Weekend editors:
The Canadian Press will have all the breaking news from across the country this weekend, but we also have a slate of news features planned. Here is an early look at some of the stories we expect to publish in the days ahead. Questions can be directed to Weekends and Special Projects Editor Michelle McQuigge at Michelle.McQuigge@TheCanadianPress.com
Moving Saturday, Jan. 29
We'll have full coverage of trucker protests taking place in Ottawa, with multiple reporters on the ground to keep you up to speed throughout the day. We will also have full photo and video coverage, along with any print sidebars that may be warranted.
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Reporter Jacob Serebrin will have coverage of a ceremony honouring the fifth anniversary of the deadly mosque shooting in Quebec City. Ceremony gets underway at 6 p.m.
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TTAWA - Latvia is hoping it is next after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced this week that Canada is extending and expanding its military mission in Ukraine in response to fears of Russia. Latvian Ambassador to Canada Karlis Eihenbaums says his country is grateful for the 600 Canadian soldiers deployed to the Baltic state to defend against the threat of Russian attack. But he’s hoping the Liberal government will extend their mission beyond its current end date early next year, and that Canada and other NATO members will add more forces to the mix. 600 words. By Lee Berthiaume. PHOTO.
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Experts say court system will change after COVID
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CALGARY- Canada's justice system has become leaner and more efficient as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic but legal experts warn there are still unanswered questions ahead. By Bill Graveland
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In curling action, we'll bring you coverage of the Scotties Tournament of Hearts
Moving Sunday, Jan. 30
We'll have ongoing coverage of trucker protests in Ottawa
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OTTAWA – Concern about the mental health challenges of young Canadians has been growing during the nearly two years of disruptions and repeated isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. But experts say we do not have the tools to properly assess the toll that the pandemic has taken on the mental health of Canadian kids. Moves National. By Erika Ibrahim.
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The Ontario bureau will have a story looking at whether the definition of ‘fully vaccinated’ needs to be updated to reflect having three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine.
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After spending two months under a do not consume order, Iqaluit residents were only able to drink their tap water for about a month before they started smelling fuel once again. By Emma Tranter
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VICTORIA – B.C. Liberals begin the process to elect their next leader this week when voting opens mid-week, with the winner being announced on Feb. 5. Moves National. By Dirk Meissner. PHOTO.
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MONTREAL - New Lynx Air CEO Merren McArthur faces the daunting task of launching a budget carrier amid intense low-cost competition and the COVID-19 pandemic. Moves Business. By Christopher Reynolds
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UNDATED - Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Moves Business.
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We'll continue bringing you coverage of the Scotties Tournament of Hearts
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Reporter Neil Davidson will cover the Canada vs. USA World Cup soccer qualifier in Hamilton, 3 p.m. start.
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