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Happy Friday!

So, you may have heard about Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's plans to sell your health records. But we want to let you in on a little secret. That ain't happening. Fake news? This is an example of just that.

It began with Trudeau's meeting with all 13 of Canada's premiers to discuss a new health deal last week. Part of that discussion was on sharing health data in an attempt to improve health outcomes across the country. But a so-called news story based on the ramblings of a single TikTok user who, arguably, didn't know their ass from their elbow, stirred things up enough to make their "news" seem like, well, news.

Two premiers — Saskatchewan's Scott Moe and Ontario's Doug Ford — each issued statements on the matter, denying the digital ID claims, but the conspiracy theory isn't going to go away. But just to reiterate: No, Justin Trudeau is not coming for your health records.

READ BRIAN LILLEY and SHARE YOUR COMMENTS!

Earlier this week, Premier Doug Ford doled out some advice for the people of Toronto: Don't elect a "lefty mayor" to replace John Tory. But what does that mean exactly?

Jamil Jivani suggests that Torontonians should identify the lefties to avoid, namely the politicians who have prioritized wokeness over addressing class inequality. You know the ones. Those who do not represent the working class on the matter of public safety and have not supported more or better quality policing to prevent or alleviate the ever-increasing violence in the city. Jivani, take it away.

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Two men have been charged and a Canada-wide warrant has been issued for the arrest of a third man wanted for the ridiculously reckless crash-and-grab at Vaughan Mills earlier this month. Kevin Connor has the details.

The OPP have released photos of suspects believed to be involved in the kidnapping of Elnaz Hajtamiri in Wasaga Beach just over a year ago. More from Connor.

A man believed to be in his 30s is dead after he was pulled from Lake Scugog in Durham on Thursday afternoon.

A 47-year-old man out on bail is facing a slew of charges in the alleged stabbing of a 22-year-old man in Whitby on Monday.

The 113 new graduates of Toronto Police College's class of 2023 are being praised as well-educated and "racially diverse" — although women could still be better represented. Jane Stevenson has the latest.

Rescue teams pulled two people alive from under collapsed buildings in Turkey, 11 days after the devastating earthquake struck the country and neighbouring Syria, and killed more than 43,000, left millions homeless and sparked a huge relief effort.

ALSO:

The death toll from Cyclone Gabrielle rose to eight, as New Zealanders brace for the number to likely rise because emergency services have not yet made contact with hundreds of communities.

British cops probing the mysterious disappearance of Nicola Bulley were blasted for their "sexist" and inappropriate revelations that the missing woman had been struggling with menopause and booze. Brad Hunter has more on the matter.

A shooting at a Texas mall that left one person dead and three others wounded began as a confrontation between two groups in the food court.

Also in Texas, a 48-year-old man shot and killed his 12-year-old twin daughters before taking his own life.

A terminal in New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport remains closed due to electrical issues, affecting inbound and outbound flights, and disrupting activity at one of the world’s busiest airports.

Speaking of travel disruptions, a 24-hour strike at seven German airports will affect nearly 300,000 passengers as unionized workers fight for higher wages and threaten a summer of "chaos" if their demands are not met.

A community group in the Niagara region says it was already dealing with a tripling of requests for assistance from asylum seekers long before Ottawa recently began transferring more migrants to the province from Quebec.

According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, it began transferring migrants arriving in Quebec to Ottawa and Niagara Falls in July as Quebec's shelter system — and hotels rented by IRCC — reached capacity. And since last weekend, the transfers have only increased.

Niagara Falls may have a large number of hotels but like many cities in the province, it lacks affordable housing. What will happen when the Regional Municipality of Niagara reach capacity and can no longer provide accommodations for asylum seekers?

Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland weighed in on the shenanigans of Toronto Mayor John Tory, saying he was right to resign for ethical violations. But Lorrie Goldstein asks: What does she have to say about the repeated ethical violations of Justin Trudeau? Consistency, people. That's all we want.

Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman is gearing up for a busy spring. In recent years, and particularly in 2022, he admits he has pitched better in the first half of a season versus the second so it's about figuring out how to maintain that early momentum. Rob Longley, in Dunedin, has more on the ace's fluctuating form.

Less than a year after the-vancouver-sun Willis' family announced that he had been diagnosed with aphasia and would be stepping back from acting, his condition has progressed and he now has a more specific diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia.

The Die Hard star's wife, Emma Heming Willis, his ex-wife Demi Moore, and his daughters with Moore (a.k.a. "Ladies of Willis/Moore"), shared the same health update on their respective social media pages, explaining that "FTD is a cruel disease that many of us have never heard of and can strike anyone." And while it has been "painful," they admitted that it was "a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis." Mark Daniell has the latest as Willis and his family receive an outpouring of love and support.

It’s all about family on Monday as Family Day is enjoyed across most of the nation. Rita DeMontis has hauled out some retro classics for you to create and enjoy with your loved ones on this much-needed day off.

ALSO:

Toronto Mayor John Tory joins an extraordinary long list of powerful people who have cheated on their partners. Experts weigh in why those in power and authority can't keep their pants on.

Camping and hiking season are on the horizon. What are the odds of encountering a wild animal? Higher than you think, say nature authorities, who offer which animals are most likely to strike in the various provinces across the country.

DONT WoRRY. TLL MAK SURE OUR CLEAN-UP CREW DOON'T HAVC Too MANY WHITE GULS.

CAPRICORNs, don't wallow in what's not working for you. Make the necessary changes so you can find success and achieve your goals. Are you a TAURUS? A chance to help others will connect you to someone who will enrich your life.

VIRGOs, you can be eager, but don't let anger take over. A vocational change will enhance what you already know and do. SCORPIOs, a physical change will improve your appeal and boost your confidence. Romance is encouraged, and a unique partnership will flourish.

For more detailed astrological aspirations and all the other signs, click here .

Let's end the week with a tough one. Good luck!

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PLUS: Niagara has been getting Quebec's asylum seekers since last summer, Chrystia Freeland weighs in on Tory's resignation, is Trudeau going to sell your health records? View this email in your browser o SUIN Happy Friday! So, you may have heard about Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's plans to sell your health records. But we want to let you in on a little secret. That ain't happening. Fake news? This is an example of just that. It began with Trudeau's meeting with all 13 of Canada's premiers to discuss a new health deal last week. Part of that discussion was on sharing health data in an attempt to improve health outcomes across the country. But a so-called news story based on the ramblings of a single TikTok user who, arguably, didn't know their ass from their elbow, stirred things up enough to make their "news" seem like, well, news. Two premiers — Saskatchewan's Scott Moe and Ontario's Doug Ford — each issued statements on the matter, denying the digital ID claims, but the conspiracy theory isn't going to go away. But just to reiterate: No, Justin Trudeau is not coming for your health records. READ BRIAN LILLEY and SHARE YOUR COMMENTS! KEEPINGI 111 Earlier this week, Premier Doug Ford doled out some advice for the people of Toronto: Don't elect a "lefty mayor" to replace John Tory. But what does that mean exactly? Jamil Jivani suggests that Torontonians should identify the lefties to avoid, namely the politicians who have prioritized wokeness over addressing class inequality. You know the ones. Those who do not represent the working class on the matter of public safety and have not supported more or better quality policing to prevent or alleviate the ever-increasing violence in the city. Jivani, take it away. ALSO: * Two men have been charged and a Canada-wide warrant has been issued for the arrest of a third man wanted for the ridiculously reckless crash-and-grab at Vaughan Mills earlier this month. Kevin Connor has the details. * The OPP have released photos of suspects believed to be involved in the kidnapping of Elnaz Hajtamiri in Wasaga Beach just over a year ago. More from Connor. * A man believed to be in his 30s is dead after he was pulled from Lake Scugog in Durham on Thursday afternoon. * A 47-year-old man out on bail is facing a slew of charges in the alleged stabbing of a 22-year-old man in Whitby on Monday. * The 113 new graduates of Toronto Police College's class of 2023 are being praised as well-educated and "racially diverse" — although women could still be better represented. Jane Stevenson has the latest. 1 Rescue teams pulled two people alive from under collapsed buildings in Turkey, 11 days after the devastating earthquake struck the country and neighbouring Syria, and killed more than 43,000, left millions homeless and sparked a huge relief effort. ALSO: * The death toll from Cyclone Gabrielle rose to eight, as New Zealanders brace for the number to likely rise because emergency services have not yet made contact with hundreds of communities. * British cops probing the mysterious disappearance of Nicola Bulley were blasted for their "sexist" and inappropriate revelations that the missing woman had been struggling with menopause and booze. Brad Hunter has more on the matter. * A shooting at a Texas mall that left one person dead and three others wounded began as a confrontation between two groups in the food court. * Also in Texas, a 48-year-old man shot and killed his 12-year-old twin daughters before taking his own life. * A terminal in New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport remains closed due to electrical issues, affecting inbound and outbound flights, and disrupting activity at one of the world’s busiest airports. * Speaking of travel disruptions, a 24-hour strike at seven German airports will affect nearly 300,000 passengers as unionized workers fight for higher wages and threaten a summer of "chaos" if their demands are not met. LETSGET A community group in the Niagara region says it was already dealing with a tripling of requests for assistance from asylum seekers long before Ottawa recently began transferring more migrants to the province from Quebec. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, it began transferring migrants arriving in Quebec to Ottawa and Niagara Falls in July as Quebec's shelter system — and hotels rented by IRCC — reached capacity. And since last weekend, the transfers have only increased. Niagara Falls may have a large number of hotels but like many cities in the province, it lacks affordable housing. What will happen when the Regional Municipality of Niagara reach capacity and can no longer provide accommodations for asylum seekers? * 'VERY DISAPPOINTED': Sportsnet says Blue Jays' road games will be called remotely on radio * Wisconsin nurse pleads not guilty to amputating man's foot * Paulina Gretzky in Full Swing: Dustin Johnson jumped to LIV Golf for kids * ‘ONLY ONE IN THE WORLD’: Kevin O’Leary mocked for crying over Swiss watch * Edmonton man who lured 92 children into sending child porn sentenced to 18 years * Zellers unveils its winning 'nostalgia-inspired' food menu * DEAR ABBY: Mother's attitude, jealousy create an unpleasant dynamic * Two people killed in avalanche near Golden, bringing B.C. tally this year to 9 * WWE legend Undertaker recounts career highlights, failures in ‘1 deadMan Show’ REER ratio Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland weighed in on the shenanigans of Toronto Mayor John Tory, saying he was right to resign for ethical violations. But Lorrie Goldstein asks: What does she have to say about the repeated ethical violations of Justin Trudeau? Consistency, people. That's all we want. - SPORTS FANS Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman is gearing up for a busy spring. In recent years, and particularly in 2022, he admits he has pitched better in the first half of a season versus the second so it's about figuring out how to maintain that early momentum. Rob Longley, in Dunedin, has more on the ace's fluctuating form. CULTE?RE CI.UB Less than a year after the-vancouver-sun Willis' family announced that he had been diagnosed with aphasia and would be stepping back from acting, his condition has progressed and he now has a more specific diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia. The Die Hard star's wife, Emma Heming Willis, his ex-wife Demi Moore, and his daughters with Moore (a.k.a. "Ladies of Willis/Moore"), shared the same health update on their respective social media pages, explaining that "FTD is a cruel disease that many of us have never heard of and can strike anyone." And while it has been "painful," they admitted that it was "a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis." Mark Daniell has the latest as Willis and his family receive an outpouring of love and support. LIFETHIS It’s all about family on Monday as Family Day is enjoyed across most of the nation. Rita DeMontis has hauled out some retro classics for you to create and enjoy with your loved ones on this much-needed day off. ALSO: * Toronto Mayor John Tory joins an extraordinary long list of powerful people who have cheated on their partners. Experts weigh in why those in power and authority can't keep their pants on. * Camping and hiking season are on the horizon. What are the odds of encountering a wild animal? Higher than you think, say nature authorities, who offer which animals are most likely to strike in the various provinces across the country. TODAY'S DONT WoRRY. TLL MAK SURE OUR CLEAN-UP CREW DOON'T HAVC Too MANY WHITE GULS. FUN GAMES CAPRICORNs, don't wallow in what's not working for you. Make the necessary changes so you can find success and achieve your goals. Are you a TAURUS? A chance to help others will connect you to someone who will enrich your life. VIRGOs, you can be eager, but don't let anger take over. A vocational change will enhance what you already know and do. SCORPIOs, a physical change will improve your appeal and boost your confidence. Romance is encouraged, and a unique partnership will flourish. For more detailed astrological aspirations and all the other signs, click here. 9 1 6 2 6 59 1 AN Let's end the week with a tough one. Good luck! VA 2 See the latest Obituaries, Memorial Notices and Other Sympathy Announcements at torontosun.remembering.ca. 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