News roundup — December 31, 2013

By Mallory Hendry
Dec 31, 2013 / Share
Canada

B.C. government didn't consult with First Nation community, court orders $1.75 million paid to logging company, Montreal Gazette

Canada's first religious freedom ambassador aims to defend the right to believe, support diplomats abroad, Chronicle Herald

Ontario couple criticized for crowdfunding campaign to finance move to Scotland, The National Post


United States

Fiskers founders, managers sued for misleading customers, Reuters

Hertz adopts shareholder rights plan, Reuters


International

Russia amends anti-terrorism law ahead of Winter Olympic Games, Reuters

Israel frees Palestinian prisoners in effort to reach framework peace deal, Reuters