at 17:57 on February 07, 2012, EST.

Retired officer told inquiry he kept his files on a serial killer in a safe

VANCOUVER - The RCMP's former lead officer who was investigating serial killer Robert Pickton took precautions to safeguard his files over concerns they might vanish.

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at 17:50 on February 07, 2012, EST.

New citizen's arrest law won't condone vigilantes: Justice minister

OTTAWA - There's no appetite in Canada for vigilante justice but the occasional warning shot over the head of a thief or trespasser may have its time and place, Justice Minister Rob Nicholson agreed Tuesday.

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at 17:15 on February 07, 2012, EST.

Retail profits, higher salaries at heart of price gap with U.S.: manufacturers

OTTAWA - There are many reasons why retailers charge consumers more in Canada than they do in the United States, but one is simply that they can, witnesses told a Senate committee Tuesday.

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at 17:06 on February 07, 2012, EST.

Former premier Vander Zalm should be found guilty of defamation: lawyer to jury

VANCOUVER - Former B.C. premier Bill Vander Zalm should be found guilty of defamation for maliciously attacking the man whose inquiry led to his downfall, says a defence lawyer.

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at 17:05 on February 07, 2012, EST.

Feds downplay cost of Queen's anniversary celebration

OTTAWA - The federal government is brushing off criticism of its plan to spend $7.5 million to celebrate the Queen's 60th anniversary on the throne.

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