OTTAWA — Mark Carney’s Liberal government is using its majority to expedite the adoption of some controversial bills in the last week of sitting in the House of Commons, just before MPs head off to their constituencies for the barbecue circuit this summer. Read More
But that excuse has long since passed. Allowing Rogers to continue to borrow the public airwaves was an increasingly ridiculous proposition, especially after the telecom and media giant started throwing more billions into professional sports, including its takeover of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, owner of the Leafs and Raptors. Rogers’ push into sports has…
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted June 16, 2026 2:48 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc says trade talks with his American counterpart on a critical continental trade pact are not a “one-way conversation.” LeBlanc met with United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on…
Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. An Anishininiimowin interpreter at Queen’s Park is being remembered for his work as an advocate for land, water and language in…
Canadians who qualify could be getting some extra financial help from the federal government in the coming days and weeks, including Old Age Security payments and the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit. Depending on a person’s residency, age, income threshold, tax-filing status and other factors, some of these benefit payments could be sent to bank…
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted June 16, 2026 2:59 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Manitoba’s premier says climate change is leading the province to adjust its disaster support policies so that more people can qualify for aid. Wab Kinew says residents who could have but didn’t buy…
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted June 16, 2026 3:00 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The union representing more than 700 Metro Vancouver outside workers says it has agreed to resume talks with the employer with mediation from the B.C. Labour Relations Board. A statement late Monday from…
Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. The Liberal government’s long-promised reforms to Canada’s bail and sentencing regime are now law. Bill C-14, the Bail and Sentencing Reform…
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is lashing out at a non-profit pollster after the organization recorded a steady drop in his support, culminating in his worst level of support since taking office in 2018. The results show that between March and June, Ford experienced a 10-point drop, leaving him with just 21 per cent approval from…
Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Toronto police say multiple investigations into shootings around the Toronto area, including incidents at synagogues and the U.S. Consulate, reveal a…