Alberta NDP severs federal party membership ties

Saturday, May 3, 2025, 5:20 pm more...

In a move that makes traditional party ties seem as outdated as dial-up internet, Alberta’s NDP has voted to let members opt out of federal membership. The decision sparks debates over ideological alignment and modernizing the party’s structure.

lapresse.ca / Le NPD de l’Alberta vote dans le but de permettre le retrait de l’adhésion au parti fédéral

edmontonjournal.com / Alberta NDP leader Nenshi addresses convention, earns 89.5% leadership support

thestar.com / CP NewsAlert: Alberta NDP vote to allow opting out of federal party membership

theglobeandmail.com / Alberta NDP to vote on allowing new members to opt out of joining federal party

permalink / 4 stories from sources in 39 hours ago #politics #federal #ndp #albert +

Seasonique birth control recall over missing pills packaging error

Saturday, May 3, 2025, 2:20 pm more...

Health Canada has issued a recall for a Seasonique birth control lot after it was discovered that two pills were missing from the package. The packaging error increases the risk of unintended pregnancy, prompting users to verify their supplies and consult healthcare providers immediately.

citynews.ca / Seasonique birth control product recalled due to missing pills

globalnews.ca / Seasonique birth control recalled in Canada over missing pills

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 42 hours ago #federal #publicpolicy #health #failure +

Australian Labor Party clinches federal election victory

Saturday, May 3, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

In a politically charged showdown, the Australian Labor Party secured a second term in office, resulting in significant losses for the opposition—including the defeat of Peter Dutton. The victory, marked by spirited speeches and political one-upmanship, sets the stage for another tumultuous chapter Down Under.

nationalpost.com / Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wins a second 3-year term

cp24.com/ / Australian Labor Party wins second term in federal election - CP24

ledevoir.com / Les travaillistes australiens remportent à nouveau les législatives

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 44 hours ago #elections #federal #labour #australia +

Ajax man charged in repeated sexual assault case

Saturday, May 3, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

An Ajax man now faces over a dozen charges for the alleged repeated sexual assault and forcible confinement of a 14‐year‐old girl, with investigations linking incidents that reportedly unfolded over several days. Local police report that the investigation began after tips from Hamilton authorities, leaving the community both outraged and appalled.

torontosun.com / Man, 30, accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting girl, 14, in Ajax

citynews.ca / Ajax man charged in alleged sex assault of 14-year-old girl

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 44 hours ago #federal #crime #justice #ontario +

US Charges Four Mexican Nationals in Cross-Border Smuggling Operation

Friday, May 2, 2025, 6:21 pm more...

U.S. authorities have charged four Mexican nationals with operating a cross-border human smuggling ring that trafficked people from Mexico into Canada and onward to northern New York. The investigation, conducted amid intense border security measures, spotlights the absurd lengths crooks will go—if only to think they could outsmart modern law enforcement.

theglobeandmail.com / U.S. lays charges alleging human smuggling across Canadian border

globalnews.ca / U.S. charges 4 Mexicans for alleged human smuggling across Canadian border

citynews.ca / U.S. lays charges alleging human smuggling across Canadian border

thestar.com / U.S. lays charges alleging human smuggling across Canadian border

permalink / 4 stories from sources in 2 days ago #federal #usrelations #crime #justice +

Alberta fights federal clean electricity regulations in heated legal battle

Friday, May 2, 2025, 3:21 pm more...

Alberta’s government, led by Premier Danielle Smith, is challenging Ottawa’s clean electricity plan in court. Arguing that the regulations undermine its fossil fuel–driven grid, Alberta’s legal action intensifies a fierce political dispute over future energy policy, spotlighting a deep ideological divide in Canada.

nationalpost.com / ’A positive first step,’ Danielle Smith says of meeting with Mark Carney on Friday

citynews.ca / Alberta Premier Smith says meeting with PM Carney a ‘positive first step’

calgaryherald.com / Bell: Danielle Smith, Carney meet — the Alberta premier feels positive

theglobeandmail.com / Alberta seeks court ruling on constitutionality of Ottawa’s clean electricity plan

nationalpost.com / Smith rekindles fight against Liberal ‘clean electricity’ regs

permalink / 5 stories from sources in 2 days ago #federal #law #climate #albert +

Trump unveils conservative budget plan with sweeping cuts

Friday, May 2, 2025, 3:21 pm more...

President Trump and White House officials have introduced an ultra‐conservative budget proposal featuring sweeping spending cuts while notably boosting defense funding. The plan, set in advance of 2026, has ignited fierce debates over fiscal responsibility and national security priorities, leaving many to question its overall economic viability.

lapresse.ca / Trump veut privilégier l’envoi par la NASA d’hommes sur la Lune et sur Mars

nationalpost.com / White House signals sharp spending cuts in Trump’s 2026 budget plan

ledevoir.com / Trump dévoile un budget d’austérité ultra-conservateur axée sur la défense

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 2 days ago #federal #budget #conservatives #trump +

CRA non-renewal decision triggers mass temporary layoffs across Canada

Friday, May 2, 2025, 1:21 pm more...

The Canada Revenue Agency has confirmed that more than 1,000 term workers will not have their contracts renewed when they expire on May 16. The union and affected employees now face an abrupt exit from service amid this bureaucratic shake-up.

citynews.ca / CRA won’t renew contracts for more than 1,000 term workers, union says

thestar.com / CRA won't renew contracts for more than 1,000 term workers, union says

ottawacitizen.com / CRA to layoff more than 1,000 temporary workers in May

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 2 days ago #federal #economy #employment #canada +

Alberta MP Resigns, Clearing Path for Poilievre’s Comeback

Friday, May 2, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

In a dramatic but almost theatrical political twist, Alberta MP Damien Kurek is stepping aside to let party leader Pierre Poilievre attempt a return to Parliament via a byelection in Battle River—Crowfoot. The resignation follows a series of announcements, ensuring Poilievre has a clear runway back into office.

nationalpost.com / A special byelection: What’s involved in an MP stepping aside for a federal leader

nationalobserver.com / Alberta MP steps aside to give up seat for Poilievre

globalnews.ca / Conservative MP will resign Alberta riding so Poilievre can run again

nationalpost.com / Geoff Russ: Pierre Poilievre will return to the House as leader, where he belongs

calgaryherald.com / Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to contest byelection in Alberta riding after losing Ottawa seat

ledevoir.com / Poilievre se présentera dans une circonscription albertaine pour revenir aux Communes

permalink / 11 stories from sources in 2 days ago #parliament #federal #poilievre #albert +