Major projects bill to be swiftly studied in committee after Conservatives vote to fast-track it

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced that starting this fall, most of Alberta's 4.8 million residents will have to pay out of pocket for COVID-19 vaccines, while dependent seniors, the immunocompromised, and those on social assistance will receive them for free. This decision follows the end of federal funding for vaccines and aims to reduce wastage after over a million doses were discarded last season. Need More Context? 🔎

Article SummaryPenny Boudreau, serving a life sentence for the 2008 murder of her 12-year-old daughter Karissa, is set for a parole hearing on June 18, where she will seek unescorted release, prompting public backlash due to her past. Boudreau, who initially pleaded for her daughter's safe return, confessed to the crime after a police sting operation, sparking outrage in Nova Scotia as the community still grapples with recent child disappearances. Need More Context? 🔎

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced significant support for Ukraine during a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the G7 Summit, including sanctions on Russia, $2 billion for military supplies, and a $2.3-billion loan for infrastructure rebuilding. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude and highlighted recent Russian missile attacks on Kyiv, reaffirming Ukraine's readiness for peace negotiations. Need More Context? 🔎

The B.C. Supreme Court has certified a class-action lawsuit against McKinsey & Company, alleging the consultancy advised opioid manufacturers and contributed to marketing strategies that resulted in the over-prescription of opioids. This legal action highlights the province's efforts to hold the firm accountable for its role in the opioid crisis. Need More Context? 🔎

Historian David Saint-Pierre dedicated months to locating an artifact from the Empress of Ireland, ultimately tracking down Ronald Stopani, who had recovered a Marconi wireless telegraph machine during a 1970s dive. In March, Stopani generously donated the artifact to the museum dedicated to the ship's history, marking a significant moment in preserving maritime heritage. Need More Context? 🔎

As cannabis becomes more potent and widely available, emergency departments report a rise in cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), characterized by severe vomiting and abdominal pain in frequent users. A study found a 13-fold increase in CHS-related visits in Ontario post-legalization, particularly among youth, highlighting the need for awareness among clinicians and the public about this condition. Need More Context? 🔎