Canada to Lead Largest Ukrainian Election Observer Delegation
Canada plans up to 500 observers for Ukraine's Dec 26 presidential rerun and expects the Ukrainian Canadian Congress to add as many as 1,000 more, potentially forming a 1,500-strong international presence. Observers will monitor under OSCE guidance amid heightened tensions with Russia.
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Supreme Court to rule on same sex marriage bill Ottawa
Canada’s top court will issue an advisory ruling on a federal bill revamping marriage to include gay weddings. Former PM Jean Chretien and then PM Paul Martin pressed questions to test constitutionality and avoid church compulsion. The advisory opinion could steer Liberal plan amid Conservative opposition.
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Warning against missile defence shield by past ambassador
Former U S ambassador Jonathan Dean warns in an open letter to Prime Minister Paul Martin that the continental missile defence shield would be ineffective against ground based systems. He argues it could fuel a space weapons arms race and calls the program a political driver toward space interception. Co signed by David Wright, the Union of Concerned Scientists scientist, the letter notes space based missiles as ultimate goals. Canada debates joining the program while opposing weapons in space.
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Funeral for Mom and Four Children Stuns Que. Town
In St-Jean-de-Matha Que a funeral was held for Lynda Asselin 37 and her three youngest sons Carl-Antoine 7 Pierre-Luc 9 and Jean-Philippe 11. Eldest Marc-Olivier 15 remains in hospital after suffering severe burns while attempting to rescue his family. The fire began about half an hour after the father Pierre Durand left to haul a load. About 1500 residents filled the church as mourners paid tribute and the service was broadcast across Quebec.
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Health reports fail to illuminate health spending detail
Ottawa reports on the 2003 health accord offer uneven formats and little clarity on federal money use. Researchers warn funds may go to general revenue, not health care, and accountability remains insufficient across provinces despite promises of transparency.
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