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CanadaMar 11, 2025

Mark Carney Talks About Strengthening Trade Relations with India

Former central banker Mark Carney, who is set to become the Prime Minister of Canada, has expressed his intention to re-establish and strengthen trade relations with India. This statement comes amid the ongoing trade tensions between Canada and the United States. Carney mentioned that, if given the opportunity, he would focus on improving Canada's relationship with India. As he is now set to take office, it is expected that Carney will prioritize diversifying Canada’s trade relationships to reduce its reliance on the U.S. In related news, the Indian government is reportedly considering the
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CanadaMar 11, 2025

Canada's Steel Industry Faces Major Setback

Canada's steel industry has suffered a significant blow as US President Donald Trump has announced a doubling of tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum in response to Ontario's imposition of a surcharge on electricity supplied to U.S. states. Trump stated that a 50 percent tariff would be imposed on these goods starting Wednesday. In addition to this, Trump used social media to demand that Canada immediately remove tariffs on U.S. dairy products. He also threatened to permanently close Canada's automobile manufacturing industry with tariffs in April. Trump has once again repeated his threat o
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CanadaMar 11, 2025

Alberta, nurses union reach four-year tentative agreement

A union representing more than 30,000 nurses in Alberta has reached a four-year tentative agreement with the province after six weeks of formal mediation. United Nurses of Alberta says the agreement will significantly improve wages, including an immediate hike of about 15 per cent for registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses. Formal mediation began in January after workers voted in October 2024 to reject recommendations that had been reached through informal mediation. The union says the tentative agreement also covers issues like staffing shortages, rural health care and job sec
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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
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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
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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
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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. Tru
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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
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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. Trudeau'

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BCOct 08, 2026

Bill C-39 Faces Vote in House of Commons Amid Strike Powers Controversy

Canada’s House of Commons is set to vote today on the federal government’s controversial Bill C-39, which aims to fast-track approvals for major projects. The bill has drawn criticism over a provision that would amend Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code, giving the Labour Minister the power to intervene in an ongoing strike by citing the national interest. NDP parliamentary leader Don Davies has called the bill an attack on workers’ and Indigenous rights, as well as environmental protections. He said he is concerned about a growing trend of power being concentrated in the hands of cabi
BCOct 08, 2026

Vancouver Advance Voting Sets New Daily Record as 25,142 Voters Cast Ballots

Vancouver’s municipal election advance voting has set a new daily record, with 25,142 people casting their ballots on Wednesday, the second day of advance voting. According to preliminary figures released by the City of Vancouver, it was the highest number of advance votes recorded in a single day in the city’s history. The previous record was set just four days earlier, on Oct. 3, when 21,824 voters cast their ballots on the first day of advance voting. In comparison, only 10,502 people voted on the second day of advance voting during Vancouver’s 2022 municipal election. This year’s f
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CanadaOct 08, 2026

Carney Announces $2B Heat Pump Rebate Program for 820,000 Canadian Homes

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new $2-billion national heat pump rebate program on Thursday to help Canadians install energy-efficient heating systems and reduce carbon emissions. The federal government says the program will also help lower electricity and heating costs. The funding is expected to provide rebates to around 820,000 homeowners over the next eight years. According to the government, households that switch to new energy-efficient heat pump systems could save an average of up to $1,400 annually on heating bills. The rebate amount will depend on household income. Lo
AlbertaOct 08, 2026

Minor Arrested After Gun Sighting Report at Lloydminster High School

A minor was arrested Wednesday after a report of a gun being seen at a school in Lloydminster, a city located on the Alberta-Saskatchewan border. According to Lloydminster RCMP, police received a report from Lloydminster Comprehensive High School at around 11:07 a.m. The school was immediately placed under lockdown, and officers took the suspect into custody without incident. The suspect’s identity cannot be released due to their age under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Following a thorough investigation, police confirmed that no weapon was found at the scene.
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BCOct 08, 2026

16 Cars Vandalized at Burnaby’s Brentwood Mall Parking Lot

Sixteen vehicles were vandalized in the parking lot of Brentwood Mall in Burnaby on Monday evening. According to the Burnaby RCMP, the incident occurred at around 6:30 p.m., when the windows of several parked vehicles were smashed. Officers were called to the scene after receiving reports from witnesses, but the suspect had already fled before police arrived. Cpl. Mike Kalanj said investigators are reviewing CCTV footage from the area in an effort to identify the suspect. Police have not released any image of the suspect at this time. RCMP said a total of 16 vehicles had their windows damaged