Coleman quits politics just weeks before NL premier swearing in
Frank Coleman 60 a Corner Brook businessman and mountaineer of the Progressive Conservatives resigned from politics over a “significant and challenging family matter.” He was slated to lead the party July 5 and be sworn in as Newfoundland and Labrador premier shortly after. Interim premier Tom Marshall called the move embarrassing but said government machinery stays on track.
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Metis groups in B C clash over rights funding to federal body
Rival Metis organizations in British Columbia, MNBC and the BC Metis Federation, feud publicly as they face Canadian Human Rights Commission scrutiny. The dispute involves funding access for Metis programs and recognition between groups representing about 17 000 of BCs 59 000 Metis people amid ongoing legal battles and a key court case.
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Canada
Bill aims to curb abuse of unpaid interns in Canada
The NDP proposes limits on hours for interns at federally regulated workplaces and grants safety protections including the right to refuse dangerous work. The Harper government reviews the bill but has not pledged support. Matt Ferguson, whose brother Andy died after long unpaid shifts, backs the move as a step forward.
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Joe Fontana resigns as London Ontario mayor amid fraud verdicts
London Ontario mayor Joe Fontana announces resignation after being convicted of fraud forgery and breach of trust over a 2005 expenses claim. He says he will work with council on a smooth interim transition as sentencing arguments set for July 15 and penalties range from discharge to custody.
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