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Pope Leo XIV and the Unfinished Business of Reconciliation in Canada

The election of Pope Leo XIV in May 2025 has reignited a profound and pressing question concerning the Catholic Church’s vast holdings: the matter of Indigenous artifacts housed within the Vatican Museum. For Indigenous communities in Canada, this papal transition is not merely a change in leadership but a critical juncture for advancing calls for […]

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Ontario expands MZO power bypassing local planning rules

A quiet shift is underway in Ontario’s legislative landscape, a change poised to alter the familiar rhythm of local urban development. At the heart of this alteration lies the Minister’s Zoning Order, a provincial instrument whose application is now set for significant expansion, carrying potential implications for communities across the province, including places such as

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Carney Declares Canada Will Never Be For Sale

In the stark arena of international diplomacy, words carry undeniable weight. A recent Washington D.C. meeting between Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump, beneath a veneer of cordiality, became a significant test for Canadian sovereignty. Discussions, ostensibly on trade, delved into the fundamental question of Canada’s nationhood, compelling a defence of sovereignty

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Experts Predict Outcomes for Critical Carney Trump Summit

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s journey to Washington for a face-to-face with President Donald Trump occurs against a backdrop of deeply strained Canada-U.S. relations and an ongoing trade war. This encounter, described as high-stakes, prompts a necessary examination of divergent expert predictions regarding its potential outcomes, the diplomatic tightrope Carney must walk, and the broader implications

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Ontario May Compel Addiction Treatment for Inmates and Parolees

The Ontario government is embarking on a significant examination, signalling a potential shift in its approach to substance use within the correctional system. Officials are now tasked with investigating the feasibility of implementing involuntary addiction treatment for individuals incarcerated, on probation, or under parole supervision, a move prompted by escalating public safety concerns and stark

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Simcoe County Remains True Blue

As preliminary results from the 2024 Federal Election settled across the nation, a familiar political hue solidified over Simcoe County. While national voter turnout saw a notable increase compared to recent electoral history, the region’s political landscape remained unchanged, firmly painted in Conservative blue. Despite tighter races elsewhere and a resulting Liberal minority government nationally,

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Liberal Victory: But Some Election Results Still Undecided

The immediate aftermath of Canada’s 45th general election leaves the nation in a state of political suspense. While CBC News projects a fourth consecutive term for the Liberals under Mark Carney, the crucial question of whether it will be a minority or majority government remains unanswered, painting a picture of uncertainty across the Canadian political

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Will Canada Election Polls 2025 Predict the Winner?

Today, approximately 28 million registered Canadians determine their next government across 343 electoral districts. The snap federal election, called for April 28, 2025, follows the March resignation of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the subsequent appointment of Mark Carney as Liberal Party leader and Prime Minister. Final opinion polls suggest a path to victory

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Vote Now: Today’s Crucial Vote Will Shape Canada’s Future

Today, April 28, 2025, marks a significant moment for Canada as citizens across the nation participate in a federal election. This snap election, called amidst significant international trade pressures, pits the Liberal Party, led by Mark Carney, against the Conservative Party, helmed by Pierre Poilievre, in what recent polling suggests is a closely contested race.

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