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Alberta’s educators have overwhelmingly voted—95% in favor—of strike action as negotiations stall, setting the stage for a potential provincewide walkout. The standoff over working conditions and contract demands has intensified amid brewing discontent from both sides, leaving the education system teetering on the brink of disruption.
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G7 Summit in Alberta prompts local patience and global outreach
With the high-stakes international summit approaching in Kananaskis, local Calgary officials urge residents to bear with upcoming traffic and security disruptions. In parallel, Canada's diplomatic agenda is in full swing, marked by an invitation to the United Arab Emirates to join the summit amidst an undercurrent of intense global discussions on economic and political cooperation. More...
Canada raises defense budget to bolster NATO commitments
The Canadian government has announced an increase in its military expenditure to meet rising NATO pressures, with discussions centering on a target of 2% of GDP. Analysts, including Trevor Tombe and Professor Justin Massie, offer varied takes—one part earnest policy debate, one part bemused disbelief at the notion of defense spending as a cure-all. More...
Tense G7 summit prompts tightened security measures in Kananaskis
Global leaders convened at the G7 summit amid palpable tension, prompting extensive security actions including bear traps and dedicated military support in Kananaskis. Concerns over protocol and safety were evident as discussions unfolded in an atmosphere charged with both political diplomacy and subtle hints of chaos. More...
Liberals dismiss Bloc call to split Bill C-5
Federal Liberals have firmly rejected the Bloc Québécois’ proposal to split Bill C-5 into separate components covering free trade and labor mobility. The move has left Bloc critics fuming as they push for an accelerated review, while the government remains impenetrably resolute on keeping the bill intact. More...
GST rebate on new homes promises significant first-time buyer savings
A federal budget officer’s report reveals that eligible first-time homebuyers can save around $27K in GST on new homes—though the benefit phases out as prices near $1.5 million. Homebuyers and industry watchers alike may find the arithmetic as baffling as it is beneficial. More...
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