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Montreal Crown prosecutor Alice Bourbonnais-Rougeau initially claimed to her supervisors that her relationship with defence lawyer Mathieu Rondeau-Poissant, who was representing a client in her case, was merely a friendship. She later admitted to having a physical relationship with him, raising ethical concerns regarding her conduct in the prosecution. Want More Context? 🔎

Douglas Worth, a 73-year-old man who raped and murdered 12-year-old Trina Campbell in 1987, has been released on parole and is living in Dartmouth, N.S. After serving 35 years of his life sentence, he is classified as a high-risk offender with strict conditions, including no contact with children, and has a criminal history dating back to 1968. Want More Context? 🔎

OTTAWA — Recent fundraising reports reveal that the Liberal Party of Canada has narrowed the gap with the Conservative Party, with the Conservatives raising $9 million and the Liberals $7.6 million in the second quarter of 2025. The Liberals saw a surge in grassroots support under leader Mark Carney, marking their best fundraising performance since 1980, while the Conservatives maintained a significant lead overall. Want More Context? 🔎

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada's recognition of a State of Palestine, indicating a shift from previous alignment with U.S. policy, and emphasized the need for Palestinian reforms. U.S. President Trump expressed displeasure over the decision, highlighting concerns about its impact on U.S.-Canada trade negotiations amidst ongoing tensions in the region. Want More Context? 🔎

By 2050, over 1.7 million Canadians are expected to live with dementia, a significant rise from 597,300 in 2020. A recent study presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference indicates that lifestyle changes—such as a diet rich in leafy greens, regular exercise, and social interaction—can help slow cognitive decline and improve brain health without medication. Want More Context? 🔎

Canadian swimmer Summer McIntosh won her third gold medal at the Singapore 2025 World Aquatics Championships, finishing the 200-metre butterfly in 2:01.99, just shy of the world record. With this victory, she moves closer to matching Michael Phelps' record of five individual titles at a single world championship, having already secured wins in the 400-metre freestyle and 200-metre individual medley. Want More Context? 🔎