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Podcast: Examining violence against women in CanadaWhen it comes to discussions about violence against women, most Canadians focus on the deveoping world. However, thousands of Canadian women suffer from violence and abuse each year. Capital News Online set out to learn why this issue is still prevelent in Canada today. Mar 8 Health Canada stirs the pot over medical marijuana regulationsChanges to Canada's system for accessing medical marijuana are igniting controversy over the drug's accessibility and the safety of home grow operations. Mar 8 Canada ready to defend declining seal industryCanada is defending the sealing industry against the European Union's ban on seal products at the World Trade Organization. Mar 8 Cost of killing the huntDelegates from 177 countries vote down a suggestion to ban the trade in polar bear skins. Hunters and policy makers say that decision protects a vital economy in Canada's remote northern communities. Mar 8 The debate over food regulationHigh levels of sodium and trans fat are responsible for thousands of deaths in countries like Canada and the United States, still the government chooses to stay out of people's kitchens. As parliament looks at lowering sodium levels, it begs the question: at what point should the government intervene? Feb 15 It’s time to start regulating salt, says NDP MPAn NDP private member's bill is tackling Canadians' love of salt, arguing it's time for the government to start regulating sodium levels in foods. Feb 15 |
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Illegal nuptialsCanada is cracking down on immigration marriage fraud with new legislation that came into effect this year. While some say the new laws are protecting Canadians, others are more skeptical about who it's actually helping. Video
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