PRESS DIGEST-Canada - August 22

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Aug 22 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories from selected Canadian newspapers. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.

THE GLOBE AND MAIL

- Canadian telecoms operator Quebecor requests for intervention of Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne in its dispute with Rogers Communications, after learning that Rogers intends to appeal a recent wireless rate-setting decision by Canada's telecom regulator.

- Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday criticized Meta for blocking domestic news from its platforms, saying the Facebook-parent was prioritizing profit over safety as devastating wildfires force tens of thousands to evacuate their homes.

- The Canadian federal government should reassess its policy on international students and consider a cap on a program that has seen "explosive growth," putting pressure on rental markets and driving up costs, said Housing and Infrastructure Minister Sean Fraser on Monday. (Compiled by Bengaluru newsroom)

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