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Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) has abandoned its sustainable finance goals due to recent changes to Canada's competition act requiring companies to substantiate their environmental claims. RBC stated that its previous methodology for measuring sustainable finance activities may not have been accurate, particularly when presented cumulatively. The bank had previously committed to facilitating C$500 billion in sustainable finance by 2025. Climate advocacy groups are urging Mark Carney, Canada's climate finance expert and head of the Financial Stability Board, to take action and improve sustainable and climate financing goals in the financial sector. They express concern that RBC’s decision could prompt other major banks to follow suit.

Hydro-Québec is warning of a surge in fraudulent texts and emails impersonating the company. These scams often involve requests for personal information or financial details under false pretenses of refunds or compensation. Remember, Hydro-Québec never handles these transactions through text or email. They also do not offer compensation related to power outages or service interruptions. Hydro-Québec's website is currently experiencing temporary unavailability due to technical issues. Customers can report outages or emergencies by calling 1-800-790-2424.

A recent Angus Reid Institute poll indicates that 25% of Albertans would vote to separate from Canada if a referendum were held today. This sentiment is linked to frustration with Conservative electoral losses and perceived federal disregard for Alberta's interests, particularly in energy policy. Political scientist Jared Wesley notes that while some Albertans express separatist views, they often don't believe it's a realistic possibility. A 2021 referendum held as part of municipal elections focused on equalization payments and daylight saving time rather than outright separation.

The Devils and Hurricanes will face each other in Round 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The two teams have a history of competitive matchups. In the 2023-24 season, the Hurricanes won all three games against the Devils. During the 2024-25 regular season, they split their series with two wins each.

The NDP has lost its official party status. This happened after Premier Gordon Campbell, leader of the British Columbia Liberal Party, declined to grant the NDP official party status. However, when the NDP entered a confidence and supply agreement with the New Democratic Party, they were given official party status with reduced funding. Similar situations have occurred with other parties like the Green Party of Ontario, which also lacks official party status despite electing its first member, leader Mike Schreiner.

Kevin Fiala scored his 30th goal of the season to lead the Los Angeles Kings over the Edmonton Oilers 3-0. Darcy Kuemper recorded his fifth shutout of the season with 27 saves. The Kings later clinched a playoff berth after the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Calgary Flames.

The 2024 CFL national draft took place on April 30, 2024, at 8:00 pm ET. It consisted of eight rounds with teams selecting national players. A supplemental draft was held on May 21st. The Edmonton Elks forfeited an eighth-round pick in the 2025 CFL draft to select Antonio Alfano. There were trades during the draft, including: * Round six: Edmonton traded to Toronto (PD) * Round seven: Toronto traded to Edmonton (PD).

Severe thunderstorms are expected to hit the entire province, bringing heavy rainfall and strong gusts of wind. The most at-risk area stretches from the southernmost part of the province to Saguenay, including central Quebec. These storms could produce up to 60 mm of rain per hour in some locations. A frost advisory is in effect for the Montreal Island area. The mercury is expected to drop slightly below freezing overnight Wednesday into Thursday, potentially damaging fruit trees and vulnerable vegetable plants. Take precautions to protect susceptible plants and trees from frost damage.

Canadian ice hockey player and coach Rick Tocchet began his career in the NHL after being drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers. He played for several teams, including the St. Louis Blues and Arizona Coyotes before retiring in 2002. Tocchet transitioned into coaching shortly after, serving as an assistant coach for the Colorado Avalanche from 2002 to 2019. He then became head coach of the Arizona Coyotes from 2017 to 2021. In January 2023, he was appointed head coach of the Vancouver Canucks, replacing Bruce Boudreau.

The Conservatives are projected to remain the second-largest party in Canada after the recent election. They led in 144 seats with 99% of polls reporting results. Jagmeet Singh, leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP), and Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, lost their seats. The NDP also lost a seat they held for over 20 years. The riding of Abitibi-Baie-James-Nunavik-Eeyou flipped from the Bloc to the Liberals. Voter turnout increased significantly in this election, with 7.3 million electors voting at advance polls, a 25% increase from the previous election.

A frost advisory is in effect for Whatcom County lowlands, southern Hood Canal, downtown Everett/Marysville area, Olympia, and southern Puget Sound. The advisory will be in place from midnight tonight to 8 am tomorrow. Frost could damage sensitive outdoor vegetation, potentially killing plants left uncovered. Areas away from water are most susceptible to frost formation. Overnight lows are expected between 34°F in Maple Falls and 44°F in Point Roberts. Gardeners are advised to take steps to protect tender plants from the cold.

Quebecers in the southern and western parts of the province enjoyed good weather Tuesday morning, but wind, rain, and cold are expected to arrive soon. Gusts reaching up to 110 km/h and heavy rainfall are possible in these regions over the next few hours. The strongest part of the storm is predicted between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. in the Outaouais region, then moving along the St. Lawrence River and causing precipitation across all Quebec sectors. Environment Canada has also issued a freezing rain warning for northern areas. Rain and a significant temperature drop are also expected in the south and center of the province.

Election results and race calls from The Associated Press. Official Final Results8:00 PM Results Early Vote Ballots Received Through Saturday, November 2nd9:15 PM Results Election Day10:15 PM Results Election Day11:15 PM Results Election Day12:15 AM Final Results Election Day - Approximately 3,000 Early Vote Ballots will be counted on Friday, November 8th. All provisional ballots (3,665 and 41 voter identification verification) will be counted on Friday, November 15th. 3:10 PM Friday, November 8th Final Results Early Vote - All provisional (3,665 regular and 41 voter identification verification) and resolution ballots will be counted at 1:00 PM on Friday, November 15th. 5:10 PM Friday, November 15th Unofficial Final Election Results - All Ballots Counted|

The upcoming Arsenal vs. Paris Saint-Germain match is included in Arsenal Platinum Season Tickets but not Gold Season Tickets. Ticket Exchange and Ticket Transfer services close three hours before kickoff, with recipients needing to accept transfers before the deadline.

The article provides instructions on viewing an election map, emphasizing the need to rotate devices to portrait mode. It also mentions that maps are available for purchase from the Office of Elections and can be picked up or mailed upon request.

Polls lose weight rapidly outside campaigns (5% per day). The poll date is the last day collected unless it spanned a week during a campaign or two weeks outside one, in which case it's the start plus 7 (or 14) days. Weighting also considers sample size and track record. A maximum 50% weight is applied to any single poll. Due to high turnout, especially special and advance ballots, counting takes longer to ensure integrity checks. Witness-observed counting resumed, with preliminary results for all ridings expected today. Some ridings have clear winners by thousands of votes, while others are decided by very small margins.

Melissa Lantsman first became involved in politics as a volunteer for Conservative Party candidates during her adolescence. After the Harper government's defeat in 2015, she transitioned to the private sector, holding senior roles at CIBC Capital Markets and Hill+Knowlton Strategies. Following Peter Kent's retirement from Parliament in 2020, Lantsman sought the federal Conservative nomination in Thornhill and was elected to the 44th Canadian Parliament in 2021.

Manitoba election results are delayed due to high voter turnout, particularly through special ballots and advance polls. Counting resumed this morning with witnesses present, and preliminary results for all ridings are expected today. The 2023 Manitoba general election took place on October 3rd to elect members of the Legislative Assembly.