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Nova Scotia government confirms latest offer made to striking
9+ hour, 31+ min ago (210+ words) HALIFAX -- The Nova Scotia government says the union representing about 3, 500 striking long-term care workers refused to return to the bargaining table this weekend. The unionized workers at 35 long-term care facilities, members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, have been…...
Democrats vow a redistricting counterpunch but are facing hurdles
12+ hour, 1+ min ago (1079+ words) Democrats are poised to finish several seats behind Republicans in 2026 in the nationwide race to redraw maps for the U. S. House. They can catch up in 2028, but only if they overcome a series of redistricting hurdles that the GOP does not…...
Experts explain how Indigenous rights are a major hurdle for Alberta
5+ hour, 16+ min ago (233+ words) EDMONTON -- Three political scientists say Indigenous treaty rights represent a significant legal hurdle for separatists in Alberta. Andre Lecours, who is with the University of Ottawa, says a decision in early May by a judge to quash a separatist petition…...
Today in Canada's Political History: May 24, 1979, U. S. President
5+ day, 14+ hour ago (155+ words) American President Jimmy Carter's briefings about Joe Clark's new government continued on this date in 1979. For the previous two years, of course, the Carter Administration had dealt with Pierre Trudeau's government. Now it would be Joe Clark and his Progressive…...
'This country cannot be broken:' Campaign to keep Alberta in Canada
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (205+ words) EDMONTON -- An effort to stop Alberta from leaving Canada launched in Edmonton today. Thomas Lukaszuk, Alberta's former deputy premier, says the Forever Canadian campaign will see him and hundreds of volunteers in a "Unity Bus" travelling the province to encourage…...
Alberta separatists should aim to win fall vote and respect the
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (933+ words) Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says separatists who are upset that a binding vote on quitting Canada has been put off should focus on the province's fall referendum -- rather than campaigning to force a review of her job. Smith announced in…...
Volatility Is a Mandate: Why Economic Uncertainty Should Accelerate
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (634+ words) Across Canada's public sector, our leaders are navigating a period defined by uncertainty. Economic volatility, shifting geopolitical dynamics, demographic and financial pressures, and rising citizen expectations are converging all at once. In moments like this, the instinct may be to…...
Carney says 'Canada is working', as Alberta readies for vote on
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (626+ words) CALGARY -- Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the thorny issue of Alberta's separatist movement on Friday with a metaphorical plea for unity, saying it's time to build up the country together. He likened the federation to the Parliament buildings: currently under…...
Today in Canada's Political History: May 22, 1979, Outgoing Prime
5+ day, 14+ hour ago (266+ words) For the first time in his career, Pierre Elliott Trudeau delivered a concession speech before the nation on this date in 1979. It came, of course, after he and his party, who had grown tired in office, were defeated by Joe…...
Uncertainty over Alberta separation comes at 'exactly the wrong
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (231+ words) CALGARY -- The head of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce says uncertainty around Alberta's future role in the country brings risks for investor confidence, economic growth and Canada's global competitiveness at "exactly the wrong time." Candace Laing made her remarks in…...