Monday, Feb. 14, 2022
WEST NEWS ADVISORY
Here are the top Western stories so far today from The Canadian Press. All times are local unless otherwise stated. Entries are subject to change as news develops. If you have questions you can contact B.C./Yukon bureau chief Kevin Ward at kevin.ward@thecanadianpress.com, 604-692-1160, Prairies bureau chief Chris Purdy at chris.purdy@thecanadianpress.com, 780-412-6252, or acting Prairies news editor Colette Derworiz at colette.derworiz@thecanadianpress.com, 780-412-6263, or B.C./Yukon news editor Terri Theodore at terri.theodore@thecanadianpress.com, 604-692-1171.
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NEWS NOW
Trudeau, premiers discussing Emergencies Act
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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada -- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is consulting the premiers about using the Emergencies Act as antigovernment blockades continue to paralyze Ottawa and shutter multiple border crossings with the United States. , Photos: 1
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RCMP arrest 11, seize weapons at Alberta border
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Coutts, Alberta, Canada -- RCMP say they have arrested 11 people at the main United States border crossing in southern Alberta after becoming aware of a cache of firearms and ammunition.
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Officers working with protesters to open traffic
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RCMP say investigators are speaking with organizers of a blockade near Emerson today in an attempt to open up a lane of traffic to allow vehicles to cross the Manitoba-U. S. border on both sides. , Photos: 1
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Some parents anxious about no masks in schools
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Edmonton, Alberta, Canada -- After nearly two years of going to school with their faces covered, students in Alberta now have the option to ditch their masks. By Fakiha Baig. , Photos: 1
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Saskatchewan ends proof of vaccination policy
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Regina, , -- Saskatchewan has lifted its public health order that required residents to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test to enter most businesses. , Photos: 1
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COMING LATER
VANCOUVER -- A trial continues for Craig James, the former clerk of the B.C. legislature, continues on charges of breach of trust by a public officer and fraud. The Canadian Press is covering.
VICTORIA -- Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General Mike Farnworth and Nicolas Jimenez, president and CEO, ICBC, make an announcement related to auto insurance in British Columbia. The Canadian Press is covering.
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