An unprecedented 7.3 million Canadians cast their ballots during advance polls over the long weekend, marking a historic high for early voting, according to preliminary figures released by Elections Canada. This represents a dramatic 25 percent increase compared to the 5.8 million who voted early in the 2021 federal election. Elections Canada thanked voters for Continue reading
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Liberal and Conservative Immigration Plans Compared Ahead of 2025 Election
As the 2025 federal election draws near, immigration has become a defining and divisive issue between the Liberal Party and the Conservative Party of Canada. With voters heading to the polls in less than a week, both parties have unveiled detailed platforms that outline how they intend to address Canada’s evolving immigration landscape. From permanent Continue reading
Ontario Investing $750 Million in University and College STEM Programs
In a major move to support education and future-proof the province’s workforce, the Ontario government has announced a $750 million investment aimed at expanding science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs at post-secondary institutions across the province. The funding, unveiled by Colleges and Universities Minister Nolan Quinn, is set to support the creation of 20,500 Continue reading
Tesla Launches Affordable New Model Y in the US and Canada: Prices Starting at $49,000
A Cheaper Model Y Option Now Available for North American Buyers Tesla has unveiled a more affordable version of its popular Model Y, now available for orders in both the United States and Canada. Starting at $49,000 before incentives, the new Model Y offers a more budget-friendly option for electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts, while maintaining Continue reading
E. Coli Outbreak Triggers Ground Beef Recall in Ontario: What Canadians Need to Know About the Aladdin Foods Product
Lean Ground Beef Sold at Aladdin’s Foods in London, Ontario Recalled Due to E. Coli Contamination Canadian health officials are urging consumers to check their fridges and freezers after a batch of lean ground beef sold at a local Ontario grocery store tested positive for E. coli. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issued the Continue reading
Canada Warns Travellers About U.S. Border Agents’ Power to Search Phones and Laptops Without a Warrant
New travel advisory urges Canadians to be prepared for electronic device searches and increased scrutiny at U.S. border crossings In a move that reflects growing privacy concerns, the Canadian federal government has updated its official travel advice for citizens heading to the United States. The revised guidance warns Canadians to expect increased scrutiny at U.S. Continue reading
Ottawa’s Parliament Hill Locked Down After Barricaded Man Reported in East Block: Latest Updates and Police Response
The historic East Block on Parliament Hill in Ottawa was placed under lockdown Saturday afternoon following a tense and ongoing situation involving a barricaded man, prompting a swift and coordinated response from local and federal law enforcement agencies. The Ottawa Police Service (OPS), in partnership with the Parliamentary Protective Service (PPS), responded to the incident Continue reading
Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Pushes Back Against U.S. Trade Threats: No U.S. Alcohol, Market Diversification, and a Call for Federal Support
U.S. Tariffs Miss Canada — But Newfoundland and Labrador Isn’t Taking Chances Although Canada was spared from the latest wave of U.S. tariffs announced by President Donald Trump on Wednesday, Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Andrew Furey is warning that the reprieve may only be temporary. Speaking at the annual “An Evening with the Premier” fundraiser, Continue reading
Mark Carney Says Brexit Prepared Him for Trump’s Trade War: Why His Experience May Be Canada’s Secret Weapon
Liberal Leader Points to Central Banking Career to Bolster Economic Credibility in Election Campaign Liberal leader Mark Carney is drawing a sharp line between experience and ideology as he faces off against Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff regime and a heated federal election campaign. During a stop in Oakville, Ontario on Saturday, Carney told supporters that Continue reading
Canada Declares Its Friendship With the United States Is Over: What That Means for the Future of North American Relations
A Historic Partnership Fractures Under the Weight of Tariffs and Tensions In an extraordinary moment that marks a turning point in North American geopolitics, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney officially declared that Canada’s longstanding friendship and strategic partnership with the United States is “over.” The announcement, made during a national address from Parliament Hill on Continue reading