Calgary court case.
Calgary dentist faces prison for $684K insurance fraud
A Calgary dentist who defrauded insurers of nearly $700,000 for phantom dental work should go to prison, says the Crown. Defence argues her $500K+ restitution merits a non-custodial sentence. Sentencing in January.
Israel to compete in Eurovision 2026 after EBU vote shelved
The EBU confirms Israel's participation in Eurovision 2026 after scrapping a proposed vote. Spain, Ireland, and Netherlands announce boycotts. Get the full story on the controversy.
Unexpected Twist at Sentencing for B.C. Killer
A sentencing hearing for a convicted killer took an unexpected turn in B.C. The case involves the death of Chelsey Gauthier, found in Mission weeks after being reported missing in Abbotsford.
Doctor gets 2.5 years for selling ketamine to Matthew Perry
A doctor who sold ketamine to actor Matthew Perry before his overdose death has been sentenced to 2.5 years in prison. Read the full details of the case and its consequences.
MP's Bill Aims to End Immigration-Based Sentencing Leniency
Conservative MP Michelle Rempel Garner pushes Bill C-220 to stop courts from considering immigration status in sentencing for serious crimes, challenging a 2013 ruling.
Doctor Sentenced for Selling Ketamine to Matthew Perry
A doctor who sold ketamine to Matthew Perry before his death is being sentenced. Perry's family may speak in court. Read the latest on this tragic case.
Doctor sentencing for ketamine tied to Matthew Perry's death
A doctor faces sentencing for selling ketamine connected to the overdose death of 'Friends' star Matthew Perry. Get the latest details on this tragic case.
B.C. mom's killer sobs at sentencing hearing
The family of Chelsey Gauthier endured an emotional day in court as her killer wept during his sentencing hearing. Get the latest on this tragic case.
Doctor sentencing for supplying ketamine to Matthew Perry
A doctor faces sentencing for providing actor Matthew Perry with ketamine. The case highlights ongoing concerns about prescription drug misuse in the entertainment industry.
10,000 Cases Tossed Yearly Over Trial Delays in Canada
A staggering 10,000 criminal cases, including murder and sexual assault, are stayed annually in Canada due to court delays. As governments argue before the Supreme Court, victims' rights hang in the balance.
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