ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Newfoundland and Labrador's new Progressive Conservative leader has been sworn in as the province's 12th premier.
Paul Davis became the leader of the governing Tories at a convention two weeks ago.
Davis served in cabinet before stepping down to seek the leadership.
The 53-year-old former police officer defeated two other former cabinet ministers, Steve Kent and John Ottenheimer, for the job.
He must call an election within 12 months of taking office.
The Alberta government says it plans to reduce its borrowing by almost $3 billion and is on track for a higher than expected surplus this fiscal year.
The Vancouver Aquarium is taking the city's park board to court, challenging four bylaw resolutions that would almost eliminate whale and dolphin displays at the popular tourist attraction.
Parents and students in B.C. should have a better idea by the end of the day about the chance of public schools resuming, as scheduled, next Tuesday.
A former NHL tough guy is facing assault and driving charges after an alleged incident in Kamloops, B.C.
Workers at Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) in Thunder Bay, Ont., have rejected the latest offer from the transportation company.
Saint Mary's University in Halifax is providing training to student leaders who are involved in orientation week activities, nearly a year since a frosh chant glorified non-consensual sex with underage girls.