5 Things You Need to Know: April 14, 2016
Today's Top Stories
Assisted Death Rules Defined
The federal government will outline the guidelines today for assisted deaths in Canada; only ‘competent adults’ are likely to be eligible to start. Read more about that here.
Charges Laid on Bowmanville Zoo Owner
The owner of the Bowmanville Zoo, east of Toronto, has been charged with animal cruelty related to a video o tiger training that emerged last fall; it appears as if a whip is being used. More info here.
RCMP Under Investigation
Canada’s privacy commissioner is investigating the RCMP over possible use of a mass surveillance device to spy on Canadians; the technology mimics cell phone towers to intercept text and audio communication, as well as pinpoint a phone’s location
Catering For Our Four-Legged Friends
Image via LittleThings.com
Food trucks for dogs have become a ‘thing’ in Seattle – catering trucks specializing in treats for canines; still a rarity, dogless people occasionally misunderstand what’s going on and try to purchase something for themselves
Barrie Colts Leading Easter Conference Playoff Series
The Barrie Colts can advance to the OHL Eastern Conference Final with a win tonight over the battalion in North Bay; they lead the series 3 games to none.