PQ leader’s allusion to deportations, executions a threat to social cohesion: MP
MP Pablo Rodriguez says he deplores the tone taken by the leader of the PQ, who referenced dark moments in Canadian history to justify the party's push for independence.
Politics
Apr 17
Paris skies closed for business during Olympics opening ceremony
Augustin de Romanet, chairman of Aéroports de Paris, said airlines are being warned in advance about the closure and told they will have to fly around the restricted airspace.
Sports
Apr 24
Foreign interference a ‘huge challenge,’ French PM says during Canada visit
French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal said foreign interference is a "huge challenge" that requires countries to keep their citizens informed about the risks.
Canada
Apr 11
Quebec language policies lack nuance, some experts say
Despite the Quebec government's repeated claim the French language is in decline in Quebec, a recent study suggests otherwise when it comes to the public sphere.
Politics
Apr 5
Manitoba farmers ‘itching’ to start seeding, optimistic despite dry winter
Jake Ayre, vice president with Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) said right now, there is enough moisture to grow crops, but only time will tell.
Environment
Apr 9
‘Unrepentant’ N.B. Tory worker who called for Higgs’s leadership review steps down
John Williston, who served as regional vice-president for Westmorland Albert, noted his decision in a letter where he accused the party of losing sight of its long-held principles.
Politics
Apr 13
Trudeau says he thinks about quitting ‘crazy, super tough’ job daily, but is determined to continue
Trudeau told a radio host on Friday that he thinks about quitting his 'challenging' prime minister job every day, but is still motivated to continue and face the next election.
Canada
Mar 16
City selects bidder for Century Park-Ellerslie Road LRT extension in south Edmonton
The city said its preferred bidder for the 4.5-kilometre LRT extension from Century Park to Ellerslie Road is a Ledcor and AECOM consortium called Capital Line Design-Builders.
Traffic
Apr 2
Cultural LTC admissions drying up in Ontario due to new priority rules
Villa Colombo's programming is done in Italian, and many of the new residents don't speak Italian or even English, said executive director Lisa Alcia.
Health
Apr 4
Beijing is looking to improve relations with Ottawa. Should Canada play ball?
Though it's not clear whether Canada is ready to meet Beijing's requests, some experts say there are practical reasons to look for better co-operation.
Politics
Apr 6
Air Canada’s Hong Kong jet maintenance deal amid China discord raises security concerns
The maintenance company, HAECO, unveiled its major Air Canada deal with fanfare on Feb. 28, 2024, replacing ST Aerospace company.
Investigations
Apr 1
U.S. aid to Ukraine, Israel set to pass. But bills differ in one key area
The U.S. House of Representatives is finally moving ahead with aid for Ukraine, Israel and other allies, but the bills include notable differences when it comes to oversight.
U.S. News
Apr 19
City of Regina Mayor approved to travel to France in June with Royal Regina Rifles
The Royal Regina Rifles will be hosting a 10-day Royal Regina Rifles Battlefield Tour of Honour to Europe in the beginning of June 2024, part of Operation Calvados.
Canada
Mar 6
Ford defends political appointments to judge selection committee
The appointments are made by Attorney General Doug Downey, and Ford says today that his Progressive Conservative government got elected "to get like-minded people in appointments."
Politics
Feb 23
West runs risk of nuclear war if they send troops to Ukraine: Putin
President Vladimir Putin says Western countries risk provoking a nuclear war if they sent troops to fight in Ukraine, warning that Moscow has weapons to hit targets in the West.
World
Feb 29
10 items every new parent should add to their baby registry
Essential items and tools that new parents should invest in before the baby arrives.
The Curator
Mar 28
Ottawa poised to restore visa requirements for Mexicans, Quebec says
The Quebec government says it has been told by Ottawa that the federal government plans to bring back visa requirements for Mexican nationals.
Canada
Feb 28
Canada’s Mexico visa rule change ‘had to happen’ after asylum spike: minister
The Liberals lifted the visa requirement in 2016, making it easier for people from Mexico to make an asylum claim. Quebec's premier says his province is at a 'breaking point.'
Canada
Feb 29
Legault’s CAQ party under investigation over $200 donation by grieving parents
Elections Québec is investigating a $200 donation made to the governing CAQ party by a couple who say they were told they could meet the transport minister if they donated.
Politics
Feb 19
The West Block Transcript – Episode 27, Season 13
The fight to lead Haiti is now in the streets. With the president stepping down, it’s feared one massive gang could soon be effectively running the country.
Politics
Mar 17