RCMP say a&nbsp;fire that burned through multiple buildings in Canning, N.S., on Sunday was likely caused by arson.

Flames spread through two vacant buildings

 and several neighbouring businesses in the Annapolis Valley community just after 3 a.m.

Jeffrey Skaling, the fire chief of Canning, said&nbsp;75 firefighters were called in to help, including those from nearby communities. It took about four hours to put the fire out.&nbsp;

Four firefighters suffered minor injuries.&nbsp;

Police said in a news release Monday that the fire has been deemed suspicious, and they are now looking for people to come forward with tips. Anyone who wants to remain anonymous is asked to contact Crimestoppers.

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A fish which appears to be affected by a type of fungus is shown in a hidden-camera video recorded at a Maine hatchery and posted to YouTube by animal rights group Compassion Over Killing.

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A fish that appears to be affected by a type of fungus is shown in a hidden-camera video recorded at a Maine hatchery and posted to YouTube by animal rights group Compassion Over Killing.

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Climate action protesters were not permitted on the bridge deck this morning. All traffic   had to be rerouted and bikes and pedestrians were also prevented from crossing.

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Climate action protesters were not permitted on Macdonald Bridge deck in Halifax this morning. All traffic had to be rerouted, and bikes and pedestrians were  prevented from crossing.

Why is this online banking security feature common in other countries, but not Canada?

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The fire on Main Street in Canning, N.S., destroyed multiple buildings.

Canning fire likely a case of arson, say RCMP

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