Canada condemns removal of pro-democracy Hong Kong legislators
Canada's top diplomat says China is flouting its international obligations with its latest move to quash dissent in Hong Kong. Earlier this week, China's central government granted…
What to expect on the trade file from a Biden administration
On the morning of the U.S. election, a Vancouver radio host asked Justin Trudeau what topped his list of cross-border concerns."Trade," the prime minister said. "Continuing access…
As the pandemic’s second wave digs in, Winnipeg’s homeless shelters brace for a bleak winter
Manitoba is struggling to contain a renewed surge of the COVID-19 pandemic by reimposing restrictions on businesses and public gatherings in Winnipeg and other parts of the…
Bombardier suspends delivery of aircraft engines used on military drones
Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) says it has suspended the delivery of aircraft engines to "countries with unclear usage" in the wake of reports that some of those…
Retail sales grew for 4th straight month in August — but September looks flat
Canadian retailers logged $53.2 billion in sales in August, the fourth month in a row that sales have increased since cratering in April because of COVID-19. But…
Whether it’s Joe Biden or Donald Trump, America’s choice will alter Alberta’s future
Less than three weeks remain before American voters head to the polls to choose four more years of U.S. President Donald Trump or a new administration headed…
5 ways the U.S. election result could impact Canada
The fallout from an American election touches countries around the world — starting with its neighbours next door.And on some issues with clear implications for Canada, Joe…
Toronto lawyer Annamie Paul elected leader of the federal Green Party
Green Party members have picked Toronto lawyer Annamie Paul as their next leader, bringing to a close the year-long race to replace Elizabeth May.Paul, who is Black…
Federal government order supplies to give two doses of COVID-19 vaccine when it’s ready
The federal government is ordering more than 75 million syringes, alcohol swabs and bandages so it can inoculate Canadians as soon as a COVID-19 vaccine is ready.Procurement…
For some non-profits, COVID-19 isn’t just a struggle. It’s a do-or-die moment
While some of Canada's most revered non-profit organizations are struggling to survive the COVID-19 pandemic, others have already been defeated and forced to close their doors permanently.…
Why crude oil trains keep derailing and exploding in Canada — even after the Lac-Mégantic disaster
When Melanie Loessl got a call from a friend on Feb. 6 that another oil train had crashed and burned near her community, she thought it was…