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Integrated Organized Crime Unit – North – Charges Laid After Organized Crime Investigation in Saskatchewan

Project FORSETI is a significant investigation conducted by the Integrated Organized Crime Unit – North (IOC – North); this unit includes members from the RCMP and the Saskatoon Police Service. This project is a result of an investigation that began in November, 2013, into organized crime in Saskatchewan. Yesterday, search warrants were executed in Saskatoon…
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RCMP on Radicalization in Communities
The Key issue of radicalization is not centred around a location, local economy or other geographic concern. Rather, it lies with identifying those persons, wherever they may choose to live or work, who may be vulnerable to being radicalized for a specific purpose. The national policing perspective is that we need to help them by…
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RCMP Lake Louise – Male Wanted for May 2014 Fatal MVC
As previously reported, on the 24th of May 2014, Lake Louise RCMP responded to a Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision on Hwy 1, 2 km west of Lake Louise, of a 2002 BMW X5, being driven by Varden HOVAKIMYAN, where both occupants of the vehicle where ejected and the female passenger died at the scene. Charges…
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Police Searches – News Conference And Court Appearances

Fifteen people are expected to appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. to face dozens of charges following searches in Saskatoon and other locations in Saskatchewan and Alberta yesterday. The 15 are facing charges including drug trafficking, weapons, assault, and proceeds of crime. The Saskatoon Police Service and the…
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Restaurant Search App Zomato Makes Landmark Acquisition of Urbanspoon to Fuel Global Expansion

SEATTLE /CNW/ – (Monday) Zomato, a leading restaurant search app, announced it has acquired IAC-owned Urbanspoon in one of the largest purchases ever of a U.S.-based consumer Internet company by an Indian startup. The strategic deal marks Zomato’s entrance into North America and strengthens its position as a premiere destination for millions of people around…
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RCMP Airdrie – Multiple Thefts and Property Offences
Stolen Truck Recovered Airdrie, Alberta – On January 10th, 2015 at approximately 7:00 am, an rural resident on Highway 566 started their truck and left it outside to warm up. When the resident returned they found that the truck had been stolen. The truck was later recovered by Chestermere RCMP on January 11th, 2015 at…
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Target Corporation Announces Plans to Discontinue Canadian Operations

Target Canada takes steps to ensure a fair and orderly exit, seeks Court approval to begin liquidation process under the CCAA Company provides update on fourth quarter performance in the U.S. MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 15, 2015 /CNW/ – Today Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) (the “Company”) announces that it plans to discontinue operating stores in Canada through its…
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Haiti earthquake in 2010 leads to largest single country response in Red Cross history

Calgary – It has been five years since a 7.0 magnitude earthquake devastated Haiti, leading to the largest single country response in Red Cross history. While much progress has been made following the disaster on January 12, 2010, the Canadian Red Cross continues its long-term recovery efforts to help Haitians rebuild and strengthen their…
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LA Times: Yosemite climbers pass another milestone in El Capitan free climb

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RCMP Olds – Seeking Suspect
On January 7, 2015 RCMP responded to a break in to a rural mailbox. Pieces of mail had been removed from the mailbox and evidence recovered at the scene lead RCMP to the Pomeroy Inn and Suites and identifying a male suspect. Investigation at the Pomeroy Inn and Suites revealed that the suspect fraudulently obtained…
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Infographic: The Truth About Conflict Diamonds

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Premier Prentice to Discuss Alberta Energy and Market Access in Texas

Premier Jim Prentice will travel to Houston to meet with energy executives and participate in an event celebrating Canada’s contribution to energy security. While in Texas, Premier Prentice will meet with oil and gas executives to discuss the current economics of the energy sector. “Our government is focused on enhancing market access for our resources.…
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Alberta Strengthens Relationships with Key U.S. Partners
Sharing Alberta’s responsible energy development record, increasing market access and discussing infrastructure opportunities top the agenda as three MLAs take part in a series of meetings in the United States starting January 13. Cal Dallas, MLA for Red Deer-South, Alana DeLong, MLA for Calgary-Bow and Cathy Olesen, MLA for Sherwood Park will participate in forums…
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Liberals Wrap Up Tour of the North

INUVIK, NWT – Liberal Party of Canada Leader, Justin Trudeau, kicked off a five-day tour of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut on Friday focused on working with Northerners to ensure that they have a real and fair chance at success. “Liberals understand that you cannot truly appreciate the challenges faced by Canadians up North until…
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Metro News Update: Edmonton arts community shocked after early morning Roxy Theatre fire


