Fires Expected to Get Worse in Fort McMurray
Authorities in Alberta say the worst is still to come from a wildfire that's destroyed parts of Fort McMurray.
Forestry manager Bernie Schmitte says today's hot, dry forecast means firefighters will face an even greater challenge than they did yesterday.
The main route south from the city has been clogged with vehicles as residents flee the city after a mandatory evacuation order.
Numerous communities and facilities in the surrounding area have opened their doors to evacuees.
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Fatal Farm Accident in Southern Manitoba
A man has died in a farm accident in the RM of Cartwright-Roblin, south of Brandon.
RCMP say a 69-year-old man from the area was trying to get into the cab of a rolling tractor to help the driver when he fell and hit the wheels.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the tractor is not facing any charges and the investigation continues.
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Opposition Parties Not Happy with Missing Ministers
The Opposition is weighing in on the cabinet named by new Tory Premier Brian Pallister.
He revealed a cabinet of 12 ministers -- down from 18 under the previous NDP government. Some ministerial titles have disappeared or been merged with others.
There is no longer a minister of labour, and aboriginal affairs has been merged with municipal affairs. There are no longer ministers for children and youth opportunities or healthy living, as those roles are absorbed by larger departments.
New Democrat Andrew Swan says matters that Manitobans care about may no longer get the attention they deserve.
Liberal Leader Rana Bokhari says indigenous issues should be a top priority in a stand-alone department.
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Cruz Drops Out
Donald Trump has all but clinched the Republican presidential nomination, after his main rival Ted Cruz suspended his campaign.
The sudden withdrawal came after Trump defeated Cruz in yesterday's Indiana primary.
Meantime, Hillary Clinton is already exploring ways to woo Republicans turned off by Trump.
The Democratic front-runner's campaign staff believe they can persuade a slice of GOP voters to get behind her bid.
