Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022
WEST NEWS ADVISORY
Here are the top Western stories so far today from The Canadian Press. All times are local unless otherwise stated. Entries are subject to change as news develops. If you have questions you can contact B.C./Yukon bureau chief Kevin Ward at kevin.ward@thecanadianpress.com, 604-692-1160, Prairies bureau chief Chris Purdy at chris.purdy@thecanadianpress.com, 780-412-6252, or acting Prairies news editor Colette Derworiz at colette.derworiz@thecanadianpress.com, 780-412-6263, or B.C./Yukon news editor Terri Theodore at terri.theodore@thecanadianpress.com, 604-692-1171.
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COMING TOMORROW
Flag a collective symbol with individual meaning
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VANCOUVER -- The symbolism attached to national flags often revolves around patriotism, but experts say the Maple Leaf’s prominent appearance at COVID-19 mandate protests comes at a moment of reflection for Canada. 800 words. By Hina Alam. Wire: National. Photos: 1.
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NEWS NOW
Lawyer says he didn't advise B.C. Speaker on clerk's retirement benefit
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada -- A lawyer who advised British Columbia's former Speaker about a retirement allowance that is the subject of a criminal charge says the name of then-clerk Craig James never came up in those conversations. Photos: 1
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Police renew warning to Ottawa demonstrators
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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada -- Liberal cabinet ministers defended the sweeping temporary powers now afforded to police under the Emergencies Act on Wednesday, even as major border blockades they decried for disrupting the economy have already been cleared. By Laura Osman, Stephanie Taylor and Mia Rabson. Photos: 1
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Manitoba border blockade ends: RCMP
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Emerson, Manitoba, Canada -- Protesters blocking a busy United States border crossing in southern Manitoba packed up and left Wednesday. Photos: 1
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Leaders urge end to COVID-19 trucker mandates
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Edmonton, Alberta, Canada -- The premiers of Alberta and Saskatchewan have joined more than a dozen U.S. governors in calling for an end to mandated COVID-19 vaccines for cross-border truckers. Photos: 1
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Safety minister warning after Alberta arrests
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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada -- Canada's safety minister says a group with allegedly violent motives that was arrested at a border blockade in southern Alberta speaks to broader concerns. Photos: 1
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Towing at blockade a massive undertaking: industry
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Edmonton, Alberta, Canada -- Associations representing the towing industry in Ontario and Alberta say expecting operators to clear blockades under the Emergencies Act is easier said than done. By Fakiha Baig. Photos: 1
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Alaska harvesting depleted B.C. salmon: advocates
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada -- Significant numbers of salmon returning to spawn in British Columbia are being caught in southeast Alaskan fisheries, hindering Canada's efforts to preserve and rebuild stocks that are declining to historic lows, B.C. salmon advocates say. By Brenna Owen. Photos: 1
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Alternatives exist for Line 5, report argues
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Washington, D.C., United States -- Viable alternatives to Line 5 already exist if the controversial cross-border pipeline gets shut down, says a new report from an Canadian environmental group looking to bridge the ideological gulf in the public debate over North America's continuing dependence on fossil fuels. By James McCarten. Photos: 1
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IN ENTERTAINMENT
Duane Lavold, musician known as Custom, dies at 54
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada -- Alt-rock raconteur Duane Lavold rattled MTV censors who banned his salacious "Hey Mister" music video from the airwaves, but those closest to the musician say he was a gentle giant who aspired to greater heights than the controversy he drew in the post-Napster era. By David Friend. Photos: 1
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SPORTS NEWS
Bottcher's Team Canada among 18-team Brier field
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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada -- Defending champion Brendan Bottcher's Team Canada rink and Brad Gushue's Wild Card Olympic squad highlight the 18-team field at the 2022 Brier in Lethbridge, Alta.
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Roughriders sign receiver Xavier Ubosi
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Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada -- The Saskatchewan Roughriders signed American receiver Xavier Ubosi on Wednesday.
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Stampeders sign American receiver Williams-Lambert
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Calgary, Alberta, Canada -- The Calgary Stampeders signed American receiver Jordan Williams-Lambert on Wednesday.
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NHL Notebook: Canadian coaching carousel continues
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Hockey fans could be forgiven for not recognizing some of the faces behind the benches of Canadian NHL teams in recent months. By Gemma Karstens-Smith.
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STILL TO COME TODAY
CALGARY -- Premier Jason Kenney is detailing plans to attract global skills and talent to Alberta, help revitalize rural communities and boost Alberta’s economic recovery during a keynote address at the Premier’s Summit on Fairness for Newcomers. Media availability at 2:40 p.m. local time. The Canadian Press is monitoring for news.
VICTORIA -- B.C. Seniors Advocate Isobel Mackenzie releases the 2021 Monitoring Seniors Services report. The Canadian Press is covering.
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