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Emission Targets for 2030 are Slowly Slipping Out of Reach
On Sept. 11, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced new projects that will be referred to the Major Projects Office (MPO). These projects include LNG Canada Phase 2, the Darlington New Nuclear Phase Project, the Contrecœur Terminal Container Project, the McIlvenna Bay Foran Copper Mine Project, and the Red Chris Mine expansion, leaving many Canadians concerned that Canada will not reach climate change targets.
Canadians Rally in Support of the American “No Kings” Movement
On Oct. 18, Canadians joined the American people in a peaceful “No Kings” protest against the Trump administration. These protests took place in many Canadian cities, such as Vancouver and Montreal, uniting hundreds of thousands of protesters across the country.
Mixed Opinions From Players and Fans after CFL Announces Rule Changes
On Sept. 22, Canadian Football League (CFL) Commissioner Stewart Johnston announced a barrage of rule changes to the league for the upcoming 2026 and 2027 seasons.
Tickets for Blue Jays-Yankees Games Restricted to Local Residents
On Oct. 8, the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the New York Yankees to advance to the American League Championship Series. But in late September, before the quarterfinal series even started, the Yankees’ admissions director, Aaron Boone, decided to restrict home-game tickets to only allow residents of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.
Carney Rolls Out Legislation to Fast-Track National Infrastructure Projects
On June 6, Bill C-5, which implements a fast-tracking process for infrastructure projects, had its first reading in the House of Commons. Twenty days later, on June 26, it received Royal Assent, marking the official ratification of the Bill. The Bill has two parts: the Building Canada Act and the Free Trade and Labour Mobility Act.
Why is Canada Post on Strike Again?
On Sept. 25, Canada Post workers went on strike after Minister of Transformation, Joël Lightbound, announced that Canada Post would be ending home delivery and cutting back costs by using community mailboxes instead of addresses. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) initiated the strike to fight for its workers’ rights in the face of these financial cutbacks.
UK, France, And Canada Threaten To Pull Support For Israel
The United Kingdom, France, and Canada have collectively condemned Israel’s expansion of military operations across Gaza. Through a joint statement, the three countries have threatened to take further “concrete actions,” if Israel does not lift their restrictions on humanitarian aid.
"You Can't Take Our Country — And You Can't Take Our Game”: Canada Beats USA In Four Nations Face-Off Final
After weeks of tariff threats, diplomatic tensions, and a brawl-filled round-robin matchup, the NHL’s Four Nations final was set to be a game to remember. With Canada and the USA coming to blows early in their first meeting — three fights took place in the first nine seconds of play — fans were expecting a thrilling final game. The 3–2 OT win for Canada delivered all that, and more.
ANALYSIS | Going for Gold: Canadian Athletes to Watch at The Paris Olympics
With the Paris 2024 Olympics around the corner, the anticipation of Canadian athletes showcasing their athleticism on the global stage is at its highest. As the clock counts down to the opening ceremony on July 26, there are plenty of Canadians to look out for.
“Loblaws is Out of Control”: Canadians Unite Against Rising Grocery Prices
A group of Canadians fed up with grocery prices has decided to boycott Canadian grocery giant Loblaws during the month of May. The boycott includes all of Loblaws’s subsidiaries, including Real Canadian Superstore, No Frills, T&T, Esso Gas, and Shoppers Drug Mart, as well as their in-house brands such as President’s Choice, No Name, and Joe Fresh.
New National School Food Program Announced
On Apr. 1, the federal government announced their plans for a National School Food Program with the hope of supplying meals to a target of 400,000 children across Canada.
Trudeau Introduces a Renters’ Bill of Rights
On Mar. 27, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau introduced the Canadian Renters’ Bill of Rights. The bill aims to address the urgent need for affordable rental accommodations nationwide.
The Life and Legacy of Mary Ann Shadd
Over the course of Black History Month in February and Women's History Month in March, reflecting on the people who made a significant impact on our society has been especially important. Mary Ann Shadd (1823 – 1893), was the first African-American female to publish and edit a newspaper in Canada: The Provincial Freeman.
ANALYSIS | Is Trudeau Going to Call an Election in 2024?
After nine years in power and three election wins, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been staring down many issues in Canada recently, including generation-high interest rates, the housing crisis, and his lowest approval ratings ever. Because the 2021 election was called prematurely, Canadians are not yet scheduled to go back to the polls until October 2025.
The Raptors Shake Up The Roster
The Raptors have made major changes to their roster before the trade deadline. Several new players have been added to the roster, and the only remaining player from the 2018–19 championship team is Chris Boucher. The Raptors have made multiple trades of star players and are hoping to rebuild to the level that they were once at.
Will the Cap On International Students Help Canadians and Foreign Students?
In 2023, nearly one million international students came to Canada; approximately half of them were met with fraudulent activity by various universities and faced difficulties settling in the country. In response to this, the Government of Canada is implementing a two-year cap on international students in the country.
Quebec Doubles English University Tuition, Then Steps Back After Controversy
In October, Quebec’s government announced that university tuition for out-of-province students would almost double, a decision that sparked widespread backlash, including student protests.
Candy Crush: Strike at Rogers Sugar Inc. Leaves Western Canada in Major Sugar Shortage
Workers at the Rogers Sugar refinery in Vancouver have been on strike since Sept. 28, which has led to a major sugar shortage throughout Western Canada.
Jewish and Muslim Canadians Unsatisfied with Trudeau’s Response to Israel–Hamas War
As the Israel–Hamas war enters its third month, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and senior cabinet members have been struggling to deliver messaging that will please a divided public and slow rising antisemitic and Islamophobic violence, while providing support for the dozens of Canadians still in Gaza.
Alberta Deliberates Withdrawal From Canada’s Pension Plan
During a public online consultation in late September, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith made a proposition to withdraw Alberta from the Canadian Pension Plan (CPP). Smith has expressed interest in transferring $334 billion, or 53 per cent of the CPP’s assets, into a 2027 provincial pension scheme that she predicts will result in bigger payments in retirement and lower premiums.