Saskatchewan modernizes name change legislation
Saskatchewan is modernizing its name change laws to allow multiple surnames and mononyms while expanding restrictions for serious criminals. Learn what's changing.
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U.S. House Passes Bill to End Record Government Shutdown
The U.S. House passes a spending bill to end the longest federal shutdown, halting flight disruptions and delaying food aid. President Trump is set to sign it into law.
Jon Stewart Rages Over Democratic Shutdown Surrender
Jon Stewart erupts as Democrats end historic government shutdown without securing ACA subsidies. The fiery 22-minute monologue demands leadership changes after political collapse.
Senate passes bill to end government shutdown
The U.S. Senate voted 60-40 to fund the government after a 41-day standoff over healthcare. The bill now moves to the Republican-controlled House for final approval.
Saskatchewan aims to free stranded potash with new act
Saskatchewan's new Mineral Resources Amendment Act targets unlocking valuable stranded potash reserves, boosting provincial economy and mining sector growth. Learn more about this strategic move.
Canada Tightens Criminal Checks for Citizenship
Discover how Canada's new immigration rules are tightening criminal background checks for citizenship applicants, affecting processing times and approval rates.
Sask Party Links Citizenship to Party Membership
The Saskatchewan Party is considering a groundbreaking proposal that would tie Canadian citizenship applications to political party membership, sparking intense debate about political participation and immigration processes in the province.
Nova Scotia MP fined for election violations
Liberal MP Jaime Battiste faces $600 penalty for violating Canada Elections Act during 2019 campaign through improper expense reporting and acceptance of prohibited contributions.
Liberal MP Jaime Battiste fined for election law breaches
Liberal Member of Parliament Jaime Battiste faces financial penalties after admitting to four violations of Canada's Elections Act during his 2021 campaign. Discover the details of the case and its implications.
Sask Party Eyes Citizenship Requirement for Members
The Saskatchewan Party is exploring a significant policy change that would require Canadian citizenship for party membership, sparking debate about political participation in provincial politics.
Ottawa restores privacy protection in streaming bill
The Canadian government is moving to reinstate a crucial privacy provision that was accidentally removed from the Online Streaming Act, addressing concerns about user data protection in the digital age.
West Edmonton drug house shut down after 40 police calls
Alberta sheriffs have boarded up a notorious West Edmonton property following dozens of police responses to drug activity and disturbances since June, marking a victory for community safety.
Alberta Recall Act: Your Guide to Firing MLAs
Discover how Alberta's groundbreaking Recall Act empowers voters to remove MLAs and municipal politicians between elections. Learn the rules, thresholds, and process for this democratic tool.
Alberta Sovereignty Act: Rights Revocation Fears
Albertans express deep concerns about the provincial government's power to revoke rights and freedoms through the Alberta Sovereignty Act, fearing unprecedented governmental overreach.
Canada's Battle Against Hate: Bill C-9 Explained
As hate crimes surge across Canada, new legislation aims to strengthen legal tools against extremism. Discover how Bill C-9 could reshape Canada's approach to combating hate speech and protecting vulnerable communities.
Alberta's Recall Act Backfires on UCP Government
The UCP government confronts unexpected challenges as its signature Recall Act becomes weaponized against party members, threatening political stability in Alberta.
Tanzania Opposition: Security Forces Secretly Dumping Bodies
Explosive claims emerge from Tanzania as opposition leaders accuse security forces of secretly disposing bodies after deadly election-related clashes. Witnesses report nighttime operations and mass graves.
Alberta's Notwithstanding Clause Faces Intense Scrutiny
Alberta's plan to invoke the notwithstanding clause in its sovereignty act legislation sparks intense constitutional debate and sets the stage for a historic political showdown over provincial powers versus federal authority.
Alberta mandates early reading and math assessments for K-3
Alberta's government proposes sweeping changes to the Education Act requiring mandatory reading and math assessments for all students in kindergarten through Grade 3 to identify learning gaps early.
Alberta Water Act Changes Spark Debate
Alberta's government proposes sweeping changes to water allocation rules, sparking heated debate between industry advocates and environmental watchdogs. Learn how this could reshape water management across the province.
Motorcyclist hits 200 km/h on Ottawa road
Ottawa police are hunting for a motorcyclist captured on video reaching speeds of 200 km/h on a city road, calling it one of the most dangerous cases of stunt driving they've seen.
Trump Unveils Healthcare Plan in 60 Minutes Interview
In a revealing 60 Minutes interview, Donald Trump unveils his vision for a revolutionary healthcare alternative while issuing a stark warning about government shutdown consequences.
Recall campaigns target UCP MLAs amid sovereignty clause debate
Grassroots recall efforts targeting United Conservative Party MLAs are gaining momentum across Alberta, testing the government's use of the notwithstanding clause in the Sovereignty Act.
Slow driver gets $5,000+ in fines during Ottawa traffic stop
An Ottawa driver learned the hard way that slow driving can come with steep consequences after police issued more than $5,000 in fines during a routine traffic stop. Discover what led to this shocking penalty.
Trump Order Requires Citizenship Proof for Voting
President Trump signs controversial executive order requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration, sparking immediate legal challenges and concerns about voter suppression.
Cenk Uygur's Citizenship Threatened Over Past Comments
The Young Turks founder Cenk Uygur confronts potential citizenship denial as Katie Miller and others resurface controversial past statements, sparking heated debate about free speech and political accountability.
Canada Immigration Threat: Citizenship Denied Over Social Media
A Canadian immigration officer's threat to deny citizenship over social media activity sparks national debate about free speech and government overreach in the digital age.
Tanzania Protests: 2nd Day of Election Unrest
Tensions escalate across Tanzania as citizens take to the streets for a second consecutive day, challenging controversial election outcomes and alleging electoral misconduct.
BC Premier threatens early election over power line bill
British Columbia's Premier issues ultimatum: Pass the contentious electricity bill for Northern communities or face an early provincial election this fall.
Lethbridge property seized in drug trafficking crackdown
Alberta sheriffs have shuttered a Lethbridge home suspected of extensive drug activity, but the property owners are mounting a legal challenge against what they call an 'unjust' seizure.
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