Steven Guilbeault’s resignation was an impressive act of principle. But the prime minister is also acting true to his values
Category: Politics & Policy
Posted inPolitics & Policy
Carney, Trump to have ‘brief meeting’ at Friday’s FIFA draw
An encounter between leaders comes as trade talks remain frozen and a North American partner eyes CUSMA’s renewal.
Posted inTech
AI chatbots can influence voters: studies
New research finds artificial intelligence can meaningfully sway voter preferences in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.
Posted inDrugs
Canada’s nicotine pouch paradox
Ottawa makes it harder to buy products to quit smoking than to buy cigarettes, say critics of the government’s behind-the-counter rules for Zonnic
Posted inSecurity
Canada, NATO allies vow major new purchases of U.S. arms for Ukraine
Peace talks are ongoing between Russia and the U.S., while European leaders call on Russia to end its war with Ukraine
Posted inPolitics & Policy
The next e-transfer? Ottawa moves to modernize payments
Ottawa is creating a national framework for stablecoins, digital assets that could make it easier and cheaper to transact
Posted inHealth
How the budget undercuts Carney’s prosperity goals
Despite branding itself as a prosperity budget, Ottawa has sidelined the mental health investments economists say are essential for growth
Posted inEconomy
Canadian economy rebounds in third quarter, posts 2.6 per cent growth
Surprise surge driven by export gains and a sharp rise in government capital spending.
Posted inPolitics & Policy
Carney advances new oil pipeline, rattling environmentalists
New Alberta–Ottawa agreement marks a dramatic federal shift toward energy expansion despite climate pushback.
Posted inDrugs
The harm reduction hangover
Officers say Canada’s shift toward harm reduction in its drug laws and policies complicates policing and prosecution