CanadaMar 10, 2025
Mark Carney Poised to Take Over as Canada’s Prime Minister
Mark Carney may soon take over as Canada's Prime Minister. Carney discussed the transition plan with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today at the Prime Minister's Office. He mentioned that he would soon reach out to provincial leaders to address the strained relations with the US.
Insiders close to Carney have suggested that Canada's next federal election could be called on April 28 or May 5. Carney is also reportedly working on assembling a new cabinet.
Sources indicate that former minister Marco Mendicino, who previously announced he would not contest the next election, could be appointed as
CanadaMar 10, 2025
Ontario Imposes 25% Surcharge on Electricity Exports to the U.S. in Response to Tariffs
Ontario is imposing a 25% surcharge on the electricity it supplies to 1.5 million American homes and businesses in response to tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, Premier Doug Ford announced today.
The move will affect residents and businesses in New York, Michigan, and Minnesota. The province estimates that the surcharge will cost these states $300,000 to $400,000 per day. Ontario plans to use the generated funds to provide financial relief to workers and businesses impacted by the U.S. tariffs.
Premier Ford also warned that if Trump escalates the trade war with Canada, he would
CanadaMar 10, 2025
Justin Trudeau to Step Down as Canada’s Prime Minister
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that he will soon step down as Canada’s Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Party. Trudeau expressed that he is leaving his position with the same hope and faith that guided him when he began his political journey.
In his farewell speech to the Liberals, Trudeau emphasized the values of freedom, democracy, and Canada, highlighting that these were achieved through courage, sacrifice, hope, and hard work.
Trudeau began his political career by winning the Papineau riding in Montreal in 2008. He became the leader of the Liberal Party in April 201
CanadaMar 10, 2025
U.S. commerce secretary says steel and aluminum tariffs coming this week
Canada remains in the crosshairs of U.S. President Donald Trump's enormous tariff agenda, with steel and aluminum duties set to come into force on Wednesday.
U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Sunday that Trump will follow through on his threat to impose 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports into the U.S.
Lutnick also told NBC's Meet the Press that the tariffs Trump has threatened to impose on Canadian dairy and lumber would not take effect until April.
Last week, Trump launched and partly paused a trade war against Canada and Mexico, triggering turmoil in the markets.
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CanadaMar 10, 2025
Mark Carney succeeds Trudeau as Liberal leader
Federal Liberals elected Mark Carney to lead their party into the next election in a resounding first-ballot victory on Sunday, putting him on track to soon become the next prime minister of Canada.
This brings an end to an unusually short, two-month long leadership race called to replace outgoing leader Justin Trudeau and clears the path for an expected early election call. "I feel like everything in my life has helped prepare me for this moment," Carney said in his victory speech. "Two months ago, I put up my hand to run for leader because I felt we needed big changes -- big changes guided
CanadaMar 07, 2025
Jagmeet Singh Will Not Seek No Confidence Motion if Worker Support Package Passes
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh announced today that he will not move a motion of no confidence to bring down the Liberal government, provided that the government passes a support package for workers in Parliament. Singh emphasized that, for him, the priority is ensuring the well-being of workers.
The political climate in Canada is rapidly evolving, especially amid ongoing tensions with the US over trade issues. When Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation about two months ago, it seemed that his political career was nearing its end. However, the situation has since shifted.
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CanadaMar 07, 2025
Canadian Government to Grant Legal Status to Thousands of Undocumented Workers
The Canadian government has announced plans to grant legal status to thousands of undocumented individuals, with a focus on construction workers. Immigration Minister Mark Miller made the announcement at a news conference today, stating that approximately 6,000 construction workers with expired documents will be given a pathway to obtain legal status to stay in Canada.
Miller explained that the decision was made in response to the ongoing shortage of workers in the construction sector. These undocumented immigrants are already working in Canada, primarily in construction, and the government b
CanadaMar 07, 2025
Canadian Government Unveils Over $6-Billion Relief Package for Businesses Affected by Trump Tariffs
The Canadian government has unveiled a relief package worth more than $6 billion to support businesses impacted by tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. The announcement was made by the Trudeau government’s ministers of labour, international trade, and small business during a press conference in Ottawa today.
As part of the support for businesses, the government will allocate $5 billion over the next two years to help exporters find new markets outside the US. Additionally, a $500-million loan program will be launched through the Business Development Bank of Canada for businesses di
CanadaMar 07, 2025
Trump Threatens Reciprocal Tariffs on Canadian Products Over Trade Disputes
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose reciprocal tariffs on Canadian products in response to Canada's high tariffs on US dairy products and lumber. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump stated that Canada has been "cheating" the US on lumber and dairy products for years.
Trump further emphasized that unless Canada reduces these tariffs, the US will impose equal tariffs on Canadian products, which could take effect immediately or by Monday or Tuesday.
In the same conversation, Trump also mentioned tariffs imposed by India, but noted that India has agreed to reduce its ta