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How the Ford government in Ontario plans to escalate trade war with the U.S.Cutting off power to 1.5 million Americans, restricting imports of U.S.-made alcohol, and limiting exports of Canadian critical minerals are among the list of measures the Ford government is considering if a looming trade war with the incoming Trump administration escalates in the new year. Colin D’Mello reports.Dec 12, 2024
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Ontario expands pharmacy powers but who gets paid?The Ford government has given pharmacists a range of new powers to help people with minor ailments. Global News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello looks at how the new system works, and who gets paid.Global News at 5 & 6 TorontoJul 24, 2024
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Ford Motor Co. to reopen Oakville plant early but with pivot back to gasThe Ford Motor Company plans to reopen its Oakville plant with gas-powered trucks. An electric version will come later in the decade. Global News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello explains.Jul 18, 2024
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Calgary hosts Special Olympics Canada Winter GamesThe road to the Special Olympics Winter Games is well underway with athletes, coaches and volunteers set to converge in Calgary from Feb. 27 to March 2. The Colvin family will be there, with Bridget competing in curling and Paul and Debra volunteering once again as coaches. They talk about their excitement for the games...Global BCFeb 3, 2024
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Ottawa to reveal details of electric vehicle regulationsEnvironment Minister Steven Guilbeault announced new standards that he says will provide more affordable EVs and more charging stations and the details of his plan to eventually phase out the sale of gas-powered vehicles in Canada. Colin D’Mello has the story.Global News at 5 & 6 TorontoDec 19, 2023
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Sara Jama says motion that censured her is an ‘abuse of power’Hamilton Centre Independent MPP Sara Jama alleges her former party failed to support her right to free speech, and the motion that censured her at Queen’s Park was an “abuse of power”. Global’s Colin D’Mello explains the legality of the situation.PoliticsNov 30, 2023
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Ontario government hands itself new powers over Ontario Place in proposed new lawThe Ford government has tabled legislation that would give itself significant new powers to fast-track the redevelopment of Ontario Place and exclude it from environmental laws. Colin D’Mello has the story.Global News at 5 & 6 TorontoNov 28, 2023
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Tea Leoni Talks ‘Madam Secretary’ Season 5It’s a dream come true for “Madam Secretary” star Tea Leoni, who will welcome Hillary Clinton, Colin Powell and Madeleine Albright to the series for the season 5 premiere on Global on Sunday, Oct. 7, at 10 p.m. ET/PT.EntertainmentOct 4, 2018
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Ford government to extend life of Pickering power plant beyond 2024The Ford government announced plans to extend the life of the Pickering nuclear power plant beyond 2022. Global News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello reports.Global News at 5 & 6 TorontoSep 29, 2022
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Over $42K in wrongful fees charged to Ontario patients by clinics since 2018Since the Ford government took power in 2018, around $70,000 in medical fees have been found to violate legislation that outlaws charges for procedures or services that are covered by public insurance. Global News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello reports.May 9, 2023
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Why was Colin Powell at risk of COVID-19 complications despite being fully vaccinated?Colin Powell, the first Black U.S. secretary of state and top military officer, died on Monday at the age of 84 from COVID-19 complications, his family said in a statement. Powell’s family noted that he was fully vaccinated. Reggie Cecchini has more.PoliticsOct 18, 2021
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Colin Powell, first Black U.S. secretary of state, dies at 84Colin Powell, known for his pivotal role in what was dubbed America’s “war on terror,” has died at 84 of complications from COVID-19, according to his family, who adds he was fully vaccinated against the virus. America’s first Black secretary of state also had multiple myeloma and Parkinson’s, which made him more vulnerable to COVID-19....Global NationalOct 18, 2021
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Global National: Oct. 18Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visits the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation in British Columbia, apologizing for snubbing their invites, and going on vacation on Canada’s first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The concrete action Indigenous leaders are demanding as they tell him they have had enough of empty words. Plus, a look back at...Global NationalOct 18, 2021
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COVID-19 updateColin Powell’s passing has some people questioning the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. Mitch joins Global’s Laura Casella to weigh in and also talk about staying safe while trick-or-treating.Global News Morning MontrealOct 20, 2021
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‘I am deeply sorry’: Pope Francis apologizes to Indigenous leaders, residential school survivors during historic Canada visitWARNING: Video contains content that may be triggering to some viewers. Discretion is advised. Pope Francis delivered a historic apology for the Roman Catholic Church’s role in residential schools during a meeting with Indigenous leaders and residential school survivors in Maskwacis, Alta. “I am deeply sorry. Sorry for the ways in which regrettably many Christians...CanadaJul 25, 2022
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Democratic National Convention: Former GOP secretary of state Colin Powell says Biden won’t trust ‘flattery of dictators, despots’Colin Powell, former U.S. secretary of state under Republican president George W. Bush, said during the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday that presidential nominee Joe Biden would trust diplomats and the intelligence community, “not the flattery of dictators and despots,” adding that President Donald Trump is doing “everything in his power” to keep the country...PoliticsAug 18, 2020
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Ontario expanding ‘strong mayor’ powers to 26 more citiesOntario is conferring so-called strong mayor powers — which critics have decried as undemocratic — upon 26 more cities in the name of building more housing. Global’s Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello reports.CanadaJun 16, 2023
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Colin Powell’s hacked emails reveal thoughts on Trump and ClintonFormer Secretary of State Colin Powell’s private thoughts about Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have surfaced. His spokesman confirms that the retired general’s emails have been hacked. Craig Boswell has the latest from the White House.PoliticsSep 14, 2016
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Damaging testimony for Wynne government in gas plant hearingsTue, Apr 30: Ontario Power Authority CEO Colin Andersen testifies that “everybody” in the Liberal government knew that the cost of moving the Oakville plant was far higher than $40 million.Apr 30, 2013
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Ford government overhauls municipal governance in bid to build more housingCould Mexit become reality? A new bill at Queen’s Park may grant Mississauga, Ont., the separation from the Region of Peel it’s been seeking for years. But critics say the law would instead give Premier Doug Ford more power over municipalities. Colin D’Mello has more.Global News at 5 & 6 TorontoNov 16, 2022