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Kevin Stewart

 Name: Kevin Stewart Age: 23 Gender: Male Date of birth: June 15, 1998 Job: Produce clerk at Sobeys Appearance: Kevin is a 5’10" tall, slightly overweight man with short dirty blonde hair, blue eyes, and glasses. Personality: Kevin is kind, caring, fun-loving, energetic, strong-willed, selfless, outgoing, humorous, trustworthy, empathetic, attentive, affectionate, and extremely loyal. He rarely shows signs of aggression, hotheadedness, anxiety, or despair. Goals: Kevin's main goal is to maintain a happy and fulfilling life while pursuing his passions and interests. Motivations: Kevin is motivated by his desire to bring joy to the people around him and to overcome any challenges he faces in life. Strengths: Kevin's strengths lie in his caring and empathetic nature, his loyalty, and his ability to bring positivity to any situation. Weaknesses: Kevin's main weakness is his sensitivity to being teased or insulted about his weight, which can sometimes affect his confidence.

'This just feels like a weird, bad moment to buy': How Albertans cope with highest new car prices in Canada

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The cost of just about everything is up these days, but vehicles — both new and used — are selling at prices that would have been considered absurd a few years ago. Where does all this leave the average person? http://dlvr.it/T063d3

Coin fanciers flock to mint for a 'little piece of history'

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Hundreds of people dropped by the Royal Canadian Mint in Ottawa on Tuesday to swap the coins in their pockets for a set of shiny new ones bearing the likeness of Canada's new monarch. http://dlvr.it/T05mFT

In high school, I was my mom's caregiver. In university, I'm learning to let go

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Madeline Buss loves her mother, describing her as the best person she knows. But her mom’s chronic illness weighed heavily on Buss during her teenage years. http://dlvr.it/T05m0R

National pharmacare plan is in limbo as health minister calls pending deadline 'arbitrary'

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Health Minister Mark Holland signalled Tuesday the government is unlikely to meet the end-of-the-year deadline imposed by the NDP for passing pharmacare legislation — a condition of the supply-and-confidence agreement that was struck to keep the governing Liberals in power until 2025. http://dlvr.it/T03YMx

Son of Hong Kong pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai calls on Canada, U.K. to demand father's release

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Sebastien Lai says he’s hopeful the Canadian government could join calls for his father’s release following a meeting with Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly. http://dlvr.it/T03Y9F

NDP calling for 'disciplinary measures' for Speaker Fergus, won't ask him to resign

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New Democrats are calling on the House of Commons to impose "disciplinary measures" on embattled Speaker Greg Fergus — but the party will not call for his resignation. http://dlvr.it/T03Xsr

Canada's new dental-care plan could impact nearly 9 million Canadians — are you one of them?

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Beer, wine, pre-mixed cocktails coming to Ontario corner stores, but not until 2026: sources

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Premier Doug Ford's government will on Thursday reveal its plan for changing how alcohol is sold in Ontario, including allowing all supermarkets, convenience stores and gas stations to sell beer, wine and canned mixed drinks starting in 2026, industry sources told CBC News. http://dlvr.it/T03F4s

Kenneth Law charged with 14 counts of 2nd-degree murder in multiple Ontario deaths

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Indigenous advisory council for CN resigns, says railway won't accept responsibility

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A council of prominent Indigenous leaders tasked with advising Canadian National Railway Co. has resigned over what they say is the company's failure to acknowledge past wrongs and follow its recommendations for reconciliation. http://dlvr.it/T010WB

Ontario woman who faked pregnancies pleads guilty to defrauding, harassing doulas

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A Brantford woman accused of fraudulently seeking the services of several doulas across Ontario has pleaded guilty to multiple charges including fraud, indecent acts, false pretences and mischief.  http://dlvr.it/T010NF

Speaker Greg Fergus apologizes for controversial video, asks MPs for chance to redeem himself

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Embattled Speaker Greg Fergus appeared before a parliamentary committee today, where he began his testimony by apologizing to the country for his controversial appearance in a video shown at the Ontario Liberal convention. http://dlvr.it/T00jTh

80,000 Quebec nurses on 4-day walkout, joining escalating public sector strike

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The Fédération interprofessionnelle de la santé du Québec (FIQ), which represents 80,000 health-care professionals, is striking for the third time this year to demand better salaries and work conditions. http://dlvr.it/T00jF0

This Pennsylvania farm's farmhands are Newfoundland dogs that pull your Christmas tree to your car

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Plow Farms in Pennylvania has an annual Newfoundland Day that delights Christmas tree shoppers of all ages. http://dlvr.it/SzydSN

Vancouver's Chinatown Memorial Monument turns 20 amid change in neighbourhood

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Community members say it's more important than ever to remind people of Chinatown's rich heritage as the Vancouver monument has become the focal point of a controversial condo development nearby, which was approved by the city earlier this year. http://dlvr.it/SzydJV

Is it time to rethink how we teach math? Cross Country Checkup wants to hear from you

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Popularity of Cabbage Patch Kids was 'next level insanity,' says filmmaker

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When the Cabbage Patch Kids were released in 1983, the media attention and scarcity of the dolls inspired brawls between shoppers that Christmas season. The executive producer of a new documentary about the dolls says the craze may have contributed to the madness we see around things like Black Friday sales today. http://dlvr.it/SzyQQf

A trip to Scotland inspired me to open my rarest bottle of whisky

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Adrian Ma wasn't sure what to do at first when his uncle gifted him an ultra-rare bottle of Scotch. So he went to Scotland's distilleries to learn more about what goes into making the legendary drams known around the world. http://dlvr.it/SzyQF8

Village steps up to help bakery owners through health challenges

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The owners of a popular bakery in Ottawa's east end say they're grateful for the support they've been given by the community after they received news that two of their children have a rare disorder. http://dlvr.it/SzwwgP

Angry Grandpa Tribute Live Stream

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Angry Grandpa Tribute Live Stream

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McDonald's announces super-sized global expansion plan

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McDonald's also intends to use a combination of technology and a greater focus on its delivery capabilities to better serve customers in the years ahead. http://dlvr.it/Szwjyk

Bariatric surgery saved my life. But it wasn't the 'easy' way out of weight loss

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Mireille Cadet thought getting bariatric surgery was going to be hard physically. But she wasn’t prepared to face backlash from people who thought she was cheating her way through weight loss. http://dlvr.it/Szwjnk

Alberta pension engagement on hold until Ottawa provides CPP asset transfer amount

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Jim Dinning, chair of the Alberta Pension Plan engagement panel, said uncertainty around the asset transfer amount has become a barrier to productive discussions. http://dlvr.it/Szv4w5

'Crossed my line': Calgary traffic reporter goes viral after response to body comment

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TV traffic reporter Leslie Horton developed a thick skin over the years because of nasty feedback from viewers, but she unleashed a viral smackdown last week after she says one of them "crossed my line." http://dlvr.it/Szv4f9

Nova Scotia MP says he faced death threats as Maritime elver fishery descended into lawlessness

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MPs in Ottawa heard "alarming" accounts Thursday of failed Canadian government efforts to thwart the international illicit fishery for baby eels, or elvers, earlier this year. http://dlvr.it/Szv4QM

Witness alleges Winnipeg police fatally shot unarmed man without warning

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Carrie Blaydon is replaying Dustin Hatcher's death over and over in her mind since he was shot by police. http://dlvr.it/Sztp0Z

Early Maud Lewis paintings hidden away in a box fetch above estimates at auction

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The paintings attracted interest — and bids — from all over North America, according to Sarah Jones of Jones Auction House in Saint John.  http://dlvr.it/SztnfF

CIBC fined $1.3M for failing to comply with money laundering and terrorist financing rules

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Canada's financial intelligence agency says it has levied a $1.3-million penalty against CIBC for non-compliance with money laundering and terrorist financing measures. http://dlvr.it/Szrfhd

'Spectacular' sight as monarchs fly back to winter home

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Tourists descended on Cerro Prieto in Mexico to see a glorious sight: the annual winter return of monarch butterflies. http://dlvr.it/SzrfRn

Grocery code of conduct will raise prices, not lower them, Loblaws and Walmart tell lawmakers

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The head of Canada's biggest grocery chain says the looming implementation of the grocery code of conduct would lead to higher prices for consumers, not lower ones. http://dlvr.it/SzrfCq

How nursing staffing agencies are costing Ontario hospitals untold millions

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Bakers in Saskatchewan search for sugar as labour dispute empties store shelves

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Shoppers and sweet makers across Saskatchewan and the rest of western Canada are struggling to find supplies. Supermarkets in Saskatoon have shortages and bakers in the city are going store to store to find some sugar. http://dlvr.it/SzrLNs

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Purdue Pharma’s legal immunity deal, explained

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The U.S. Supreme Court will rule on whether the Sackler family can proceed with a bankruptcy deal for Purdue Pharma, granting them full civil immunity from future opioid-related lawsuits in exchange for a 10-figure settlement. Andrew Chang breaks down the arguments for and against this deal and why almost all creditors are in favour. http://dlvr.it/Szp7kl

Norman Lear, producer of All in the Family, dead at 101

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Norman Lear, the writer, director and producer who revolutionized prime time television with such topical hits as All in the Family and Maude and propelled political and social turmoil into the once-insulated world of sitcoms, has died. http://dlvr.it/Szp7V7

Homeowners fight to have radioactive waste removed from their properties near old Ontario mine

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Three families want the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) to order mining company BHP to clean up radioactive mine waste from their properties in Elliot Lake, Ont. But the CNSC says it’s not its responsibility. http://dlvr.it/Szp79d

Melatonin commonly taken by kids not a magic bullet, pediatricians say

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New research says it's becoming "exceedingly common" for children and teens in the U.S. to take melatonin supplements for sleep, a trend some Canadian pediatricians are watching with caution in this country. http://dlvr.it/SznqXy

I got a vasectomy due to climate grief. Now, I'm compelled to let go of my backup plan

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Darryl Whetter got a vasectomy in his 30s because he worried about climate change. But seeing the worsening climate, he decided in his 50s to take a step further. http://dlvr.it/SznqHt

It's looking like winter in Canada — with some exceptions

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'That's when the beating started': Inmate across from Faqiri says guards moved in when out of camera's sight

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An inmate housed directly across from Soleiman Faqiri the day he died said guards started beating Faqiri "as hard as they could" as soon as they were out of view of the hallway camera. http://dlvr.it/SzlbY8

What's in the new Grand Theft Auto trailer? Female protagonist, familiar mayhem

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Video game developer Rockstar Games released the first trailer for the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI a day early, after it briefly leaked online ahead of schedule. http://dlvr.it/SzlbK2

Products returned to Amazon found at Toronto liquidation stores — along with buyers' personal info

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CBC Toronto observed the personal information of three dozen people visible on shipping labels on display at a Toronto liquidation retailer that sells returned and overstocked items from Amazon and other online retailers. Now those customers are at risk of identity theft, a privacy expert says. http://dlvr.it/SzlJ69

Life isn't fair. University shouldn't be a luxury. These are lessons I learned in rural Kenya

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As a child in Kenya, Robel Ng’ong’a spent every Christmas vacation visiting extended family in a rural village. That’s where he grew to realize that his friends and family had little opportunity to fully pursue their educational dreams. Now Ng’ong’a has a dream to help them. http://dlvr.it/SzlHqc

Escaped kangaroo punches police officer in face before Oshawa capture

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A missing marsupial that was on the loose east of Toronto since last week was found and captured early Monday and is temporarily being hosted at the Oshawa Zoo as it recovers. http://dlvr.it/Szhp3g

Indonesian volcano eruption leaves 11 confirmed dead, several suffering burns

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The bodies of 11 climbers were recovered Monday in Indonesia, a day after a furious eruption of the Mount Marapi volcano, but search efforts for 12 others were eventually called off due to a fresh eruption of hot ash. http://dlvr.it/Szhnnc

B.C. doctor fired for refusing COVID-19 shot loses bid to get hospital privileges back

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The Hospital Appeal Board has found that Dr. Theresa Szezepaniak’s refusal of the shot in 2021 amounted to neglect of her obligations as a hospitalist at Royal Inland Hospital, and the decision to take action on her privileges was appropriate. http://dlvr.it/SzhnTp

Alberta BMO customer on the hook after almost $10K disappeared from her account

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An Alberta woman who says her line of credit was drained and then transferred out of her bank account without her permission has been fighting for three months to have the amount reimbursed by the Bank of Montreal.  http://dlvr.it/Szhn5N

Manitoba First Nations dive team brings closure to families after drownings

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The Oogoogeek Dive Team in northeastern Manitoba's Island Lake region, which has members from three of four Island Lake First Nations, does underwater recovery to help bring closure to families and their communities after drownings. http://dlvr.it/SzhmhK

John Marston Talks About Grand Theft Auto 6

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